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Nodusfall – Gameplay, Beta Dates, And Everything We Know So Far
miHoYo's upcoming dark fantasy adventure, Nodusfall, draws inspiration from Elden Ring and Monster Hunter, featuring co-op action gameplay where players team up to defeat bosses and earn loot. The free-to-play title will focus on cosmetic monetization, with new characters earnable through gameplay. Platforms are yet to be announced but are expected to include PC and PlayStation 5.
Genshin Impact studio's new Pokemon-like, Honkai: Nexus Anima, has some of the best creature designs I've ever seen, but its battle format has me concerned
Honkai: Nexus Anima, the upcoming creature-collecting game from Genshin Impact developer HoYoverse, features some of the most impressive creature designs seen in the genre. However, the article expresses significant concern over its real-time autobattling combat system, which the author found to be too hands-off and lacking strategic depth, potentially detracting from the appeal of its otherwise excellent monster designs.
HoYoverse's Nodusfall might look like Elden Ring, but there's a promising dark fantasy action game here that took me by surprise
HoYoverse's upcoming dark fantasy action game, Nodusfall, surprised during a Gamescom preview with its engaging combat and compelling boss encounters, despite initial comparisons to Elden Ring. The free-to-play title features a co-op focus with characters unlockable through gameplay, though monetization details are still pending.
MiHoYo awarded $112,000 by Chinese court after AI voice service dupes Genshin Impact characters
MiHoYo has won a legal victory in China, with a Shanghai court ordering an unnamed generative AI developer to pay approximately $112,000 for illegally replicating and selling the voices of 63 Genshin Impact characters. The court found the defendant used AI to reproduce the voices, along with game assets, to advertise and sell illicit voice packs, demonstrating an intent to capitalize on the game's popularity.
Genshin Impact continues the story in Snezhnaya and readies the Moonchase Festival September 23
Genshin Impact's Version 7.1 update, arriving September 23rd, will continue the Snezhnaya storyline with a confrontation against Ronova, the Ruler of Death, and introduce the Tsaritsa as a quest giver. The update also adds two new characters, Vesna and Vodyanitsa, and brings back the Moonchase Festival in Liyue with new minigames and rewards.
Genshin Impact dev HoYoverse wins $112,000 in court after AI company stole 63 of its characters' voices
HoYoverse has been awarded approximately $112,000 in a Shanghai court after an unnamed AI service provider was found to have wrongfully reproduced 63 Genshin Impact characters' voices and used modified character images to promote its AI voice packs. The court ruled this constituted copyright infringement and unjust competition, ordering the AI company to cease its infringing behaviors. The AI company has withdrawn its appeal, making the payment inevitable.
Future imperfect: Five predictions for the next decade | Opinion
This opinion piece predicts five key trends for the next decade in the game industry, including slowing budget growth, the impact of AI on user-generated content, a shift in the industry's center of gravity towards Asia and emerging markets, increasing market concentration, and larger indie breakouts. The author acknowledges current industry apprehension but distinguishes it from past crashes, emphasizing the medium's established status.
Petit Planet Gives Animal Crossing Its First Serious Rival in Years
miHoYo's upcoming life simulation game, Petit Planet, is shaping up to be a serious contender in the genre, drawing clear comparisons to Animal Crossing. The game features a human protagonist tasked with revitalizing planets populated by anthropomorphic animals, offering familiar mechanics like crafting and village building. While the demo showcased a polished experience, concerns linger regarding potential gacha mechanics and the use of AI in its development, despite assurances from HoYoverse.
All the key details on HoYo's co-op monster slayer Nodusfall
HoYoverse's upcoming co-op action RPG, Nodusfall, is set to feature dark fantasy elements and monster hunting gameplay, drawing comparisons to Elden Ring and Monster Hunter. The game will not feature character gacha mechanics, with all characters obtained through story progression, though cosmetic monetization is being considered. Nodusfall is being developed using Unreal Engine 5 and is expected to launch after Petit Planet and Honkai: Nexus Anima, potentially in 2028.
Nodusfall isn't a gacha game, Mihoyo confirms, because unlike Genshin Impact you'll unlock characters…
miHoYo has confirmed that its upcoming game Nodusfall will not feature gacha mechanics for unlocking characters, differing from Genshin Impact and Zenless Zone Zero. The free-to-play title will allow players to unlock characters through continued gameplay, with monetization focused on cosmetics. Nodusfall is described as the HoYoverse's answer to Monster Hunter, emphasizing solo and group encounters.
Mihoyo CEO says Monster Hunter-like Nodusfall is very "un-Mihoyo," and in a perfect world that means less…
HoYoverse CEO Liu Wei acknowledges that Nodusfall, their upcoming realistic fantasy online game, is a departure from the company's typical style, drawing comparisons to Monster Hunter with its focus on large-scale boss battles and co-op. The article discusses concerns about the potential implementation of gacha mechanics in Nodusfall, given HoYoverse's history with games like Genshin Impact, and expresses hope that the game will adopt a less aggressive monetization strategy.
All Genshin Impact 7.0 livestream codes
miHoYo has released livestream codes for Genshin Impact's upcoming 7.0 update, which will introduce the new Snezhnaya region. Players can redeem these codes for Primogems and Mystic Enhancement Ore. The article provides instructions on how to redeem the codes both in-game and online, emphasizing that they typically expire within a day.
Epic Games CEO says "Steam charges such high fees" that companies like Genshin Impact maker MiHoYo "find it more profitable to go it alone," fans remind him MiHoYo has multiple games on Steam
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney stated that Steam's high fees make it more profitable for major companies like MiHoYo to distribute their games independently. This claim was met with a community note clarifying that MiHoYo has a growing presence on Steam, recently releasing Zenless Zone Zero and potentially planning a Steam launch for Genshin Impact.
Genshin Impact creator miHoYo has released an AI companion on Steam, an eternal student cursed to never obtain her piano…
Genshin Impact developer miHoYo has launched an AI chatbot companion named BSide: Olivia Lin on Steam in China, marking an early application of its significant investment in AI technology. The company is also integrating AI into upcoming titles like Petit Planet and Genesis, and is reportedly hiring artists experienced with generative AI for Honkai: Nexus Anima.
Honkai: Nexus Anima ‘Evolution Test’ begins July 9
miHoYo has announced that the "Evolution Test" for its creature-collector strategy game Honkai: Nexus Anima will commence on July 9 for PC, iOS, and Android. Sign-ups are currently open on the official website for this limited, free closed beta test, which will feature new characters, Anima, regions, and gameplay systems. The test will include a data wipe, and selected participants will be granted access.
Genshin Impact Version Luna VIII update ‘Song of the Welkin Moon: Scherzo – Sunny Summer Fontinalia’ launches July 1
miHoYo announced that Genshin Impact Version Luna VIII update, "Song of the Welkin Moon: Scherzo – Sunny Summer Fontinalia," will launch on July 1 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. The update introduces a new character, Sandrone, a new Cryo-Electro reaction called Stellar-Conduct, and a permanent new area on the moon with ancient ruins and unique exploration mechanics. The update also features the Fontinalia Film Festival event, summer-themed content in Miliastra Wonderland, and gameplay enhancements for the Craftspeople editor.
Zenless Zone Zero 'copied my puzzle game,' indie dev says, posts a pretty convincing video to prove it
Indie developer Michael Kamm has accused miHoYo of copying his puzzle game Ouros for Zenless Zone Zero, providing video evidence of striking similarities in gameplay mechanics and design choices. Kamm claims his work was cloned and attributed to the larger company, highlighting the challenges indie developers face with intellectual property in the gaming industry. Similar accusations have also been made against miHoYo regarding Genshin Impact.
Genshin Impact Codename KFC and Animate Merchandise Appears
miHoYo is launching two separate merchandise campaigns for Genshin Impact characters Alhaitham and Kaveh in Japan. Animate will host a sale fair from June 20 to July 20, 2026, featuring various merchandise. KFC Japan will run a campaign from June 10 to June 30, 2026, offering special meal packs with in-game items.
Rumour: Genshin Impact's 'HoYoverse' Account System Supposedly Adds Switch Support
A recent build of Genshin Impact has revealed evidence of HoYoverse account support for Nintendo users, reigniting rumors of a potential Nintendo Switch release. HoYoverse, which handles miHoYo's game distribution outside China, also publishes Honkai: Star Rail and Zenless Zone Zero. While previous rumors cited hardware limitations, the emergence of this account system detail offers new hope for a Switch version.
(For Southeast Asia) Genshin Impact Version “Luna VII” Introduces Nicole Reeyn, the First Playable Hexenzirkel Member, on May 20!
Genshin Impact Version "Luna VII," arriving May 20, introduces new 5-star characters Nicole Reeyn and Lohen, along with 4-star character Prune. The update also features a return to Sumeru to confront a new enemy and a whimsical fairy-tale adventure in Inazuma with Klee and Sayu. New gameplay features and limited-time events with exclusive rewards are also included.
