Honkai: Star Rail
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Nodus Fall is a co-op action game from the makers of Honkai: Star Rail
HoYoverse, the developer behind Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail, has unveiled its new co-op action game, Nodus Fall, during Gamescom Opening Night Live. The trailer showcased a dark fantasy world and featured a dragon. A release window for Nodus Fall has not yet been announced.
It turns out touching grass is the answer: Gaming is great when you leave the house
This article argues that gaming, while often isolating, is best experienced socially, whether through large events like Gamescom or smaller local gatherings. The author shares personal experiences of engaging with other players at an in-person launch event for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, highlighting the connections and fun that come from real-world interaction over online play. Stepping away from digital platforms and engaging with games in person can combat burnout and rediscover the inherent fun of gaming.
Lineage Piece Melee Tier List [How to Unlock All Melee Styles]
This guide provides a tier list for Melee styles in Lineage Piece, helping players choose effective options by detailing unlock requirements and rarity. It highlights top-tier styles like Gojo [Shinjuku] and Sukuna [Shinjuku], inspired by characters from Jujutsu Kaisen and Honkai Star Rail, and explains the materials needed to acquire them.
Love And Deepspace’s Biggest Controversy Is Now Hitting Its Wallet
Love and Deepspace experienced a significant revenue drop of 73% in July, falling to $10.3 million, largely due to the controversy and subsequent cancellation of the character Valko. This financial downturn contrasts with the continued success of other gacha games like Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail. The controversy also led to Papergames withdrawing from BilliBilli World 2026 and drew scrutiny from the Chinese government regarding content deemed problematic.
I Stopped Playing Palworld For This Creature-Collector Game
The author expresses excitement for HoYoverse's upcoming creature-collector game, Honkai: Nexus Anima, finding it more compelling than Palworld. The game is praised for its engaging battle mechanics, beautiful world design, and the emotional connection it fosters with its creatures, drawing comparisons to and improvements upon the Pokemon series.
Honkai: Nexus Anima is a fun creature collector with an incomprehensible story
Honkai: Nexus Anima offers a fun creature-collecting experience with Teamfight Tactics-style auto battles, but its story is incomprehensible and disconnected from the game's bright aesthetic. While the gameplay loop of collecting and battling is engaging, the lack of mechanical depth and a confusing narrative may hinder long-term investment for players.
Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.4 "In Ravages Does the Whistle Sound" Arrives on July 15
HoYoverse announced that Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.4, titled "In Ravages Does the Whistle Sound," will launch on July 15. This update introduces the Lord Ravager Asat Pramad as a new boss and features the second phase of the Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works] collaboration, including playable characters Rin Tohsaka and Gilgamesh. New character Himeko • Nova will also be available.
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.
Ugreen's new Honkai: Star Rail collab is filled with cute accessories that are perfect for mobile gamers
Accessory maker Ugreen has launched a new collection of Honkai: Star Rail themed products, including power banks, chargers, and a location tracker, inspired by the character Yao Guang. These items are designed for mobile gamers and are available through Amazon and TikTok Shop, with a limited edition gift box also offered.
Star Fox voice actors & cast
This article details the English voice cast for the upcoming 2026 remake of Star Fox 64. It lists the actors responsible for voicing key characters such as Fox, Falco, Peppy, Slippy, ROB64, Wolf, Pigma, Leon, James, and Dr. Andross, alongside their other notable roles in various games.
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.
One Persona 4 Revival actor shared her "hardcore manifestation" to get into the JRPG remake over 2 years ago, and it clearly worked: "Dreams really do come true"
Voice actor Ari Thrash announced she will voice Marie in the upcoming Persona 4 Golden remake, Persona 4: Revival. Thrash had previously expressed her strong desire to be cast in a Persona 4 remake over two years ago, calling it "hardcore manifestation." She acknowledges the original voice actor, Eden Riegel, and hopes fans will enjoy her interpretation of the character.
New Honkai: Star Rail Nendoroids Are Anaxa and Phainon
Good Smile Company has announced new Nendoroid figures for Honkai: Star Rail characters Anaxa and Phainon. Anaxa, a standard Nendoroid, will launch in late 2026/early 2027, while Phainon, a Nendoroid Doll variant, will be released in early 2027. Pre-orders for both figures close on July 29, 2026. Honkai: Star Rail is available on PlayStation 5, PC, and mobile devices.
Daily Video Game Deals Jun 14 – Shadow Labyrinth, Death end re;Quest Code Z, One Last Breath, MindsEye, Dead of Darkness & More
Daily video game deals for June 14th include discounts on titles such as Shadow Labyrinth, Death end re;Quest Code Z, One Last Breath, MindsEye, and Dead of Darkness. These deals are available across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Honkai: Star Rail Kura Sushi Event Announced
HoYoVerse and Kura Sushi have announced a crossover event for Honkai: Star Rail featuring characters Aventurine and Sparkle, which will be exclusive to US locations. While a start date is unconfirmed, it is speculated to begin after the current Tamagotchi event concludes on June 23, 2026. Teaser art depicts chibi versions of Aventurine and Sparkle, suggesting potential merchandise and special menu items.
Nijisanji’s Hyakumantenbara Salome Goes on an Indefinite Hiatus
Japanese Nijisanji Vtuber Hyakumantenbara Salome has announced an indefinite hiatus from streaming due to declining physical condition and a desire to pursue other activities. While initially planning a return in July 2026, she has extended this period indefinitely. Salome, known for her rapid subscriber growth and a voiceover role in Honkai: Star Rail, has not provided a specific return date.
Beast of Reincarnation has some stellar voice actors, but one has to play protagonist Emma completely devoid of emotion
Game Freak's upcoming action RPG, Beast of Reincarnation, set to launch on August 4, features voice actors Yui Ishikawa as the emotionless protagonist Emma and Akio Otsuka in its cast. Game director Kota Furushima explained that Emma's lack of emotion is a key narrative element, with Ishikawa, known for her role as 2B in Nier: Automata, tasked with portraying this challenging character.
'This Policy Doesn't Reflect How Games Actually Work Today': Stop Killing Games Gets Big Win, But the Fight Is Far from Over
The consumer movement Stop Killing Games has achieved a significant victory as the California State Assembly passed the 'Protect Our Games' act, which aims to prevent publishers from permanently disabling games by shutting down servers. The bill proposes requiring publishers to provide advance notice of server closures and ensure playable single-player modes indefinitely for commercially available titles. However, the Entertainment Software Association argues the proposal is not feasible and could hinder the development of new games and technology.
HoYoverse to invest billions into AI over the next three years
HoYoverse, the publisher of Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail, announced a significant investment of over 100 billion yuan ($20 billion AUD) into artificial intelligence over the next three years. The company aims to develop an in-house AI ecosystem to enhance future game development, including AI-powered NPCs and automation processes. This initiative positions HoYoverse alongside other companies like Krafton in adopting an AI-first approach to game creation.
Two More Fate/Stay Night Characters Are Coming to PS5 RPG Honkai: Star Rail
Honkai: Star Rail will feature two new crossover characters, Rin Tohsaka and Gilgamesh, from Fate/Stay Night this summer. Gilgamesh will be available for free upon logging in. The upcoming v4.3 update on June 1st will also introduce a new playable character, Mortenax Blade, alongside reruns of other characters and new endgame content.
