HoYoverse has sparked excitement among fans by filing a trademark for "Honkai Nexus Anima," hinting at a new addition to their acclaimed Honkai series. This move suggests that miHoYo, the powerhouse behind HoYoverse, is gearing up for another thrilling project.
New HoYoverse Game Possibly In The Works
Honkai Nexus Anima Filed For Trademark
HoYoverse is set to expand the Honkai universe with what could be a new game in the series. The Chinese game developer miHoYo and its global arm, HoYoverse, have officially applied for a trademark for "Honkai Nexus Anima." While details remain scarce, the name implies it might be the third installment in the Honkai series, following the footsteps of Honkai Impact 3rd and Honkai Star Rail.
The trademark application initially appeared on the Korea Intellectual Property Information Search’s (KIPRIS) website before being removed, but it is still listed on the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) website.
The Honkai franchise began with Honkai Impact 3rd, a free-to-play mobile action RPG that followed the legacy of Houkai Gakuen 2, a 2D side-scrolling shooter. Subsequently, in 2023, Honkai Star Rail was released, offering a free-to-play turn-based mobile game. Despite sharing thematic elements and some character designs, each game unfolds in its own unique universe with distinct narratives. Fans are buzzing with speculation that Honkai Nexus Anima will continue this trend, potentially introducing a new genre, reflecting miHoYo’s innovative approach to game development.
New Twitter (X) Accounts
In the wake of the trademark filing, new Twitter (X) accounts bearing the Honkai Nexus Anima name have surfaced. These accounts, such as "@HonkaiNA", "@HonkaiNA_RU", and "@HonkaiNA_FR", use a common prefix followed by regional identifiers, suggesting HoYoverse’s strategy to secure social media handles for consistent global branding.
miHoYo Recent Job Postings
Earlier this year, miHoYo's job postings offered a glimpse into their upcoming projects. According to reports from GosuGamers and insights from @chibi0108 on Twitter, the company is developing an "auto-chess" game featuring "Destined Spirits." Although direct access to the original job listings is unavailable, and these remain speculative, fans have connected these clues to the Honkai Nexus Anima project.
Despite no official confirmation from HoYoverse, the gaming community is abuzz with anticipation. Given miHoYo's successful track record with titles like Honkai Impact 3rd, Genshin Impact, Honkai Star Rail, and Zenless Zone Zero, expectations are high for their next venture.
