HoYoverse is set to expand its renowned Honkai universe with a potential new addition, Honkai Nexus Anima, following a recent trademark filing. This development hints at an exciting future for fans of the Honkai series and miHoYo's creative endeavors.

New HoYoverse Game Possibly In The Works

Honkai Nexus Anima Filed For Trademark

HoYoverse, the global arm of the Chinese game developer miHoYo, has officially filed for a trademark for "Honkai Nexus Anima." This move suggests the development of a third installment in the Honkai series, joining the ranks of Honkai Impact 3rd and Honkai Star Rail. While details remain scarce, the name implies a continuation of the Honkai saga.

The trademark application initially surfaced on the Korea Intellectual Property Information Search’s (KIPRIS) website, which has since been removed. However, the filing remains accessible on the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) website.

The Honkai series began with Honkai Impact 3rd, a free-to-play mobile action RPG that succeeded Houkai Gakuen 2, a 2D side-scrolling shooter. Subsequently, Honkai Star Rail was launched in 2023, introducing a turn-based gameplay experience while maintaining the thematic elements of space and character similarities, yet set in a distinct universe with its unique storyline. Speculation suggests that Honkai Nexus Anima might introduce a new genre, reflecting miHoYo’s diverse approach to game development.

New Twitter (X) Accounts

In line with the trademark filings, new Twitter (X) accounts bearing the name Honkai Nexus Anima have emerged, such as "@HonkaiNA", "@HonkaiNA_RU", and "@HonkaiNA_FR". These accounts, identified by the "HonkaiNA" prefix followed by regional identifiers, indicate HoYoverse's efforts to establish a consistent brand presence across social media platforms.

miHoYo Recent Job Postings

Earlier this year, miHoYo posted job listings hinting at the development of an "auto-chess" game featuring "Destined Spirits." Although these listings are no longer directly accessible, and the information remains speculative, fans have connected these hints to the potential development of Honkai Nexus Anima. Despite no official confirmation from HoYoverse, the anticipation for this new project is high, given miHoYo's successful track record with titles like Honkai Impact 3rd, Genshin Impact, Honkai Star Rail, and Zenless Zone Zero.