HoYoverse has registered a trademark for "Honkai Nexus Anima," sparking speculation that it may be the next addition to the Honkai series. Learn more about the implications for miHoYo and their upcoming projects.
New HoYoverse Game Potentially Under Development
Honkai Nexus Anima Trademark Registration
HoYoverse appears to be expanding the Honkai universe with a potential new game. Chinese developer miHoYo, along with its global subsidiary HoYoverse, submitted a trademark application for "Honkai Nexus Anima." While no additional details about this new intellectual property are available, its name suggests it could become the third major game in the Honkai series, following Honkai Impact 3rd and Honkai Star Rail.
The application first appeared on Korea Intellectual Property Information Search (KIPRIS), though it was later removed. However, the U.S. trademark registration remains publicly accessible through the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) website.
The Honkai series began with Honkai Impact 3rd, a free-to-play mobile action RPG considered the spiritual successor to the classic 2D side-scrolling shooter Houkai Gakuen 2. The studio later launched Honkai Star Rail in 2023, another free-to-play mobile title, though featuring turn-based combat.
Although both games share thematic connections—including elements inspired by space and occasional character design similarities—they present distinct universes and independent narratives. Given miHoYo's diverse game portfolio, fans anticipate Honkai Nexus Anima may follow a similar approach while introducing a fresh genre.
New X (Formerly Twitter) Accounts Emerge
Alongside the trademark filings, fans observed new accounts under the Honkai Nexus Anima branding emerging on X (formerly Twitter). The accounts follow a consistent naming convention, using "HonkaiNA" followed by a region-specific suffix.
Examples of new accounts include "@HonkaiNA," "@HonkaiNA_RU," and "@HonkaiNA_FR." This move suggests HoYoverse is securing social media handles—a common strategy to ensure uniform branding across digital platforms.
Recent miHoYo Career Opportunities
Earlier this year, miHoYo published several job listings that offered hints about the company’s ongoing initiatives. According to GosuGamers, referencing user @chibi0108 on X, the developer is reportedly crafting an "auto-chess" style game in which players deploy "Destined Spirits" in tactical combat. Please note that the original job post cannot be directly accessed, and these details remain unconfirmed.
While HoYoverse has not officially addressed the rumors or announced the game, many fans associate Honkai Nexus Anima with the auto-chess project referenced in the job openings. Despite the lack of an official statement, expectations are high due to miHoYo's successful history with Honkai Impact 3rd, Genshin Impact, Honkai Star Rail, Zenless Zone Zero, and other acclaimed titles.
