Honkai Nexus Anima: Pokemon-Like, Says Star Rail LIVE 2025 Fan Theories

MiHoYo has stirred excitement among fans by teasing a brand-new Honkai game that hints at a Pokémon-like experience. Dive in to explore what was unveiled in the trailer and whether this could be the much-discussed Honkai Nexus Anima.

Brand-New Honkai Game Teased

Possibly a Pokémon-like Game

During the Honkai Star Rail Concert livestream on May 4, miHoYo unveiled a tantalizing 20-second teaser showcasing familiar characters like Kiana from Honkai Impact 3rd and Blade from Honkai: Star Rail, both seen commanding creatures and monsters in battle. This has sparked speculation that the new game may incorporate Pokémon-like battling mechanics, auto-chess strategy, or monster-collecting features.

The trend towards creature-centric gameplay is not new for miHoYo, as both Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail have featured beloved creatures and critters. Genshin Impact, for instance, introduced a monster-capturing mechanic within its Serenitea Pot housing system, and hosted the "Fabulous Fungus Frenzy" event, where players could capture Fungus and compete in a beast tamer tournament.

Similarly, Honkai Star Rail's "Aetherium Wars" event utilized the game’s turn-based mechanics with monsters as partners, echoing the core concept of Pokémon. The teaser for the new game ends with silhouettes of recognizable characters, including possibly Aventurine from Star Rail, hinting that the game will feature a wide array of characters from across the Honkai series. Fans are also hopeful for the inclusion of Genshin Impact characters.

Is this Honkai Nexus Anima?

Speculation is rife that this new game could be the rumored Honkai Nexus Anima, following miHoYo's recent trademark filing. Although the filing itself disclosed little, the timing and the nature of the teaser have fueled these theories.

Further adding to the speculation, job listings from HoYoVerse in September 2024, as reported by Enduins Gaming, hinted at multiple projects in development. These included roles for "Character Concept Art (Anthropomorphic Animals)" for a chibi-style life simulation and "Scene Concept Art – Honkai IP Pre-research" for fantasy spirit companions, which could align with the teased game's theme.

While miHoYo has confirmed that the game will be a new addition to the Honkai series, no official name has been announced, leaving fans to ponder if this is indeed Honkai Nexus Anima. The teaser has raised more questions than it has answered, yet it promises an intriguing new experience from the creators at miHoYo. With their track record of delivering engaging content, fans have much to anticipate from this upcoming title.