- HoYoverse is reportedly working on multiple new projects, including a life sim, a hero shooter, and a space survival game.
- The concept development stems from multiple job listings by HoYoverse.
- Though none have been officially confirmed, HoYoverse may be expanding beyond gacha RPGs.
I thought HoYoverse might be settling in for the new Honkai IP game, but it looks like they’ve got their sights set on multiple future projects. While none of these have been officially confirmed, recent job postings and recruitment showcases give us a glimpse into their work.
HoYoverse future projects that are reportedly in development
Currently, we do know HoYoverse is working on a couple of new games, but it looks like the list is pretty long from the showcase concepts listed. No confirmed titles or visuals for any of the games listed are floating, so these are just the overviews from the concept stage.
1. Petit Planet
Genre: Simulation
The first ‘next’ project was an Animal Crossing-like game in the plans, which was then trademarked as Astaweave Haven last year. This was rumored to be renamed Petit Planet, but official confirmation is still pending. Expect this to be a farming simulation game.
This is also listed as a Life Simulation game with Anthropomorphic (having human characteristics) Animals. The game will have a strong user-generated content (UGC) system, allowing you to customize and build your world. Sounds interesting, for sure.
2. Modern City RPG
Genre: Open-World RPG
No visuals, again. This project appears to be an open-world RPG set in a modern city, featuring multiple storylines and stylized visuals. Built-in Unreal Engine 5 with Physically Based Rendering (PBR), so we can expect an immersive environment with futuristic elements.
3. Realistic Fantasy Action RPG
Genre: Action RPG
It might be the same as the 2nd game listed, but it is differentiating due to the ‘modern and realistic‘ difference. This is said to be a fantasy action RPG featuring an open-world setting. Again, using Unreal Engine 5 and PBR, might blend fantasy creatures with a rich, grounded storyline.
4. Honkai IP Pre-Research Project
Genre: RPG
The Honkai universe entry I mentioned earlier will be another entry in the IP, with the big names being Honkai Impact 3rd and Honkai: Star Rail. Seems to be in early development. Described as an RPG set in a modern town, the game will incorporate fantasy elements and life simulation mechanics.
5. Cartoon-Style Hero Shooter
Genre: Shooter
I’m very curious about this. If this game is in development, HoYoverse is stepping into the competitive multiplayer space with a hero shooter game featuring a Western cartoon-inspired art style. Rumored to be set in a near-future fantasy world, this project could be their answer to games like Overwatch or Valorant.
6. Social Life Sim with City Exploration
Genre: Social Simulation
This project looks to include city life and environmental themes. You will engage in everyday activities such as food, clothing, housing, and transportation. It seems to be suggesting a social sandbox experience where there will be interactions and a lot of social features.
7. AI-Driven Space Survival Game
Genre: Roguelike Survival Adventure
One of the most interesting ideas floating around is a space survival game where AI-driven interactions shape the story. The way it’s described, your choices will directly influence the protagonist’s fate, which sounds like a roguelike narrative experience with unpredictable outcomes.
Not gonna lie, this space survival game could be something totally fresh, but we really don’t know how it’ll turn out or if it’ll even make it to release.
HoYoverse is currently mum about its future projects
Either way, most of the games listed here have got me hyped to see what HoYoverse might be cooking. It’s clear that HoYoverse is expanding beyond its usual gacha RPG formula, and with new genre releases, they might be looking at an immense next couple of years or even more.
Again, let me remind you that these are still concepts, so there’s no telling when or if they’ll become full-fledged releases, and even if they do, I’m not sure how many will make their way to mobile. Still, the upcoming games from HoYoverse are something to be hyped for.
If there are any new developments, I’ll be updating this space and notifying you about them. Till then, keep your eye on updates and read related stories from the mobile gaming industry:
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