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

MiHoYo has tantalized fans with a glimpse of their latest project, potentially hinting at a Pokémon-like experience. Dive in to explore the details from the trailer and see if this could be the much-talked-about Honkai Nexus Anima.

A Glimpse at a New Honkai Game

Could This Be a Pokémon-Inspired Game?

During the Honkai Star Rail Concert livestream on May 4, MiHoYo unveiled a 20-second teaser that has set the gaming community abuzz. The teaser showcased Kiana from Honkai Impact 3rd and Blade from Honkai: Star Rail, both engaging in battles with creatures and monsters under their command. This suggests a gameplay style reminiscent of Pokémon, featuring elements of auto-chess strategy and monster-collecting mechanics.

The idea of a Pokémon-like game isn't out of the blue for MiHoYo. Both Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail have introduced beloved creatures and critters, often spotlighted in dedicated in-game events. For instance, Genshin Impact allows players to capture monsters for their Serenitea Pot and features events like "Fabulous Fungus Frenzy," where players compete in a beast tamer tournament.

Similarly, Honkai Star Rail's "Aetherium Wars" event utilized turn-based mechanics with monsters as partners, echoing Pokémon’s core concept. The teaser hints at a rich cast of characters from the Honkai series, with silhouettes suggesting appearances from figures like Aventurine from Star Rail.

Described as a "brand-new Honkai Game," fans are eager to see if characters from Genshin Impact might also join the fray. While details remain sparse, the trailer promises a blend of Honkai Impact 3rd and Honkai Star Rail characters in this new venture.

Speculations on Honkai Nexus Anima

The buzz around this teaser has led many to speculate that it could be the rumored Honkai Nexus Anima, which MiHoYo recently trademarked. Although the trademark filing offers little insight, the timing and nature of the teaser have fueled these theories.

Further connections are drawn from previous job listings by HoYoVerse, as reported by Enduins Gaming in September 2024. These listings hinted at multiple projects, including roles focused on "Character Concept Art (Anthropomorphic Animals)" for a chibi-style life simulation, and "Scene Concept Art – Honkai IP Pre-research" for fantasy spirit companions.

Given MiHoYo's confirmation of a new Honkai game, speculation has linked this to Honkai Nexus Anima. However, without official confirmation, these remain fan theories. The teaser has left the community with more questions than answers, yet the excitement for MiHoYo's next creation remains high. With the company's track record, players anticipate a novel and engaging experience in this upcoming title.