HoYoverse Files Honkai Nexus Anima Trademark at US Patent Office

HoYoverse's recent trademark filing for Honkai Nexus Anima has sparked excitement among fans, hinting at a potential expansion of the beloved Honkai series. This move by miHoYo and its global arm, HoYoverse, suggests that a new addition to their acclaimed franchise could be on the horizon.

New HoYoverse Game Possibly In The Works

Honkai Nexus Anima Filed For Trademark

HoYoverse is set to broaden its Honkai universe with what might be the third installment in the series, following the success of Honkai Impact 3rd and Honkai Star Rail. The trademark for "Honkai Nexus Anima" was initially spotted on the Korea Intellectual Property Information Search’s (KIPRIS) website, though it was later removed. However, the filing remains active on the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) website, confirming its legitimacy.

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. The series continued with Honkai Star Rail in 2023, a turn-based mobile game set in a different universe but sharing thematic elements and character designs. Fans are buzzing with speculation that Honkai Nexus Anima might introduce a new genre, reflecting miHoYo’s penchant for diverse gameplay experiences.

New Twitter (X) Accounts

In the wake of the trademark filings, new Twitter (X) accounts named "HonkaiNA" followed by regional identifiers like "@HonkaiNA", "@HonkaiNA_RU", and "@HonkaiNA_FR" have emerged. This move is likely a strategic effort by HoYoverse to secure consistent branding across various social media platforms, a common practice in the gaming industry.

miHoYo Recent Job Postings

Earlier this year, miHoYo released job listings that hinted at their ongoing projects. According to reports from GosuGamers, citing @chibi0108 on Twitter, they are developing an "auto-chess" game featuring "Destined Spirits." While direct access to these listings is unavailable, and the information remains speculative, fans are connecting these dots to Honkai Nexus Anima. Given miHoYo's successful track record with titles like Honkai Impact 3rd, Genshin Impact, Honkai Star Rail, and Zenless Zone Zero, anticipation for their next project is high.

HoYoverse has yet to officially confirm or announce Honkai Nexus Anima, but the community's excitement is palpable. As we await further details, the potential for another hit from miHoYo looms large on the horizon.