HoYoverse Files Trademark for Honkai Nexus Anima at US Patent Office

HoYoverse, the global arm of the Chinese game developer miHoYo, has recently filed a trademark for "Honkai Nexus Anima," sparking speculation about a new addition to the Honkai series. This move suggests that a new game could be on the horizon, potentially expanding the beloved Honkai universe further.

New HoYoverse Game Possibly In The Works

Honkai Nexus Anima Filed For Trademark

HoYoverse is set to enrich the Honkai universe with what might be a new installment in the series. The trademark for "Honkai Nexus Anima" was filed by miHoYo and HoYoverse, hinting at a possible third game following Honkai Impact 3rd and Honkai Star Rail. Although details are scarce, the name suggests a connection to the existing Honkai narrative.

The trademark application initially appeared on the Korea Intellectual Property Information Search's (KIPRIS) website before being removed. However, it remains listed 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. Subsequently, Honkai Star Rail was released in 2023, offering turn-based gameplay within a separate universe but with thematic similarities and character crossovers. Fans are eager to see how Honkai Nexus Anima might fit into this expansive universe, potentially introducing a new genre based on miHoYo's diverse game development history.

New Twitter (X) Accounts

Following the trademark filings, new Twitter (X) accounts associated with Honkai Nexus Anima have surfaced. These accounts, such as "@HonkaiNA", "@HonkaiNA_RU", and "@HonkaiNA_FR", suggest HoYoverse's intent to secure social media handles for global branding consistency, a common practice in the gaming industry.

miHoYo Recent Job Postings

Earlier this year, miHoYo released job listings that hinted at their upcoming projects. According to reports from GosuGamers, citing @chibi0108 on Twitter, miHoYo is developing an "auto-chess" game involving "Destined Spirits." While these details are speculative without direct access to the original listings, fans have connected these hints to Honkai Nexus Anima.

Despite no official confirmation from HoYoverse, the community is buzzing with excitement about what this new project might bring. Given miHoYo's successful track record with titles like Honkai Impact 3rd, Genshin Impact, Honkai Star Rail, and the upcoming Zenless Zone Zero, expectations are high for Honkai Nexus Anima to be another hit in their growing portfolio.