Summary
- New leaks from Honkai: Star Rail are teasing a free four-star character selector coming to the sci-fi RPG following the release of Version 3.0.
- Players will reportedly have the option to choose from Guinaifen, Hanya, Tingyun, and Hook as their free four-star character during the patch.
- Version 3.0 will also introduce two brand-new characters to the game with The Herta and Aglaea set to join the roster following Amphoreus' release.
Honkai: Star Rail players are set to receive a special gift following the launch of the game's highly-anticipated Version 3.0 update, teasing a new four-star character selector. With the story of Penacony coming to an end, HoYoverse has finally introduced fans to the popular sci-fi RPG's fourth playable world, revealing Amphoreus as its next locale. The developer has already teased numerous characters from Amphoreus coming to Honkai: Star Rail, also confirming the long-awaited release of The Herta as Herta's real form. A new leak is hinting at a special gift coming for fans alongside the update.
HoYoverse has not been shy about giving away free characters to Honkai: Star Rail fans throughout the game's life. New events regularly allow players to pick up free copies of four-star characters as rewards, with the developer also often including selectors for players to pick their own free character. Honkai: Star Rail has even given out free five-star characters to players, recently offering a free five-star character from the game's standard rotation with Version 2.7's release. Now, fans of Honkai: Star Rail are set to receive a new gift with the release of Version 3.0.
Honkai: Star Rail Leaks New Four-Star Character Selector
A new update shared by prominent Honkai: Star Rail leaker HomDGCat is hinting at a new four-star character selector coming with Version 3.0. The four-star character selector looks to be similar to previous selectors, with players receiving an envelope item that can be used to redeem one of four different four-star characters. The selector will reportedly allow players to pick one of Guinaifen, Hanya, Tingyun, or Hook to add to their in-game roster. The leak does not confirm how players will acquire the selector item within Honkai: Star Rail's Version 3.0 update.
- Guinaifen: Four-star Fire Nihility character
- Hanya: Four-star Physical Harmony character
- Tingyun: Four-star Electric Harmony character
- Hook: Four-star Fire Destruction character
HoYoverse's new four-star character selector comes as fans of the game have seen plenty of reason to celebrate throughout recent updates. Alongside the previously-mentioned Amphoreus reveals, Version 2.7 welcomed the launch of two of the game's most exciting characters with Sunday and Fugue. Leaks have also hinted at new versions of some of the game's most popular characters coming soon, with a potential "dark" version of March 7th rumored to be joining the roster.
The upcoming debut of Honkai: Star Rail's newest world is expected to introduce a suite of changes to the game alongside its new characters. Version 3.0 will introduce the first new playable Path added to the game since its release, with Aglaea set to become Honkai: Star Rail's first playable Remembrance character. Remembrance is also expected to introduce a new "Summon" mechanic to the game, with Remembrance characters including special characters that provide more damage and special buffs. Honkai: Star Rail's Amphoreus debut looks to bring a suite of major changes and updates to the game.
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 83 /100 Critics Rec: 90%
- Released
- April 26, 2023
- ESRB
- Teen / Fantasy Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes, Simulated Gambling, In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items), Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
- Publisher(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
WHERE TO PLAY
They call them, "Aeons" in this galaxy. They construct reality, erase stars, and leave their marks on countless worlds. Together with your companions you'll travel across the galaxy on the Astral Express, following the path once traveled by the Aeons. From here, you will explore new civilizations, meet new comrades, and begin new adventures among countless fantastical worlds. All the answers you seek will be uncovered among the stars.
Well what're you waiting for? Are you ready to begin this trailblazing journey?
Honkai: Star Rail is a new HoYoverse space fantasy RPG. Hop aboard the Astral Express and experience the galaxy's infinite wonders filled with adventure and thrills.
Players will meet new companions across various worlds and maybe even run into some familiar faces. Overcome the struggles together caused by Stellaron and unravel the hidden truths behind it! May this journey lead us starward!
- Engine
- Unity
- Cross-Platform Play
- Limited
- Cross Save
- All platforms
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PC, Android, iOS
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Turn-Based RPG
- How Long To Beat
- 83 hours
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
