Honkai: Star Rail is set to launch version 3.0 on January 15. This update is a significant milestone for players, as it will transition from one of the game’s most iconic locations to unveil new characters and environments, all while retaining some beloved familiar faces.
The latest version of Honkai: Star Rail is 2.7, which launched in December 2024, marking the end of the adventure in Penacony. This update introduced players to two new five-star characters, Sunday and Fugue, while also bringing back Jing Yuan and Firefly to the banners. Version 2.7 added two new Lightcones, along with fresh events, missions, and updates to the Divergent Universe, Memory of Chaos, and Pure Fiction modes. HoYoverse has now shared some thrilling news for the open-world RPG as we welcome the new year.
The announcement for Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.0 is here! It’s set to launch on January 15 for PC, mobile, and PS5. As rumored, the update will introduce the Trailblazer (Remembrance) along with new characters, The Herta and Aglaea. The Herta, a 5-star Ice and Erudition character, will be available from January 14 to February 5. Aglaea, another 5-star character who wields Lightning and Remembrance, will follow, with her banner expected to conclude around February 25. Additionally, the Trailblazer will have the ability to summon Mem, a cute little creature that can assist an ally in dealing true damage once its meter is filled.
Honkai: Star Rail Travels to Amphoreus in Version 3.0
Leaving Penacony behind, Version 3.0 is set to unveil the eagerly awaited new world of Amphoreus. The Trailblazer Mission in this new realm will be divided into two segments, spanning from Versions 3.0 to 3.7, marking the longest narrative arc in Honkai: Star Rail. In addition to the introduction of this exciting location, HoYoverse will roll out new characters from Amphoreus, six fresh Lightcones for players to acquire, and two new items: Variable Dice and Wishful Resin. Plus, beloved characters from Honkai: Star Rail will make a comeback, with Silver Wolf, Robin, Boothill, Jade, Feixiao, and Lingsha featured in a rerun banner.
- New world: Amphoreus
- New 5-star characters
- The Herta (Ice/Erudition)
- Aglaea (Lightning/Remembrance)
- Trailblazer (Ice/Remembrance)
- New Lightcones
- 5-star
- Into the Unreachable Veil (Erudition)
- Time Woven into Gold (Remembrance)
- 4-star
- Victory In a Blink (Remembrance)
- Geniuses’ Greetings (Remembrance)
- Sweat Now, Cry Less (Remembrance)
- Reminiscence (Remembrance)
- Shadowburn (Remembrance)
It’s a thrilling moment for players of Honkai: Star Rail, as HoYoverse is set to launch a new region at the start of 2025, enhancing the game’s expansive universe. To keep the excitement alive, they’ve collaborated with Ikura from YOASOKI, who will be providing a brand-new main theme for Amphoreus. Additionally, fans can expect a physical version of Honkai: Star Rail to hit the shelves in late January, perfectly timed for those eager to explore the latest update.