HoYoverse’s 4 Secret Projects Could Shake 2026 Hard
HoYoverse is reportedly preparing for a massive 2026 push, and the company may be working on more than just its already watched upcoming titles.
The global game giant behind Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail has already drawn fan attention through projects such as Honkai: Nexus Anima, the cozy life-sim Petit Planet, and Versapura. However, new leaked information circulating online now points to 4 early-stage HoYoverse projects that could show a much wider future for the company.
According to the leak, these projects move beyond HoYoverse’s familiar anime-style action RPG identity. They reportedly include a Social Lifestyle MMO, a 3D MOBA, a Fantasy Sandbox Co-op game, and a Realistic Military Sci-Fi Shooter.
What makes the leak even more interesting is the mention of AI+ technology in the development process. This also connects with earlier rumors claiming that HoYoverse may invest up to $14.6 billion in AI technology over the next 3 years. If true, this could signal a major change in how the company builds future games.
4 major HoYoverse projects reportedly in early development
The first rumored project is a Social Lifestyle MMO, which some believe may be connected to the project name Nodusfall. The game is described as a multiplayer online life and social roleplay experience where players can live as different versions of themselves. It may feature a bright sandbox world, friend-focused systems, and AI-driven in-game mechanics.
The second project is a 3D MOBA built with Unreal Engine 5. This title reportedly focuses on PvP competition, multiple playable characters, and fair competitive gameplay without pay-to-win design. The leak also mentions a Western-stylized visual direction, which matches previous hiring-related discussions around the company.
The third project is a Fantasy Sandbox Co-op game, also reportedly developed with Unreal Engine 5. This title seems focused on exploring a wide fantasy world with friends. The project also highlights deeper integration of advanced AI systems, which could affect gameplay, world interaction, or player-driven content.
The fourth project is a Realistic Military Sci-Fi Shooter. Unlike HoYoverse’s more colorful anime-inspired works, this game reportedly uses a more realistic shooter direction. It may feature first-person or third-person shooting, military sci-fi themes, challenging gunplay, and technology-driven gameplay systems.
HoYoverse may be preparing a wider genre shift
At this stage, it remains unclear whether all 4 projects will become full public releases or whether some are still internal experiments. However, the variety alone makes the report exciting.
A move into MOBA, MMORPG-style social play, co-op sandbox design, and realistic shooters would place HoYoverse in direct competition with several major genre leaders. It would also show that the company wants to become more than a studio known mainly for anime-style RPGs.
For players in Southeast Asia, this could be especially interesting. The region has strong audiences for competitive games, mobile-first online titles, co-op experiences, and social multiplayer games. If HoYoverse pushes these projects globally, SEA could become one of the most important regions to watch.
THIS IS our take
HoYoverse already proved that it can build massive global communities around polished live-service games. If these 4 rumored projects are real, the company may be preparing its boldest expansion yet. The most exciting part is not just the number of games, but the genre variety. A HoYoverse-made MOBA, sandbox co-op title, or sci-fi shooter could seriously shake the market if the studio brings the same production value, content rhythm, and community focus that made its biggest titles successful.
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