Rumor: miHoYo's New Game is A Pokemon and Baldur's Gate 3-Inspired Autobattler

miHoYo, the creators of the wildly popular Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, and Zenless Zone Zero, have sparked considerable anticipation regarding their next project. Initial speculation ranged widely, from whispers of an Animal Crossing-esque survival game (later seemingly confirmed by leaks) to a grand-scale RPG in the vein of Baldur's Gate 3.

However, recent rumors and analyses of job postings suggest a different direction entirely. Instead of a standalone title, miHoYo's "answer" to Larian Studios' hit RPG appears to be a new addition to the Honkai franchise. This new game, according to these reports, will feature:

• An expansive open world: Set in a vibrant coastal entertainment town.
• Spirit collection and development: Players will gather spirits from various dimensions, nurturing them through an evolution system reminiscent of Pokémon. Team building and strategic combat will be key elements.
• Unique traversal: Spirits will offer unique abilities, allowing players to fly and surf.
• Auto-battler/Auto-chess genre: The game will incorporate elements of the popular auto-battler genre.

This intriguing blend of Pokémon, Baldur's Gate 3, and Honkai elements promises a fresh take on established mechanics. While the development timeline remains uncertain, this new project represents an ambitious expansion of the Honkai universe, likely surprising many who anticipated a different type of game from miHoYo.