miHoYo has announced that the long-awaited 1.6 update of Honkai: Star Rail, titled “Crown of the Mundane and Divine,” will be released on December 27. This update will bring exciting additions and expansions to the space adventure game. Here is a summary of the news that awaits us, according to miHoYo:
Explore the new area: Herta Space Station Isolation Zone
The update will reveal a new area: the Herta Space Station Isolation Zone, previously inaccessible until Madam Ruan Mei, a member of the Genius Society, began her revolutionary life science experiments inside it.
New playable characters and exciting events
The expansion will include new playable characters: Madam Ruan Mei, Dr. Ratio and Xueyi, as well as the reunion of two old friends, Blade and Kafka. Additionally, with the “Panta Rhei” event in version 1.6, every pioneer who has unlocked the mail function will receive the limited five-star character, Dr. Ratio, as a reward.
Challenges in the Isolation Zone and events in the Simulated Universe
The story will take us to the Isolation Zone, where Madam Ruan Mei will encounter a Swarm King prototype and a Swarm Disaster entity, triggering an intense battle. In addition, a new Simulated Universe DLC called “Gold and Gears” will be introduced, with new gameplay elements such as the “Path of Erudition” and the separation of path dice.
Gameplay improvements and new mechanics
Version 1.6 will feature gameplay improvements such as the addition of “Pure Fiction,” additional stages in the “Forgotten Hall,” and other user-friendly updates. Three new characters will also be added: Madam Ruan Mei, Dr. Ratio and Xueyi, each with unique skills and styles.
Details of the new characters
Madam Ruan Mei, a 5-star ice-type figure, will focus on biology and offer significant support through her abilities. Dr. Ratio, a rigorous academic, will launch follow-up attacks based on enemy debuffs. Finally, Xueyi, a 4-star quantum-type figure, offers destructive abilities with her ultimate skill “Divine Punishment”.
Available on multiple platforms
Honkai: Star Rail is currently available for PlayStation 5, PC via client download and the Epic Games Store, iOS via the App Store, and Android via Google Play. Plus, a PlayStation 4 version is planned. Get ready to dive into these exciting new experiences starting December 27!
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