HoYoverse hosts Media Tour 2026 in Seoul to showcase upcoming titles

HoYoverse held its Media Tour 2026 in Seoul, South Korea, from November 3 to 5, inviting global media to preview upcoming projects and participate in developer interviews. The event focused heavily on the company’s expanding lineup, including the upcoming life simulation game “Petit Planet,” scheduled for release on December 4, and “Honkai: Nexus Anima,” which is slated for a spring 2027 launch.

“Petit Planet” featured a preview of its “Snowy Season” event, showcasing seasonal weather mechanics, snow-based activities like building snowmen, and new characters. The game also includes social features such as “Blueprints,” allowing players to share and replicate decorated spaces. Additionally, a version for the Nintendo Switch 2 is reportedly in development for a 2027 release, with early impressions noting the benefits of combining physical button controls with touch capabilities.

Other titles highlighted during the tour included “Genshin Impact,” “Honkai: Star Rail,” and “Zenless Zone Zero.” The company also provided updates on future projects such as the action title “Nodasfall” and the story-driven “Varsapura.”