[Industry news] HoYoverse Announces Gamescom 2026 Lineup

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HGlobal interactive entertainment brand HoYoverse officially announced its complete lineup for gamescom 2026 today. From August 26 to 30, players and fans are invited to visit Hall 6.1, Booth B030 at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany, where approximately 660㎡ of immersive exhibition space will bring the worlds of HoYoverse’s games to life. Honkai: Nexus Anima and Petit Planet, in particular, will make their gamescom debuts with hands-on demos, offering fans of these two highly-anticipated titles a rare opportunity to get a first look at the new adventures that await. These two upcoming titles, alongside Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, and Zenless Zone Zero, will each be featured in dedicated exhibition zones, immersing visitors in the beloved worlds of HoYoverse’s portfolio, along with a range of live entertainment and interactive activities. In addition, HoYoverse will be present in the business area for the first time. HoYoverse warmly welcomes media representatives and business partners to visit Booth B051 in Hall 4.2 for professional exchange.

Honkai: Nexus Anima, HoYoverse’s brand-new creature-collecting adventure strategy game and the latest installment in the Honkai series, will be showcased at gamescom 2026, welcoming attendees into a town where humans and Anima share a life shaped by bonds. Inspired by the game’s vibrant, nature-inspired world, the booth will feature immersive scenic design, playful signs of Anima life throughout the townscape, and a giant Umpurrella installation. Following the game’s recent multi-platform “Evolution Test,” gamescom visitors will have a special opportunity to experience Honkai: Nexus Anima on-site and try core gameplay features such as Anima collecting, world exploration, and Nexus Battles. By taking part in activities across the booth, players will also have the chance to receive a variety of official limited-edition Anima-themed giveaways as a memento of their wondrous journey.

Petit Planet, HoYoverse’s first cozy galactic life sim, is set to make its international exhibition debut at gamescom in Hall 6, where it will showcase its latest content under the theme “Connect the Vibe.” Designed around the game’s enchanting Starsea, the booth will offer visitors an immersive hands-on PC demo. Stepping into the role of a Planet Tender, players can discover life on a planet of their very own, spending leisurely moments with their fuzzy Neighbors as they farm, build, explore the Starsea, and socialize. Those who complete the demo and take part in the on-site activities can also take home a selection of exclusive gifts. The ever-popular Starsea racer and Neighbor, Elsasani, will be on-site for special meet-and-greets. Meanwhile, Oumuamua will be wandering the venue, handing out warm hugs and inviting everyone to experience the wholesome warmth from the Starsea.

At the Genshin Impact Snezhnaya-themed exhibition area, Travelers are invited to explore the highly anticipated new major region. Featuring recreations of Snezhnaya’s iconic railway system and its Statue of The Seven, the booth immerses visitors in this frost-bound world. Visitors can experience the latest in-game content, put their knowledge of Snezhnaya to the test, share highlights from the event using #SnezhnayaGC2026, and take part in a variety of activities for the chance to receive exclusive merchandise, including Snezhnaya-themed magnets, badges, and more.

In addition to the recent launch of Honkai: Star Rail’s Version 4.4 update on July 15, Trailblazers can look forward to a space fantasy offline experience at gamescom 2026. The Planarcadia-themed booth will evoke memories of this Elation-filled arcadia and the Phantasmoon Games. The booth features a giant Phantasmoon hanging overhead, wispae and imagenae scattered all around, and the furbo journalists fans know and love. Pom-Pom, our beloved conductor of the Astral Express, alongside a cast of skilled cosplayers, will grace the booth and engage with all visitors as well. Additionally, attendees can enjoy a variety of fun Planarcadia-themed activities, as well as explore a wide range of purchasable merchandise.

Zenless Zone Zero, the urban fantasy ARPG that just celebrated its second anniversary, is bringing an immersive urban experience to visitors at gamescom. At the booth, the iconic Bangboo floating drone Eous will be the first to catch your eye, greeting every visitor with open arms. In addition to experiencing exciting game content, attendees can enjoy a Zenless Zone Zero EP vinyl listening session, a Bangboo-themed wall, photo ops with massive Zenless Zone Zero posters, and opportunities to interact and take photos with popular cosplayers. A dedicated interactive area will also feature cosplayer runway shows, competitive challenges, and trivia quizzes, with surprise appearances from mystery guests. On top of all that, exclusive goodies have been prepared for our Proxies, including card holders, holographic tickets, and button badges. A spending event will be taking place at the merch area, and limited-edition mystery bags will also be available for purchase.

HoYoverse looks forward to creating unforgettable experiences and joyful moments for fans and players at Hall 6.1, Booth B030 from August 26 to 30, and warmly invites business partners to visit Booth B051 in Hall 4.2 for professional discussion. The booth setup and construction are made possible by the generous support of Antom (Ant International) and UGREEN, with hardware provided and powered by NVIDIA GeForce RTX and iBUYPOWER. For more information, please visit the HoYoverse official website as well as the official websites and social media channels of each respective title.