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

miHoYo's next title, following the success of Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, and Zenless Zone Zero, is generating considerable buzz, though perhaps not in the way many anticipated. Initial speculation ranged from an Animal Crossing-esque survival game (later seemingly confirmed by leaks) to a sprawling RPG in the vein of Baldur's Gate 3.

Recent rumors and job postings, however, suggest a different direction entirely. Instead of a standalone title, miHoYo's newest project appears to be a Honkai-universe expansion. Key details emerging from these sources include:

• Open World Setting: The game will unfold in a vibrant coastal town serving as a hub for interdimensional activity.
• Spirit Collection and Development: Players will gather and nurture spirits from various dimensions, employing a system reminiscent of Pokémon, complete with evolution and team-building mechanics for strategic battles.
• Unique Mobility: Spirits will grant players unique traversal options, including flight and surfing capabilities.
• Auto Battler/Auto Chess Genre: The core gameplay loop will revolve around the auto-battler or auto-chess genre.

This unexpected fusion of Pokémon, Baldur's Gate 3’s scope, and the established Honkai universe presents a fascinating, albeit unpredictable, prospect. The development timeline remains uncertain, but the project promises a novel approach to familiar mechanics, enriching the Honkai lore in surprising ways.