Summary
According to a recent leak,Genshin Impactcould be getting a spin-off title inspired byAnimal Crossing, as HoYoverse continues to grow its franchises. BetweenHonkai: Star RailandZenless Zone Zero, it’s clear that HoYoverse isn’t one to rest on its laurels after the overwhelming success ofGenshin Impact. As seen from the many Flagship Events inGenshin Impact, the developers are interested in fiddling with a lot of different genres.
Some of these minigames have eventually spawned permanent content inGenshin Impact, with the most recent example being the Repertoire of Myriad Melodies. However, there exists a more ambitious spark at HoYoverse, as the company recently unveiled anewHonkaititle inspired byPokemon. While the teaser did not reveal the new game’s name, HoYoverse told its fans to “stay tuned” for more information.
In a similar vein, there are rumors circulating in theGenshin Impactcommunity that a spin-off title is being developed by HoYoverse, seeminglyinspired by Nintendo’sAnimal Crossing. This information has beenshared by both hxg_diluc and Seele Leaks, which further adds to its legitimacy. The leak also provided “Genshin Impact: Thousand Stars Domain” and “Genshin: Thousand Planets” as potential names for the new title.
HoYoverse Could Be Making a Genshin Impact Game Inspired by Animal Crossing
It should be noted that theAnimal Crossingproject could be a different game entirely, as earlier leaks point towards the project having “Astaweave Haven” as its title. However, given the timeline of the rumors, there is a strong possibility that this new project will indeed take place in theGenshnin Impactuniverse. As a concept, the genre could allowdifferentGenshin Impactcharactersto shine, especially NPCs and lore figures such as Enjou, Jeht, or Xbalanque. Players should temper their expectations, as it may likely be years until the project comes to fruition.
The project could end up being a valuable addition to HoYoverse’s portfolio of games, especially given the popularity thatGenshin Impactaccumulated over the years. Teyvat is a beloved setting, andGenshin Impactshows no signs of slowing down as it sets the stage for Nod-Krai, a region that will almost entirely focus on tying up loose ends. While players haven’t been too happy with the wayGenshin Impacthandled map expansions in Natlan, the community remains excited to see Skirk, Dahlia, and Mare Jivari. Unfortunately, fans will have to wait until Version 5.8 for Mare Jivari, but Skirk and Dahlia should be available when Version 5.7 launches on June 20, 2025.
