HoYoverse has unveiled details for Honkai: Star Rail’s Version 2.4 update, titled "Finest Duel Under the Pristine Blue," launching July 31st. This update is jam-packed with new content, so let's explore what awaits.
What's New in Honkai: Star Rail Version 2.4?
The Astral Express journeys to a new map: The Shackling Prison in Xianzhou Luofu, allowing exploration of Xueyi and Hanya's workplaces.
Two new characters debut: the 5-star Destruction unit Yunli (arriving July 31st) and the 5-star Nihility unit Jiaoqiu (arriving August 21st). Fan favorites Sparkle and Huohuo also return.
Phase 1 (July 31st) introduces Yunli, alongside Huohuo, Lynx, Yukong, and Hanya. Phase 2 (August 21st) features Jiaoqiu, Sparkle, Arlan, Guinaifen, and Hook.
Two new 5-star Light Cones arrive: Yunli's signature, "Dance at Sunset" (Destruction path), in Phase 1; and Jiaoqiu's signature, "Those Many Springs" (Nihility path), in Phase 2. Huohuo's "Night of Fright" and Sparkle's "Earthly Escapade" Light Cones also make a comeback.
Check out the official trailer below!
Tons of Events and Features!
Version 2.4 includes a new Trailblaze Continuance Mission, the Xianzhou Luofu area (The Shackling Prison), and Yunli's Companion Mission. The "Gift of Odyssey" check-in event rewards players with 10 Special Star Rail Passes.
The "Saga of Primaveral Blade" event lets you train March 7th with Yanqing and Yunli for a duel against the IPC's Scott. Rewards include Stellar Jade, Self-Modeling Resin, a new chat box style, Tracks of Destiny, and March 7th's Eidolon.
Additional events like "Garden of Plenty" and "Planar Fissure" offer double drops for Golden and Crimson Calyx and Planar Ornaments. Download the game from the Google Play Store to participate.
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