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HoYoverse announced during their version 2.4 livestream on July 19, 2024, that Honkai Star Rail and Fate/Stay Night Unlimited Blade Works will have a collaboration scheduled to launch in 2025. The collab promises to merge the vast cosmic adventure of Honkai: Star Rail with the rich lore and beloved characters of the Fate/Stay Night universe.
David Jiang, producer of Honkai Star Rail, has previously mentioned being a long-time fan of Kinoko Nasu, the creator of the Fate universe. Jiang stated that Fate/Stay Night has had a profound influence on him since childhood. Observant players of Honkai Star Rail may have noticed numerous references to the Unlimited Blade Works anime within the game, making this crossover a logical step for both properties.
While official details about the collaboration remain limited, fans are eager for more information. Interestingly, on July 18, a day before the official announcement, a leaker on Chinese forums predicted the collaboration. The same leaker has made additional claims about the scope of the project, suggesting it will introduce a new planet, characters, skins, and Light Cones to Honkai Star Rail.
As the Honkai Star Rail and Fate/Stay Night Unlimited Blade Works collaboration develops, fans of both franchises await further official announcements with great anticipation, while also tempering their expectations given the early nature of these leaks. HoYoverse has been actively partnering with various brands and properties to expand their game’s appeal. A recent collaboration showcased the company’s commitment to bringing fresh and exciting content to their player base.
