Space fantasy RPG "Honkai: Star Rail" just launched on PlayStation 5 (PS5) alongside its version 1.4 update, "Jolted Awake from a Winter Dream."
According to HoYoverse, this momentous occasion offers Honkai Star Rail players the chance to experience their interstellar journey on the PS5 console, immersing themselves in captivating stories and exceptional gameplay.
Honkai: Star Rail is now available on PS5
The creative and development teams of Honkai Star Rail have greatly benefited from the exceptional hardware capabilities of PS5, making it an ideal platform for players on their cosmic journey. The console effortlessly achieves native 4K resolution, which immerses players in the captivating alien landscapes.
Moreover, the game effectively utilizes the robust performance of PS5 to provide improved visual effects for Trailblazers. The Alchemy Commission, which is one of the most representative locations in Xianzhou Luofu, is an excellent example of how the game seamlessly incorporates Volumetric Fog and high-quality water features, creating a lifelike representation with intricate layers of level design. The varying wavelengths produce authentic motion and reflections, making it an exceptional visual experience.
Apart from the visual upgrades, the PS5's remarkable SSD performance guarantees quick file loading, leading to more uninterrupted and seamless gameplay. Along with these enhancements in the PS5 engine, the Honkai Star Rail team is dedicated to augmenting the player experience by creating new content and optimizing existing elements through regular content updates in the long run.
Honkai: Star Rail Version 1.4 Update
In the new patch, Jingliu, Topaz & Numby, and Guinaifen join the team as playable characters for the first time. Trailblazers are also introduced to Aetherium Wars, the universe's leading video game brand.
Further, Honkai Star Rail has launched a new in-game event, set on Jarlio VI, the "Interastral Tournament Festival," inviting players to explore the world of Aetherium Wars. In this digital world, players can collect and nurture their own Aether Spirits, digital companions that can be trained and developed into powerful combat allies. As the festival unfolds, players from different corners of the universe will come together to participate in Aetherium Wars, forging new friendships and experiencing exciting adventures.
Besides being available on PC, iOS, and Android platforms, Honkai Star Rail is now also playable on PlayStation 5 as of October 11th, with version 1.4 update. With cross-save and cross-play features, the multi-platform integration provides an effortless transfer of progress and allows playing with other gamers on different platforms without any interruptions.