Honkai Star Rail 3.5 livestream schedule and what to expect
Currently, with the second phase of version 3.4 in progress for Honkai Star Rail, the whole world of Trailblazer has quickly switched its interest to the 'what next.' The highly anticipated version 3.5 livestream is just around the corner; if HoYoverse plays its old game, then August 1, 2025, should be the date of broadcast.
This upcoming broadcast will definitely not be any promotional video. It is rather huge, a special program offering an early glimpse of what they have planned for the next patch. For new characters and limited-time events, let's get into what we know (and guess about) the Honkai Star Rail 3.5 livestream.
Livestream Timely Expectation
With an unwavering commitment to its fast-paced updates, HoYoverse has so far maintained great consistency, running livestreams usually about a week prior to the patch release.
Now, with phase two of 3.4 having just kicked in, fans can reasonably expect to see the 3.5 stream drop on August 1 in line with the pre-patch reveal schedule of the company.
Although the very time of the livestream is yet to be officially confirmed, the previous records considered were:
7:30 PM CST (China Standard Time)
1:30 PM CEST (Central European Summer Time)
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New Characters:
Hysilens and Cerydra
Take the Spotlight
Arguably, the biggest pull toward 3.5 iteration is the arrival of two dearly awaited 5-star characters-Hysilens and Cerydra. While HoYoverse is still keeping their full kits locked away, some speculations and product teases have suggested the following:
Hysilens could be fun to play as a support-DPS combo, perhaps abusing high-speed mechanics or elemental debuffs.
Cerydra looks to be a huge AoE damage dealer with some crowd control, leading to comparisons with Kafka from earlier leaks.
The livestream may feature:
Skill showcases + animation
Voice actor reveals + lore tidbits
Team synergy, builds, etc
Beyond Characters: What Else to Expect
In its formative stages, 3.5 promises to be something much bigger than a mere banner refresh. Going by HoYoverse's typical rolling content pattern, the livestream is likely to include:
Official Trailer
: A cinematic introduction that will provide a glimpse into the narrative and themes of 3.5, with possible hints at a major conflict or a newly unlocked region.
New Trailblaze Mission
: Continues the main storyline, probably with new characters and bosses.
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Events Preview:
Limited-time Fallout.
In-game mini-games.
Exclusive 4 stars and their Light Cones.
The usual three livestream codes will drop Stellar Jades, credits, and ascension materials.
For long-time players and newbies alike, 3.5 might mark the start of an entirely new narrative arc or region expansion. With the back-to-back release of highly sought-after characters, HoYoverse seems to be upping their content creation against other major gacha titles.
To sum it up, the livestream is going to lay out the roadmap for where the game heads next. And, with the hype around Hysilens and Cerydra quickly building, all eyes are now on August 1. Stay tuned, Trailblazers. The stars are aligning.
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