It is a brilliant, highly localized twist that pulls players out of the intense competitive grind of the gorge and dropping them straight into the bustling atmosphere of a midnight night market.

In this cosmic culinary detour, heroes Erin, Dun, and Alessio find themselves transformed into interstellar ambassadors for the region’s most iconic food stalls.

Collectively known as the Cosmic Cravings series, this lineup reimagines their armor, weapons, and visual effects through the lens of beloved regional delicacies, turning everyday comfort food into a full-blown cosmic aesthetic.

Honor of Kings Cosmic Cravings skins release date and availability

The Honor of Kings Cosmic Cravings skins were released on Thursday, July 2, 2026, as part of a limited-time event running through Wednesday, September 9, 2026.

Unlike a straight cash-shop drop, the collection leans heavily on free-to-earn mechanics, so players who don’t want to spend can still walk away with most of the lineup.

Both Dun and Erin’s Cosmic Cravings skins are tradable and can be listed on the in-game marketplace once unlocked.

The Wish Event runs on Wish Tokens or Vouchers, and players can earn up to 12 free wishes throughout the event window via daily missions.

Because the Honor of Kings Cosmic Cravings skins are tied to ongoing missions rather than a single purchase, players have the full two-month window to grind out tile flips and log-in streaks before the event closes in September.

The dishes behind the Honor of Kings Cosmic Cravings skins

Each Honor of Kings Cosmic Cravings skin is a tribute to an actual, beloved dish from Southeast Asia.

Erin – Cosmic Cravings: Zest takes its cue from halo-halo, the Philippines’ iconic shaved-ice dessert. The name literally means “mix-mix” in Filipino, and that’s exactly the point — crushed ice loaded with sweetened beans, jellies, fruit preserves, leche flan, and a scoop of ube ice cream, all topped and folded together before eating.

It’s a dish built for the tropical heat, and Erin’s skin channels that same riot of color and texture that captures the refreshing spirit of the beloved treat.

Dun – Cosmic Cravings: Sear is drawn from nasi kuning, the turmeric-yellow rice dish eaten across Indonesia and much of maritime Southeast Asia.

Traditionally steamed with turmeric, coconut milk, and aromatics like lemongrass and pandan, nasi kuning is a celebratory food. It is present at birthdays, ceremonies, and family gatherings, often molded into a cone (tumpeng) and surrounded by side dishes.

Alessio – Cosmic Cravings: Fizz is inspired by kedondong asam boi, inspired by a beloved Malaysian staple: a vibrant juice that pairs the tart, refreshing crunch of kedondong (ambarella fruit) with the sharp, salty-sweet kick of asam boi (preserved dried plum).

Sold as juice, pickled snacks, or fruit slices dusted in plum powder, it’s the kind of sour-sweet pick-me-up found at roadside stalls on a hot afternoon.

A nod to the Malaysian treat, Alessio’s skin shows a playful mix of sweet, sour, and refreshing visual effects.

The Honor of Kings Cosmic Cravings skins are more than a costume change

Beyond the three headline skins, the Honor of Kings Cosmic Cravings event adds a layer of themed content across the game:

• Recall effects inspired by each hero’s signature dish
• Unique visual effects reflecting the flavors and personalities behind every dish
• A nostalgic, city pop-inspired soundtrack running through the event
• A dedicated Cosmic Cravings H5 experience featuring a “Soul Taste Test” that assigns players a Food Persona and lets them join Erin, Dun, and Alessio on a journey to collect exclusive badges

TiMi and Level Infinite have framed the Honor of Kings Cosmic Cravings skins as more than a cosmetics drop, celebrating “individuality, cultural pride and the shared experiences that bring communities together across Southeast Asia” through food, which has long served as one of the region’s strongest cultural throughlines.

Whether players are chasing the full set for the aesthetic or just curious to see their Food Persona, the Honor of Kings Cosmic Cravings skins offer a cosmetic event that’s as much about culture as it is about collection.

With the Mid-Season Invitational 2026 now underway, Riot Games says it is satisfied with the current state of the meta, citing healthy champion diversity across multiple roles and classes.

The developers noted that recent nerfs to several dominant bot lane picks have also led to more mage champions appearing in the role.

While Riot does not consider mage bot lanes to be problematic overall, it acknowledged ongoing discussions around their true power level, particularly when they maintain high solo queue win rates.

That said, Seraphine is receiving a nerf after consistently overperforming in solo queue, though Riot stressed that evaluating mage bot lanes is more nuanced, and depends on factors such as champion pairings and player familiarity with the matchup.

LoL patch 26.14 notes

Champion buffs

Champion nerfs

Locke

Locke has had a strong launch, with players responding well to his execute mechanics, resets, and stack-based burst gameplay, Riot Phroxzon shared.

According to the developers, he has a higher skill ceiling similar to champions like Katarina and Akshan, though they do not believe the gap between experienced and inexperienced players is excessive.

Despite that, Riot says Locke is currently overtuned when accounting for player mastery and his overall power level. His ability to snowball games early is considered too strong.

Rather than reducing his damage, the balance team believes his damage output is appropriate if it is harder to access. As a result, this patch targets his wave clear to make it more difficult for Locke to consistently reach his burst potential.

The developers acknowledged that some players find his damage frustrating to play against, but they believe champions should retain distinct strengths and want to preserve that aspect of Locke’s identity.

Champion adjustments

• Nasus (jungle nerf, top buff)

System buffs

• Blue buff

System nerfs

Hextech Rocketbelt has become one of the strongest mage items at higher levels of play, particularly for immobile champions.

Riot said it supports this type of build innovation, but believes the item currently provides too much versatility by removing a key weakness of immobile mages—their vulnerability to being caught. The item is being nerfed to require a greater trade-off.

The patch also includes a nerf to the mid-lane boots upgrade for Gluttonous Greaves.

While the upgrade has created interesting lane interactions, such as against top-lane Riven, Riot says it has become the highest-performing boot option in those matchups while offering too little counterplay. The developers want to keep the strategic variety it brings but reduce its overall strength.

This free-to-play, multiplayer open-world mobile RPG game from Gameloft and Level Infinite lets you build an empire, custom-mod your fleet, and rule a living metropolis.

If you are ready to command the roads and execute cooperative heists with friends, here is how to secure your entry.

What is Gangstar Mirage City?

Gangstar Mirage City is an open-world action RPG developed under Gameloft’s license and published by Level Infinite. It’s the newest entry in the long-running Gangstar series, following titles such as Gangstar Vegas, Gangstar New York, and Gangstar New Orleans.

The game drops players into Mirage City, a massive, crime-ridden metropolis where reputation, territory, and money determine your rise from small-time hustler to criminal kingpin.

It leans heavily into multiplayer, offering cooperative heists, PvP shootouts, and high-speed street races alongside a single-player campaign full of cinematic story missions.

Gangstar Mirage City factions

Gangstar Mirage City centers its identity around four rival factions that players can align with:

• O-Rage
• The Ghosts
• The Family
• Jersey Boyz

Players start by customizing their own character’s face, hair, clothing, tattoos, and scars before diving into the criminal underworld.

From there, progression is built around completing missions, capturing territory from rival gangs, running underground businesses, and building a collection of cars, weapons, and property, all while choosing a faction to represent.

How to pre-register for Gangstar Mirage City

The Gangstar Mirage City pre-registration process is easy and can be done from your phone or a browser. Follow the steps below to get signed up and lock in your rewards:

1. Head to the Gangstar Mirage City page on the Google Play Store, or visit the official pre-registration website.
2. Tap or click the Pre-register button.
3. Log in using a valid email address, or sign in with your Google, Facebook, or Apple account.
4. Agree to the terms and conditions to confirm your Gangstar Mirage City pre-registration.
   • Optional: lock in your faction choice on the official website to claim faction-specific rewards later.

Make sure to use the same account or email at launch that you used to pre-register. Logging in with a different account at release won’t carry over your Gangstar Mirage City pre-registration rewards.

Gangstar Mirage City pre-registration rewards

Pre-registration rewards in Gangstar Mirage City unlock in stages based on total sign-up milestones.

Players have until Thursday, September 18, 2026, to claim their avatar and faction prizes from the official website’s rewards section.

Gangstar Mirage City release date

Gangstar Mirage City launches on Android devices on Thursday, August 20, 2026, with the pre-registration window closing onTuesday, August 18, 2026.

The initial rollout covers select regions, including Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and North Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia, with a wider global release expected to follow.

An iOS version has been confirmed as coming, but Gameloft and Level Infinite have not yet announced a release date for Apple devices as of writing.

She vanished during her confrontation with Lord Ravager Asat Pramad, leaving behind a hidden clue tied to the Express. As the Trailblazer tracks it down, Asat Pramad’s obsession with Himeko’s identity and the truth from 15 years ago begins to reveal his true motive.

With Planarcadia’s survival on the line, the update builds toward a decisive battle between the Trailblazer and Asat Pramad.

Honkai Star Rail 4.4 release date

Honkai Star Rail 4.4 releases on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

Honkai Star Rail 4.4 livestream codes

Click here to redeem Honkai Star Rail codes.

Honkai Star Rail 4.4 banners: Complete list of characters

Phase 1 banners

Himeko returns to the battlefield in a brand-new form as Himeko Nova, stepping in as a 5-star Fire character on the Path of Erudition.

Her combat kit is built around deploying mech support from the very start. Himeko Nova’s Ultimate leads her teammates to pilot the mech Starblazer, unleashing a coordinated attack on enemies.

From there, deploying her Territory grants all teammates an Assist Skill, letting them summon Starblazer on demand to strike every enemy on the field. Teammates who are part of the Express Crew gain additional bonus effects on top of that, rewarding players who build around her signature crew.

Himeko Nova’s banner runs for the entire version 4.4 update, from Wednesday, July 15, 2026, to Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

The other 5-star banners in Phase 1 run for the first three weeks of the patch, from Wednesday, July 15, 2026, to Wednesday, August 5, 2026.

Phase 2 banners

Version 4.4 Phase 2 runs from Wednesday, August 5, 2026, for three weeks until Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

Fate/stay night Unlimited Blade Works collaboration banners

The second phase of the Fate/stay night Unlimited Blade Works collaboration brings two new playable characters into Planarcadia — Rin Tohsaka and Gilgamesh.

After the Fifth Holy Grail War ends, Rin finds herself stranded in Planarcadia when her magical energy runs out. Desperate to return home, she borrows the Holy Grail from the Star Rail FEST showcase and attempts to summon a Servant, inadvertently restoring the Grail’s power and scattering Gilgamesh’s treasures across the arcadia in the process.

Rin joins the roster as a 5-star Quantum character on the Path of Erudition, built around a resource called “Gem Energy.”

During battle, she gains Gem Energy and consumes it to deal multiple instances of bonus damage to a random enemy — the more she spends, the more instances she deals. Whenever teammates use or restore Skill Points, she gains even more Gem Energy while also boosting her own crit dmg.

Gilgamesh arrives as a 5-star Lightning character on the Path of Destruction, and his kit revolves around a mechanic called “Interest.”

Every time an ally takes action, Gilgamesh accumulates Interest, regenerates Energy, and increases his Ultimate’s damage. Once Interest hits its threshold, he unleashes Gate of Babylon, firing a barrage of weapons at enemies. His Ultimate, Enuma Elish, deals massive damage to all enemies on the field.

The Fate/stay night Unlimited Blade Works collaboration banners are available long-term, starting July 24, 2026.

Honkai Star Rail 4.4 new Light Cones

• A Star That Lights the Night (5-star)
• Flickering Stars (5-star)
• I Am As You Behold (5-star)

A Star That Lights the Night is Himeko Nova’s best-in-slot Light Cone.

Sparxie skin in Honkai Star Rail 4.4

Alongside her banner return, Sparxie is getting a new outfit called “Candy-Coated Waves” in version 4.4, giving Trailblazers a fresh way to customize her look on top of her existing kit.

The update also adds a new pet, “Pentaflavor Emoti,” and a new Trailblaze Fashion set called “Fan-Made Lygus,” rounding out the cosmetic additions for this patch.

How to get Gilgamesh for free in Honkai Star Rail 4.4

Trailblazers won’t have to pull for Gilgamesh to add him to their roster. Starting July 24, 2026, until version 4.6 ends, players can log into the game and claim either Gilgamesh or Archer as one of the free limited 5-star collaboration characters — no Warps required.

Along with the character itself, players will also receive a portion of the corresponding ascension and upgrade materials needed to level them up, making it easier to get either Servant combat-ready right away.

Since the guarantee counts are shared across both phases of the Collaboration Character Warps, any pulls made toward Gilgamesh or Archer will also carry over if Trailblazers decide to pull for the other collaboration characters later on.

How to get Gilgamesh’s Light Cone for free in Honkai Star Rail

Getting Gilgamesh’s signature Light Cone will take a bit more effort than claiming the character himself.

Trailblazers need to spend a total of 200 Star Rail Special Passes during version 4.4 to unlock the option to choose one free limited 5-star collaboration Light Cone — either “I Am As You Behold” or “The Hell Where Ideals Burn” — once the collaboration goes live on July 24, 2026.

As with the characters, the guarantee counts for the Collaboration Light Cone Warps are shared between both phases of the collaboration, so any progress made toward the 200-pass threshold isn’t wasted even if players choose to spend it during a later phase.

Honkai Star Rail 4.4’s story

Planarcadia’s 15 years of peace finally shatter in Honkai Star Rail version 4.4, as the true face of Lord Ravager Asat Pramad comes to light.

At the end of the previous chapter, Asat Pramad dropped his disguise to reveal his true self, plunging Planarcadia back into conflict after over a decade of calm. In the chaos that follows, Himeko vanishes during her confrontation with him — but not without leaving behind a hidden clue tied to the Express for the Trailblazer to find.

Tracking down and deciphering that clue becomes the Trailblazer’s central mission in this update, as every trail left behind points toward something Himeko never spoke of before her disappearance.

Asat Pramad’s fixation on Himeko doesn’t appear to be random, either. His obsession with her identity, paired with a buried truth from 15 years ago, may be the very thing driving his motives and the key to understanding why he’s chosen to reveal himself now.

Whether the Trailblazer can piece together the clues in time remains uncertain. Still, one thing is clear: the search for Himeko is set to end in a battle against Asat Pramad, with Planarcadia’s survival hanging in the balance.

Honkai Star Rail 4.4 events

Beyond the main storyline, Honkai Star Rail version 4.4 also rolls out a fresh batch of events tied to both the Fate collaboration and Planarcadia’s conflicts.

Fate/Star Rail Night

As the Fate/stay night Unlimited Blade Works collaboration story unfolds, the event “Fate/Star Rail Night” has players joining Rin Tohsaka on the hunt for Gilgamesh’s scattered treasures.

Working together, the Trailblazer and Rin gradually piece together the truth behind the mysterious Imagenae: Holy Grail War, uncovering how the King of Heroes’ treasures ended up spread across Planarcadia in the first place.

Antigraft Brickbuster

At Aventurine’s request, the Trailblazer takes on a new investigation into corruption within the IPC through the event “Antigraft Brickbuster.”

The gameplay revolves around stacking data bricks, with players sifting through evidence to expose wrongdoing inside the organization as the case unfolds.

Currency Wars: Zero-Sum Game

The permanent game mode “Currency Wars: Zero-Sum Game” also receives an expansion in this update, alongside additional system-wide optimizations to improve overall gameplay.

Organized as a special event within the international Puyo Puyo Global Ranking Series 2026, the tournament celebrates the growing overseas competitive scene by pairing VTubers from Lumina Project and Pixela Project with fans in a four-player team format.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Puyo Puyo VTuber Tournament, including its schedule, participating VTubers, and where to watch.

What is the Puyo Puyo VTuber Tournament?

The Puyo Puyo VTuber Tournament, officially titled the PGRS VLP Puyo Puyo VTuber Championship, is a special event held under the Puyo Puyo Global Ranking Series 2026.

PGRS 2026 serves as SEGA’s official international competitive circuit for Puyo Puyo, combining official tournaments and community events from around the world to help grow the game’s global esports scene.

Unlike traditional tournaments, this event places community participation front and center. Each of the eight teams will feature one Thai VTuber alongside three fans, with teams competing in a point-based tournament to determine the overall champion.

PGRS VLP Puyo Puyo VTuber Championship schedule

The tournament will take place over two days.

Each participating VTuber will stream the tournament live on their own YouTube channel, allowing fans to follow their favorite team’s perspective throughout the event.

Which VTubers are participating?

The Puyo Puyo VTuber Tournament features eight Thai VTubers from Lumina Project and Pixela Project.

The event will be hosted by Antolnette, while the competing VTubers are:

• T-Reina Ashyra
• Kumoku Tsururu
• Atlanteia Sireen
• Kryspeia Cosmelis
• Debirun
• Mild-R
• TAKOPERO
• Hanabi Lafy

T-Reina Ashyra is a Lumina Project gaming VTuber who regularly streams a mix of variety games and chatting, and has previously taken part in official PGRS livestreams.

Kumoku Tsururu is a member of Lumina Project’s World End generation, known primarily for gaming-focused streams and collaborations within the Thai VTuber scene.

Atlanteia Sireen is a Lumina Project multilingual VTuber who creates gaming, singing, ASMR, and roleplay content in Thai, English, and Chinese, making her one of the more internationally accessible participants.

Kryspeia Cosmelis is known for variety streaming and interactive broadcasts, with a growing audience across Thailand’s VTuber community.

Debirun is another member of Lumina Project’s World End generation, focusing primarily on gaming streams and community engagement.

Mild-R regularly produces gaming and variety livestreams while collaborating with fellow Lumina Project creators.

TAKOPERO is a long-running Thai VTuber from Pixela Project, recognized for energetic gaming content and an established presence within the agency.

Hanabi Lafy is a Pixela Project fairy-themed VTuber who creates gaming and variety content and debuted as part of the agency’s Pixela Isekai generation.

How to watch the Puyo Puyo VTuber Tournament

Fans can catch every match of the Puyo Puyo VTuber Tournament by tuning into the participating VTubers’ individual YouTube channels, with each creator broadcasting their own team’s journey throughout the championship.

With official PGRS points on the line and fan-player teams taking center stage, the event offers a different take on competitive Puyo Puyo by putting community collaboration at the heart of the tournament.

About Lumina Project and Pixela Project

Founded in 2024, Lumina Project is a Thailand-based virtual talent agency operating under the VirtUp platform. The agency focuses on gaming, livestreaming, merchandise, and multimedia projects while promoting a new generation of Thai virtual creators.

Meanwhile, Pixela Project, established in 2021, is one of Thailand’s best-known VTuber agencies. Its talents blend Japanese VTuber-inspired aesthetics with Thai humor, culture, and storytelling, helping the group build a dedicated fanbase both locally and internationally.

Partnering with HoYoverse’s turn-based RPG, this all-new lineup of premium charging accessories is themed around Yao Guang, and offers an exclusive collector’s gift box packed with character merchandise.

Designed for players who are constantly on the move, the Honkai Star Rail x UGREEN collection blends practical everyday charging solutions with limited-edition artwork and packaging, making it as appealing for collectors as it is for anyone looking to upgrade their travel tech.

Following the Kinich collection, UGREEN expands its HoYoverse partnership

This isn’t UGREEN’s first collaboration with HoYoverse.

Back on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, the company launched its first co-branded collection with Genshin Impact, featuring Natlan’s Kinich and his companion Ajaw under the “Power Up, Game On” campaign.

The collection included a 20,000mAh Nexode Power Bank, a 65W GaN charger, a Qi2-compatible MagFlow wireless charger and a 100W USB-C cable, all redesigned with Kinich-inspired artwork.

Collectors could also get a Kinich-themed gift box that included exclusive merchandise such as acrylic display pieces, a lanyard, a magnet and other limited collectibles, making it one of UGREEN’s most popular crossover releases.

The new Honkai Star Rail x UGREEN collaboration builds on that formula—and goes even further.

Instead of four products, the latest collection expands to five devices, introduces an entirely new smart tracker, refreshes the packaging around Yao Guang’s aesthetic, and includes an even broader selection of collector’s merchandise.

Honkai Star Rail x UGREEN is built around Yao Guang

For this collection, UGREEN chose Yao Guang as the face of the lineup, incorporating the character’s strategic personality throughout the product designs, packaging and promotional materials.

Rather than simply applying themed artwork onto existing accessories, UGREEN positions the collection as a complete charging ecosystem for Trailblazers who regularly travel, game on mobile devices or carry multiple gadgets throughout the day.

What’s included in the Honkai Star Rail x UGREEN collection?

The Honkai Star Rail x UGREEN collection consists of five themed products, each featuring exclusive Yao Guang-inspired designs:

UGREEN MagFlow Air Magnetic Power Bank Honkai Star Rail Edition

The magnetic power bank features a slim 13.9mm design while supporting 15W wireless magnetic charging.

It also includes an integrated USB-C cable capable of 30W two-way fast charging, allowing users to recharge the power bank while simultaneously charging another device.

UGREEN has also equipped it with its Thermal Guard smart temperature management system alongside 13 layers of safety protection.

UGREEN Nexode 65W Air Charger Honkai Star Rail Edition

Despite its compact size, the charger delivers up to 65W GaN fast charging.

It automatically detects connected devices and intelligently distributes power, while Thermal Guard technology and nine layers of protection help keep charging temperatures under control.

UGREEN Nexode Retractable USB-C Cable Honkai Star Rail Edition

The retractable USB-C cable supports up to 100W fast charging together with high-speed data transfer.

An integrated E-marker chip automatically negotiates charging speeds with compatible devices to prevent overloading, while the retractable design makes it easier to carry and store.

UGREEN FineTrack Mini 2 Honkai Star Rail Edition

One of the biggest additions compared to the previous Genshin collection is the inclusion of a smart tracker.

The FineTrack Mini 2 integrates with Apple’s Find My network, allowing users to locate misplaced items, receive separation alerts and share tracking access with others. It also features a 110dB alarm, IP68 water and dust resistance, and long battery life.

UGREEN Nexode Pro Power Bank Honkai Star Rail Edition

The flagship accessory in the lineup is a new 10,000mAh Nexode Pro Power Bank.

It supports up to 45W or 55W single-port fast charging depending on the connected device, 35W self-charging and simultaneous charging for up to three devices.

A built-in smart display shows remaining battery percentage, charging speed and power output in real time, while Thermal Guard technology and a 14-layer protection system are designed to keep performance stable during heavy use.

One important note for collectors: although the Nexode Pro Power Bank is part of the Honkai Star Rail x UGREEN lineup, it is not included inside the collector’s gift box. Product availability may also differ depending on region.

The collector’s gift box includes exclusive merchandise

Beyond the charging accessories, the Honkai Star Rail x UGREEN collaboration also includes a range of exclusive collectibles.

Fans purchasing the gift box can expect:

• Chibi acrylic character stand
• Transparent card
• Character badge
• Holographic ticket
• Lanyard
• Storage pouch

Everything arrives in custom Yao Guang-themed packaging, giving the entire set a consistent collector’s presentation rather than simply bundling separate products together.

Where to buy the Honkai Star Rail x UGREEN collection

The Honkai Star Rail x UGREEN collection is available online now on the official UGREEN store, and will gradually roll out across online stores and physical retail partners worldwide.

Regional availability will differ, so fans should check their local UGREEN storefronts for launch timing and product availability.

The Light and Night dailies system is more layered than it first appears. There’s a checklist to work through, weekly tasks that sneak into the mix, and a points target to hit before the daily reset.

If you’re consistent in doing it, you’re looking at a steady stream of Ursa Minor Tokens and material that compounds over time.

This guide about the Light and Night daily quests breaks the whole thing down from the ground up, so you know what to do and how to make it part of your daily routine.

What are Light and Night dailies?

If you’re new to the game, Light and Night daily quests are one of the first systems you’ll want to get familiar with. They’re a set of tasks you complete each day to earn rewards and keep your account progressing steadily. Once you get the hang of them, they don’t take long at all.

Each day, you can earn up to 120 Ursa Minor Tokens through your dailies, split across three activities.

Alongside Ursa Minor Tokens, you’ll also collect crafting materials that are essential for leveling up cards and growing your account over time.

Understanding the Light and Night daily points system

Before diving into the task list, it helps to understand what you’re working toward each day.

Light and Night has a daily points system that tracks your activity and rewards you for staying consistent. Your goal every day is to reach 100 daily points.

Each task on your Light and Night daily quests list contributes a set number of points, and completing the full checklist is designed to get you right to that 100-point mark.

Hitting 100 points each day is important because it unlocks your full daily reward, including your share of 50 Ursa Minor Tokens from the Light and Night daily quests pool.

It is important to note that Light and Night daily quests double up as event daily tasks. This means that by simply working through your regular checklist, you’ll automatically make progress on limited-time events without needing to do extra work.

Light and Night daily quests: Core tasks to complete every day

The Light and Night daily quests list covers a range of activities across different parts of the game.

Here’s what you need to get done each day:

Weekly tasks that count toward Light and Night dailies

Two tasks in Light and Night dailies operate on a weekly cycle, but they still contribute to your overall daily points.

Constellation and Dream Tower are both weekly activities, meaning you won’t need to do them every single day. However, when you do complete them, the points they give count toward your daily progress.

But don’t save these for the last day of the week! Spreading them out or completing them early gives you a buffer on busier days when you might not have time to go through your full to-do list.

Daily routine: Habits to build alongside your Light and Night dailies

Following a Light and Night daily routine is about building consistent habits that compound over time. These aren’t always tracked as formal quests in your log, but skipping them means leaving rewards behind.

Exchange Globe Orbs and Apple Orbs

Each day, you’ll want to go to the Shopping Center to exchange Ursa Minor Tokens at the Academic Journey section, and separately, Stamina at the Gallery section. These two run on different currencies, so make sure you’re visiting both rather than assuming one covers the other.

Stamina in Light and Night

Stamina management is something beginners tend to overlook. Your stamina has a cap of 120, and anything earned beyond that goes to waste. If your stamina is close to expiring, use it up before it’s gone.

The good news is that a single day’s worth of stamina is generally enough to get through your daily stages, though some events may require a little more.

Log in for more than 20 minutes

Time spent in-game actually matters as a reward metric in Light and Night. Logging in for at least 20 minutes each day qualifies you for gameplay time rewards, but if you can stretch to an hour, you’ll earn the maximum amount.

Affection in Light and Night

Affection is a slower-burning progression system. Tapping the heart on your love interest’s WeChat profile earns you 30 Affection points each day, while responding to one of their Moment posts gives you an additional 50. Together that’s 80 Affection points daily.

Tips for maximizing your daily Ursas efficiently

Once you’ve got the hang of your daily tasks and routine, a few small adjustments to how you approach them can make a noticeable difference in how smoothly everything runs.

• Start with stamina-heavy tasks – Resource stages and River of Reflection both consume stamina, so it’s worth doing these first while your energy is full.
• Keep an eye on your stamina cap – As a beginner, it’s easy to forget that stamina doesn’t accumulate indefinitely. If you’re sitting close to 120 and not planning to play for a while, spend it down before you log off.
• Batch your Affection tasks together – The WeChat heart tap and the Moment post reply take less than a minute combined. Try to do them at the same time each day.
• Don’t underestimate the time reward – It’s one of the easier rewards to miss because it doesn’t feel like an active task. If you’re already going through your To-Do list, you’re likely spending close to 20 minutes in-game anyway.
• Log in every day, even on slow days – Missing a day doesn’t just cost you 120 Ursas but it can also break your rhythm on event tasks that require consecutive daily completions. Even a quick 10-minute session to knock out the basics is better than skipping entirely.

Called the “Evolution Test,” it gives players an early look at HoYoverse’s upcoming creature-collecting strategy adventure.

Registration is now live, and those who want a chance to participate will need to complete a recruitment survey before selections are made.

Honkai Nexus Anima beta test start date

The test begins on Thursday, July 9, 2026, and will be available across PC, iOS, and Android, making it one of the most accessible early builds for players eager to experience the game ahead of release.

How to sign up for the Honkai Nexus Anima beta test

To register for the Honkai Nexus Anima beta test, players must follow these steps:

1. Visit the official recruitment page:
   Honkai Nexus Anima official beta registration
2. Log into your HoYoverse account or create one if you haven’tl
3. Pre-register yourself, then complete the recruitment survey carefully
4. Submit your application before selections are finalized
5. Wait for confirmation if you are chosen for the Evolution Test

It’s important to note that only selected participants will be notified and granted access across PC, iOS, or Android depending on eligibility.

Honkai Nexus Anima beta test details: Evolution Test overview

The upcoming Honkai Nexus Anima beta test is a limited, free closed beta with full data wipes, meaning all progress will be reset after the test ends.

Players selected from the recruitment phase will gain access to expanded content including:

• New regions, including the starting town Iia
• Expanded story content and character introductions
• New Anima types and evolution systems
• Updated gameplay systems and overworld exploration features

The town of Iia serves as the starting hub, featuring areas like the New Quarter, Nexus Hall, and the True Nexus Building. These locations introduce key factions and narrative threads that shape the broader world.

New characters such as Nanafey, Bai Mei, and Olympia will also appear during the Evolution Test, each contributing to the unfolding storyline as players explore deeper into the world’s hidden truths.

What is Honkai Nexus Anima?

Developed by HoYoverse, Honkai Nexus Anima is a creature-collecting adventure strategy title set in a world built around the concept of “Nexus”—invisible bonds between paired forces such as Love and Hate, Light and Dark, and Reality and Illusion.

After a cataclysm known as the Sundering, these bonds were broken and scattered across the world as creatures called Anima.

Players take on the role of a plane-hopping traveler who escapes captivity and begins a journey to rebuild connections, form bonds with Anima, and uncover the truth behind their past.

Beyond battles, the game emphasizes exploration, storytelling, and companionship, including features like naming your Anima and capturing moments through in-game photography. Rare “Chromatic Anima” encounters are also teased as especially memorable discoveries during exploration.

Where Honkai Nexus Anima fits in HoYoverse’s growing lineup

The Honkai Nexus Anima beta test reflects a broader shift in how HoYoverse is expanding its portfolio beyond its established action-RPG identity.

In recent years, the studio has steadily experimented with different genres and gameplay structures, moving further into simulation and life-systems territory with projects like Petit Planet, alongside its flagship titles Genshin Impact, Honkai Star Rail, and Zenless Zone Zero.

The core loop of forming bonds with “Anima,” training them, and evolving them through exploration will inevitably draw comparisons to creature-collecting franchises like Pokémon.

While the tone, narrative framing, and Nexus-based lore system set it apart, the appeal of discovering, naming, and battling alongside companion creatures sits in familiar territory for fans of the genre.

That familiarity may be intentional. Rather than replacing what works, the Honkai Nexus Anima reworks the creature-collector formula through HoYoverse’s strengths: worldbuilding, character-driven storytelling, and long-term bonds between players and companions.

Ultimately, this Evolution Test is less about polish and more about feel—how this hybrid of narrative adventure and creature collection actually plays in practice. For HoYoverse fans and newcomers alike, it’s an early look at how far the studio can push the Honkai brand while still keeping its core identity intact.

The Ace Combat 8 Joker Flight Pack has officially been unveiled alongside a fresh look at the upcoming flight combat title, giving fans a closer look at its aircraft roster, gameplay additions and multiplayer ambitions.

Collectors will be particularly interested in the Premium Joker Flight Pack, which bundles together several physical and digital extras ahead of launch.

Developed as the next major entry in the long-running aerial combat franchise, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve aims to push the series forward with enhanced visuals, dynamic weather systems and an emotionally driven story centered on identity, duty and the fight to protect one’s homeland.

Ace Combat 8 release date and platforms

Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve launches on Friday, October 2, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam.

Early access is also planned, although Bandai Namco has yet to announce specific timings at the time of writing.

Ace Combat 8 pre-orders include Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War

Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is now available for pre-order in both Standard and Deluxe Editions.

Players who pre-order digitally will receive a copy of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War along with an unlocked playable F-14A aircraft available from launch.

Originally released in 2006, Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War remains one of the franchise’s most celebrated entries.

The game explored the origins of the Ace Combat universe and introduced the fan-favorite Ace Style system, which altered story outcomes and player reputation based on decisions made during missions.

What do you get when you buy the Ace Combat 8 Joker Flight Pack

Ace Combat 8 Joker Flight Pack Contents

For collectors, the Ace Combat 8 Joker Flight Pack is available exclusively through Bandai Namco’s online store.

The premium bundle includes all content from the Deluxe Edition, along with several physical collectibles designed for longtime fans of the franchise, including:

• Deluxe Edition of Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve
• The Vinyl Collection featuring two LP soundtrack records
• Official 200-page Aces at War History 2029 artbook
• Collectible slipcase
• Premium slipmat

The expanded contents make the Ace Combat 8 Joker Flight Pack the most comprehensive edition currently announced for the game, offering a mix of physical merchandise and digital content tied to the upcoming release.

What do you get in the Ace Combat 8 Premium Ace Pass

Bandai Namco also revealed the first-ever Premium Ace Pass for the series.

Available as a separate purchase and included through the Deluxe Edition’s Premium Ace Pass Plus Voucher, the seasonal progression system is designed to reward players with additional unlockables after launch.

The Premium Ace Pass immediately unlocks the first 30 Ace Pass levels, allowing players to claim the opening tiers of seasonal rewards without grinding through the early progression track.

Rewards available through the pass include:

• Exclusive aircraft skins
• Avatar costumes
• Additional cosmetic items
• The playable ADFX-02 MORGAN – PIXY aircraft

Challenge Coin available as a retail package bonus

Players who purchase the PlayStation 5 package edition will be eligible to receive an exclusive Challenge Coin with each limited early purchase of the game, while stocks last.

You’re advised to check with your nearest authorized retailer before purchase.

Ace Combat Online multiplayer mode brings pilots together

The game’s multiplayer component, known as Ace Combat Online, will allow players to create custom avatars and enter online lobbies as mercenary pilots.

The mode is designed to serve as a gathering place for fans around the world, supporting both cooperative and competitive gameplay experiences. Additional details on ACE COMBAT Online are expected to be shared closer to launch.

Ace Combat 8 campaign returns to Strangereal

At the heart of Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is what Bandai Namco describes as the series’ most cinematic campaign to date.

Set once again in the fictional world of Strangereal, the story unfolds during a devastating conflict that has left the Federation of Central Usea (FCU) occupied and its military forces scattered.

With their homeland on the brink of collapse, players step into the cockpit as Wings of Theve, a legendary ace pilot whose name has become synonymous with hope across the war-torn nation.

As the Republic of Sotoa launches a brutal invasion, the battle to reclaim the FCU becomes increasingly desperate. Players will lead the resistance alongside three allied pilots — Baxter, Tasha, and Coster — who collectively form the elite Joker Flight squadron.

Together, they face overwhelming odds in a campaign centered on identity, duty and survival.

New weapons and combat options in Ace Combat 8

A major addition in Ace Combat 8 is the ability to equip two different special weapons at the same time.

Every aircraft comes equipped with guided missiles and machine guns as standard armaments, allowing pilots to engage both aerial and ground targets.

This gives players greater flexibility in combat encounters, allowing them to adapt to changing battlefield conditions without being locked into a single tactical approach.

However, each special weapon carries limited ammunition, encouraging strategic use rather than constant deployment.

The developers have also introduced a new chain-destruction mechanic. In certain situations, wreckage from destroyed vehicles or aircraft can crash into nearby enemies, triggering additional explosions and destruction.

These chain reactions are more likely when larger vehicles break apart into substantial debris or when enemy aircraft are brought down with machine-gun fire, causing larger sections of the fuselage to remain intact as they fall.

Beyond these core weapons, players can customize their loadouts with special weapons tailored to different mission objectives.

Options include multi-target missile systems capable of engaging several enemy aircraft simultaneously, powerful bombs designed to clear dense concentrations of ground forces and even advanced futuristic weapons such as lasers.

Ace Combat 8 aircraft types

One of the biggest highlights from the latest reveal is the game’s extensive aircraft roster.

Players will have access to more than 30 aircraft, ranging from real-world military jets to original fictional designs created specifically for the game’s universe.

Aircraft are divided into four primary categories:

Fighter Aircraft

The F-14D Super Tomcat serves as one of the game’s featured fighter jets. This carrier-based aircraft is equipped with long-range anti-air missiles and uses automatic variable-sweep wings to maintain strong performance across different speeds and altitudes.

Attack Aircraft

The A-10C Thunderbolt II represents the attack aircraft category. Known for its durability and devastating close-air-support capabilities, the aircraft features heavy weaponry, including its iconic 30mm cannon, making it particularly effective against ground targets.

Multi-Role Aircraft

The Mirage 2000-5 offers a balanced approach to combat. Featuring a tailless delta-wing design, the aircraft combines speed, manoeuvrability and stability, allowing it to perform effectively in both air-to-air and air-to-ground engagements.

Electronic Warfare Aircraft

The EA-6B Prowler fills the electronic warfare role. Designed to support allied forces through electronic interference, reconnaissance and suppression of enemy defence systems, it adds a more tactical layer to battlefield operations.

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Version 6.7 marks the beginning of a new chapter as players reunite with Sandrone, whose shocking return comes after her apparent sacrifice during the climactic battle of Nod-Krai.

Players last saw her make the ultimate sacrifice during the fierce confrontation against The Doctor, a pivotal moment that helped Columbina and the Traveler secure victory.

At the same time, the world of Teyvat continues to expand with the arrival of the Frost Moon, a vast new permanent region waiting to be explored beyond the skies players have come to know.

Genshin Impact Luna 8 release date

Genshin Impact version 6.7 goes live on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

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New Cryo-Electro reaction: Stellar-Conduct

Stellar-Conduct is a brand-new reaction that introduces a fresh way for Cryo and Electro teams to play.

When activated by specific Cryo and Electro characters, the battlefield briefly transforms into a Polestar Field, creating a unique combat zone that amplifies the reaction’s effects.

While active, the Polestar Field stores excess Cryo and Electro energy and converts it into a range of buffs. These include:

• increased Stellar-Conduct damage
• higher Cryo and Electro damage for all characters fighting within the field
• a reduction to enemies’ Physical Resistance

Certain existing Cryo and Electro characters will also gain special enhancements while inside the Polestar Field, giving older units new opportunities to shine alongside the reaction.

Genshin Impact version 6.7: Complete list of characters

Genshin Impact 6.7 banners – Phase 1

Sandrone is designed around maximizing the potential of Stellar-Conduct, with her kit revolving around the Polestar Field and her autonomous construct, Fagio.

During battle, she can increase the entire party’s Stellar-Conduct damage while the field is active, making her a powerful enabler for reaction-focused teams.

At her side is Fagio, a fully autonomous construct that unleashes Stellar-Conduct damage whenever Sandrone performs Charged Attacks. Each attack also builds up Decoding Power, though reaching Fagio’s firing limit causes its attack intervals to slow as the construct begins to overload.

To manage this mechanic, Sandrone’s Elemental Skill allows her to move freely through the Polestar Field while continuously firing at enemies. Doing so consumes Decoding Power, helping keep Fagio operational and preventing it from reaching overload too quickly.

Her Elemental Burst takes a more explosive approach, bombarding enemies with a barrage of artillery fire. Any beam damage dealt within the Polestar Field is treated as Stellar-Conduct damage, further reinforcing her role as the reaction’s premier specialist and one of its strongest damage amplifiers.

Phase 1 runs for three weeks from Wednesday, July 1, 2026 to Tuesday, July 21, 2026.

Sandrone’s best-in-slot weapon, A Teaspoon of Transcendence, will also be available on the weapon banner.

Genshin Impact version 6.7 banners – Phase 2

Columbina is known for her overwhelming, reality-bending combat presence.

Her abilities are tied to an eerie, dreamlike control over battlefield perception and energy flow, allowing her to distort engagement ranges and pressure enemies without relying on conventional close-range combat.

She possesses a high-level of destructive output, delivered through sustained, unavoidable pressure rather than direct confrontation.

Meanwhile, Raiden Shogun’s abilities center on explosive Electro power and precise burst damage. She excels at converting energy into devastating Elemental Burst attacks, empowering both herself and her team through energy regeneration and amplified burst rotations.

Her combat style combines relentless Electro slashes with overwhelming finishing power, making her a core damage enabler and finisher in many team compositions.

Phase 2 runs for three weeks from Wednesday, July 22, 2026 to Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

New region Frost Moon debuts

For the first time, players will venture beyond the skies of Teyvat and set foot on the moon, a sprawling new region filled with sights and mysteries unlike anything seen before.

The journey begins aboard a spacecraft, transporting Travelers to an entirely new frontier where breathtaking landscapes and long-buried secrets await discovery.

Among the moon’s most striking locations are its luminous yet dangerous lunar seas and a massive space station suspended in orbit. From this vantage point, players can look back at Teyvat itself, watching the world slowly rotate in the distance.

Elsewhere, ancient ruins scattered across the lunar surface offer clues about the forgotten history of the ancient dragon race, expanding the game’s growing lore in significant ways.

Exploration on the moon is also shaped by a mysterious ancient power that permeates the region. This force allows players to traverse terrain in new ways and manipulate local gravity, creating fresh traversal mechanics that set the area apart from previous regions.

To make navigating these expansive environments easier, both the moon and Teyvat maps will receive a new layered display system. The feature shows a player’s current elevation level in real time, helping Travelers better understand the verticality of their surroundings while exploring.

Genshin Impact version 6.7 events

Fontinalia Film Festival returns with a permanent story event

The Fontinalia Film Festival is making a return in Version 6.7, this time setting sail aboard the Wingalet in Fontaine for a lively midsummer water festival.

Familiar faces including Charlotte and Citlali will be joining the celebrations, while Sandrone also comes aboard for the journey. Adding to the excitement, Columbina arrives alongside a film crew as production gets underway during the event.

Unlike previous seasonal events, the festival’s story will become a permanent addition to the game, allowing players to experience it even after the update period ends.

Throughout the event, Travelers will help manage the Wingalet’s aquarium, attract visitors, and take part in various festival activities as the ship travels across Fontaine’s waters.

Completing the event rewards players with a free invitation for Charlotte, allowing her to join their roster permanently. Participants can also earn a brand-new outfit for the reporter, while a new outfit for Citlali will be available at a limited-time discounted price.

Beyond the festival, Version 7.0 introduces several additional activities, including a new dance challenge in Natlan, fresh music to discover in the Repertoire of Myriad Melodies, and new cards for players to experiment with in Genius Invokation TCG.

Miliastra Wonderland gets a summer makeover

A seasonal refresh comes to Miliastra Wonderland, introducing a brand-new summer-themed lobby alongside a collection of festive summer outfits.

Players who take part in the various activities available throughout the season will be able to earn a range of rewards, including Prismatic Crystals and an elegant new 4-star outfit set at no additional cost.

Meanwhile, Craftspeople can look forward to several quality-of-life improvements for the Editor. The update adds a number of practical new features alongside fresh environment assets, giving creators more tools to build interactive experiences and experiment with a wider variety of visual styles and gameplay concepts.