A new open-world RPG from Genshin Impact’s studio, HoYoverse, which combines elements from The Lord of the Rings and Elden Ring, was officially announced during Gamescom 2026. HoYoverse has been working on multiple projects as it continues to expand on titles like Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail. For example, the upcoming Honkai: Nexus Anima will be a creature-collector RPG with auto-battling systems set in an open-world map that will continue to grow with updates, much like its sister games.
During Gamescom 2026’s Opening Night Live showcase, which was broadcast on the official The Game Awards channel on YouTube, a new game developed by HoYoverse was announced: Nodus Fall. The new RPG from the creators of Genshin Impact was presented via a gameplay-centered trailer during the event. Nodus Fall is an action-based RPG with soulslike elements that will feature co-op mechanics, allowing you to explore the world and face enemies, including tough bosses, alongside friends.
In Nodus Fall, you’ll take on the role of a character known as a Weaver, and you’ll use powers granted by divine sources to face and fell powerful beasts of legend. The game is a third-person RPG...
