Honkai Star Rail Update 2.2 Leaks: Everything You Want to Know

Let's delve into what's been revealed about the Honkai Star Rail 2.2 update.
2024-04-16
Honkai Star Rail Update 2.2 Leaks: Everything You Want to Know

The Honkai Star Rail gaming community is currently buzzing with anticipation as details about the forthcoming Version 2.2 update have begun to emerge through various leaks. This update promises to introduce fresh content, including new characters and gameplay enhancements, which are eagerly awaited by fans. Here's an overview of what's been revealed about the Honkai Star Rail 2.2 update.


Upcoming Character Banners in HSR 2.2

New Additions

  • Robin (5-star, Harmony)
  • Boothill (5-star, The Hunt)

Upcoming Character Banners in HSR 2.2

Character Reruns

  • Topaz (5-star, The Hunt)
  • Fu Xuan (5-star, Preservation) or Argenti (5-star, Erudition)


The Version 2.2 update is set to welcome two new 5-star characters: Robin, associated with Harmony, and Boothill, linked to The Hunt path. Additionally, players can anticipate the return of Topaz and possibly either Fu Xuan or Argenti in the upcoming banners.

First phase

Robin (Physical, Harmony) and Topaz (Fire, The Hunt)

Second phase

Boothill (Physical, The Hunt) and Fu Xuan (Quantum, Preservation) / Argenti (Physical, Erudition)


Trailblazer's New Harmony Form

The protagonist, referred to as the Trailblazer, may receive a third form categorized as Imaginary, which is rumored to offer stat buffs to allies. This Harmony form could potentially mark the end of the Penacony story arc.

Trailblazer's New Harmony Form

Gameplay Enhancements

A new toughness mechanic is expected to introduce added complexity to enemy encounters, requiring players to employ strategic team compositions to overcome multiple toughness layers before triggering Weakness Break Effects. The Harmony Trailblazer is rumored to possess super break damage, which will provide increased Break Effect and reduce enemy toughness more effectively.


Light Cones

Four new Light Cones are anticipated to be part of the update, with two 5-star variants designed for the new characters and two 4-star variants for existing character types.

Light Cones
5-star Light Cones

  • Flowing Nightglow (Harmony): Enhances Energy Regeneration and Attack with the Ultimate ability.
  • Sailing Towards a Second Life (The Hunt): Boosts Break Effect and ignores a portion of enemy Defense.


4-star Light Cones

  • For Tomorrow's Journey (Harmony): Increases Attack and Damage dealt with the Ultimate ability.
  • Boundless Choreo (Nihility): Improves Critical Rate and Damage against debuffed enemies.


Events and Quality of Life Improvements

A series of events are slated to arrive with Version 2.2, offering players the chance to collect Stellar Jades and other materials. 

  • All About Boothill
  • Treasures Lightward
  • Clocky: Dreamjoy Memoir
  • Fate's Atlas
  • The Legend of the Galactic Baseballer


Furthermore, HoYoverse is set to introduce quality-of-life updates to enhance the gaming experience. These include a Recommendation feature for Traces to assist in skill upgrades and a social feature to display player statuses. Additionally, a new audio feature will allow the game's sound to be muted when minimized, particularly beneficial for PC players.

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