Honkai: Star Rail is about to take players somewhere completely new. On February 13, Version 4.0 titled “No Aha At Full Moon” goes live, and it’s shaping up to be one of the game’s most ambitious updates yet.
This isn’t just another content patch. It’s a full expansion packed with a brand-new world, fresh characters, creative side activities, and a major story arc that pushes the Astral Express into uncharted territory.
A New World Full of Spectacle
The biggest highlight of Version 4.0 is the introduction of Planarcadia, a vibrant, high-energy setting that feels like a cosmic festival crossed with a futuristic city. At the center of it all is Duomension City a place where reality feels flexible, flashy, and a little unpredictable.
The update revolves around the mysterious Phantasmoon Games, a strange competition tied to the Aeon Aha. The premise is simple but intriguing: participants compete for attention, and the winner earns the chance to become an Aeon if only for a minute. It’s a fittingly chaotic concept that leans into the Path of Elation and sets the stage for a story that feels both playful and high-stakes.
New Faces, New Strategies
Of course, a new version wouldn’t be complete without new characters.
Version 4.0 introduces two new 5-star units aligned with the Path of Elation. Each brings unique mechanics designed to shake up team compositions and combat strategies. Their kits focus on synergy, timing, and creative battlefield control, encouraging players to experiment rather than rely on old routines.
Returning limited characters will also cycle back into banners, giving newer players another shot at fan favorites while longtime players can strengthen their rosters.
More Than Just Story Content
Beyond the main storyline, Version 4.0 adds several side activities that break up the usual grind.
One standout is a collectible card game mode, offering a more relaxed but strategic diversion from standard combat. There’s also a management-style event where players take charge of running a themed publication, a lighthearted change of pace that adds personality to the update.
For endgame players, expanded challenge modes promise new mechanics and rewards, keeping high-level content feeling fresh rather than repetitive.
Generous Launch Rewards
To celebrate the release, players can expect a wave of login rewards, including free Warps and valuable in-game currency. There are also special bonuses tied to events, making it a great time for both returning Trailblazers and newcomers to jump in.
Quality-of-life improvements are part of the package as well, with smoother team management tools and refinements to progression systems small changes that make daily play feel noticeably better.
A Turning Point for the Journey
Version 4.0 feels less like a routine update and more like the beginning of a new chapter for Honkai: Star Rail. With its bold setting, playful yet mysterious storyline, and creative gameplay additions, it signals that the game isn’t afraid to experiment and evolve.
With Version 4.0, Honkai: Star Rail proves once again that it isn’t afraid to evolve. From the dazzling world of Planarcadia to the unpredictable Phantasmoon Games, this update blends spectacle, strategy, and storytelling in a way that feels both fresh and ambitious.
Whether you’re returning to the Astral Express or just starting your journey, February 13 marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter one that invites every Trailblazer to embrace the unexpected and chase a little bit of cosmic chaos.