HoYoVerse's parent company, MiHoYo, is making waves with its upcoming game, formerly known as Astaweave Haven. This title, even before its official unveiling, is undergoing significant changes, much to the anticipation of gamers.

While details remain scarce, Astaweave Haven, now rebranded as Petit Planet, is poised to deviate from HoYoVerse's established open-world gacha RPG formula. Initial reports suggest a life-simulation or management game, drawing comparisons to titles like Animal Crossing or Stardew Valley. The name change itself hints at this shift; Petit Planet evokes a charming, more casual gaming experience.

Release Date Uncertainty

Currently, the game's launch date remains undisclosed. Astaweave Haven received Chinese approval for PC and mobile releases in July. However, HoYoVerse's October 31st trademark registration for Petit Planet marks a crucial step, with U.S. and U.K. approvals still pending.

Given MiHoYo's prolific release schedule (consider the quick turnaround between Honkai: Star Rail and Zenless Zone Zero), approval of the new name could quickly pave the way for a reveal of Petit Planet's gameplay and visuals.

Community Reaction

The rebranding has sparked considerable discussion. For community perspectives, check out this Reddit thread.

In the meantime, stay tuned for updates on Petit Planet (formerly Astaweave Haven) and check out our coverage of Arknights Episode 14's new stages and operators.