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HoYoverse's upcoming cosmic simulation Petit Planet is scheduled to release on December 4 for PC and mobile, with an independent project showcase arriving on November 1. Meanwhile, Genshin Impact Version 7.2, titled Hour of Ruin, launches on November 4. This update introduces the eastern Snezhnaya region and new Electro characters Mitya and Valeriy, alongside a special storyline involving the Holy Soil crisis.

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HoYoverse says Honkai: Star Rail version 4.7 introduces the limited 5-star character Aeon ★ Aha and a new Affinitive Eidolon growth system.

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The developer announced a December 4 release date for computer and mobile versions.

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HoYoverse states Version 7.2 titled Hour of Ruin arrives on November 4 bringing new fighters Mitya and Valeriy alongside eastern Snezhnaya exploration.
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