The gaming community has been buzzing with anticipation for Honkai: Star Rail's Version 3.0 update, set to launch in January 2025. However, recent revelations have put a damper on some players' expectations. Despite earlier rumors suggesting that the game would finally support 120 FPS on PC, this exciting prospect has now been debunked by reliable sources.
The Truth Behind the 120 FPS Leak
Let's face it, we've all been there—getting hyped about a rumored feature only to have our hopes dashed. PC players who were eagerly awaiting the ability to experience Honkai: Star Rail at silky-smooth 120 frames per second without resorting to third-party modifications will need to temper their expectations.
The prominent leaker Kazusa Leaks recently exposed that the supposedly leaked screenshot showing 120 FPS settings was actually manipulated. The enhanced frame rate option was achieved by modifying the game's files rather than representing an official upcoming feature. Talk about a classic case of "too good to be true," right?
Currently, Honkai: Star Rail limits players to either 30 or 60 FPS options within its official settings. This restriction has been a point of contention among the PC gaming community, especially since many modern gaming rigs are more than capable of pushing well beyond these limits.
Silver Linings: DLSS Support
It's not all doom and gloom for tech enthusiasts, though! According to the same report that debunked the 120 FPS rumors, Version 3.0 will introduce DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) support to the game. This NVIDIA technology could significantly improve performance and visual quality for compatible systems.
For the uninitiated, DLSS uses AI to upscale lower-resolution images to higher resolutions, allowing for better framerates without sacrificing visual fidelity. So while we might not get native 120 FPS support, DLSS could help the game run more smoothly on a wider range of hardware configurations.
Amphoreus: The New Frontier
Despite the FPS disappointment, Version 3.0 is shaping up to be possibly the most substantial update in Honkai: Star Rail's history. Players will be transported to Amphoreus, also known as "The Eternal Land"—a brand new explorable world heavily influenced by ancient Greek mythology.
This new region will introduce players to the Chrysos Heirs faction and kick off an entirely fresh adventure. HoYoverse hasn't been stingy with the teasers either, giving players glimpses of the stunning environments and intriguing characters that await in this mythologically-inspired setting.
New Characters Taking Center Stage
Version 3.0 will welcome two confirmed 5-Star characters to the game's ever-expanding roster:
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The Herta: A mysterious character who has long been part of the game's lore
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Aglaea: Making history as the first playable Remembrance unit, joining alongside the Ice Trailblazer
But that's not all! Insider information suggests that Version 3.0 might feature up to four limited 5-Star characters in each banner cycle. Fan favorites like Robin and Lingsha could potentially make their return, giving players who missed them the first time around another shot at adding them to their teams.
Mark Your Calendars!
The special program revealing all the juicy details about Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.0 is scheduled for January 1, 2025. During this livestream, HoYoverse will pull back the curtain on Amphoreus' storyline and likely showcase gameplay footage of the new region and characters.
Players should definitely tune in to get the official word on all features—both confirmed and rumored—coming in the update. Who knows? Maybe HoYoverse has some surprises up their sleeve that even the most reliable leakers haven't caught wind of yet.
Final Thoughts
While the 120 FPS dream may have been crushed (for now), Honkai: Star Rail's Version 3.0 update still promises to deliver a wealth of new content and at least some technical improvements through DLSS support. The game continues to evolve and expand, keeping its dedicated player base engaged with fresh adventures and characters.
And hey, just because 120 FPS isn't coming in Version 3.0 doesn't mean it won't arrive in a future update. Game development is a journey, not a destination—sometimes features need more time in the oven before they're ready to serve.
Are you disappointed about the 120 FPS news, or are you more excited about exploring Amphoreus and meeting its inhabitants? Either way, January 2025 can't come soon enough for Honkai: Star Rail enthusiasts!
This content draws upon Polygon, a leading source for gaming culture and industry news. Polygon's extensive coverage of live-service games like Honkai: Star Rail often emphasizes the importance of technical updates and new content in maintaining player engagement, especially when major updates introduce both anticipated features and unexpected surprises.