February 2026 promises an electrifying month for Honkai: Star Rail players, as Version 3.8 wraps up its extended run and Version 4.0 blasts onto the scene. With new banners, a fresh world, long-awaited buffs, and more, Trailblazers have every reason to stockpile Stellar Jades and clear their schedules.
1. The Version 4.0 Livestream on February 6
Kick off the month with HoYoverse's special livestream, set for February 6, 2026. Expect full reveals on Version 4.0's banners, events, gameplay tweaks, and exclusive codes for free Stellar Jades. This stream will hype up the shift to the new era, including peeks at Planarcadia and its chaotic Elation vibes.
2. Version 4.0 Launch and the All-New Planarcadia
Mark your calendars for February 12 (NA Server) or February 13 (EU/Asia): Version 4.0 drops, ushering in Planarcadia, a vibrant amusement park planet tied to the Path of Elation. Explore eccentric locales filled with geniuses, thrill rides, and Aha-inspired mayhem as the Astral Express crew dives into this wild new destination.
3. Yao Guang's Banner Takes Center Stage
Phase 1 of Version 4.0 (February 12 to March 6) spotlights Yao Guang, the 5-star Physical character on a revolutionary new Path akin to Elation. As the Seer Strategist General from the Xianzhou Yuque, her bold, fate-defying kit promises to shake up team comps with revolutionary mechanics. Her official reveal has already topped fan polls for her wild streak.
4. Buffs for Sparkle and Black Swan
Version 4.0 delivers "Novaflare" enhancements to two fan-favorite limited 5-stars: Sparkle (Harmony: Quantum) and Black Swan (Nihility: Wind). These kit upgrades will boost their damage output, utility, and synergy, breathing new life into hypercarry and DoT teams. Time to dust off your builds!
5. Apocalyptic Shadow Mode Refresh
Endgame enthusiasts, rejoice: Apocalyptic Shadow resets in February with tougher enemies, balance changes, and fresh rewards like Stellar Jades and Jade Feathers. Clear stages for stars and climb leaderboards with optimized teams featuring the new buffs and Yao Guang.
Whether you're chasing Yao Guang or conquering refreshed Shadows, February is primed for stellar adventures. Set your warps and join the Elation!
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