Fresh in-game screenshots and additional material from HoYoverse’s secretive new title, known as The Weavers (previously codenamed Nodusfall), have circulated online as of August 12-13, 2026. Leakers including Seele Leaks, Uncle Lazy, and accounts such as @zenlesszoneleak have shared the images, which show a clear departure from the company’s signature anime-inspired visuals.
The project is widely described by insiders and NDA testers as “HoYoverse’s Monster Hunter.” It focuses on hunting large beasts through complex boss encounters in a dynamic open-world fantasy setting. Reports point to cooperative multiplayer support, diverse ecosystems, and large-scale battles. This aligns with earlier hiring materials and a Unreal Engine 5 technical demonstration for a realistic-style fantasy game that HoYoverse referenced in 2025.
Visual style and leaked screenshots
Unlike Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, or Zenless Zone Zero, The Weavers uses a photorealistic approach powered by Unreal Engine 5. Environments appear detailed and often desaturated, with grassy plains, rocky mountains, and natural lighting. Character models feature more grounded, realistic proportions and textures rather than cel-shaded anime aesthetics.
Project background and available details
Nodusfall first drew attention through a trademark filing by Cognosphere (HoYoverse’s international arm) in April 2026, along with related social media accounts. It has been linked to earlier teases of a dark, realistic fantasy world on Unreal Engine 5. Some reports describe elements of an MMORPG structure or a single-protagonist “Node Walker” experience with heavier combat focused on movement, positioning, and stamina, though the dominant recent framing remains the Monster Hunter comparison.
Playtests under NDA appear to be underway. No official announcement, release window, platforms beyond implied PC support, or full story details have been confirmed by HoYoverse. Speculation continues about whether the game will include gacha systems or function as a more traditional premium title. The realistic fantasy direction and focus on large creature hunts position it as a notable expansion of the studio’s portfolio beyond its established live-service anime-style games.
As with all unconfirmed leaks, details remain subject to change, and authenticity cannot be independently verified until official material appears. The sudden availability of multiple in-game screenshots has nonetheless generated significant discussion among fans curious about HoYoverse’s next major step.