MiHoYo’s Upcoming Animal Crossing-Like Game Astaweave Haven Now Has a New Name!

MiHoYo, the powerhouse behind HoYoVerse, has been stirring up excitement with their latest project, previously known as Astaweave Haven. Even before any official sneak peeks, the game has undergone a significant change—it's now called Petit Planet. This rebranding has sparked curiosity and anticipation among fans, especially those who enjoy gacha games or RPGs.

While official details on Petit Planet are still under wraps, the game is rumored to be a departure from HoYoVerse's traditional open-world gacha adventures. Instead, Petit Planet is speculated to be a life-simulation or management-based game, drawing comparisons to popular titles like Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley. The new name, Petit Planet, not only sounds more adorable but also hints at a focus on a management simulation rather than the typical gacha RPG experience.

As for the game's launch, Petit Planet is currently in development with no specific release date announced yet. The game was initially approved in China for both PC and mobile platforms back in July. Following the name change, HoYoVerse registered Petit Planet on October 31st, and the new name is now pending approval in the U.S. and U.K.

MiHoYo/HoYoVerse has a reputation for maintaining a fast pace in game development and releases. Their recent launch of Zenless Zone Zero shortly after Honkai: Star Rail is a testament to their momentum. Fans are hopeful that once Petit Planet gets the green light, we'll soon get a glimpse of what this intriguing new game has in store.

What are your thoughts on MiHoYo's decision to rename Astaweave Haven to Petit Planet? Dive into this Reddit thread to see what the gaming community thinks about this move.

In the meantime, keep an eye out for more updates on Petit Planet. And if you're looking for something to read, check out our coverage on Arknights Episode 14 with new stages and operators.