Imagine diving back into the memory lane of your favorite game, unlocking mysteries that have lingered for ages. That’s exactly what the Honkai Star Rail 3.8 update promises. It’s going to take us back to Penacony, but this time, the journey will be filled with answers to those pesky plot holes that left us scratching our heads. As players prepare for this exciting adventure, knowing the release date, time, and how to count down to it becomes essential for every die-hard fan. Buckle up as we delve into the details!
I’ve been tracking Honkai Star Rail updates and ranking guides for quite some time now, and trust me, this upcoming version is poised to deliver some thrilling gameplay and character enhancements.
When Is Honkai Star Rail 3.8 Coming Out?
The big moment arrives on December 16, 2025, at 08:00 PM PST for North America and at December 17, 2025, 11:00 AM CST for players around the globe. Here’s the breakdown for various time zones:
- New Delhi, India: 8:30 AM IST on December 17, 2025
- Tokyo, Japan: 12:00 PM JST on December 17, 2025
- California, USA: 8:00 PM PST on December 16, 2025
- Beijing, China: 11:00 AM CST on December 17, 2025
- Toronto, Canada: 11:00 PM EDT on December 16, 2025
- Rome, Italy: 5:00 AM CET on December 17, 2025
- Melbourne, Australia: 1:00 PM AEST on December 17, 2025
- Auckland, New Zealand: 3:00 PM NZST on December 17, 2025
Anticipation is building, especially with the new character, The Dahlia, who brings exciting Break Support abilities. Players will want to strategize their pulls to ensure they don’t miss out.
Honkai Star Rail (HSR) 3.8 Maintenance End Time
The server maintenance kicks off at 03:00 PM PST for NA servers on December 16, 2025, and 06:00 AM CST on December 17, 2025, for everyone else. Expect around five hours of downtime, so plan accordingly.
| Region and Time Zone | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| New Delhi, India (IST) | 03:30 AM | 08:30 AM |
| Tokyo, Japan (JST) | 07:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| California, USA (PST) | 03:00 PM on December 16 | 08:00 PM on December 16 |
| Beijing, China (CST) | 06:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| Toronto, Canada (EDT) | 06:00 PM on December 16 | 11:00 PM on December 16 |
| Rome, Italy (CEST) | 12:00 AM | 05:00 AM |
| Melbourne, Australia (AEST) | 08:00 AM | 01:00 PM |
| Auckland, New Zealand (NZST) | 10:00 AM | 03:00 PM |
During this maintenance, players can’t log in, and those logged in will get kicked out. But there’s a silver lining—compensation awaits! All eligible players with a Trailblaze Level of 4 or above will snag 300 Stellar Jades, which is great for prepping your roster for the new update.
Honkai Star Rail (HSR) 3.8 Release Countdown Timer
Honkai Star Rail 3.8 update should be live now!
Honkai Star Rail 3.8 Preload Guide
Players looking to prep should know the pre-install sizes will vary, but specific sizes for PC and mobile aren’t detailed yet. Check back as the release date approaches to get the exact figures!
Are you buzzing with excitement over the return to Penacony and all the new content? It’s bound to shake things up in the game! If you have any questions about the update, what characters to aim for, or how to stock up on Stellar Jades, just ask!
When will you be aiming to jump back into the game once the update goes live?