Game studio HoYoverse unveiled its upcoming title Nodusfall at Gamescom 2026. The developer previously created Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail. This fantasy action game features mythology themes and includes cooperative play. HoYoverse released an initial trailer at the event. The game is a free-to-play title. It will not include character gacha mechanics.

Viewers checked out the trailer online. Some audience members reacted negatively. Critics labeled Nodusfall heavily inspired by Elden Ring. Gaming news outlets reported on the online backlash. Outlets like IGN, Game Informer, MMORPG.com, GosuGamers, and GAMINGbible covered the game facts and user feedback.