No, Honkai: Star Rail is not available on Steam, and the game's anti-cheat system is not compatible with Linux operating systems, which are used by the Steam Deck.
On April 26, 2023, miHoYo released Honkai: Star Rail, the latest addition to the Honkai series of video games. This game, available on Windows and mobile devices, with plans for PlayStation 4 and 5 ports, has already received positive reviews. This article will provide an overview of Honkai: Star Rail's gameplay, story, and development.
What kind of game is Honkai: Star Rail?
Honkai: Star Rail follows classic Japanese role-playing game conventions. Players build up a roster of characters and control a team of four in turn-based combat. The game also features open-world and dungeon exploration, and many mechanics, including the gacha system, are carried over from miHoYo's action RPGs, Genshin Impact and Honkai Impact 3rd. Honkai: Star Rail offers a deep and approachable combat system that allows for tactical team-based decisions.
Is there a way to play Honkai on SteamDeck?
If you wish to play the game on a handheld device that offers the best of both worlds, the Steam Deck may seem like an ideal choice. Even though games that don't natively launch on the Steam Deck's operating system can still be loaded with Steam Proton, Honkai: Star Rail requires a significant amount of effort to run on the device. It is technically possible to run the game on the Steam Deck by installing Windows on the device, but players have reported issues such as sound glitches, and running Windows will add more hassle to the user experience.
Although Honkai: Star Rail may eventually receive an official release on Steam, there is currently no cross-platform support for the Steam version of Honkai Impact 3rd. As a result, unless you have a lot of games that require Windows to play on your Steam Deck, it is not recommended to install Windows solely to play Honkai: Star Rail. However, it is advisable to play the game on a mobile device or stream it from your desktop, given the ease of playing and potential issues with running the game on the Steam Deck.
What is Honkai: Star Rail about?
Honkai: Star Rail is set in a fictional universe where humanity is governed by godlike beings known as "Aeons." Players take on the role of the "Trailblazer," whose name and gender can be customized based on the player's preference. In this world, the inhabitants are battling against the dangerous and pervasive "Fragmentum," a corrupting force that threatens their existence. The game begins with the Trailblazer awakening on a space station with no memory of how they got there. They soon discover they possess a powerful cosmic entity known as the "Stellaron." As they explore the space station, they join forces with a group of adventurers known as the "Trailblazers." Together, they travel aboard the "Astral Express," a space train that takes them from one world to another.
Final Thoughts
Honkai: Star Rail is the fourth installment in the Honkai series, drawing on characters from Honkai Impact 3rd and gameplay elements from Genshin Impact. The game's deep and approachable combat system, intriguing story and setting, and positive reviews have set a high standard for future games in the Honkai series and other gacha games. With over 10 million pre-registrations, Honkai: Star Rail is sure to be a hit among fans of miHoYo's games.
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