Summary
- HoYoverse is hiring for a new game, seeking 3D character designers familiar with Unreal Engine 5.
- Requirements include two years in 3D game development, proficiency in various software, and AAA gaming enthusiasm.
- The new game may have realistic elements and be a departure from HoYoverse's previous titles.
Genshin Impact developer HoYoverse appears to be hiring for development of an all-new game, according to newly opened job listings. The Genshin Impact developer's next project seems to be a departure from its previous games, as the listings describe more realistic elements for the new title.
HoYoverse became one of the biggest developers in the world after the highly successful launch of Genshin Impact in September 2020, which continues to drive millions of players into Teyvat every year. Genshin Impact Version 5.0, the game's next major update, is expected to be released soon with new playable characters, the long-awaited Natlan region, and much more. Moreover, HoYoverse's popular Honkai: Star Rail game enjoyed an equally impressive amount of success after its launch in April 2023, becoming one of the most downloaded games of the year. The Shanghai-based company's growing success also led to a major graphical and gameplay overhaul for its long-supported action game, Honkai Impact 3rd, and the launch of a new action RPG titled Zenless Zone Zero this year.
Reddit user Yenuzu recently shared new job listings from HoYoverse in the Gaming Leaks and Rumours subreddit, which indicate that the Genshin Impact developers are working on a new game. Specifically, the job listings disclose the responsibilities of new 3D character designers, revealing some insight into what the game could entail for players. HoYoverse is seeking those skilled in realistic character and monster production, with plenty of experience in developing muscle anatomy and modeling of organisms like humanoid and alien monsters. The applicant must also be familiar with Unreal Engine, as it appears that HoYoverse's new game may be utilizing Unreal Engine 5.
HoYoverse is Hiring Developers for a New Game
- Job listings describe the need for 3D character designers skilled in realistic character and monster production.
- Developers must be familiar with Unreal Engine, implying the game is being developed in Unreal Engine 5.
- HoYoverse prefers the applicants to be AAA gaming enthusiasts.
Other requirements for the new HoYoverse positions include two years in 3D game development, along with good professional art skills. The designer must also be proficient in a number of different production software, such as 3DMax, MAYA, ZBrush, Substance Painter, and Marvelous Designer. HoYoverse also requires the applicant to be an AAA gaming enthusiast with good communication and teamwork skills and a clear understanding of their development responsibilities. Further, it's worth noting that the positions appear to be unrelated to the development of HoYoverse's Animal Crossing-like game.
It's unclear whether HoYoverse's new game could be an RPG like its previous works or a completely different genre than what HoYoverse fans are used to. The project's realistic elements could mean that HoYoverse wants to develop a new game that differentiates itself from Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail to compete with other major titles from Asia, such as Stellar Blade or the upcoming Lost Soul Aside. Only time will tell, since HoYoverse's new title appears to be in an early production phase. However, more information regarding the title's development may come through leaks at a later date, as leaks regarding Genshin Impact and other HoYoverse titles are made public quite frequently.
Genshin Impact
- Released
- September 28, 2020
WHERE TO PLAY
Step into Teyvat, a vast world teeming with life and flowing with elemental energy.
You and your sibling arrived here from another world. Separated by an unknown god, stripped of your powers, and cast into a deep slumber, you now awake to a world very different from when you first arrived.
Thus begins your journey across Teyvat to seek answers from The Seven — the gods of each element. Along the way, prepare to explore every inch of this wondrous world, join forces with a diverse range of characters, and unravel the countless mysteries that Teyvat holds...
MASSIVE OPEN WORLD
Climb any mountain, swim across any river, and glide over the world below, taking in the jaw-dropping scenery each step of the way. And if you stop to investigate a wandering Seelie or strange mechanism, who knows what you might discover?
ELEMENTAL COMBAT SYSTEM
Harness the seven elements to unleash elemental reactions. Anemo, Electro, Hydro, Pyro, Cryo, Dendro, and Geo interact in all sorts of ways, and Vision wielders have the power to turn this to their advantage.
Will you vaporize Hydro with Pyro, electro-charge it with Electro, or freeze it with Cryo? Your mastery of the elements will give you the upper hand in battle and exploration.
BEAUTIFUL VISUALS
Feast your eyes on the world around you, with a stunning art style, real-time rendering, and finely tuned character animations delivering you a truly immersive visual experience. Lighting and weather all change naturally over time, bringing every detail of this world to life.
SOOTHING SOUNDTRACK
Let the beautiful sounds of Teyvat draw you in as you explore the expansive world around you. Performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the soundtrack changes seamlessly with the time and gameplay to match the mood.
BUILD YOUR DREAM TEAM
Team up with a diverse cast of characters in Teyvat, each with their own unique personalities, stories, and abilities. Discover your favorite party combinations and level up your characters to help you conquer even the most daunting of enemies and domains.
JOURNEY WITH FRIENDS
Team up with friends across various platforms to trigger more elemental action, tackle tricky boss fights, and conquer challenging domains together to reap rich rewards.
As you stand atop the peaks of Jueyun Karst and take in the rolling clouds and vast terrain stretching out before you, you may wish to stay in Teyvat a little longer... But until you are reunited with your lost sibling, how can you rest? Go forth, Traveler, and begin your adventure!
- ESRB
- Teen / Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items), Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
- Engine
- Unity
- Multiplayer
- Online Co-Op
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, iOS, Android
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
