Quick answer
Go to hna.hoyoverse.com, click Join the Test, sign in with your HoYoverse account, and fill out the recruitment questionnaire before November 22 at 09:59 UTC+8.
HoYoverse has opened recruitment for the Final Closed Beta of Honkai Nexus Anima, its creature-collection game launching on PC, Android, and iOS. Getting in requires more than wanting to play: you need to submit an application through the official site and pass through a short questionnaire before slots are handed out.
This walks through the whole process, from creating a HoYoverse account to submitting your answers, plus the alternate route through HoYoLAB and what to do if you never hear back.
Before you start
- Difficulty Easy
- Time needed 10 minutes
- Works on PC, Android, and iOS via browser; HoYoverse account required
What you'll need
- A HoYoverse account (free to create)
- A valid email address you check regularly
- A few minutes to answer a gaming-habits questionnaire
- Access to a browser on PC or mobile
Important
- Only use the official hna.hoyoverse.com site or HoYoLAB; fraudulent apps and sites claiming to offer beta access put your account and personal information at risk.
- All player data will be wiped when the Final Closed Beta ends, so don't treat your progress as permanent.
- Selection is random from the pool of applicants, so submitting the questionnaire does not guarantee access.
Sign up on the official Honkai Nexus Anima website
This is the main route and works the same whether you’re on a phone or a computer.
Step 1: Open the official site
Go to hna.hoyoverse.com in your browser. You can do this on PC or mobile since the sign-up process doesn’t change between platforms.
Tip: Bookmark this URL and ignore any other site or app claiming to offer beta access.
Step 2: Click Join the Test
Look for the Join the Test button, usually in the bottom right corner of the page. Some listings call it Submit Information, but it leads to the same sign-up flow.
Step 3: Sign in to your HoYoverse account
If you already have an account, it will show your Account ID and the email tied to it. If you don’t have one yet, create an account first, then come back to this step.
Step 4: Click Join the Test again
Once you’re signed in, click Join the Test a second time to open the recruitment questionnaire.
Step 5: Fill out the questionnaire
Answer the questions about your gaming history and habits honestly. HoYoverse is selecting a mix of player types rather than a single profile, so there’s no
Tip: Leaving the questionnaire incomplete can disqualify you from the random selection.
Step 6: Submit and wait for confirmation
After you submit, there’s nothing left to do but wait. If you’re selected, HoYoverse sends a confirmation email with instructions to download the game ahead of the November 25 start.
Alternative: register through HoYoLAB
If you already use HoYoLAB for other HoYoverse games, you can submit your application there instead of the main site.
Step 1: Open HoYoLAB and find the pre-registration page
Log in to HoYoLAB with your HoYoverse account and locate the Honkai Nexus Anima pre-registration section.
Step 2: Enter your complete contact information
Fill in your contact details accurately, since this is where any confirmation about test access gets sent.
Step 3: Submit the recruitment questionnaire
Complete the same style of questionnaire about your gaming habits, then submit it through HoYoLAB instead of the main website.
Tip: You only need to apply through one route, not both.
Pro tips
- Register early since sign-ups close November 22 at 09:59 UTC+8 and the questionnaire is required for eligibility.
- You can edit your submitted answers on the official site until 16:00 UTC+8 on November 16, after which they lock.
- Use the same device and platform you first log in with, since each HoYoverse account only links to one device per platform during the test.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| No confirmation email after the beta starts | Wait until November 25 when the Final Closed Beta goes live. If nothing arrives by then, your registration wasn't selected, since slots are limited and randomized rather than guaranteed. |
| Can't find the Join the Test button | Scroll to the bottom right of the hna.hoyoverse.com homepage; some regions label it Submit Information instead, but it opens the same sign-up flow. |
| Signed in on a different device than expected | Each HoYoverse account can only link to one device per platform, so stick with the device and platform you first registered and logged in on. |
Frequently asked questions
Is signing up for the beta the same as App Store pre-registration?
No. App Store pre-registration is for the eventual Spring 2027 full launch and does not grant beta access. You need to apply separately through hna.hoyoverse.com or HoYoLAB.
When does the Honkai Nexus Anima beta sign-up close?
Registration runs from November 5 at 12:00 to November 22 at 09:59 UTC+8. You can edit your submitted answers until 16:00 UTC+8 on November 16.
Can I play the beta on both PC and mobile?
Game data is shared across platforms during the test, but access is tied to the first device you use to log in on each platform, since each account can only link to one device per platform.
Will my beta progress carry over to the full release?
No. HoYoverse wipes all player data when the Final Closed Beta concludes, so nothing transfers to the Spring 2027 launch.
Submit your questionnaire well before the November 22 cutoff, keep an eye on the email you registered with, and check the official Final Closed Beta FAQ if anything about eligibility changes before the test opens on November 25.
Sources and further reading
- HonkaiNexusAnima.gg — Honkai: Nexus Anima "Final Closed Beta" FAQ
- Shacknews — How to sign up for the Honkai: Nexus Anima Closed Beta Test
- Beebom — Honkai Nexus Anima Final Closed Beta Signups Announced
- AllKeyShop.com — Honkai: Nexus Anima Final Beta Date Set for November Ahead of Spring Launch – AllKeyShop.c
