HoYoverse's 'Elden Ring Meets Monster Hunter' Actually Plays More Like Final Fantasy 16
Nodusfall, a new monster-hunting action game from the makers of Genshin Impact, share a lot in common with FF16, according to a recent preview.
Nodusfall, a new monster-hunting action game from the makers of Genshin Impact, share a lot in common with FF16, according to a recent preview.
The short version
- You probably know HoYoverse for its signature anime-inspired aesthetic and mobile-friendly games.
- But the international gacha powerhouse is expanding its purview in the coming year with a slew of games that don’t neatly fit into its existing oeuvre.
- One of those is the monster-slaying action game Nodusfall , revealed during the 2026 Gamescom Opening Night Live showcase.
What happened
Nodusfall stood out as one of the more unexpected reveals of the show. Gone was the typical HoYo aesthetic, instead favoring a photorealistic graphics style, anchored by a visual language more reminiscent of FromSoftware’s dour, gothic vibe than anything the company has produced before.
Why it matters
Nodusfall was described across the internet, including by this website , as a sort of “Elden Ring meets Monster Hunter” type mashup.
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