Imagine boarding a mysterious space train and joining fellow passengers on an interplanetary adventure to save the universe — while fending off a villain who can manipulate reality and create devastating attacks. If that sounds like a good time, you might enjoy the space fantasy game “Honkai: Star Rail”. Created by Asia-based developer, “HoYoverse, Honkai: Star Rail” won this year’s top game award not only in Asia Pacific, but also across the rest of the world, including Europe, the U.S. and the Middle East. Its stunning visuals and elaborate sci-fi narration have made it popular among gamers worldwide.
During this year’s Best of Play, an annual campaign by Google Play awarding the most creative and inspiring app and game developers around the world, Asia Pacific developers collectively won more than two-thirds of all awards. As a region with a thriving developer community, it’s no wonder that so many of them have left a lasting impression outside of their home countries.