Honkai Star Rail 4.5 Update Arrives August 26

Honkai: Star Rail's Version 4.5 update is set to release on August 26, bringing a range of new content to the popular turn-based RPG. The update's maintenance period will start on August 25 in the afternoon, with players in different regions potentially able to access the update on August 25 at night due to time zone differences.

The Version 4.5 livestream has provided players with three limited-time codes, offering a total of 300 free Stellar Jade. These codes will expire on August 15 at 11:59 a.m. EDT / 8:59 a.m. PDT, so players must redeem them quickly to avoid missing out on the free loot. To redeem the codes, players can open the menu in-game and tap on the ellipses in the top right corner, or visit the Honkai: Star Rail code redeem website and log in with their Hoyoverse account.

Version 4.5 will introduce special summer versions of two characters from Penacony: Aventurine Waveflair and Robin Sumeretto. Aventurine Waveflair will be a Quantum Nihility character, while Robin Sumeretto will be a Wind Remembrance character. The update will also lay the groundwork for an upcoming collaboration with Zenless Zone Zero, scheduled for winter 2026.

## What's New in Version 4.5 The new update is an important one in terms of story development, and may provide a respite from the conclusion of the Planarcadia arc this year. With several patches still to come, Version 4.5 is a key milestone in the game's content roadmap.

## Why it Matters The release of Version 4.5 is significant for Honkai: Star Rail players, who have been eagerly anticipating new content and story developments. The update's new characters, banners, and collaboration with Zenless Zone Zero will likely be major draws for fans of the game. With the game's popularity continuing to grow, the Version 4.5 update is an important step in maintaining player engagement and enthusiasm.