Petit Planet Announces Pre-Launch Special Program for November 1

HoYoverse has announced that it will hold a Petit Planet “pre-launch special program” livestream on November 1. Those who attend will be entered into a sweepstakes, where they may be able to win some special prizes. 

The announcement post states the following: “Dear Planet Tenders, the Petit Planet Pre-Launch Special Program will go live on November 1 at 19:00 (UTC+8). Join the dev team and a special guest for a first look at life on your own planet. Tune in for a chance to win iPhones, in-game rewards, and more! Share this post for a chance to win a $20 Amazon gift card.” It will stream on YouTube, TikTok, Twitter/X, and Twitch. 

Petit Planet will launch in winter 2026 for PC (Epic Games Store), Android and iOS. Check out our preview of the game ahead of its release. Here’s an overview of the game from its initial reveal:

Overview

In Petit Planet, players are entrusted to nurture a planet of their own and gradually form a galaxy by connecting with different planets scattered across the starry sky. The journey begins on each player’s planet, where fuzzy Neighbors can connect their home planets. As bonds deepen and planets flourish, Luca, the planet’s vitality, will shape each unique planet with different landscapes, brimming with life and energy.

As a life sim, Petit Planet unfolds everyday life with various joyful yet relaxing activities — planting, fishing, beachcombing, mining, cooking, and crafting. The sparkling moments of life also emerge when players harvest exotic crops, discover diverse ecosystems, and gather with adorable Neighbors. Beyond daily pursuits, Petit Planet offers customized options to encourage creativity — stylize characters with favorite outfits, design interiors, arrange outdoor spaces with themed furniture, and with Luca, even the sky, grasslands, and beaches can be transformed into new forms.

The galaxy shines brighter through connections with traveling Neighbors, each carrying their own personalities, stories, and dreams. These fuzzy companions can be invited to settle, and friendships can grow through heartfelt conversations, thoughtful gift exchanges, and unique interactions that make every bond distinct. As the planet prospers, so do the friendships upon it. Petit Planet weaves relationship building into daily activities to unlock deeper connections, turning ordinary encounters into cosmic wonders.

Even so, connections built in Petit Planet are never confined to your own planet. Players may board their trusty vehicle with helpful Neighbors to take a Starsea Voyage, venturing into unknown Islets, discovering rare creatures, uncovering hidden recipes, and forging unexpected friendships across the galaxy. Beyond exploration lies the Galactic Bazaar, an ever-bustling social hub where conversations spark over coffee, festival events bring joy to the sky, and friendships are formed with other players, turning a fleeting moment into a lasting connection.