HoYoVerse Opens Petit Planet Beta Signups

HoYoVerse, the developer behind popular titles like Genshin Impact, has opened signups for a new round of closed beta testing for its upcoming cozy life simulation game, Petit Planet. The test, named the Stardrift Test, will begin on April 21, 2026, and is available on Windows PC, iOS, and Android devices.

In Petit Planet, players take on the role of a Planet Tender, managing a customizable world within the expansive Starsea universe. Activities include farming, fishing, cooking, beach relaxation, and decorating landscapes, all while forming bonds with fuzzy anthropomorphic Neighbors. These relationships deepen through conversations, gifts, and shared experiences, contributing to the planet's vitality and unlocking new landscapes and stories. Multiplayer elements allow connections with other players at the Galactic Bazaar, a bustling social hub for trading, events, and community interactions.

This beta introduces several enhancements building on the previous Coziness Test held in November 2025. Participants will encounter new Neighbors, each with unique personalities, backstories, and dreams that integrate into planetary development. The Starsea Voyage system receives updates,...