HoYoverse has flipped the switch on pre-installation for Honkai Star Rail 1.2 across iOS, Android, and PC, according to TouchArcade. The patch, titled "Even Immortality Ends," lands on July 19 and finally makes Kafka playable, alongside Blade and Luka. If you hate watching the download bar instead of playing, this one's for you.
Pre-load size sits at 5.3GB on iPad. Other platforms will vary, but the idea is the same: get the files down now, hit update day, and skip the queue.
Who Should Care
| Player Type | Why 1.2 Matters |
|---|---|
| Free-to-play | Pre-loading means immediate access on July 19—no download waits blocking your first pull |
| Low-storage mobile users | 5.3GB is substantial; clearing space now avoids the day-one crunch |
| Banner planners | Kafka is the marquee draw; secondary banners (Blade, Luka) give flexibility |
| PS5 hopefuls | Console version still undated—stay focused on mobile/PC for now |
| iOS controller fans | Full controller support remains unconfirmed; touch controls only for now |
How to Pre-Load
Open the game, hit the title screen, tap the Resource Pre-Download button, and let it ride. The 5.3GB figure comes from iPad testing reported by TouchArcade, so phone storage may differ slightly. Make sure you have free space available; the patch also adds new enemies and events, which means extra downloads after launch are likely.
What 1.2 Actually Adds
Kafka headlines this update. She's joined by Blade and Luka as playable additions. The patch trailer shows new enemies and limited events accompanying the character releases.
Why This Matters
HoYoverse's update cadence on Honkai Star Rail has been tight since launch. The July 19 date lands roughly two weeks after the previous patch—a pace designed to keep players cycling back. Kafka's arrival marks the first major new meta pivot since launch, and the dual character banners mean even players who skip the first pull have a second option available.
The simultaneous iOS, Android, and PC pre-installation is also notable. Not every gacha studio coordinates cross-platform releases this smoothly; for players who jump between devices, it means a consistent day-one experience regardless of platform. When the PS5 version eventually arrives, this track record suggests it won't launch as a afterthought port.
What to Watch Next
Watch for Kafka's official kit details (element, path, team synergies) in the days leading up to July 19. Keep an eye on HoYoverse's social channels for confirmed banner schedules—if you're planning to pull, begin saving Stellar Jade now.
Bottom Line
Pre-load tonight. Log in Friday. The queue on July 19 will be real; sidestepping it takes two taps.
Key takeaways
- Pre-install Honkai Star Rail 1.2 now on iOS, Android, or PC to skip day-one server queues.
- Kafka is the marquee addition; Blade and Luka round out the new roster.
- The full patch, including enemies and events, goes live on July 19.
Frequently asked questions
When does Honkai Star Rail 1.2 release?
The patch drops on July 19, according to TouchArcade. Pre-installation is already live.
How big is the pre-install?
5.3GB on iPad. Phone and PC sizes may differ slightly.
Who joins the roster in 1.2?
Kafka becomes playable, with Blade and Luka also added to the lineup.
Is there a PS5 version?
A PS5 release was previously announced at Summer Game Fest, but HoYoverse has not given a release date.