How to Pre-Install and Download Version 2.1

Pre-Installation for Honkai: Star Rail Version 2.1 download was available. See the pre-installation file sizes on each device, how to pre-install and download updates, and also the system requirements here!

Honkai: Star Rail 2.1 Pre-Installation

Star Rail 2.1 Pre-Installation Size

The file sizes added for pre-installing may vary depending on the language pack installed. You will need more space if you have more language packs. You also need to update the app itself before you can start playing!

Pre-installing Version 2.1 was available from March 25, 2024 (UTC+8) until the 2.1 release day. The update features new Penacony areas, new Planar Ornaments, and the release of playable characters, Acheron, Aventurine and Gallagher.

Version 2.1 Release Date and Banners Guide

How to Pre-Install Honkai: Star Rail

How to Pre-Install on PC

	How to Pre-Install on PC
1	On the PC launcher, click the Game Pre-Installation button on the bottom right corner.
2	Click the confirm button to start pre-installing.
3	You will see a checkmark when you've already pre-downloaded the latest update.

On PC, players can play the game while pre-installing.

How to Pre-Install on Mobile

	How to Pre-Install on Mobile
1	Launch the mobile app and click the Resource Pre-Download button on the bottom right corner.
2	Click the confirm button to start pre-downloading.
3	You will see an icon with a checkmark when the game is done pre-installing the latest update.

On mobile devices, players cannot play the game during the pre-installation process.

What is the Pre-Installation Update?

Pre-Install to Enjoy the New Version

The pre-installation feature lets you download the latest update before its release. We recommend using this feature so you can immediately play the game as soon as server maintenance is over!

This feature is accessible on all available platforms in preparation for any major update.

Honkai: Star Rail System Requirements

Before you install Honkai: Star Rail, make sure that your device meets the game's system requirements!

Best Settings for PC

Honkai: Star Rail Related Guides

All Latest News and Updates

Latest News and Updates

List of News and Updates

Version 2.1 New Guides
2.1 Version Update	2.1 Livestream
Acheron Banner	Aventurine Banner
Luocha Rerun Banner	Jingliu Rerun Banner
Gallagher Banner	2.1 Livestream Codes
All Redeem Codes
Version 2.1 Characters
AcheronNEW	AventurineNEW
GallagherNEW	Luocha
Jingliu
Version 2.1 Light Cones
Along the Passing...	Inherently Unjust...
Concert for Two
Version 2.1 New Maps
Dewlight Pavilion	Clock Studios Theme Park
Version 2.1 Trailblaze Mission
Devil in Velvet
Version 2.1 Cavern Relics
Sigonia, the Unclaimed Desolation	Izumo Gensei and Takama Divine Realm
Version 2.1 Simulated Universe
Simulated Universe World 9
Version 2.1 Bosses and Enemies
Shape of Ire	Aventurine of Stratagems
Version 2.1 All Events
2024 Anniversary Features	Festive Gifts
Anniversary Celebration Mail	Cosmodyssey
Vignettes in a Cup	Tides of War
Realm of the Strange 300%	Planar Fissure 300%