Signups Open For April 21 Closed Beta
Circle April 21 on your calendar: HoYoVerse has opened registration for a new closed beta of Petit Planet, the studio’s upcoming “cozy galactic life sim.” The test—officially called the Stardrift Test—will bring a fresh wave of content and systems for players to try ahead of launch. Signups are live now at planet.hoyoverse.com, with invitations going out to “a selection” of registrants.
There’s still no release date, but this round of testing points to steady progress. HoYoVerse most recently described the project as a peaceful, connection-driven take on cosmic sandbox play, set across the vast Starsea. If you’ve been waiting for something low-stress from a studio known for massive live-service worlds, this might be one to watch.
What Petit Planet Is Trying To Be
Petit Planet hands you a tiny world to care for and customize—a pocket-sized home among the stars. You’ll farm, fish, cook, lounge on beaches, befriend fuzzy neighbors, and even “form galaxies” as your planet thrives within the Starsea. The studio pitches a gentle loop of creativity and discovery rather than combat or high-stakes grind.
HoYoVerse frames it as a place to slow down. “Spend relaxed and fulfilling days on your planet alongside your fuzzy Neighbors, and let your imagination run wild as you decorate your home or shape your own stylish landscapes,” the team said. Beyond your own world, you can roam a bustling hub: “You can also explore the Starsea and forge connections with people and things at the ever-bustling Galactic Bazaar.”
Relationships appear to drive progression. “Each bond you form with Neighbors and the world around you weaves into an ever-growing web of connections that keeps the universe flourishing,” HoYoVerse explained. As those ties deepen, “Luca, the vitality that flows through all things, shapes new landscapes and brings wondrous changes to your world.” It’s a clear statement of intent: community first, aesthetics second, and light exploration threading it all together.