When to Watch the Honkai: Star Rail 4.1 Special Program Livestream

Honkai: Star Rail's Version 4.1 special program livestream — the pre-patch broadcast where HoYoverse previews upcoming banners, events, and hands out free redemption codes — is expected to air on Friday, March 13, 2026. The stream typically lands roughly 10–11 days before a new version goes live, and with Version 4.1 maintenance scheduled around March 24–25, that Friday lines up with the developer's established cadence.

Quick answer: The Honkai: Star Rail 4.1 livestream is expected on March 13, 2026, at 7:30 PM CST (UTC+8). That translates to 12:30 PM CET and 4:30 AM PDT on the same day.

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HSR 4.1 Livestream Times by Region

HoYoverse has not officially confirmed the March 13 date at the time of writing. The times above follow the pattern the studio has maintained across multiple version previews. If the schedule shifts, HoYoverse will announce the change on its official social media channels and in-game notices.

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You can watch the broadcast live on the official Honkai: Star Rail Twitch and YouTube channels.

Where to Watch

The special program airs simultaneously on two platforms. The Twitch stream is available on the official Honkai: Star Rail channel, and the YouTube premiere goes live on the @HonkaiStarRail channel. Both feeds carry the same content, so pick whichever platform you prefer. HoYoverse sometimes posts a condensed recap on its social accounts shortly after the broadcast ends.

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What to Expect From the Version 4.1 Broadcast

Every special program follows a predictable structure. The developers open with a cinematic trailer for the upcoming version, then walk through new character kits, banner schedules, events, and quality-of-life changes. For Version 4.1, the headline reveal will be Ashveil , a 5-star Lightning character who follows The Hunt path. Ashveil was already teased through HoYoverse's drip marketing campaign, so the livestream will be the first deep dive into his abilities, traces, and Eidolons.

Because Ashveil is the only new limited 5-star in this patch, expect the developers to spend extra time on event breakdowns. Version 4.1 runs on a shortened 4-week schedule, so recurring events like Gift of Odyssey, Realm of the Strange, and Planar Fissure will return alongside patch-specific activities. The Nameless Honor (battle pass) EXP requirement is also being reduced to match the compressed timeline, and the stream will likely confirm the exact numbers.

Two rerun banners are expected alongside Ashveil's banner, one per phase, though the specific characters have not been announced yet. The livestream is usually where those reruns are confirmed.

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Livestream Redeem Codes

HoYoverse drops three limited-time redeem codes during each special program. Each code typically awards a bundle of Stellar Jade (the highlight being 100 Stellar Jade per code), along with resources like Traveler's Guide, Credits, and other upgrade materials. The codes expire quickly — usually within 12 to 24 hours — so redeem them as soon as they appear on screen.

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Codes from the livestream expire fast. Redeem them in-game or through HoYoverse's official code redemption page immediately after they're shown.

Version 4.1 Release Schedule

The patch itself is expected to go live shortly after maintenance on March 24–25, 2026, depending on your server region. Here's the breakdown:

Ashveil's banner is expected to run for the entire 4-week patch duration, from around March 24 through April 21, 2026. Phase 1 reruns should end around April 8, with Phase 2 reruns filling the remaining window through April 21. His signature Light Cone, a Hunt-type weapon, will accompany the banner.

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If you're planning your Stellar Jade budget or deciding whether to pull on current Version 4.0 banners, the March 13 livestream is the moment everything gets locked in. Keep an eye on Honkai: Star Rail's official channels for the formal announcement and any last-minute schedule changes.