Honkai Star Rail 3.5 Preload: File size, how to pre-load & more details

Important details you need to know about 3.5

HoYoverse has finally rolled out the preload for the Honkai Star Rail 3.5, which is officially set to launch on August 13, 2025.

Preload will let the fans download the update early, skipping the wait for installation and can jump straight into the game once the new update is out. Let’s find out more details in this article.

Version 3.5 Update and Maintenance NoticeHello, Trailblazers!The Express Crew will conduct version update maintenance on 2025/08/13 06:00:00 (UTC+8). After maintenance, the game will be updated to Version 3.5 "Before Their Deaths."Learn More: https://t.co/RUtUg4IBfv… pic.twitter.com/tBX7aSEfNr

— Honkai: Star Rail (@honkaistarrail) August 11, 2025

When does Honkai Star Rail 3.5 preload start?

The preload for Honkai Star Rail 3.5 will start from August 11, 2025, for PC, PlayStation, Android and iOS.

This scheduling ensures that you’re ready for the upcoming update, which offers exciting new features such as the “Delete Past Mission Resources” option for PC users and automated resource exclusion on mobile based on progress.

The maintenance for the 3.5 version will start on August 13, 2025, at 06:00:00 (UTC+8).

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Preload file sizes for each platform

Here are the file size for every platform:

• PC: 4.9 GB
• Android and iOS: 2.4 GB
• PlayStation: Size to be confirmed (check back for updates)

These file sizes might grow more if you decide to add multiple voice packs.

How to preload Honkai Star Rail 3.5?

Follow these simple steps to preload the game on every platform:

For PC

Launch HoYoPlay, then pick Star Rail. Look for the Pre-Install Icon next to Start. Click it to view the resource size and storage requirements, then select Download to begin.

For Mobile (Android & iOS)

Start the game, navigate to the login screen, and locate the Pre-Download Resource Icon in the bottom right corner. Click it, confirm the storage, and you’ll be preloading. The process is the same for Android and iOS.

For PlayStation

PlayStation simplifies the process: run the game, and if you have enough space, the download will begin automatically.

With version 3.5 introducing new characters, events, and quality-of-life improvements, preloading is your best bet for getting in quickly.

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