Reservations Exceed 70 Million: Tencent's New 'Honor of Kings' Game Sets Launch Date for September 10

Summary

On the evening of August 27, 'Honor of Kings Chess' (Wangzhe Wanxiangqi) held its launch date announcement event across multiple streaming platforms, officially revealing that total reservations have surpassed 70 million, with the public beta set for September 10, 2026, launching simultaneously on mobile and PC. During the event, producer Donny detailed the gameplay highlights and officially initiated the 'Ace Hero Project'. Renowned magician Liu Qian was invited to showcase the core fun of the game through magic tricks and announced the release date. Additionally, streamer Lü Dehua, esports player刺痛, and singer Huang Zitao participated in major segments, presenting content updates, esports events, and cross-over collaborations. The game emphasizes a design philosophy of 'one brush, two nurture, three explosions' to ensure accessibility for both new and veteran players. This announcement gives fans of the IP a clear release window and highlights Tencent's sustained push into cross-platform strategies and IP ecosystem operations. As a spin-off of the 'Honor of Kings' franchise, this title has become one of the most anticipated games of 2026, backed by 70 million reservations. For players, it means a new polished board-game-style title is on the horizon; for the industry, it demonstrates how leading IPs can generate market buzz through diverse content formats and celebrity…