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Since its initial release date on September 28, 2020, Genshin Impact has been updated for several major versions and minor updates. This page lists all the versions and the release dates of each version with highlights.
Along with the new versions, new characters, weapons, artifacts, and more will be also released for players to choose from. If you’re finding the Genshin Impact release date of all characters, this ultimate guide is the right place.
Go to the Versions List and click on each version to view the release date and details.
What is the next version of Genshin Impact?
Update: Genshin Impact Version 4.2 is upcoming on November 01, 2023.
Update: Genshin Impact Version 4.1 is upcoming on September 27, 2023.
Update: Genshin Impact Version 4.0 is upcoming on August 16, 2023.
Update: Genshin Impact Version 3.8 is upcoming on July 07, 2023.
Update: Genshin Impact Version 3.7 is upcoming on May 24, 2023.
Update: Genshin Impact Version 3.6 is upcoming on April 12, 2023.
Update: Genshin Impact Version 3.5 is upcoming on March 01, 2023.
Update: Genshin Impact Version 3.4 is upcoming on January 18, 2023.
Update: Genshin Impact Version 3.3 is upcoming on December 07, 2022.
Update: Genshin Impact Version 3.2 is upcoming on November 02, 2022.
Update: Genshin Impact Version 3.1 is upcoming on September 28, 2022.
Update: Genshin Impact Version 3.0 is upcoming on August 24, 2022.
Update: Genshin Impact Version 2.8 is upcoming on July 13, 2022.
Update: Genshin Impact Version 2.7 was launched on May 31st, 2022, as scheduled. The upcoming new version should be 2.8 or 3.0 after six weeks of normal updates.
Developer miHoYo has confirmed that Genshin Impact Version 2.7 will launch for the next update. This release date is in line with the game’s six-week schedule, starting from March 30, 2022, the release date of Genshin Impact 2.6, giving its player base a stream of updates at consistent intervals.
| Version | Name | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| 3.8 | Secret Summer Paradise | July 5, 2023 |
| 3.7 | Duel! The Summoners' Summit! | May 24, 2023 |
| 3.6 | A Parade of Providence | April 12, 2023 |
| 3.5 | Windblume's Breath | March 1, 2023 |
| 3.4 | The Exquisite Night Chimes | January 18, 2023 |
| 3.3 | All Senses Clear, All Existence Void | December 07, 2022 |
| 3.2 | Akasha Pulses, the Kalpa Flame Rises | November 02, 2022 |
| 3.1 | King Deshret and the Three Magi | September 28, 2022 |
| 3.0 | The Morn a Thousand Roses Brings | August 24, 2022 |
| Version | Name | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2.8 | Summer Fantasia | July 13, 2022 |
| 2.7 | Hidden Dreams in the Depths | May 31st, 2022 |
| 2.6 | Zephyr of the Violet Garden | March 30, 2022 |
| 2.5 | When the Sakura Bloom | February 16, 2022 |
| 2.4 | Fleeting Colors in Flight | January 5, 2022 |
| 2.3 | Shadows Amidst Snowstorms | November 24, 2021 |
| 2.2 | Into the Perilous Labyrinth of Fog | October 13, 2021 |
| 2.1 | Floating World Under the Moonlight | September 1, 2021 |
| 2.0 | The Immovable God and the Eternal Euthymia | July 21, 2021 |
| Version | Name | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 | Midsummer Island Adventure | June 9, 2021 |
| 1.5 | Invitation of Windblume | April 28, 2021 |
| 1.4 | Fleeting Colors in Flight | March 17, 2021 |
| 1.3 | All That Glitters | February 3, 2021 |
| 1.2 | The Chalk Prince and the Dragon | December 23, 2020 |
| 1.1 | A New Star Approaches | November 11, 2020 |
| 1.0 | Welcome to Teyvat (Global Release) | September 28, 2020 |
"Emissary of Solitary Iniquity" (5-Star Cryo Catalyst)
"Ordainer of Inexorable Judgment" (5-Star Hydro Catalyst)
Big update – Genshin Impact 4.0 was released on August 16, 2023, with a new region – Fontaine, launched to players for exploring.
Weapon Event
Forgeable
Battle Pass
Fishing Association
No characters were released in this version.
"Cat Upon the Eaves" (4-Star Dendro Sword)
Phase 1
Phase 2
Ibis Piercer (4-Star Bow)
Phase 1
Phase 2
Jadefall’s Splendor (5-Star Catalyst)Jadefall’s Splendor (5-Star Catalyst)
Nymph’s Dream
Vourukasha’s Glow
Phase 1
Phase 2
Beacon of the Reed Sea (5-Star Claymore)
Mailed Flower (4-Star Claymore)
Phase 1
Phase 2
Light of Foliar Incision (5-Star Sword)
Phase 1
Phase 2
Tulaytullah’s Remembrance (5-Star Catalyst)
Toukabou Shigure (4-Star Sword)
The release date of the latest Genshin Impact 3.1 is September 28, 2022. In Genshin Impact 3.1, there are a few new things first seen in the game, including a new 4-star Hydro character – Candace (“Golden Vow”), a new 5-star Hydro character – Nilou (“Dance of Lotuslight”), and a new 5-star Electro character – Cyno (“Judicator of Secrets”). Two Polearms and one Sword.
So it’s not a surprise that new weapons are released in Genshin Impact 3.1.
They are the best weapon option for new characters.
Two artifacts – Deepwood Memories
and Gilded Dreams were first seen in the new Genshin Impact 3.1.
The release date of the latest Genshin Impact 3.0 is August 24, 2022. In Genshin Impact 3.0, there are a few new things first seen in the game, including a new 4-star Dendro character – Collei (“Sprout of Rebirth”), a new 5-star Dendro character – Tighnari (“Verdant Strider”). Both use a Bow as a weapon.
So it’s not a surprise that new bows are released in Genshin Impact 3.0.
They are the best weapon option for new characters.
Two artifacts – Deepwood Memories
and Gilded Dreams were first seen in the new Genshin Impact 3.0.
You must have found a new Element – Dendro.
The release date of the latest Genshin Impact 2.8 is July 13, 2022. In Genshin Impact 2.8, there are a few new things first seen in the game, including a new 4-star Anemo character – Shikanoin Heizou, a new 5-star weapon – Aqua Simulacra, which is the best weapon option for Yelan, and a new 4 weapon – Fading Twilight, no artifacts announced in the version 2.7.
"Analytical Harmony" (4-Star Anemo Catalyst)
Phase 1
Phase 2
No artifacts were announced in Genshin Impact 2.8.
The release date of the latest Genshin Impact 2.7 is May 31st, 2022. In Genshin Impact 2.7, there are a few new things first seen in the game, including a new 5-star Hydro character – Yelan, a 4-star Electro character – Kuki Shinobu, a new 5-star weapon – Aqua Simulacra, which is the best weapon option for Yelan, and a new 4 weapon – Fading Twilight, no artifacts announced in the version 2.7.
"Valley Orchid" Yelan (5-Star Hydro Bow)
"Mender of Tribulations" Kuki Shinobu (4-Star Electro Sword)
No artifacts were announced in Genshin Impact 2.7.
The release date of the latest Genshin Impact 2.6 is March 30, 2022. In Genshin Impact 2.6, there are a few new things first seen in the game, including a new 5-star character – Kamisato Ayato, a new 5-star weapon – Haran Geppaku Futsu, and two new 4 or 5-star artifact sets – Vermillion Hereafter and Echoes of an Offering, and more.
"Pillar of Fortitude" Kamisato Ayato, a 5-Star Hydro Sword character.
Phase 1
Phase 2
Haran Geppaku Futsu is a new 5-star Sword in Genshin Imapct 2.6
The release date of Genshi Impact 2.5 is February 16, 2022. In Genshin Impact 2.5, there are a few new things for players, including a new 5-star character – Yae Miko, new 4/5 star weapons, and more.
"Astute Amusement" Yae Miko (5-Star Electro Catalyst)
Phase 1
Phase 2
No new artifacts released in the 5th version.
Story Quests
The release date of Genshin Impact 2.4 was January 5, 2022, with two new characters – one 4 stars character Yun Jin and one 5-star character Shenhe, and weapons updated in the game.
The release date of Genshin Impact 2.3 was November 24, 2021, with a few new characters and weapons updated in the game.
"Hanamizaka Heroics" Arataki Itto (5-Star Geo Claymore)
"Canine Warrior" Gorou (4-Star Geo Bow)
Story Quests
Hangout Events: Series IV
The release date of Genshin Impact 2.2 was October 13, 2021, with a few new characters and weapons updated in the game.
Hangout Events: Series III
Chores
The release date of Genshin Impact 2.1 was September 1, 2021, with a few new characters and weapons updated in the game.
"Plane of Euthymia" Raiden Shogun (5-Star Electro Polearm)
"Pearl of Wisdom" Sangonomiya Kokomi (5-Star Hydro Catalyst)
"Crowfeather Kaburaya" Kujou Sara (4-Star Electro Bow)
Phase 1
Phase 2
Archon Quests
Story Quests
The release date of Genshin Impact 2.0 was July 21, 2021, with a few new characters and weapons updated in the game.
Four more new weapons:
"Frostflake Heron" Kamisato Ayaka (5-Star Cryo Sword)
"Frolicking Flames" Yoimiya (5-Star Pyro Bow)
"Mujina Ninja" Sayu (4-Star Anemo Claymore)
Archon Quests Chapter II
Story Quests
The release date of Genshin Impact 1.6 was June 9, 2021, with a few new characters and weapons updated in the game.
"Scarlet Leaves Pursue Wild Waves" Kaedehara Kazuha (5-Star Anemo Sword)
No new artifacts released in Genshin Impact 1.6.
New Archon Quests
New World Quests
The release date of Genshin Impact 1.5 was April 28, 2021, with a few new characters and weapons updated in the game.
Hangout Events: Series II
Story Quests
The release date of Genshin Impact 1.4 was March 17, 2021, with a few new characters and weapons updated in the game.
"Thorny Benevolence" Rosaria (4-Star Cryo Polearm)
Archon Quest “Chapter I: Act IV – We Will Be Reunited”
The release date of Genshin Impact 1.3 was February 3, 2021, with a few new characters and weapons updated in the game.
New Story Quests
New World Quests
A total of 26 festive World Quests will become available over the course of the Lantern Rite event, accessible from “Lantern Rite Tales” on the Events menu.
No name cards released in Genshin Impact 1.3.
The release date of Genshin Impact 1.2 was December 23, 2020, with a few new characters and weapons updated in the game.
New Story Quests
New World Quests
The release date of Genshin Impact 1.1 was November 11, 2020, with a few new characters and weapons updated in the game.
New Archon Quest
New Story Quests
New World Quests
The release date of Genshin Impact 1.0 was September 28, 2020. In this first version, Genshin Impact released the majority of the playable characters.
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Phase 2:
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