Genshin Impact 5.0 Release Date, Banners, Events, and More

Explore Genshin Impact 5.0 release date, banners, events, and major updates coming to Teyvat.

Genshin Impact’s 5.0 update is just around the corner, bringing a wave of excitement to the Teyvat community. This massive update introduces the fiery nation of Natlan along with new characters, events, and substantial gameplay changes. Let’s look deeper into the details of what you can expect from this game-changing update.

Genshin Impact 5.0 Release Date and Maintenance

Genshin Impact version 5.0 is set to launch on August 28th, 2024. As with previous major updates, server maintenance is scheduled to begin at 6:00 AM (UTC+8) and is expected to last for approximately 5 hours. You should remember to plan accordingly and prepare for a brief downtime before jumping into the new content.

Genshin Impact 5.0 Banners and New Characters

Version 5.0 introduces three new characters to the ever-growing roster of Genshin Impact:

Character	Rarity	Element	Weapon Type
Mualani	5-star	Hydro	Catalyst
Kinich	5-star	Dendro	Claymore
Kachina	4-star	Geo	Polearm

The 5.0 update will feature two phases of character banners:

Genshin Impact 5.0 Character Banner Phase 1

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Duration: August 28th – September 17th, 2024

Character	Banner
Mualani (5-Star Hydro)	Sharktacular Surfari
Kaedehara Kazuha (6-Star Anemo)	Leaves in the Wind
Kachina (4-Star Geo)	Sharktacular Surfari and Leaves in the Wind

Genshin Impact 5.0 Character Banner Phase 2

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Duration: September 17th – October 8th, 2024

Character	Banner
Kinich (5-Star Dendro)	Seeker of Flame-Wrought Secrets
Raiden Shogun (5-Star Electro)	Reign of Serenity

Genshin Impact 5.0 New Weapons

Two new 5-star weapons will be available in the weapon banners:

1. Mualani’s signature weapon: Surf’s Up (Catalyst)
2. Kinich’s signature weapon: Fang of the Mountain King (Claymore)

These weapons will be featured alongside their respective character banners, offering you the chance to fully kit out your new characters.

Natlan Region in Genshin Impact 5.0

The 5.0 update marks the debut of Natlan, the domain of the Pyro Archon. This new region introduces three distinct tribal areas for you to explore:

1. Children of Echoes tribe
2. People of the Springs tribe
3. Scions of the Canopy tribe

Each area promises unique landscapes, challenges, and cultural experiences. You can look forward to uncovering the secrets and conflicts that shape this fiery nation.

Genshin Impact 5.0 Events

Version 5.0 of Genshin Impact comes packed with events and generous rewards:

1. Traces of Artistry
2. Of Thorns and Crowns
3. Mementos of Teyvat
4. Dodoco’s Boom-Bastic Escapades
5. Ley Line Overflow event

The 5.0 update represents a significant milestone for Genshin Impact, introducing a wealth of content and improvements. From exploring the vibrant land of Natlan to pulling for new characters and optimizing builds with improved systems, there’s something for every type of player in this exciting new chapter.

FAQs

• When does Genshin Impact 5.0 release?
  • Genshin Impact 5.0 is scheduled to be released on August 28th, 2024.
• Who are the new characters in version 5.0?
  • The new characters are Mualani (5-star Hydro), Kinich (5-star Dendro), and Kachina (4-star Geo).
• What major system changes are coming in 5.0?
  • A: Key changes include artifact customization, improved weapon banner pity, World Level 9, and a new quick start feature for Archon Quests.