Genshin Impact has officially confirmed the exact date and time of the Special Program event for version 4.4. Before each new update arrives, developer HoYoverse hosts a livestream event that reveals most of the upcoming content, such as new characters, storylines, weapons, etc.
The addition of the Fontaine region has introduced tons of new Genshin Impact characters along with their intriguing storylines, with the Hydro Archon Furina being in the main spotlight. The game's social media accounts have already confirmed the arrival of two new playable units for update 4.4.
Genshin Impact's official Twitter account has revealed that the upcoming Special Program livestream event will be held on January 19 at 07:00 AM (UTC-5). Following the previous update release patterns, players can expect Genshin Impact version 4.4 to drop around January 31. This update will feature the Lantern Rite Festival, an annual event in celebration of the Lunar New Year. The events of this festival almost always take place in the Liyue region, which makes sense since its design is based on Chinese culture. During this time, developer HoYoverse usually slows down the development of the main Archon Quest and switches its focus back to the Geo nation.
Two new characters have already been confirmed to arrive in this update, Xianyun and Gaming. Xianyun has been mentioned in numerous rumors over the last couple of months, and she was referred to as the human version of the Cloud Retainer. While HoYoverse revealed this character's design in a teaser video, Cloud Retainer has yet to make an in-game appearance in her human form.
As an Adeptus, Cloud Retainer is one of the most powerful characters in the Geo nation who works alongside Morax. When it comes to her power on the field, recent leaks have revealed that Xianyun will be a new Anemo user who has the potential to be a powerful support. Supportive characters that use this element can be very flexible, since Anemo cannot interfere with other elemental reactions, unlike most other elements.
Unlike Xianyun, there is not a lot of official information about Gaming other than the details provided in this official bio. He is described as a spirited performer known for his iconic Wushou Dance in Liyue Harbor. Gaming is also a guard whose duties are tied to cargo shipments and client escorts. He is expected to be a new four-star character obtainable for free during the Lantern Rite Festival.
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Genshin Impact has revealed a brand-new Catalyst weapon Xianyun will be using after she makes her playable debut in version 4.4. In a trailer dedicated to Xianyun, Genshin Impact has given players their first look at the upcoming five-star unit and teased her relationship with Ganyu. As it turned out, she used to keep an eye on baby Ganyu and give her some tiny toys as a gift.
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With Version 4.4 set for release on January 31, 2024, Genshin Impact has revealed the character teaser for the upcoming 5-Star Anemo Catalyst Xianyun. Though Version 4.4 is set to bring a new Lantern Rite event, Chenyu Vale, three alternate skins, and two playable characters to Genshin Impact, its community hasn't exactly been happy with the annual rewards provided by the game, especially when compared to the generosity shown by the team working on Honkai: Star Rail.
Genshin Impact is currently being review-bombed in China, on top of suffering a massive loss of social media followers. Its ongoing difficulties appear to be related to HoYoverse's recent livestream announcing the Genshin Impact 4.4 Banners and some additional events.
Genshin Impact has been review bombed and its official Douyin (TikTok) account has lost nearly 1m followers after the recent version 4.4 livestream announced that three only dollops of Intertwined Fate material will be gifted to players during the game's Lantern Rite event.
miHoYo has announced the next update for Genshin Impact – Version 4.4, “Vibrant Harriers Aloft in Spring Breeze.” It goes live on January 31st and features the return of the Lantern Rite in Liyue, with a new area, Chenyu Vale, becoming available. Check out the trailer below.
It's shaping up to be a Geo-centered update on Genshin Impact in the near future, as both Albedo and Itto have been missing for over ten patches since their last banner appearance. Waiting lists for limited characters are a favorite in the Genshin Impact community, as it helps players chart their gacha journey by being mindful of the last time a 5-Star character had their rerun. While there is always a chance that an Event Banner in Genshin Impact receives an early rerun, as is the case with Yoimiya, HoYoverse tends to prioritize characters who haven't had a reappearance in recent versions.
The latest Special Preview Program for Genshin Impact has revealed an ambitious slate of new content coming in Version 4.4, which also includes skins for Ganyu, Shenhe, and Xingqiu, as well as confirming the event banners for Xianyun, Nahida, Xiao, and Yae Miko. Chenyu Vale in Genshin Impact is finally making its debut, as the new zone will bridge the gap between Fontaine and Liyue, and connect the two nations together. In addition to exploring its breathtaking sights, Genshin Impact players will also be able to aid the local adeptus in healing the land, and even challenge a new world boss.
The details about 4.4 have been officially confirmed by developer HoYoverse following the related livestream. A lot of the content that is planned for the upcoming patch has already been shared by leakers. Nevertheless, the official reveal comes as good news, as leaks can be inaccurate or subject to change ahead of the release of the Version. Among the reveals are Xianyun’s leaked gameplay kit in 4.4, facts about this year’s version of the Lantern Rite Festival, and even two map expansions to the region of Liyue.
Hello, Travelers! The Genshin Impact dev team is excited to wish you all the best for the new year and announce our first version update of 2024! Version 4.4 Vibrant Harriers Aloft in Spring Breeze will be released on January 31 and brings us back to Liyue! You are invited to join Xianyun and Gaming to celebrate the new year in Teyvat, enjoy the festivities and obtain numerous rewards, including 10 + 3 Intertwined Fate, a free 4-star Liyue character, and a new outfit for Xingqiu.