Honkai 3rd Impact Part 2 Releases on February 29

Genshin Impact is giving Cyno his second Story Quest in Version 4.6, but it may also be introducing a future playable character as well. Over the course of its history, Genshin Impact has proven to be no stranger when it comes to teasing upcoming characters through in-game content. Xianyun's human form was teased in the Lantern Rite a year before her official debut, and Charlotte made her first appearance in Version 3.7 despite joining the roster in Version 4.2.

With beta testing for Version 4.6 in full swing, a reliable source in the Genshin Impact community has revealed which characters will have Story Quests in the new update. Story Quests have been a steady way for Genshin Impact to tell individual stories concerning a character, reveal important lore about the world of Teyvat, or even introduce a new weekly boss. Version 4.6 is set to be one of the biggest content updates in Genshin Impact's history, as it will also launch with multiple Story Quests on top of the new zone and Flagship Event.

Recent Genshin Impact leaks show two new bosses and Remuria enemies that will allegedly arrive in version 4.6. With the closed beta test for Genshin Impact's update 4.6 now underway, leaks about the upcoming content have arisen. It was revealed that the next version will expand Teyvat into new sub-regions, Bayda Harbor and Petrichor Island, to fill some empty spaces on the map. In addition, it will bring back a fan-favorite domain event, Vibro-Crystal Research, that requires players to dispatch enemies within a limited time to earn Primogems and other rewards.

Arlecchino’s entire animation reel in 4.6 has been leaked, showcasing what may be one of the coolest sets available so far. Aside from being the well-known Fatui Harbinger, also called The Knave, Arlecchino is one of the most anticipated playable characters in the game. She was leaked long before the release of Fontaine and, with the arrival of the Nation of Hydro, made her debut as an NPC. Now, Arlecchino’s release in 4.6 has been officially confirmed by developer HoYoverse, though details about how she operates are still scarce.

Genshin Impact has revealed a character demo for Chiori, showcasing her abilities, personality, and style. Genshin Impact has released a wide roster of characters over the course of its history, and Fontaine alone has brought several new favorites to the ensemble. From Neuvillette and Furina revolutionizing Hydro teams with new types of gameplay, to Xianyun bringing an entire niche into the mainstream. By contrast, Chiori is meant to be a more conservative addition to Genshin Impact, but that may not necessarily reduce her value.

Genshin Impact has revealed a story teaser for Chiori ahead of Version 4.5, offering players a glimpse into the new character's no-nonsense personality. Originally from Inazuma, Chiori left for Fontaine to establish herself as a fashion designer and clothier. To navigate the cutthroat fashion industry in the Court of Fontaine, Chiori made ample use of her swordsmanship and blunt personality, and won the hearts of the Genshin Impact community during the Fontinalia Film Festival event in Version 4.3.

Genshin Impact could be adding mounts in the near future, as a recent leak from a reliable source hints that Natlan's overworld will make use of mounts as its primary exploration system. Ever since Inazuma, Genshin Impact has sought to add more ways to interact with the world. From the Waverider to the Four-Leaf Sigil, exploration is far more versatile than what it used to be at launch. Gliding is no longer the sole way to cross major distances, and the addition of underwater exploration in Fontaine has further diversified the experience.

A revolutionary new gameplay system for Natlan in has allegedly leaked, hinting at not only a new way to explore the game but also the sheer size of the upcoming region of Teyvat. Natlan is the Land of Pyro and the sixth major nation to be added to the live-service title by HoYoverse, following the release of Fontaine last year. Some details about Natlan’s release in are heavily rumored, while others have been leaked as the content is reportedly already undergoing tests.

Capcom continues its spotlights of Dragon’s Dogma 2’s playable vocations with two videos focused on a pair of the game’s hybrid vocations: the Magick Archer and Mystic Spearhand.

Reported by Insider Gaming (via XboxEra’s Shapeshal_Nick) there appears to be a suggestion that the long rumored PC port of Ghost of Tsushima may finally be announced sometime this week.

A recent leak revealed that Honkai: Star Rail might release three new character skins. Honkai: Star Rail has a diverse cast of interesting characters, with many of them being alternate versions of characters from Honkai Impact 3rd and Genshin Impact.

A recent revenue report reveals that Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail achieved impressive sales figures in February 2024. Both games run on a gacha system, which means that most of the revenue comes from players spending their real-life money to pull for limited characters and weapons.