Genshin Impact 4.4 update: Banners, events, skins, & more

The Genshin Impact 4.4 update has just been released and there’s a brand new 5-star to get as well as the Lantern Rite festival to experience. Here’s everything you need to know about the current update for the beloved HoYoverse game.

The Lantern Rite festival has become a big event in Genshin Impact, providing fans with exciting new stories, and a lot of fantastic rewards. The 4.4 update once again celebrates the festival to commemorate Chinese New Year, and there’s a lot of great content in the game.

A new 5-star character, Xianyun has debuted in the update, alongside a 4-star fighter Gaming. There’s also an exciting new region, Chenyu Vale, for fans to explore, and a lot of great events to enjoy. So, here’s a full rundown of what you can expect to enjoy in the most recent update.

Contents

• Genshin Impact version 4.4 release date
• Genshin Impact 4.4 banner characters 
• Genshin Impact 4.4 new location 
• Ganyu, Shenhe, and Xingqiu skins in Genshin Impact version 4.4
• Genshin Impact version 4.4 events

Genshin Impact version 4.4 release date 

The 4.4 update was released on January 31, 2024, and is expected to run until March 13, 2024.

Genshin Impact 4.4 banners 

The 4.4 update features a handful of new banners including the debut of 5-star Anemo user Xianyun, and 4-star Pyro wielder Gaming. The following characters are available during Phase 1 of the update:

• Gaming (Pyro)
• Faruzan (Anemo)
• Noelle (Geo)

During Phase 1 of the 4.4 update, fans will be able to pull on the following rerun banners:

• Xiao (5-star, Anemo)
• Yae Miko (5-star, Electro)

Genshin Impact 4.4 new location 

A brand new location has been introduced during version 4.4 of Genshin Impact called Chenyu Vale.

This subregion features Hui architecture, waterfalls, and Golden Carp lanterns. One of the most essential aspects of this location is that the locals believe in the presence of more Gods than just Rex Lapis.

Ganyu, Shenhe, and Xingqiu skins in Genshin Impact version 4.4

A handful of new character skins will be available during the Genshin Impact 4.4 update, these are:

• Xingqiu
• Shenhe
• Ganyu

Xingqiu‘s new skin is available to obtain for free in the game, while Shenhe and Ganyu’s skins will need to be purchased with Genesis Crystals.

Genshin Impact version 4.4 events

There are a number of events you can enjoy in version 4.4 of Genshin Impact version 4.4. You can find a rundown of all the events below:

• Vibrant Harriers Aloft in Spring Breeze: This is the featured event of version 4.4. During this event you can participate in multiple tasks to earn Primogems, one free 4-star character from Liyue, and Xingqiu’s outfit.
• Receiver of Friends from Afar: Travel to Wangshu Inn and prepare food for your friends to earn Primogems as rewards.
• Journey Through Hilinigmatic Terrain: Travel to Dadaupa Gorge to investigate the strange behavior of the Hilichurl tribes.
• Triumphant Frenzy: Delve deep into mysterious domains to battle against treacherous foes and earn rewards.
• May Fortune Find You: Earn 10 Intertwined Fate as log-in rewards.
• Of Kites and New Sights: Earn Intertwined Fates, Hero’s Wit, and other rewards.

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