Genshin Impact version 5.3 releases next week – here’s everything you need to know about the new playable characters and events
- Genshin Impact version 5.3 arrives on January 1, 2025
- It adds two new playable five-star characters
- This is in addition to a new four-star character, story act, in-game events and more
Developer Hooverse has shared some details about the Genshin impact Version 5.3, or ‘Incandescent Ode of Resurrection’ update, will launch on January 1, 2025.
Major additions include the debut of not just one, but two five-star characters: Mavuika and Citlali. As a Pyro Archon, Mavuika has two unique combat styles. She can fight with her Claymore sword or decimate enemies atop Flamestrider – a unique fiery engine build.
Her Element ability summons the Ring of Searing Radiance, which follows your active character and deals significant Pyro damage to nearby enemies. She also possesses a unique Fighting Spirit resource, which is required to activate her Element Burst Pyro attack and achieve a special, more powerful state. There will also be a new story mission available, introducing you to the character.
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On the other hand, Citlali, also known as ‘Granny Itztli’, is a powerful Cyro Catalyst fighter. She is accompanied by two companions, Itzpapa and Citalin, who transform into a magical set of pillows that she floats on top of while exploring. In combat, Citali uses her companions to summon shields and deal high Cyro damage.
In the second half of version 5.3, Lan Yan, a four-star Anemo Catalyst user, debuts with a Swallow-Wisp shield that can absorb Hydro, Pyro, Cyro, or Electro-elemental damage. The absorbed damage type can then be returned to the enemy with her air attacks.
The update also brings a new story act to Natlan’s Archon Quest, which will pit the player against the powerful new Abyssal Mimic Dragon, aka Lord of Eroded Primal Fire, the boss.
The Lantern Rite event returns to Liyue Harbor, bathing the area in a soft, warm glow. Players can claim free rewards via the in-game mail system, including 1,600 Primogens and the ‘Wings of Fate’s Course Intertwined’ glider, in celebration of the festival. This is in addition to the 10 Intertwined Fate via daily login rewards and a free four-star character for those who complete the Lantern Rite event.
If you’re looking for more outfits, you can claim Xiangling’s “New Year’s Cheer” look by completing missions to increase the event’s Festive Fever level. Hu Tao’s ‘Cherries Snow-Laden’ outfit will also be available for purchase in the in-game store at a limited time discount.
This is all on top of a series of balance changes, plus the permanent introduction of the popular rhythm game mode.
If you want to try it Genshin impact For yourself before the update launches, it will be available as a free-to-play title on Android, iOS, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC.