Summary
- Fans should keep an eye on March 13 for the possible launch of the next Genshin Impact patch update & exciting new content leaks.
- Leaks suggest 4.5 will include the launch of Chiori, a third banner, and bundles with five-star weapons.
- Characters like Arataki Itto, Neuvillette, and Kazuha may be reprised in Genshin Impact 4.5, along with event weapons.
As Genshin Impact players approach the month of March, there is a certain special date to write down: March 13. The next patch update is predicted to come on that day, following the patterns that players have seen before in Genshin Impact maintenance. Though it is meant to be a filler update, leaks and suggestions have good promise for what's meant to come.
This patch has had a lot of exciting leaks pop up. Anything from new bundles to new banners, there is a lot of talk about what to look forward to and keep hopes up for with Genshin Impact 4.5. There are also plenty of characters to look forward to seeing, including new Geo five-star sword user Chiori. Players who are looking forward to her should start saving up, especially since version 4.5 is estimated to give around 50 wishes.
What's Known About Genshin Impact 4.5
New Characters and Reruns in 4.5
One of the most anticipated characters in the upcoming version is the new character, Chiori. From what's been seen about her kit in leaks, she seems to have a similar role to Albedo in parties. Her little puppet attacks alongside players and makes her work like a sub-DPS. Her burst deals AOE Geo DMG and her kit may also infuse her weapon with Geo similarly to Genshin Impact's Keqing.
But she isn't the only one on the way. Though there has been some back and forth about the matter, the predicted characters getting a rerun in this version are Genshin Impact's Arataki Itto, Neuvillette, and Kazuha. All of these units are strong and can be game-changing for the player who has the appropriate units for them. Kazuha is a catch-all who can replace other units like Venti, Sucrose, or Lynette. Neuvillette is game-breaking, enough to the point that one of the popular Spiral Abyss teams from his launch version was just him alone. For Itto, it's recommended that players have the following:
- Gorou (designated support)
- Albedo (Geo sub-DPS)
- Zhongli (Geo support and potential sub-DPS)
- Bennett (buffer/healer)
New Additions to Genshin Impact
Perhaps one of the biggest things being added to Genshin Impact, according to recent rumors, is a third banner. It is also limited, but likely to remain in place for the entire patch rather than work like the other banners--however, that is speculation at the moment. It's said to be a regional banner, featuring Genshin Impact characters from one nation and one nation only. In version 4.5, it's rumored to be Mondstadt that dominates this regional banner.
As of right now, the characters people are saying are on the banner include Genshin Impact's Albedo, Klee, and Eula. It's also implied that their signature weapons will be on the banner as well, which leaves fans wondering what will show up for Klee and Albedo, whose best-in-slot weapons were limited four-star event weapons. Speaking of weapons, the free weapon during the version's event is allegedly a four-star HP sub-stat polearm--which is odd, since it doesn't appear to be good for any of the rate-up characters. However, it may be good for:
- Arlecchino (Speculation)
- Yao Yao
- Chevreuse
There is also a bundle coming to the Genshin Impact shop that is said to feature sets of five-star weapons. It is, of course, paid. There were a lot of misconceptions surrounding the introduction of this bundle. At first, rumors spread that it would be possible to buy weapons with Starglitter, obtained from wishing on banners, in the shop alongside the other four-star characters and weapons. However, this has had no backing from any reliable leakers; instead, this bundle has the backing and support from data miners.
Genshin Impact
- Released
- September 28, 2020
WHERE TO PLAY
Step into Teyvat, a vast world teeming with life and flowing with elemental energy.
You and your sibling arrived here from another world. Separated by an unknown god, stripped of your powers, and cast into a deep slumber, you now awake to a world very different from when you first arrived.
Thus begins your journey across Teyvat to seek answers from The Seven — the gods of each element. Along the way, prepare to explore every inch of this wondrous world, join forces with a diverse range of characters, and unravel the countless mysteries that Teyvat holds...
MASSIVE OPEN WORLD
Climb any mountain, swim across any river, and glide over the world below, taking in the jaw-dropping scenery each step of the way. And if you stop to investigate a wandering Seelie or strange mechanism, who knows what you might discover?
ELEMENTAL COMBAT SYSTEM
Harness the seven elements to unleash elemental reactions. Anemo, Electro, Hydro, Pyro, Cryo, Dendro, and Geo interact in all sorts of ways, and Vision wielders have the power to turn this to their advantage.
Will you vaporize Hydro with Pyro, electro-charge it with Electro, or freeze it with Cryo? Your mastery of the elements will give you the upper hand in battle and exploration.
BEAUTIFUL VISUALS
Feast your eyes on the world around you, with a stunning art style, real-time rendering, and finely tuned character animations delivering you a truly immersive visual experience. Lighting and weather all change naturally over time, bringing every detail of this world to life.
SOOTHING SOUNDTRACK
Let the beautiful sounds of Teyvat draw you in as you explore the expansive world around you. Performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the soundtrack changes seamlessly with the time and gameplay to match the mood.
BUILD YOUR DREAM TEAM
Team up with a diverse cast of characters in Teyvat, each with their own unique personalities, stories, and abilities. Discover your favorite party combinations and level up your characters to help you conquer even the most daunting of enemies and domains.
JOURNEY WITH FRIENDS
Team up with friends across various platforms to trigger more elemental action, tackle tricky boss fights, and conquer challenging domains together to reap rich rewards.
As you stand atop the peaks of Jueyun Karst and take in the rolling clouds and vast terrain stretching out before you, you may wish to stay in Teyvat a little longer... But until you are reunited with your lost sibling, how can you rest? Go forth, Traveler, and begin your adventure!
- ESRB
- Teen / Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items), Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
- Publisher(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
- Engine
- Unity
- Multiplayer
- Online Co-Op
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, iOS, Android
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
- Metascore
- 86
- Platforms That Support Crossplay
- Mobile, PC, PS4 & PS5
