Summary
- According to a leak, Version 5.5 of Genshin Impact may bring new Artifact Sets to Natlan.
- The update could introduce a second Artifact Domain in Natlan, shaping in-game strategies.
- New sets in Genshin Impact will likely complement upcoming characters' abilities.
A recent leak in the Genshin Impact community has revealed that Version 5.5 could introduce a second batch of Artifact Sets in Natlan, after a hiatus of four updates. While Genshin Impact is known for having a very strict schedule for content updates, there is an argument to be made that Natlan has been an exception in this regard. Version 5.2 launched with an Interlude instead of the final Act of Natlan's Archon Quest, while Version 5.3 and Version 5.4 have both skipped adding a map expansion to the new region.
As a result, the tail end of Natlan is expected to be heavy in content, while the stretch of updates between Version 5.1 and Version 5.5 has been described as dry by the Genshin Impact community. While the Archon Quest was of equal length to Fontaine and Sumeru, and Ochkanatlan was well-received by fans, Natlan in Genshin Impact will only have two zones and one Artifact Domain to work with seven months after launch.
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According to hxg_diluc via DK2, Version 5.5 will seemingly be the update to introduce the second Artifact Domain for Natlan, and there are several factors that point in this direction. Version 5.2 introduced the Flower-Feather Clan and the Masters of the Night-Wind, but the Collective of Plenty is still missing. Since Version 5.4 is set to launch without a new area, and Iansan is rumored for Version 5.5, adding two Artifact Sets in Genshin Impact to the upcoming Natlan map expansion is a likely outcome.
Genshin Impact Could Be Adding New Artifact Sets in Version 5.5
Given that Natlan supports prefer Scroll of the Hero of Cinder City, and Natlan hypercarries prefer Obsidian Codex, these new Artifact Sets would have to focus on a new niche entirely. While the leak doesn't mention the exact bonuses of the new Artifact Sets, it's important to remember that they tend to synergize with the ability kits of upcoming Genshin Impact characters. According to the list, Iansan, Varesa, Effie, and Ifa are all expected to launch between Version 5.5 and Version 5.6.
Assuming both Iansan and Varesa are Electro characters in Genshin Impact, then one of the sets could potentially be dedicated to the Overload or Superconduct playstyle, with the latter being extremely unlikely. Given the rise of Overload in Genshin Impact, a dedicated Artifact Set could provide further synergy beyond having Chevreuse in the team. On the other hand, the second half of Natlan will also see the release of several 5-Stars and 4-Stars not tied to the Nightsoul mechanic, such as Skirk and Dahlia. Whatever its effects end up being, they will almost certainly conform to the needs of these characters.
Genshin Impact
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 81 /100 Critics Rec: 87%
- Released
- September 28, 2020
- ESRB
- Teen / Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items), Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
- Publisher(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
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!
- Engine
- Unity
- Multiplayer
- Online Co-Op
- Cross-Platform Play
- All platforms
- Cross Save
- All platforms
- PC Release Date
- September 28, 2020
- Xbox Series X|S Release Date
- November 20, 2024
- PS5 Release Date
- April 28, 2021
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, iOS, Android
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
- X|S Optimized
- yes
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
