Summary
- Xilonen, Venti, and Faruzan headline Genshin Impact's Version 5.5 Phase 2 banners with desired abilities and weapons.
- Xilonen shines as a Support character, attracting fans for both her kit and valuable Constellations.
- Genshin Impact's future features Escoffier, Kinich, Navia, and Raiden in Version 5.6 after the set of event banners in May 2025.
Genshin Impact has officially revealed the lineup for the second phase of Version 5.5, with Xilonen, Venti, and Faruzan capping off another stacked set of banners. While Varesa and Iansan have been the undisputed stars of Version 5.5, Genshin Impact players can also expect its second half to kick off some major Natlan reruns. The first among these will be Xilonen, a character who needs no introduction, as the 5-Star Geo Sword has established her role in the meta practically overnight.
As a Support character in Genshin Impact, Xilonen offers a mix of elemental shred, single-target healing, and attack buffs via her ability kit and artifact bonuses. This combination makes her especially desirable, with many players viewing Xilonen as a kind of modern Kazuha. With a powerful Signature Weapon, her banner in Version 5.5 will draw heavy interest from fans – those who missed her on the debut banner, as well as those who want her valuable Constellations.
Genshin Impact Version 5.6: Predicting Escoffier’s Place in the Meta
Genshin Impact’s upcoming five-star Cryo character, Escoffier, could be a game-changer for Hydro and Cryo Freeze team compositions in version 5.6.
The Event Banners were shared on Reddit by the official Genshin Impact account, confirming that the second half of Version 5.5 would feature Xilonen, Venti, Beidou, Yanfei, and Faruzan. The phase will last from April 15, 2025, until May 6, 2025. Venti is expected to conclude the Archon rerun for the Natlan era, but the real prize will be his shared Weapon Banner with Xilonen. Elegy for the End continues to be one of the best Bows in Genshin Impact, which is pretty impressive for a Signature Weapon from Version 1.4.
Genshin Impact: Second Half Event Banners for Version 5.5
- Xilonen – 5-Star Geo Sword
- Venti – 5-Star Anemo Bow
- Beidou – 4-Star Electro Claymore
- Yanfei – 4-Star Pyro Catalyst
- Faruzan – 4-Star Anemo Bow
As for the 4-Stars on the Event Banner, Faruzan is likely the best value from a gameplay standpoint. Assuming a player has at least one Anemo hypercarry like Xiao or Wanderer, Faruzan and her Constellations can elevate their potential to new heights. However, 4-Star characters in Genshin Impact aren't guaranteed, and as such, getting them to C6 is often a riskier endeavor than getting a 5-Star.
Players who manage to save their Primogems in Genshin Impact in Version 5.5 will have Escoffier, Kinich, Navia, and Raiden waiting for them in the next update. All signs point towards Escoffier dragging Freeze back into relevancy, and her banner will thus draw plenty of interest from Cryo fans. Kinich is a premium hypercarry for Burning teams, while Navia continues to be the cream of the crop for Geo. Lastly, Raiden continues to be a valuable Electro character, albeit an expensive one when compared to Fischl or Ororon. Version 5.6 is expected to launch on May 7, 2025, shortly after the next set of Event Banners ends.
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
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, iOS, Android
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
- X|S Optimized
- yes
