Genshin Impact has revealed character trailers for both Durin and Jahoda, the two new characters set to make their gameplay debut in Version 6.2. It's safe to say the cast of Nod-Krai is beloved by the Genshin Impact community, boasting new favorites such as Columbina and Varka, but also Durin and Jahoda. Durin has been a highly anticipated character since Version 4.8, and his storyline has gradually been built up since Version 1.2.
On the other hand, Jahoda in Genshin Impact has been a pleasant surprise. There were no expectations for Jahoda coming into Nod-Krai, yet thanks to Sonya Krueger's charming performance and stellar animation work by HoYoverse, Jahoda has amassed quite the number of fans heading into Version 6.2. Though she won't be a 5-Star character, Jahoda's ability kit will allow her to fill a curious niche – that of a dedicated healer for Lunar Reaction teams.
Genshin Impact Reveals Event Banners for Version 6.2
Genshin Impact confirms which 5-Star characters will feature on the Event Banners in Version 6.2, as well as when Jahoda will make her playable debut.
Genshin Impact Releases Durin and Jahoda as Playable Characters in Version 6.2
In anticipation of their playable debut on December 3, 2025, HoYoverse has released character trailers for Durin and Jahoda. Durin's trailer highlights his story – in particular his struggles to adapt to the human world and his identity as one of the many creations of Rhinedottir. Durin is shown integrating with Mondstadt's society: fishing with Klee, drinking with Dahlia and Kaeya, and receiving wisdom from Lisa. While this version of Durin in Genshin Impact is intended to be a second chance, his heart holds both his new and old self. Players who complete his Story Quest in Version 6.2 will be able to unlock a unique skin for Durin that highlights the difference of his past and future.
By contrast, Jahoda's trailer is a bit more upbeat. As the only official member of the Curatorium of Secrets, Jahoda handles the minor tasks that Nefer doesn't have the time or patience for. Despite her cold demeanor, Nefer in Genshin Impact is fond of her employee, as Jahoda tries her best to appear competent and reliable. This dynamic is what initially endeared Jahoda to the Genshin Impact community, but she has since established a rapport with other characters, such as Ineffa.
In terms of gameplay, Jahoda is a 4-Star Anemo Bow and a decent sidegrade for both Nefer and Flins in Genshin Impact. Like most Anemo characters, players should prepare a set of Viridescent Venerer artifacts when building Jahoda, with a priority on ATK% and Energy Recharge. Notably, Version 6.2 will allow fans to obtain an Energy Recharge bow from its Flagship Event.
As befits his journey as a character, Durin can perform two distinct roles: as an on-field driver for Vaporize and Melt, or as an off-field support for Burning, Overload, Pyro Crystallize, and Pyro Swirl. Whereas Jahoda was designed with Lunar Reaction in mind, Durin works best with Hexerei characters. As of Version 6.2, the Hexerei are made up of eight Genshin Impact characters: Durin, Mona, Venti, Klee, Albedo, Razor, Sucrose, and Fischl. If two Hexerei characters are paired up in a team, both will receive powerful combat buffs. This is Genshin Impact's attempt at giving some of its oldest units a much-needed upgrade, but players will need to complete a set of quests in Version 6.2 to unlock the Hexerei Rite for each character.
In terms of Event Banners, both Durin and Jahoda will feature in the first half of Version 6.2, joined by Venti. Following his Hexerei buffs, Venti has emerged as one of the best Anemo hypercarries in Genshin Impact, and he is even getting a new Signature Weapon to match. Players will be able to pull for The Daybreak Chronicles on the Weapon Banner in Genshin Impact when Version 6.2 launches on December 3, 2025.
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!
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
