Genshin Impact 5.2 update: Release date, banners, new location, & events

Genshin Impact version 5.2 has finally arrived, and we’ve got all the details about the exciting new content you can dive into in Teyvat below.

The 5.2 update for HoYoverse’s beloved gacha includes some great reruns, as well as some fresh faces added to the already expansive roster in the form of 5-star Chasca and 4-star Ororon.

There’s also a new area to explore that a dangerous Dragon guards, and plenty of events to dive into. So, if you’re wondering whether to spend your Primogems on the current banners or just want to know what’s available in 5.2, we’ve got all the information you need.

5.2 release date

Version 5.2 of Genshin Impact was released on November 20, 2024.

This also coincided with the release of the port for Xbox consoles, something that had previously been highly anticipated by the fanbase.

Banners

The Phase 1 banners for 5.2 feature 5-star Anemo unit Chasca, and a rerun banner for Lyney. The 4-star Electro user Ororon will also receive a massive drop-rate boost in both banners.

The 4-stars that are available in the banners are as follows:

• Ororon (Electro)
• Sucrose (Anemo)
• Barbara (Hydro)

Phase 2 will include reruns for Zhongli and Neuvillette though the 4-stars that will run alongside them have yet to be revealed. As soon as we have more details about them, we’ll be sure to update this page.

Characters

As mentioned above, 5.2 will include two new playable characters: Chasca, and Ororon.

Chasca is an Anemo unit that wields a bow in battle. She can summon and fire a powerful Gun in combat that is loaded with various elemental bullets (which will vary depending on who is in your team at the time.)

Chasca has her own dedicated quest in 5.2 that explores her past for players to experience.

Ororon is an Electro bow user who works particularly well with other Electro and Hydro characters. His Elemental Burst looks to excel at dealing AoE damage, making him a great unit for crowd control. He should be an ideal party member if you want to easily defeat big groups of enemies.

Finally, outside of combat, Ororon can also increase other characters’ gliding speeds.

New location 

A brand new location called Ochknatlan is available for Travelers to explore in 5.2.

This is a restricted area of Natlan that has been extremely contaminated by the Abyss. The Flower-Feather clan, for which Chasca is a Peacekeeper, regularly send riders to patrol the area and make sure no one goes into danger.

A powerful Dragon guards the ancient city and attacks any intruders without hesitation. Upon entering, Travelers will need to traverse the city to uncover the secrets behind the Dragon’s rampage.

You’ll be accompanied by Cocouki, an adorable guy whose unique powers can be used to clear Abyssal contamination, and can ultimately help you track down the Dragon.

New Boss

A brand new boss called the Tenebrous Papill is also available to challenge in 5.2.

This enemy is unique as it doesn’t have any elemental weaknesses of its own but it instead mimics other World Boss attacks in swift succession, so you’ll have to stay on your toes during the battle if you want to survive. It’s located on the Quahuacan Cliff in Natlan.

You can get the following potential rewards by defeating it:

• Ensnaring Gaze
• Agnidus Agate Silver
• Vajrada Amethyst Silver
• Agnidus Agate Fragment
• Vajrada Amethyst Fragment
• Agnidus Agate Chunk
• Vajrada Amethyst Chunk
• Agnidus Agate Gemstone
• Vajrada Amethyst Gemstone
• Berserker
• Instructor
• Prayers for Illumination
• Adventurer
• Gladiator’s Finale
• Wanderer’s Trope

5.2 events

These are some of the key events available during version 5.2:

• Limited-Time Area Exploration Rewards – Travelers can earn up to x400 Primogems via exploration and this will remain available through version 5.3.
• Iktomi Spiritseeking Scrolls – In this event, Travelers will have to team up with Catilai and Ororon to get to the bottom of a mysterious accident in the Masters of the Wind tribe. You’ll have to defend the village against enemies who are attempting to disrupt an important ritual, herd Spirits in the Search for Lost Spirits mini-game, and complete a unique puzzle challenge among other combat activities.
• Adventurer’s Trials: Metamorphosis – Strategic wargames that are put on and run by the Knights of Favonius.
• Ley Line Overflow: A returning event that gives players the chance to earn Mora and plenty of character XP.
• New Genius Invokavation Automatic Artistry mode – The in-game TCG has received a brand new mode designed for more casual players and newcomers. It includes new cards, and characters will duel automatically.

That’s everything you need to know about Genshin Impact version 5.2! For more on the game, check out redeem codes, all free characters, our tier list, and the player count.