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

The Genshin Impact 5.2 livestream has finally taken place and we’ve got new exciting details about the upcoming version update.

Genshin Impact version 5.2 will include some new characters including 5-star Chasca and 4-star Ororon, as well as some reruns of beloved units.

There’s a brand new undiscovered area to explore that a dangerous Dragon guards. Like all updates, plenty of new events will also be available to enjoy. So, if you’re aiming to save your Primogems for the upcoming banners or just want to know what you can expect to see, then our 5.2 hub has everything you need to know below.

Is there a Genshin Impact 5.2 release date?

Version 5.2 of Genshin Impact is set to release on November 20, 2024.

This is also the day that the game will launch for Xbox consoles, something that has been highly anticipated for a long time now.

Banners

During the 5.2 livestream, HoYoverse revealed that Phase 1 will 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.

Phase 2 will include reruns for Zhongli and Neuvillette

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 will have her own dedicated quest in 5.2 which will explore her past.

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 will be 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 Casca is a Peacekeeper, regularly sends 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. Travelers will have to traverse the ancient 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.

A brand new boss called the Tenebrous Papill will also be lurking in the area so make sure you’re ready for a challenge.

5.2 events

These are some of the key events that will be 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 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: This event is returning and will give players the chance to earn Mora and plenty of character XP.
• New Genius Invokavation Automatic Artistry mode – The in-game TCG is receiving a new mode designed for more casual players and newcomers. It will include new cards, and characters with duel automatically.

That’s all we know about version 5.2 so far! For more on the game, check out redeem codes, all free characters, our tier list, and the player count.