Genshin Impact Update 4.4: Launch Date, Featured Banners, New Characters, and Weapon Additions

Genshin Impact Version 4.4: A Comprehensive Overview

The Genshin Impact Version 4.4 Special Program livestream has just concluded, unveiling exciting updates that have players buzzing with anticipation. This version introduces the Lantern Rite festival, the new Chenyu Vale region, and a host of new characters.

Launch Details: Date and Timing

Genshin Impact 4.4 Release Schedule
The anticipated release date for Genshin Impact 4.4 is January 31, 2024. The update will adhere to the standard maintenance schedule and is set to go live at 3 am (GMT). Regional release times include:

• East Coast US: 10 pm (ET), January 30, 2024
• Central US: 9 pm (CT), January 30, 2024
• West Coast US: 7 pm (PT), January 30, 2024
• Australia: 2 pm (AET), January 31, 2024
• Japan: 12 pm (JST), January 31, 2024
• Europe: 4 am (CET), January 31, 2024
• UK: 3 am (GMT), January 31, 2024
• India: 8:30 am (IST), January 31, 2024
• Philippines: 11 am (PHT), January 31, 2024

New Banners and Characters

Upcoming Banners in Genshin Impact 4.4

The update will introduce two phases of banners, each showcasing distinct characters and weapons:

• Phase 1 (January 31 – February 21, 2024): 5-star characters Xianyun and Nahida, and 4-star character Gaming.
• Phase 2 (February 21 – March 13, 2024): 5-star characters Xiao and Yae Miko, with 4-star characters to be announced later.

Character Spotlight in Genshin Impact 4.4

The 4.4 update brings a mix of new and returning characters across its two banner phases:

• Phase 1: Xianyun (5-star Anemo, catalyst user), Nahida (5-star Dendro, catalyst user), and Gaming (4-star Pyro, claymore user).
• Phase 2: Xiao (5-star Anemo, polearm user) and Yae Miko (5-star Electro, catalyst user).

Exclusive Weapon Banners

Featured Weapons in Genshin Impact 4.4

Tailored to the update’s featured characters, the weapon banners include:

• Phase 1 Weapons (January 31 – February 21): 5-star weapons Crane’s Echoing Call (Xianyun’s) and A Thousand Floating Dreams (Nahida’s).
• Phase 2 Weapons (February 21 – March 13): 5-star weapons Primordial Jade Winged-Spear (Xiao’s) and Kagura’s Verity (Yae Miko’s).

Closing Thoughts

This breakdown provides a glimpse into the key highlights of the Genshin Impact 4.4 update, promising an enthralling experience for the game’s community.