Genshin Impact 2.0 release date, characters, events, and more

The next major content update for Genshin Impact from Mihoyo is right around the corner. It will be a huge update, so fans are excited to learn about exactly what to expect. Travelers will be getting a lot of new content, so we’ve put together this guide to detail the Genshin Impact 2.0 release date, how to pre-load it, and everything you need to know.

When is the Genshin Impact 2.0 release date?

Genshin Impact 2.0 officially releases on July 21, 2021. Maintenance will begin at 6 am (UTC+8) and will last approximately five hours, according to Mihoyo. Players will receive 300 Primogems compensation for the downtime. 

Genshin Impact 2.0 pre-loads officially begin on July 19 at 11 am (UTC+8). To begin the pre-installation process, launch the Genshin Impact client on PC and tap on the Game Pre-Installation button to download the update. Mobile users must go into the Paimon menu, tap on settings, go to other, and choose the pre-install resource package option.

What’s new in Genshin Impact 2.0?

Version 2.0 of Genshin Impact will bring us lots of new updates, including new characters (both playable and non-playable), events, and regions.

Inazuma Region

Act I and II will be available in update 2.0, including three Inazuma Islands out of a total of six. The islands are Narukami Island, Kannazuka, and Yashiori Island. Features of Inazuma include:

• Kamisato Ayaka house
• Inazuma enemies (robot and human)
• New Fatui enemy, Mirror Maiden
• Pyro Hypostasis boss
• Perpetual Mechanical Array
• Maguu Kenki
• Artifact Dungeon
• Inazuma Reputation System

New Characters

• Kamisato Ayaka: 5-star Cryo (Sword)
• Yoimiya: 5-star Pyro (Bow)
• Sayu: 4-star Anemo (Claymore)
• Traveler: 5-star Electro (Sword)

Other characters include Raiden Shogun, Thoma, Kujou Sara, Sangonomiya Kokomi, Gorou, and Yae Miko. Various other Inazuma characters will also be available and TBA.

New Events

• Stage of Wonders: Theater Mechanicus Representative Komakata will finally be available in Inazuma.
• Lost Riches: Includes rewards such as Primogems, Hero’s Wit, Mystic Enhancement Ore, Mora, and the choice between a Curcuma, Rose, Dayflower, or Viola Mini Seelie.
• Thunder Sojourn: A Beidou themed event that includes rewards such as Mora, Primogems, Hero’s Wit, cosmetics, and more.
• Ley Line Overflow: During this event, Blossom of Wealth and Blossom of Revelation consume Original Resin to double your rewards, up to three times per day.
• Phantom Flow: During this event, completing various challenges rewards travelers with Hero’s Wit, Primogems, Enhancement Ore, Talent Level-Up Materials, and Mora.