Genshin Impact version 5.3 set to arrive next year, so set your calendars!

Genshin Impact Version 5.3: Incandescent Ode of Resurrection – A New Year's Feast of Content!

Get ready, Genshin Impact fans! Version 5.3, "Incandescent Ode of Resurrection," arrives January 1st, 2025, bringing a massive wave of new content. While the wait might be tough, the rewards are well worth it!

Prepare for a deluge of new features: new characters, story additions, exciting abilities, and a generous helping of free rewards! Expect 1600 Primogems, a new glider (Wings of Fate's Course Intertwined), 10 Intertwined Fates, a free four-star Liyue character, and a new outfit for Xiangling. These goodies will be distributed via in-game mail, daily login events, and the Festive Fever event.

But that's not all! The main story continues with Act V of the Natlan Archon Quest, pitting Mauvika and the Traveler against the Abyss. The new Pyro element also makes its debut! Three new characters join the roster: five-star Mavuika and Citlali, and four-star Lan Yan, each boasting unique abilities. Mavuka even gets a motorbike!

A Year of Genshin Goodness

Hoyoverse fans are in for a treat! The Lantern Rite returns as a permanent fixture, alongside two new outfits for Hu Tao and Xiangling, two new bosses, and the Rhythm Game. It's a packed schedule, leaving plenty to discover once Version 5.3 launches.

For those eager to dive in, be sure to check out our updated Genshin Impact tier list and our collection of Genshin Impact promo codes for a head start!