Are you having trouble keeping up to date with the frequent Genshin Impact update schedule? Well, sit back, relax, and let us fill you in on everything you need to know, from banners and events to new quests and map expansions.
Hoyoverse generally drops an update for the popular title every six weeks, meaning you never have long to wait for some fresh content. Additionally, once a year we get a massive new version update, introducing a brand new nation and story to explore. We update this guide regularly with all the latest livestream announcement and details of future updates, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back from time to time to keep in the loop!
Here's everything you need to know about the current and next Genshin Impact update.
When is the next Genshin Impact livestream?
The Genshin Impact Luna V (version 6.4) livestream went live on Friday, February 11, 2026 at 07:00 UTC-5 on the official Genshin Impact Twitch channel and the Genshin Impact YouTube - or you can check here to get up to date on all the announcements!
Here's what that means for different time zones:
- West Coast US: 04:00 (PT)
- Central US: 06:00 (CT)
- East Coast US: 07:00 (ET)
- UK: 12:00 (GMT)
- Europe: 13:00 (CET)
When is the Genshin Impact 6.4 release date?
The Genshin Impact Luna V (6.4) release datewas Wednesday, February 25, 2026, with maintenance starting the day before on Tuesday, February 24.
Maintenance usually lasts for five hours. Each time maintenance concludes, you receive a minimum of 300 primogems in your in-game mailbox as compensation for the game's downtime. If maintenance takes more than five hours, all players get an extra 60 primogems for every additional hour.
What are the Genshin Impact 6.4 banners?
Here are the Genshin Impact 6.4 update banners:
The Northerly Wind's Song of Triumph - phase one
The Lone Light Knocks at Night - phase one
Void Star's Advent - phase two
Le Chanson Cerise - phase two
On top of these banners, version 6.4 also features a Mondstadt Chronicled Wish banner where you can choose to pull for one of the following characters or weapons:
Mondstadt Chronicled Wish
- Genshin Impact's Eula
- Genshin Impact's Albedo
- Genshin Impact's Klee
- Genshin Impact's Mona
- Genshin Impact's Diluc
- Genshin Impact's Jean
- Elegy for the End (five-star bow)
- Song of Broken Pines (five-star claymore)
- Wolf's Gravestone (five-star claymore)
- Skyward Blade (five-star sword)
- Aquila Favonia (five-star sword)
- Skyward Pride (five-star claymore)
- Skyward Spine (five-star polearm)
- Lost Prayer to Sacred Winds (five-star catalyst)
- Skyward Atlas (five-star catalyst)
- Skyward Harp (five-star bow)
Alongside the character banners, you can also pull for the featured characters' signature weapons on the weapon banner. To find out more about all of the current and upcoming characters and weapons, be sure to keep an eye on our Genshin Impact banner guide.
Is there a new area in Genshin Impact 6.4?
It doesn't look like there's a new area in the Genshin 6.4 update. Instead, we'll be returning to Mondstadt to reunite with some old (and new) friends.
Are there any new quests in the 6.4 Genshin Impact update?
Version 6.4 introduces a new story quest for Varka called Lupus Majoris Chapter: Act I, where we learn more about his mission in Nod Krai and what exactly he's been up to.
Are there any new bosses in the Genshin Impact 6.4 update?
There's a new boss in the Genshin 6.4 update called Radiant Moongecko. It's an ancient and fiercely territorial creature that tears any intruder that enters its cave to pieces. You'll need to take on this deceptively tough critter in order to obtain level-up materials for Varka.
What are the events in the Genshin Impact 6.4 update?
As always, this new Genshin Impact update features a bunch of exciting events and rewards. Here's a quick summary of the events in the Genshin 6.4 update:
- Homeward, He Who Caught the Wind - version 6.4's flagship event, where you participate in a variety of minigames organized by the Knights of Favonius
- Sightseeing With Friends - a photo capturing event
- Operation Stronghold Defense - a tower defense minigame
- Travelers' Tales: Moongaze Chapter - meet up with old friends around Teyvat
- Overflowing Abundance - claim double rewards from domains of mastery and forgery
To learn more about all of these events, be sure to check out our full Genshin Impact events schedule.
What are the new features and optimizations in the Genshin Impact 6.4 update?
As always, Hoyoverse is bringing new features and updates to existing features to make your journey even more enjoyable. Here are the new features in the Genshin Impact 6.4 update:
- New Envisaged Echoes challenges for Ayaka and Ayato
- New music in Repertoire of Myriad Melodies, including a brand new Nod Krai album, as well as new score themes for different characters
- New Nod Krai-inspired realm layout for the Serenitea Pot along with new furnishings and blueprints
- Additional content in Genius Invokation TCG, including new character cards, Lunar reactions, Nod Krai-themed cosmetics, and fresh challengers in the Nod Krai region
That's everything you need to know about the latest Genshin Impact update. Check back in a few weeks to learn about the next one!