Genshin Impactjust held on October 3 its special Version 2.2 stream at Tokyo Game Show (TGS 2021) revealing our first official look at the next update, and the banner rerun 5-star characters that are coming with Thoma, we have all the details below, including the new event with Childe and Xinyan.
We detailed and translated below all the main details onGenshin Impact Version 2.2 Into the Perilous Labyrinth of Fog. This is info revealed on the Japanese livestream and in the official press release.
Banner rerun characters inGenshin ImpactVersion 2.2 revealed
The two characters getting a rerun are Childe (Tartaglia) which is the first banner, and then Hu tao as the second banner. New character Thoma is a Pyro 4-star Polearm character and will be featured on the Hu Tao banner. Some Thoma gameplay was also shown at the14:05 timestamp of the stream.
The stream featured several seiyuu (Japanese voice actresses and actors) appearing as guests. We had Shun Horie (Sora / Aether / male Traveler), Masakazu Morita (Thoma), and Chiaki Takahashi (Xinyan). Shohei Taguchi was the MC, and it was a pre-recorded stream.
Version 2.2 Release date, trailer
Genshin Impact Version 2.2 Into the Perilous Labyrinth of Fogis releasing on October 13. The stream has just ended, you can find below the Japanese version trailer for Version 2.2, and here is theEnglish dub version.
New weapons coming in Version 2.2 including a 5-star Bow
A new 5 star Bow is coming alongside 3 four-star weapons: The Polar Star, Wavebreaker’s Fin, Akuomaru, and Mounn’s Moon.
New Hangout Events coming in 2.2
Genshin Impactversion 2.2 will add Hangout Events with Thoma and Sayu. They are the first Inazuma characters getting Hangout Events. Their stories should be pretty interesting and teach us new lore on the islands.
New area and enemies in 2.2 - Tsurumi Island and Rifthound
you may watch gameplay of the new Tsurumi Island area at the 19:05 timestamp below. This is the sixth and final island of Inazuma. The area has four new enemies: Rockfond Rifthound, Rockfond Rifthound Welp, Thundercraven Rifthound, and Thundercraven Rifthound Welp. The monstersshow up at 20:47.
That’s not all. When your character is hit by these monsters, all of your party will be hit with the Corrosion status effect. Your character will continuously lose HP, regardless of if they’re Shielded or not.
New 2.2 Event - Shadow of the Ancients
Tsurumi Island is the focus of recent research by a scholar from Sumeru. In the Shadow of the Ancients event, players have to accomplish investigation commissions in Mondstadt, Liyue, and Inazuma. To defeat an Anomalous Model Ruin Grader that constantly draws power from an unknown source of energy to regenerate itself.
Genshin ImpactVersion 2.2 new event with Childe (Tartaglia) and Xinyan explained
A new event focusing on Childe and Xinyan will happen in Version 2.2. The Labyrinth Warriors Event. Players can venture into a mystic Domain in Inazuma with “Childe” Tartaglia, Eleventh of the Fatui Harbingers, and Xinyan, Liyue’s rock ‘n’ roll musician.
Plus, a strange paper figure named “Shiki Taishou” who can provide special help and buffs will also join you. You can also get Xinyan for free through this event.
New 2.2 Rhythm Game event - Tuned to the World’s Sounds
Players can enjoy the rhythm game and play different styles of music with several characters. Ningguang, Zhongli, Keqing, Xiao, Sangonomiya Kokomi, Kamisato Ayaka, and the Raiden Shogun.
Serenitea Pot (Housing) update in 2.2
Version 2.2 Into the Perilous Labyrinth of Fogwill add an Inazuma-themed Realm layout for the Serenitea Pot, called the Silken Courtyard. New Inazuma-themed Furniture Blueprints will be added too. Alongside a new type of Furnishing, Floating Platform. And flowers that can be used as Furnishing from the time-limited event Dreams of Bloom. You can see gameplay of the new Inazuma Realm at the37:20 timestamp of the TGS stream.
Razer xGenshin Impactcollab
Razer goodsincluding a gaming chair were also announced on the English stream. The merch has no release date for now.
Moreover, Version 2.2 also adds DualSense Controller support on PC. Aloy will also release for free even if you don’t play on PS4 or PS5. Plus, the Ley Lines x2 Bonus is also returning. As usual, for a limited timeframe, three times per day, you’ll be able to get double the EXP tickets or Mora from Leylines.
Genshin Impactis available now on PC, PS4, PS5, iOS, and Android. Version 2.2 launches on August 16, 2025. Plus, a NintendoSwitch versionis also coming at some point but has no release date yet.
Finally, the Moonchase Festival Event is ongoing untilOctober 11. Donât wait until the final day to rush everything. you may always reach out to me on Twitter@A_iyane07to ask me anything about the game. Or about Japanese-stylized stuff in general. Be sure to check the rest of ourTGS 2021 coveragefor more news and translations.
