Genshin Impact Version 2.8 “Summer Fantasia” Revealed With New Character, Release Date, & More

Today HoYoverse opened the floodgates of details of version 2.8 of Genshin Impact, which will be titled “Summer Fantasia.”

The new update will launch on July 13 and include a new character named Shikanoin Heizou, a genius detective from the Tenryou Commission.

Kaedehara Kazuha will also get his story quest, while Diluc and Fischl will receive a new outfit. including a new idle animation and effects.

Of course, there will be plenty of events and quests to enjoy the summer together with your favorite Genshin Impact characters.

You can check out what the new version is all about in the trailer below.

If you want to learn more about Genshin Impact, you can read our review and watch the trailer dedicated to Kamisato Ayaka, one starring Yoimiya, one showing Sayu, two focusing on Aloy from Horizon Zero Dawn and Kujou Sara, one showcasing the Raiden Shogun, one focusing on Sangonomiya Kokomi, one showcasing Thoma, one featuring Arataki Itto, one starring Gorou, one showcasing Shenhe, one focusing on Yun Jin, one showcasing Yae Miko, another focusing on Kamisato Ayato, one starring Yelan, and one focusing on Kuki Shinobu.

The game is currently available for PS5, PS4, PC, iOS, and Android.

You can also read and see more about the previous update 2.7.

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