Find yourself needing even more content to experience while running around Genshin Impact’s open world? Developer and publisher MiHoYo has this weekend announced that Version 1.3 of the open-world adventure game is slated to go live on 3 February 2021 simultaneously on the PlayStation, PC, iOS and Android platforms. The big question is… what can players expect this time around?
Travelers will find themselves welcoming Teyvat’s New Year in Liyue’s biggest annual festival, Lantern Rite. Travelers will be able to immerse themselves in this age-old tradition by assisting Liyue’s locals with various preparations for the festivities and, of course, by attending the grand ceremony on the night of the first full moon of the year. During this ceremony, countless lanterns will light up the night sky, carrying the wishes of every household into the heavens. Meanwhile, the bustling streets of Liyue will be lined with food stalls and festive activities exclusive to Lantern Rite, including an all-new tower defense strategy game — Theater Mechanicus.
The Lantern Rite will also mark the arrival of Xiao, the Vigilant Yaksha, as a new 5-star playable character. Wielding a polearm and the power of Anemo, Xiao is a fierce adeptus warrior whose elemental burst grants him increased damage at the cost of continuously draining his health. During the Lantern Rite, Travelers will have the chance to accompany Xiao for a day in the life of a guardian of Liyue, offering a rare glimpse into his life of solitude over the past millennia.
In terms of more premium goodies, the resources and rewards from Genshin Impact Version 1.3 will include 10 free intertwined fates via a daily login event, more than 1,600 Primogems, and a range of other goodies. Oh, and you will have the opportunity to choose a free 4-star character from Liyue to add to your party. Sadly, my hunt for Diona continues…
New customization features and further optimizations will also be introduced with the upcoming version. The Archive will be expanded to include information on discovered creatures and defeated enemies, and Travelers will also be able to showcase up to eight of their characters via their Profile screen. Finally, a new gadget called the Parametric Transformer will provide a means of transmuting excess resources, turning them into something useful.
