During Tokyo Game Show 2021’s livestreamed festivities this evening, MiHoYo hosted an hour-long showcase focused on Genshin Impact Version 2.2: Into the Perilous Labyrinth of Fog. Due to go live on all international servers on 13 October 2021, this update brings a collection of new content including the final of Inazuma’s six major islands, a new playable 4-star character and a range of new challenges and mini-games to be rolled out over the coming weeks. Furthermore, those who have not claimed the Horizon Zero Dawn 5-star crossover character ‘Saviour From Another World‘ Aloy, will be able to do from the day Version 2.2 launches.
Tsurumi Island, the last major island of Inazuma, is finally open to Travelers with Version 2.2. The island is shrouded in dense fog, and players may easily get lost and encounter surprising challenges while exploring this area. The Rifthounds and the Rifthound Whelps are dangerous stealthy beasts lurking in the fog, waiting to launch a sneak attack on an unsuspecting snack. When an attack hits a character, all party members will be affected by the “Corrosion” status and continually lose HP regardless if they’re shielded or not. In addition, Tsurumi Island appears to be the focus of recent research by a scholar from Sumeru.
In the “Shadow of the Ancients” event, players have to accomplish investigation commissions across Mondstadt, Liyue, and Inazuma to defeat an “Anomalous Model Ruin Grader” that seems to be constantly drawing power from an unknown source of energy to regenerate itself.
For those who found trying to add Raiden Shogun and Sangonomiya Kokomi to your party, you may find yourself with a bit of a reprieve in Genshin Impact v2.2. The only new character being added is Thoma, who will be joining Hu Tao in 2.2’s second event wish banner. Thoma holds a Pyro Vision and wields a polearm as his weapon. He is also a reliable teammate in combat, providing strong defense and buffs. Their banner will follow the return of Childe’s banner. Hangout Events for Thoma and Sayu will also be available with Version 2.2.
A brand-new series of seasonal events is also here along with the new update. In 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. You will also be accompanied by a strange paper figure named “Shiki Taishou” who can provide special help and buffs. Tough fights and valuable rewards in the event shop await brave warriors. With another seasonal event “Tuned to the World’s Sounds”, players can enjoy the rhythm game and play different styles of music with Ningguang, Zhongli, Keqing, Xiao, Sangonomiya Kokomi, Kamisato Ayaka, and the Raiden Shogun.
Additional system optimisations will be introduced in Genshin Impact v2.2. These features include but are not limited to DualSense Controller support for the PC version of Genshin Impact, more features in the Serenitea Pot, including: a new Inazuma-themed realm layout, ‘Silken Courtyard’, more Inazuma-style Furnishing Blueprints, a new furnishing type, Floating Platform, and flowers that can be used as furnishings from the limited-time “Dreams of Bloom” event.
Genshin Impact Version 2.2: Into the Perilous Labyrinth of Fog is due to launch on the PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, iOS and Android on 13 October 2021. The game is free to download and play, but is heavily supported by a gacha system using real world money.
