Genshin Impact Version 2.8 was released on July 13, 2022. The patch update includes Heizou's release, banner reruns for Kazuha, Klee, and Yoimiya, Fischl and Diluc skins, new Story and Hangout quests, and a huge summer event. Check out all new features and Patch Notes here!
List of Contents
- Release Date
- Summary
- Banners
- Characters
- Weapons
- Skins
- Quests
- Events
- Items
- Optimizations
- Livestream
- Related Guides
Genshin Impact 2.8 Release Date
When will Update 2.8 be released?
Genshin Impact Version 2.8 | |
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Release Date | July 13, 2022 |
Genshin Impact Version 2.8 was released on July 13, 2022.
The Summer Fantasia update includes Heizou's release, reruns for Kazuha, Klee, and Yoimiya, a Fischl Skin and Diluc Skin, Kazuha's Story Quest, a Heizou Hangout, and a huge summer event!
2.8 Release Date Countdown
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2.8 Server Date and Times
Server | Release Date and Timezones |
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North America | July 12, 2022 6:00 PM~11:00 PM (UTC/GMT -5) |
Europe | July 13, 2022 12:00 AM~5:00 AM (UTC/GMT +1) |
Asia | July 13, 2022 7:00 AM~12:00 PM (UTC/GMT +8) |
TW, HK, MO | July 13, 2022 7:00 AM~12:00 PM (UTC/GMT +8) |
Maintenance Times for 2.8
Everything Happening in Genshin 2.8
All New Content in Genshin Impact 2.8
Version 2.8 Summary | |
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2.8 Redeem Codes | 2.8 Livestream |
2.8 Banners | Sumeru Teaser |
Heizou Release | Kazuha Rerun |
Klee Rerun | Yoimiya Rerun |
Kazuha Story Quest | Heizou Hangout |
Diluc Skin | Fischl Skin |
Summertime Event | Summer Co-Op Event |
Echoing Conch Rerun | Mechanical Puzzle Event |
Combat Event (ft. Diluc) |
Genshin Impact 2.8 Trailer
Genshin Impact 2.8 Banners
All Version 2.8 Banners and Dates
2.8 Banners | 2.8 Banner Dates | Rate-Ups |
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Sparkling Steps | Start: July 13, 2022End: August 2, 2022 | |
Leaves in the Wind | Start: July 13, 2022End: August 2, 2022 | |
Tapestry of Golden Flames | Start: August 2, 2022End: August 23, 2022 | |
Epitome Invocation (Phase 1) | Start: July 13, 2022End: August 2, 2022 | |
Epitome Invocation (Phase 2) | Start: August 2, 2022End: August 23, 2022 |
We have the rerun for Yoimiya's banner in Phase 2 of Version 2.8! The previous banners of Klee and Kazuha, and the all-new character Heizou, were featured in Phase 1.
Genshin Impact 2.8 Characters
Heizou, Kazuha, Klee, and Yoimiya Featured in 2.8
Character | Element | Weapon |
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Heizou (4★) | Anemo | Catalyst |
Kazuha (5★) | Anemo | Sword |
Klee (5★) | Pyro | Catalyst |
Yoimiya (5★) | Pyro | Bow |
List of All Characters
Genshin Impact 2.8 Weapons
New Free Sword in 2.8
In Version 2.8, a new sword weapon is obtainable for free, the Kagotsurube Isshin. This weapon was also introduced as the Cursed Blade. You can get this weapon after completing Kazuha's Story Quest!
Cursed Blade Stats, Skill, and How to Get
Genshin Impact 2.8 Outfits
Diluc and Fischl Skins in 2.8
2.8 Skins Preview | |
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Diluc Skin: Red Dead of Night | Fischl Skin: Ein Immernachtstraum |
Diluc and Fischl got new character outfits in Version 2.8! Fischl's skin is free from a 2.8 event while Diluc's skin can be bought with Genesis Crystals.
List of Character Outfits
Genshin Impact 2.8 Quests
New Story Quests in Version 2.8
Quest Name | Type |
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Kazuha Story Quest | Story |
Heizou Hangout Quest | Hangout |
We'll get to know Kazuha and Heizou more through their quests in Version 2.8! Time to spend quality time with our Anemo boys!
New World Quests in Version 2.8
Version 2.8 Limited Quests | |
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The Treasure of the Four Skerries | Thus Was the Work Done in Vain |
Treasure Voyage | The Final Treasure |
Drama Phantasmagoria | The Misplaced Photo |
A Misplaced Conch | The Discarded Insignia |
Version 2.8 World Quests | |
Film Notes |
Genshin Impact 2.8 Events
All Events in Version 2.8
2.8 Events | 2.8 Event Details |
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Summertime Odyssey | Summer is approaching and there's no better way to spend it than with a Genshin event! Beat the heat with your favorite characters in 2.8's summer adventure! |
Reminiscent Regimen | Summer wouldn't be as fun without friends. Luckily, Genshin's got a Co-Op event with various themes to keep you and your friends busy in Version 2.8's summer islands! |
Evermotion Mechanical | Put your brain to the test with a new, mechanical puzzle game in 2.8! |
Hidden Strife | Genshin has a new combat event coming our way in Version 2.8! Get buffs, beat enemies, and get to know Diluc more in Hidden Strife! |
Genshin Impact 2.8 Items
All New Food Recipes in 2.8
Guide for 2.8 Foods | |
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The Only Truth |
All New Cosmetics in 2.8
New 2.8 Namecards | |
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Shikanoin Heizou: Temari Namecard | Travel Notes: Azure Main |
Genshin Impact 2.8 Optimizations
New Handbook Pages in 2.8
Version 2.8 introduced two new Adventurer Handbook Pages, the ''Guide'' and ''Embattle''.
The ''Guide'' page will show recommended priority quests, while the ''Embattle'' will have missions in which players must complete Elemental Achievements to receive the corresponding rewards.
Adventurer Handbook Guide
All Changes and Improvements in 2.8
Additions, Changes, & Improvements | |
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1 | Reduces the ATK of Nobushi, Kairagi, and Specters. |
2 | Adjusts the performance of Rifthounds and Specters after getting hit. |
3 | Reduces the HP, RES to interruption, and increases the HP Percentage to fill up the Fury meter of Specters. |
4 | Specters can now be affected by the pull effect as long as it is not in the "expanded" state |
5 | When picking up an item drop, the drop will also show the number of its stacks if it is greater than 1. |
6 | Attribute filtering of Artifacts gives priority to displaying Artifacts' primary attribute |
7 | Adds the Traveler Character Level-Up prompts to the character screen. |
Genshin Impact 2.8 Livestream
2.8 Livestream Dates and Times
Server | 2.8 Livestream Times |
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North America | July 2, 2022 7:00 AM (UTC/GMT -5) |
Europe | July 2, 2022 1:00 PM (UTC/GMT +1) |
Asia | July 2, 2022 8:00 PM (UTC/GMT +8) |
TW, HK, MO | July 2, 2022 8:00 PM (UTC/GMT +8) |
Update 2.8 Livestream Guide
Genshin Impact Related Guides
Versions
Version History
All Genshin Impact Versions | |
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Version 5.0 | Version 4.8 |
Version 4.7 | Version 4.6 |
Version 4.5 | Version 4.4 |
Version 4.3 | [Version 4.2 |
Version 4.1 | Version 4.0 |
Version 3.8 | Version 3.7 |
Version 3.6 | Version 3.5 |
Version 3.4 | Version 3.3 |
Version 3.2 | Version 3.1 |
Version 3.0 | Version 2.8 |
Version 2.7 | Version 2.6 |
Version 2.5 | Version 2.4 |
Version 2.3 | Version 2.2 |
Version 2.1 | Version 2.0 |
Version 1.6 | Version 1.5 |
Version 1.4 | Version 1.3 |
Version 1.2 | Version 1.1 |
Previous Special Programs
All Previous Special Programs | |
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Version 4.8 | Version 4.7 |
Version 4.6 | Version 4.5 |
Version 4.4 | Version 4.3 |
Version 4.2 | Version 4.1 |
Version 4.0 | Version 3.8 |
Version 3.7 | Version 3.6 |
Version 3.5 | Version 3.4 |
Version 3.3 | Version 3.2 |
Version 3.1 | Version 3.0 |
Version 2.8 | Version 2.7 |
Version 2.6 | Version 2.5 |
Version 2.4 | Version 2.3 |
Version 2.1 | Version 2.0 |
Version 1.6 | Version 1.5 |
Version 1.4 | Version 1.3 |
Version 1.2 | Version 1.1 |
Other Version Guides
Other Version Guides |
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Server Maintenance Guide |