Developer HoYoverse has officially confirmed the transition to Genshin Impact Version 7.0. Following the conclusion of the current Version 6.7 cycle, the game will move into its next major phase in August 2026.
Snezhnaya and New Content
The headline addition for the 7.0 update is the introduction of Snezhnaya, the Nation of Cryo. This release marks the beginning of a new year of content for the action RPG, accompanied by an entirely new story arc for players to progress through.
Alongside the new region, HoYoverse has confirmed that the update will introduce new playable characters and a revised banner structure. Specific details regarding the banner rotation were shared during the official update livestream.
Quick Facts
- Release Window: August 2026.
- Key Addition: The release of the Snezhnaya region.
- Story: A new narrative arc begins with this update.
- Platforms: Available on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, iOS, and Android.
Players looking to prepare for the upcoming content should monitor official channels for livestream redemption codes, which were distributed during the announcement event to provide players with extra resources ahead of the patch release.