Get the latest on Genshin Impact version 2.7, "Hidden Dreams in the Depths." Discover new characters Yelan and Kuki Shinobu, events like "Perilous Trail" and "Drumalong Festival," and details on the delay and compensation.
Genshin Impact version 2.7, titled “Hidden Dreams in the Depths,” introduces new characters, events, and story elements. Originally scheduled for release, the update faced delays due to project progress, with compensation provided to players.
Version 2.7 New Characters
The update features two new characters:
- Yelan: A Hydro user who appears to use a bow and can throw dice.
- Kuki Shinobu: An Electro character wielding a sword, with a dark character vibe.
Version 2.7 New Events
Several new events have been revealed:
- “Perilous Trail”: Players challenge four domains, each with unique rules, party arrangements, and buffs. Each domain has three combat rounds, with three challenges per round. Completing challenges rewards currency for an Event Shop.
- “The Almighty Arataki Great and Glorious Drumalong Festival”: A rhythm game featuring a drum, potentially usable as a gadget similar to the Lyre for creating music.
- “Core of the Apparatus”: Players create toys and furnishings by collecting materials and using a device provided by a toy merchant from Fontaine.
- “A Muddy Bizarre Adventure”: Players clear oozing concretions by charging a spike.
Version 2.7 Name and Story
The version 2.7 update is officially named “Hidden Dreams in the Depths.” The Archon Quests will involve meeting your twin again, and Xiao will also make an appearance.
Version 2.7 Livestream and Release Date
The initial livestream was scheduled for May 20, 2022, at 8 AM (UTC-4). However, due to delays, the livestream date was postponed until further notice. The update maintenance was scheduled for May 31, 2022, at 6 AM (UTC+8), with the update expected to last approximately six weeks. Version 2.8 is anticipated for July 13, 2022.
Version 2.7 Compensation
Players affected by the delay will receive compensation via in-game mail weekly until the update is released. This includes Primogems x400, Fragile Resin x1, Hero’s Wits x7, Mystic Enhancement Ores x16, and Mora x120,000. To be eligible, players must be at least Adventure Rank 5 and claim the compensation before version 2.6 ends.
Version 2.7 Delay Details
The version 2.7 update was put on indefinite hold as of April 29, 2022, due to “project progress.” While the official reason is cited as project progress, COVID-19 is suspected as the underlying cause due to the situation in China at the time.
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