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The 7.2 Genshin Impact Special Program stream aired and confirmed details about Mitya and Valeriy, the new Archon Quest, a new Chronicled Wish, and extra events. The patch arrives on November 4, 2026. It also shared the ExpertMitya, HourofRuin, and PhotoTime to get 300 Primogems and other items on October 23, 2026.

Once again, the Genshin Impact update will continue the Archon Quest storyline in Snezhnaya. We’re still learning more about the Cryo Archon and ruler of the nation, the Tsaritza, during “Hour of Ruin.” Her and other people from the region, as well as Fatui Harbingers, will play major parts. That will also take us to the Where Kristall Roots Run Deep area and introduce a Wavebinder boss.

As for the Event Wish character banners in Genshin Impact, both the five-star catalyst and Electro user Mitya and four-star claymore and Electro user Valeriy will be available immediately on November 4, 2026, after the 7.2 update drops. a Furina rerun banner will also appear at that point. During the second part of the update, reruns if Linnea and Zibai will be back. The new Chronicled Wish will feature the five-star units Chasca, Kinich, Mualani, Varesa, and Xilonen, and the weapon banner running alongside that has their signature weapons Astral Vulture’s Crimson Plumage, Fang of the Mountain King, Surf’s Up, Vivid Notions, andPeak Patrol Song.

Here’s the general trailer for 7.2.

We were introduced to the 7.2 events The Grand Defense: Defy the Unjust Judgment, Frames of Fierce Splendor, and Stress Block Smashing Project in another video.

You can see the full Genshin Impact 7.2 Special Program that goes over all the new features and release date on YouTube below.

Genshin Impact is available for the PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, and Android and iOS mobile devices, and the 7.2 patch will release on November 4, 2026.

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