Genshin Impact 3.4 “The Exquisite Night Chimes” is all set to release on 18th January 2023 on all the available platforms. And as we all know, with every update, they also introduce new characters with unique skills and abilities, new weapons, regions, events, and much more, which makes the game even more interesting.
In this guide, we will share information about Genshin Impact 3.4 release date, Banners, Events, Quests, and more.
Genshin Impact 3.4 Release Date and Time
Genshin Impact’s developer, miHoYo, has confirmed the 3.4 update will release on 18th January at 6 am (UTC +8)on all the available platforms. If you are already playing this game, you know it takes 5 hours for its maintenance. And as compensation for these 5 hours, you will get 60 Primogems every hour, which is 300 Primogems.
Here is the Genshin Impact 3.4 release time for every time zones:
- UK: Wednesday, 18th January, 3 am (GMT)
- Europe: Wednesday, 18th January, 4 am (CEST)
- East Coast US: Tuesday, 17th January, 10 pm (EDT)
- Central US: Tuesday, 17th January, 9 pm (CDT)
- West Coast US: Tuesday, 17th January, 7 pm (PDT)
- Australia: Wednesday, 18th January, 2 pm (AEST)
- New Zealand: Wednesday, 18th January, 4 pm (NZST)
- Japan: Wednesday, 18th January, 12 pm (JST)
Genshin Impact 3.4 Banners
According to miHoYo, Genshin Impact 3.4 update will feature two new playable characters and three reruns. Alhaitham, a Five-Star Dendro Sword user, and Yaoyao, a Four-Star Dendro Polearm user.
The first phase of the 3.4 update will feature the new Five-Star Sword user Alhaitham(Caution in Confidence Banner), the scribe of the Sumeru Akademiya, and a rerun of Xiao(Invitation to Mundane Life Banner), a Five-Star Anemo Polearm user. Also, a Four-Star Polearm user, Yaoyao (Caution in Confidence and Invitation to Mundane Life Banners), the Youngest disciple of Streetward Rambler, will be featured in the first phase of the 3.4 update.
In the second phase of the 3.4 update, we will see the rerun of 5-Star Pyro user Hu Tao(Moment of Bloom Banner) and 5-Star Hydro user Yelan(Discerner of Enigmas Banner). The second phase will be available from 8th February and is probably run until 28th February.
Genshin Impact 3.4 New Weapon
We also see a new Five-Star Sword Light of Foliar Incision Sword in the 3.4 update. The weapon is probably the signature weapon of Alhaitham, and it will be available in the first phase alongside Alhaitham and Xiao banners.
Genshin Impact 3.4 Story Quest
The 3.4 Update will add a new story quest featuring Alhaitham called Vultur Volans. This story is after the end of the crisis in Sumeru and the shutdown of the Akasha system, the Akademiya still has many problems that need to be solved urgently. Alhaitham will face many challenges on his path to resolving all the problems of Akademiya.
Desert of Hadramaveth
The Desert of Hadramaveth is the most highlighted part in the 3.4 update. It is an extension of the Sumeru Desert Map. It has a large rocky area in the middle of which we see a giant spiral sandstorm. It is also possible that we will need to complete world quests to explore the entire map.
New Character Outfits
In version 3.4, Ayaka and Lisa will get their new outfits. Lisa’s outfit will be available for free from an event called Second Blooming. You will need to complete every challenge to get it for free. Ayaka’s outfit will be available in the in-game shop.
Genshin Impact Lantern Rite Festival 2023 event
Lantern Rite returns in the 3.4 update, where we can meet the characters and collect rewards. We will able to perform many activities during this event:
- Paper Theatre – A paper mini-game
- Radiant Sparks – A parkour mini-game
- Vigilance at Sea – Sailing challenges
- A Combat Challenge
Here is the list of rewards you can earn by taking part in the Lantern Rite 2023 event:
- 4-Star Liyue character
- Mystic Enhancement Ore
- Character EXP Materials
- Talent Level-Up Materials
- Crown of Insight
- Character Ascension Materials
- Primogems
- Mora
Genshin Impact Almighty Arataki Extraordinary and Exhilarating Extreme Beetle Brawl event
The Almighty Arataki Extraordinary and Exchilarating Extreme Beetle Brawl Event is an Onikabuto fighting event where you will pick your Onikabuto and fight against other Onikabuto contenders. You will control your Onikabuto by moving them forward and backward to avoid taking any damage, then unleash your special attack to defeat your opponent. You will need to clear five different Onikabuto stages.
Rewards you can earn by taking part in the Almighty Arataki Extraordinary and Exciting Extreme Beetle Brawl event:
- Mystic Enhancement Ore
- Talent Level-Up Materials
- Character EXP Materials
- Primogems
- Mora
Genshin Impact Warrior’s Spirit Event
The Warriors Spirit event is a martial arts fighting competition held in the Inazuma region where you will fight your opponent with only swords and no vision or elements. Show your sword skills to win this fight without relying on your elemental reaction.
Rewards you can earn by taking part in the Warrior’s Spirit event:
- Mystic Enhancement Ore
- Weapon Ascension Materials
- Character EXP Materials
- Talent Level-Up materials
- Primogems
- Mora
Genshin Impact Second Blooming Event
Second Blooming is a combat event where you’ll need to form three teams to defeat all the enemies in the given time and complete all the challenges to earn the rewards, including Lisa’s outfit for free.
Rewards you can earn by taking part in the Second Blooming event:
- New outfit for Lisa
- Mystic Enhancement Ore
- Character EXP Materials
- Weapon Ascension Materials
- Primogems
- Mora
Genshin Impact is a free-to-play gacha-based role-playing game currently available on PlayStation, iOS, Android, and PC.
