The community is set abuzz by a volley of reliable leaks as Genshin Impact approaches the release of Version 6.0. From waves of fresh character additions to dazzling trimmings of a brand new region with much-anticipated anniversary rewards, the lineup of Version 6.0 is beginning to look like one of the most content-rich entries in the game. Here’s everything in store, broken down into the headline highlights.
Release Date and Expectations
Expected to drop on September 10, 2025, the 6.0 patch falls in line with HoYoverse’s traditional 42-day patch cycle. It will serve as Genshin’s next big anniversary event, with all the celebrations, giveaways, and Primogems players can dream of.
New Characters and Banner Leaks
Incoming leaks supported by acknowledged sources such as Team Mew and Kokomi state that 6.0 will be stuffed with new faces and a few high-demand reruns. There will be ten new characters introduced throughout the 6.x cycle, but two have already taken center stage for 6.0:
First Phase:
Male Lightkeepers Character (Main Electro DPS)Male ModelElectro Vision, Probably Main DPSSupposed to synergy with Ineffa (Version 5.8)Highly Flexible Team CompositionSecond Phase:Lauma – Dendro Catalyst Support of Frostmoon ScionsAppears on the Teaser named “Through the Silent Frostbound Night”Dendro Vision with a Catalyst WeaponLunar Bloom tech support and Dendro core optimizations
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Lauma will surely shake things up in Bloom team comps. Some rumored abilities include:Elemental Skill: Off-field Dendro application with a radius similar to Kirara’s skill, following the active characterElemental Burst: Stack-based buffs trigger on Lunar Bloom activation by team members, increasing Dendro core damagePassive Talent: Standard Bloom reactions are converted to the far stronger Lunar Bloom reactions
Reruns:Two much-loved characters are set to make their comeback:Zhongli, the Geo Archon and a top-class shielderYelan, Hydro sub-DPS and burst enabler
Explore the Southern Lands: Nod-Krai
Version 6.0 is all about Nod-Krai, a new explorable region situated at the very bottom end of Snezhnaya. Often called “Elysium,” it is described as a land where opportunity meets mystery. Allegedly, traveling agents with some of the wackiest minds come to Nod-Krai, and it would offer intense cultural experiences and lore drops and potentially continue the Fatui storyline.
Anniversary Rewards: What to Expect
With the 6.0 release, it will be the anniversary festival for Genshin Impact, and past events give us a good idea as to what should be there:20 Free Intertwined FatesA Free Standard 5-Star Character SelectionReset of the Initial Genesis Crystal Top-Up BonusEvents likely giving away weapons, furniture, and cosmetics
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These generous anniversary perks have become a yearly tradition, and HoYoverse is expected to match (or exceed) past offerings.Genshin Impact 6.0 isn’t just another update, it’s possibly a milestone. With new characters like Lauma, a new region full of secrets, and interesting anniversary giveaways, it’s clear that HoYoverse aims to make this version unforgettable. Let the countdown to September begin.