The development team behind Genshin Impact, in a recent release published on the Official PlayStation Blog, revealed all the news coming to the version 2.4, the first update of 2022 is expected on January 5th.
The press release starts by explaining the importance of Rite of Lanterns. On the day of the festival, the streets of Liyue will be filled with vendors and stalls, and the player can try their hand at creating sparkling fireworks or participate in the popular lantern riddle event. In addition to the celebrations, also the Jade Chamber will be the protagonist of the update:
This magnificent palace was destroyed to defeat the ancient god and sea monster Osial during the past Archon Quest. While Ningguang and many others are busy rebuilding the Jade Chamber, you can also help recover lost items. Some can be recovered with the Waverider, while others must be recovered by the Treasure Hoarders.
Also, players will meet new characters such as Shenhe And Yun Jin, as well as some well-known faces such as Liyue. Some will even have a new look with the upcoming update.
Shenhe comes from a family of exorcists. However, Shenhe was raised by Cloud Retainer as her disciple at an early age, and she does not understand the intricacies of human relationships or the ways of the world. In combat, Shenhe wields Cryo’s power and a pole weapon. It can summon a talisman spirit and become a strong support to increase team damage.
Yun Jin is a Geo Pole Weapon user and can be a strong support for those who prefer normal attacks. Her elemental ability can protect herself and charge for a more powerful blow. His Elemental Burst will cause AoE Geo DMG and grant all nearby teammates a formation of flying cloud flags, increasing their normal attack based on Yun Jin’s defense.
There will also be a new area named in the update Enkanomiya. Unlike the other islands of Inazuma, Enkanomiya is a huge floating island located under the ocean.
The clues to this lost civilization are buried in the ruins of the abandoned library, the shrines, the laboratory and the remains of the city. As you delve into the depths of Enkanomiya, the passage from day to night through Dainichi Mikoshi is the key to solving many puzzles. Also, pay attention to Bathysmal Vishaps and the new Abyss Lector during your research. Vishaps batismals are extremely dangerous predators that live in dark waters.
Finally, the team communicates that the performance of the Genshin Impact on console. With version 2.4 it will also be possible customize the keys on the controller shortcut wheel. For more details on all the news coming with the 2.4 update of Genshin Impact, please read the official press release, which you can find in the source below.
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