As Genshin Impact gets closer to finishing up with Fontaine, we’re learning more about Natlan and what’s coming in the Summer Event for 2024.
In Version 4.6, there will be new places to explore like the ruins of Remuria and the Sea of Bygone Eras. But we won’t get a whole new map until Natlan arrives in August 2024.
In Version 4.7, there will be three new characters you can play as. Then, Version 4.8 will bring a special zone just for a limited time, all centered around a big event.
For Version 4.7, the featured characters on the banners will be Clorinde and Alhaitham at first, then Sigewinne and Furina later on. Version 4.8 might not introduce any new top-tier characters, so fans are hoping to see Wriothesley and Navia make a comeback.
Wriothesley seems likely because of his role in the Imaginarium Theater, but hints suggest Navia will also be on the banners.
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According to hxg_diluc, a trusted source, there’s talk that the Summer Event in Version 4.8 will be all about the Hexenzirkel again, but this time with a fairy tale twist. Characters like Navia, Nilou, Wanderer, Kirara, and Durin, the big dragon from Mondstadt’s past, will have important roles. Plus, players will finally get to ride on Durin as a preview for the mount system coming in Natlan.
Genshin Impact 5.0 Natlan Update
In Genshin Impact’s Version 4.2, Neuvillette hinted about what’s coming in Natlan. This new area will have two main stories: one about war and another about dragons.
The Pyro Archon and the Dragon Sovereign will be important characters in Natlan. You’ll be able to reach Natlan from the western part of the Sumeru Desert.
According to recent leaks, exploring Natlan will mainly involve riding dragons. It’s said that Xbalanque, the Dragon Sovereign, will look like a medium-built guy with tanned skin and either red or white hair.
We’re getting close to seeing what’s in Version 4.8. Beta testing is expected to start on June 5, 2024. In this version, we might see new outfits for characters. Previous leaks suggest that these outfits will match the fairy tale theme of the Summer Event.
Genshin Impact Leak Reveals Natlan World Design
A recent leak from a well-known Genshin Impact leaker, Uncle Teyvat, gives us some insight into how HoYoverse is planning the world design for Natlan.
Natlan chapter is going to adopt “performing-art-centered” design philosophy, which we already previewed in the 4.6 WQ. Everything about Natlan will be heavily serving the story (not Sumeru style, but Remuria style) and there’s more sophisticated performance (not just animation)
— Uncle_テイワット (@UTeyvat) May 12, 2024
According to the leak, Natlan’s world will focus more on storytelling than just exploration, unlike previous regions. However, this doesn’t mean exploration will disappear; it’ll just be balanced with the main story.
The leak mentions the Remuria sub-region in Version 4.6 as an example of this new design philosophy.
We’ve heard some rumors about Natlan before. Uncle Teyvat hinted earlier that mounts might be introduced with Natlan’s launch. People think Natlan is located southwest of the Sumeru desert. It’s expected to join Genshin Impact in Version 5.0, likely in August.
HoYoverse also announced that Version 5.0 will bring significant graphical improvements to the game. These changes might increase the game’s performance demands on some devices. The leak suggests that Natlan’s graphical enhancements are a big reason behind this update.
With Natlan on the horizon, Genshin Impact fans have lots to look forward to in the coming months!