Genshin Impact 5.5 Livestream: Date & Time

HoYoverse typically follows a consistent schedule for its livestreams, which occur about two weeks before a new patch goes live. Since Version 5.5 is expected to launch on March 26, 2025, the livestream will likely take place on March 14, 2025, around 7 AM ET. An official confirmation should be revealed soon.

New Characters in Genshin Impact 5.5

Varesa (5-star Electro, Catalyst)

• Specializes in Plunging Attacks.
• Can use Charged Attacks to headbutt enemies and leap into the air, setting up Plunging Attacks.
• Skill grants a Follow-Up Strike effect, allowing her to use Charged Attacks without consuming stamina.
• A Hold Skill version lets her traverse terrain and water.
• Burst deals AoE Electro DMG and restores her Nightsoul points.
• When at max Nightsoul points, Varesa enters Fiery Passion mode, enhancing her abilities and unlocking a special Burst after Plunging Attacks.

Iansan (4-star Electro, Polearm)

• Leaks suggest she is a support character who can buff allies’ ATK and heal them based on her ATK stat.
• Expected to appear in Phase 1 banners with increased drop rates.

Genshin Impact 5.5 Banner Leaks

Phase 1

• Varesa (5-star Electro, Catalyst)
• Xianyun (5-star Anemo, Catalyst)
• 4-star featured characters: Iansan, Gaming, Faruzan

Phase 2

• Xilonen (5-star Dendro, Catalyst)
• Venti (5-star Anemo, Bow)
• 4-star featured characters: Beidou, Yanfei

Xianyun’s return makes sense, as she supports Plunging Attack DPS characters like Xiao and, now, Varesa. Xilonen, meanwhile, is receiving her first rerun.

New Map Expansion: Atocpan & The Great Volcano of Tollan

A new map area west of the People of the Springs is rumored to be introduced in Version 5.5. This area, known as Atocpan, features the Great Volcano of Tollan and is said to have multiple layers of exploration.

• New World Quests will guide players through the area.
• New NPCs, including Waxaklahun Ubah Kan, the Sage of the Stolen Flame, will appear.
• The Collective of Plenty tribe is rumored to play a role in the region’s story.
• Possible environmental hazards linked to volcanic activity may affect exploration.

New Boss: Special Team Composition Required

Leaked information suggests that Genshin Impact 5.5 will introduce a new world boss that will require specific team compositions to defeat effectively. More details should be revealed during the livestream.

Artifact Sets & Events in Version 5.5

• Two new Artifact sets are rumored to be introduced.
• Limited-time events will provide a fair amount of Primogems.
• The livestream should confirm the full list of events and rewards.

Final Thoughts

With new characters, a rumored map expansion, a challenging new boss, and exciting banners, Genshin Impact 5.5 is shaping up to be a content-rich update. The upcoming livestream will provide the final confirmation of all these leaks, so stay tuned for official announcements from HoYoverse.

Are you excited for Version 5.5? Which character are you planning to pull for? Let us know in the comments!