Key Facts
- Version: Genshin Impact 7.2, titled "Hour of Ruin"
- Release date: November 4, 2026 (HoYoverse, announced October 23)
- New characters: Mitya (5-star Electro Catalyst), Valeriy (4-star Electro Sword)
- New map: Eastern Snezhnaya, including Novokitezhgrad, Wingspan Peak, and Old Kitezhgrad
- Status: Announced; not live yet
HoYoverse confirmed on October 23, 2026 that Genshin Impact Version 7.2, "Hour of Ruin", arrives on November 4. The update is not live today. The announcement covers a new Archon Quest crisis, eastern Snezhnaya exploration, and two new playable characters.
What's Coming in Version 7.2
According to the HoYoverse press release on Games Press and Cognosphere's Japanese release:
- The Archon Quest has Teyvat's seven nations answer the Tsaritsa's call as the Nails of Retribution and Holy Soil crisis escalates.
- A new eastern Snezhnaya region opens, including the underground city Novokitezhgrad, Wingspan Peak, and Old Kitezhgrad.
- Mitya and Valeriy join the roster and boost Stellar-Conduct team play.
- Event Wishes: Phase 1 debuts Mitya and Valeriy with a Furina rerun; Phase 2 returns Zibai and Linnea, plus a Natlan Chronicled Wish.
Character kits, map beats, and limited rewards are covered in more detail in our Genshin Impact 7.2 characters, banners, and map guide.
Platforms
HoYoverse lists PlayStation, Xbox, PC, Android, and iOS, with cross-progression and Co-Op. Exact maintenance windows for November 4 were not announced in the October 23 release.
Codes
This news post does not list Special Program or livestream redemption codes. When HoYoverse publishes active codes, check the Genshin Impact codes page.
Sources
- HoYoverse / Games Press: "Genshin Impact Version 7.2 Arrives on November 4 as Teyvat's Seven Nations Unite Against Looming Annihilation" (October 23, 2026)
- Cognosphere / PR Times: "Genshin Impact Ver.7.2 releases November 4" (October 23, 2026)
- Official trailer: Genshin Impact Version 7.2
