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Genshin Impact 7.0 will be one of the biggest updates in the game’s history. It will add the much-awaited Cryo region Snezhnaya, introduce a massive roster of new characters, and reveal the many secrets of Teyvat. If you are as excited about the update as I am, we have collected all the info we know so far from leaks and official sources alike. Here is everything you need to know about Genshin Impact 7.0.

Genshin Impact 7.0 Expected Release Date

Genshin Impact 7.0 is expected to release on August 12, 2026, for Europe, Asia, TW, HK, and MO servers. This means it will release one day earlier, on August 11, 2026, for NA servers, due to time zone differences. This update will add the Snezhnaya region to Genshin Impact. Here is a quick overview of Genshin Impact 7.0’s release and end date:

ServerRelease DateEnd DateNorth America (NA)August 11, 2026September 22, 2026Europe(EU)August 12, 2026September 23, 2026AsiaAugust 12, 2026September 23, 2026TW, HK, MOAugust 12, 2026September 23, 2026

Genshin Impact 7.0 Banners Leaked

Image Credit: Hoyoverse (via YouTube/GenshinImpact, edited by Sanmay / Beebom)

The Genshin Impact banners for version 7.0 are rumored to feature two new characters, Odette and Alyosha. Odette is a 5-star character, and Alyosha is a 4-star character.

RarityCharacter5-starOdette4-starAlyosha

The leaks also say that Alyosha will be obtainable for free at the start of Genshin Impact 7.0, by simply progressing through the Archon quest. With every region giving a free 4-star character at the start, this definitely seems in line with the Hoyoverse trend.

Genshin Impact 7.0 New Characters

Genshin Impact 7.0 will add many new characters. This will include the new Genshin Impact Snezhnaya characters, alongside some old names making a return. However, only three new playable characters will be added in version 7.0, and they are as follows:

  • Odette
  • Alyosha
  • Cryo Traveler

So, let’s learn a bit about each of them in the sections below, so that you know whether they are worth pulling in the banners or not.

Odette

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Odette is expected to be a 5-star character with the Cryo element and Sword weapon type in the Genshin Impact 7.0 update. She is a Stellar Swirl triggering sub-DPS and is going to be a meta character for the future updates. Furthermore, I guess that Odette is an assassin, and she is friends with Vodyanitsa and Alyosha.

Alyosha

Image Credit: Hoyoverse

Alyosha is expected to be a 4-star character, releasing in Genshin Impact 7.0. He is rumored to be an Electro Polearm user and can trigger Stellar Conduct damage. Other than that, we can also assume that he is a marksman and an assassin like Odette. An interesting fact about him is that he can summon hounds using his Elemental Burst, which was revealed in the Snezhnaya trailer.

Cryo Traveler

Image Credit: Hoyoverse (via YouTube/GenshinImpact)

Our beloved Traveler will finally complete unlocking all the elements in Snezhnaya. Genshin Impact 7.0 update will release the Cryo Traveler, which means our protagonist will be able to resonate with Anastasya Feodorovna Snezhnaya, aka ‘The Tsaritsa,’ the Cryo Archon.

Genshin Impact 7.0 Weapons Leaked

Genshin Impact 7.0 is rumored to add a ton of new weapons, including the Snezhnaya craftable weapons, new battle pass weapons, and two new signature weapons for Odette and the Traveler. With so many weapons featuring in the banners, make sure to use the Genshin Impact codes starting today to get free upgrade materials and Primogems. Here is a quick overview of all the rumored Genshin Impact 7.0 weapons and how you can obtain them:

NameRarityTypeHow to obtainFrostsnow Oath4-starBowCraftable in SnezhnayaEchoes of a Resolute Heart4-starCatalystCraftable in SnezhnayaBallad of the Sentinel4-starPolearmCraftable in SnezhnayaBlade of Redemption4-starClaymoreCraftable in SnezhnayaSource of Kindling4-starSwordCraftable in SnezhnayaWhite Lake Winterfeather5-starSwordOdette’s signature weapon (Banners)Starforged Sword5-starSwordNew signature weapon for TravelerBattle Pass Catalyst4-starCatalystNew Battle Pass in 7.0Battle Pass Polearm4-starPolearmNew Battle Pass in 7.0Battle Pass Bow4-starBowNew Battle Pass in 7.0Battle Pass Claymore4-starClaymoreNew Battle Pass in 7.0Battle Pass Sword4-starSwordNew Battle Pass in 7.0

Genshin Impact 7.0 New Artifacts Leaked

Other than weapons, Genshin Impact version 7.0 will also add two new artifacts. The details have been revealed in leaks and suggest that one of them will be a Stellar Conduct support set, while the other will be a Stellar Swirl DPS set. Here is a quick overview of all the new Genshin Impact 7.0 artifacts:

ArtifactEffectStellar Conduct Support Set2-Piece: ATK +18%.
4-Piece: When the equipping character triggers Stellar-Conduct or Stellar-Swirl, or directly deals damage from either reaction, they gain 12% ATK and grant nearby party members a 50% DMG Bonus to Stellar-Conduct and Stellar-Swirl for 12s. This effect is unique and does not stack from multiple sets. It can also be triggered while the character is off-field.Stellar Swirl DPS Set2-Piece: ATK +18%.
4-Piece: After the equipping character triggers Stellar-Swirl, they gain 16% CRIT Rate and 40% increased Stellar-Swirl DMG for 10s.

Genshin Impact 7.0 Enemies and Bosses

Thus far, we have only spotted a couple of enemies or bosses in Genshin Impact 7.0 Snezhnaya. These have made an appearance in the Snezhnaya trailers. Although we don’t know their names, two enemies stand out among the rest. One of them is a bunny with blades as leg-stands, while the other is a giant tree monster.

Other than that, we have spotted some new Fatui enemies as well. Take a look at all the enemies we have spotted so far from the images below:

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Genshin Impact 7.0 Snezhnaya Map Leaked

The Genshin Impact Snezhnaya map has also been leaked. Take a look at the leaked map via the Reddit post made by Seele Leaks. The Genshin Impact 7.0 Snezhnaya map is massive in size, much bigger than the first Nod-Krai map in version 6.0. It is also rumored that the Snezhnaya region will be located north of Nod-Krai.

Additionally, one of the leaks has also mentioned that Childe‘s hometown will be part of the 7.0 map. Here are some quick visuals from official sources on what Senzhnaya will look like in Genshin Impact:

  • Image Credit: Hoyoverse
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  • Image Credit: Hoyoverse (via YouTube/GenshinImpact)
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  • Image Credit: Hoyoverse (via YouTube/GenshinImpact)
  • Image Credit: Hoyoverse (via YouTube/GenshinImpact)

So, that’s everything there is to know about the Genshin Impact 7.0 Snezhnaya update. Have more questions about the new region? Tell us about it in the comments section below.

Will Snezhnaya be added to Genshin Impact in 2026?

Yes, Snezhnaya will be added to Genshin Impact in 2026, unless a major change of plan happens in the coming days.

When will Genshin Impact 7.0 release?

Genshin Impact 7.0 will release on August 11, 2026, for NA servers, and August 12, 2026, for other servers.

Which characters will be featured in Genshin Impact 7.0 Banners?

Odette and Alyosha are the two new characters rumored to feature in Genshin 7.0 banners.

Is Tsaritsa in Genshin Impact 7.0?

The Tsaritsa will likely make an appearance in version 7.0, but she won’t become playable until version 7.3.

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