Genshin Impact 7.2 Update Launches November 4 With New Characters
The Genshin Impact version 7.2 update is scheduled to release on November 4, 2026. This patch introduces two new playable characters: Mitya, a five-star Electro catalyst user, and Valeriy, a four-star Electro claymore wielder. Both will be available immediately upon the update's launch alongside a rerun banner for Furina.
The update continues the Archon Quest storyline in Snezhnaya with the "Hour of Ruin" chapter, focusing on the Cryo Archon Tsaritza. Additional features include a new Chronicled Wish featuring Chasca, Kinich, Mualani, Varesa, and Xilonen, as well as several limited-time events such as The Grand Defense and Frames of Fierce Splendor.
Siliconera reported on October 21 that a special program for Genshin Impact 7.2 was set for October 23. Gematsu also reported on October 23 that the version 7.2 update titled 'Hour of Ruin' launches on November 4.
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Original headline at Siliconera: “7.2 Genshin Impact Update Adds Mitya and Valeriy in November”
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- Release date
- November 4, 2026
- Platform
- PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, Android, iOS
- New Characters
- Mitya, Valeriy
- Story Chapter
- Hour of Ruin
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