Genshin Impact 5.5 Update: Release Time, New Characters, and More
- India Today Gaming
- March 17, 2025 (UPDATED: March 18, 2025 02:07 IST)
Genshin Impact 5.5 brings new characters, Natlan's final expansion, and exciting events.
The highly anticipated Genshin Impact 5.5 update, Day of the Flame's Return, is set to launch on March 26, 2025, at 11 AM (UTC+8) and it’s bringing the heat! This massive update will roll out simultaneously across all servers, meaning everyone can dive into the new content at the same time. No waiting, no spoilers just pure excitement!
New Characters
Version 5.5 "Day of the Flame's Return" Trailer | Genshin Impact
The highlight of this update? The arrival of two incredible new characters:
- Varesa (5-star, Pyro) – A mysterious and powerful warrior with fiery abilities.
- Iansan (4-star, Pyro) – The long-awaited character from Natlan, finally making her debut!
Ever since the Natlan storyline began, players have been eagerly waiting for Iansan’s release. With Natlan's rich lore and dynamic combat styles, these new characters are sure to ignite some explosive gameplay. So, start saving those Primogems now!
Final Natlan Expansion & Exciting Events
Beyond new characters, Genshin Impact 5.5 marks the final major expansion of Natlan. Players will explore new territories, uncover secrets, and earn tons of free Primogems along the way!
Additionally, HoYoverse has lined up several new events packed with exclusive rewards, making this update even more rewarding.
Genshin Impact 5.5 Global Release Time
Since the update releases globally at the same time, here’s when you can expect it in different regions:
- Pacific Time (PT) – March 25, 2025, 8:00 PM
- Eastern Time (ET) – March 25, 2025, 11:00 PM
- Central European Time (CET) – March 26, 2025, 5:00 AM
- India Standard Time (IST) – March 26, 2025, 9:30 AM
- Japan Time (JST) – March 26, 2025, 12:00 PM
- Australia (AEST) – March 26, 2025, 2:00 PM
With new characters, the final Natlan expansion, and tons of events, Genshin Impact 5.5 is shaping up to be one of the most thrilling updates yet!
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Whether you're pulling for Varesa, exploring new lands, or hunting for Primogems, there’s something for everyone in this fiery update.