Genshin Impact Version 5.7 – “Space and Time for You” Arrives June 18

Genshin Impact’s Version 5.7 update, titled “Space and Time for You,” launches on June 18, 2025 — and it’s shaping up to be one of the most thrilling updates yet. This patch introduces long-awaited character Skirk, pushes the Traveler twins’ emotional storyline forward, and packs in new game modes, events, and quality-of-life improvements.

🌌 Archon Quest: Traveler vs. Sibling Intensifies

For long-time fans of the main story, the “Bedtime Story” Archon Quest was a major moment — and Version 5.7 promises even more dramatic turns. The Abyss Order is stirring in Natlan, and Dainsleif is said to return in a new light.

As the twin Travelers’ fates intertwine once more, players can expect major reveals about their mysterious pasts and future intentions. If you’ve been craving darker, more emotional storytelling in Teyvat, this chapter looks set to deliver.

⚔️ New Combat Mode: Stygian Onslaught

One of the most exciting additions is Stygian Onslaught, a permanent combat mode featuring rotating boss battles and six tiers of difficulty. The big reward? A new item called Dust of Enlightenment, which allows players to re-roll substats on Level 20 Artifacts — a long-awaited feature that adds more depth to gear optimization.

🧠 Flagship Event: Sumeru Tactical Simulation

The Sumeru Akademiya is back with a new limited-time tactical game mode. Build a team using “Companion Pieces,” power them up, and choose strategic routes through jungle or desert maps — with a touch of randomness thrown in to keep things fresh.

Complete this event and you’ll earn Sethos as a free character!

🌍 Mini Events: Travelers’ Tales

To balance out the intensity of the main story, Version 5.7 also includes cozy slice-of-life stories set around Teyvat:

• Thoma returns to Mondstadt
• Neuvillette visits Merusea Village
• Dori and Sayu… attempt to negotiate (chaos incoming)

These smaller tales offer a welcome breather between high-stakes missions.

❄️ New Playable Characters

Skirk – 5-Star Cryo Sword

After years of mystery, Skirk, the elusive mentor of Childe, finally becomes playable. As a 5-star Cryo sword wielder, she brings a distinctive dual-combat style based on her unique resource, Serpent’s Subtlety.

She can alternate between sustained Cryo slashes and devastating AoE damage, all without relying on traditional Elemental Energy. Her kit synergizes beautifully with Hydro and Cryo teams, even buffing their Elemental Skills and boosting her own damage significantly.

Dahlia – 4-Star Hydro Sword

Joining Skirk is Dahlia, a 4-star Hydro support and Deacon of the Church of Favonius. He brings a renewable shield via his Burst, which reactivates with Normal Attacks or Freeze reactions. His skill offers utility by either launching allies or dealing Hydro damage, and his talents increase team attack speed — making him a versatile support.

🧧 Event Wishes & Reruns

The first phase of Version 5.7 banners features Skirk, Dahlia, and Shenhe.The second phase sees reruns for Mavuika and Emilie.

🎮 Final Thoughts

Version 5.7 feels like a love letter to everything Genshin fans enjoy — from deep lore and emotional stakes to inventive combat mechanics and long-requested features like artifact re-rolling. Whether you're here for the drama, the battles, or just to explore new stories, this update has it all.

See you in Teyvat on June 18!