Genshin Impact 5.3: All You Need To Know
Dive into the Genshin Impact 5.3 update featuring the Lantern Rite Festival, the debut of Mavuika, and exciting new content. Pre-download now!
Genshin Impact fans, ready for the adventure of a lifetime? The highly anticipated 5.3 update, “Incandescent Ode of Resurrection,” is almost here. It’s packed with events, characters, and rewards—including the dazzling Lantern Rite Festival and the debut of the fiery Pyro Archon, Mavuika. Here’s what’s coming, when to expect it, and how to prepare.
Maintenance Schedule and Downtime
To make way for the new version, servers will go offline for maintenance starting January 1, 2025, at 6 am (UTC+8). During this time, you won’t be able to access the game. The good news? Maintenance is expected to last only around five hours, and if things go smoothly, it could wrap up earlier.
Here’s the downtime breakdown by region:
North America (December 31, 2024):
- Pacific Time (PST): 2 pm – 7 pm
- Mountain Time (MST): 3 pm – 8 pm
- Central Time (CST): 4 pm – 9 pm
- Eastern Time (EST): 5 pm – 10 pm
Europe (December 31, 2024 – January 1, 2025):
- Western Europe (WET): 10 pm – 3 am
- Central Europe (CET): 11 pm – 4 am
- Eastern Europe (EET): 12 am – 5 am
Asia (January 1, 2025):
- India (IST): December 31, 2024, 3:30 am – 8:30 am
- China (CST): 6 am – 11 am
- Japan (JST): 7 am – 12 pm
The best part? Once maintenance ends, the new features and events are game on.
Pre-Download Now Available
Why wait? Use the pre-download feature to grab the update files in advance. It’s already live for all regions. This means you can jump straight into the action when the servers go back online. No waiting. Just playing.
Maintenance Rewards
The downtime comes with a perk: 300 Primogems for every player who has reached Adventure Rank 5 or above before maintenance begins. Check your in-game mail after the update to claim them. Free resources? Yes, please.
What’s New in the Genshin Impact 5.3 Update?
1. Lantern Rite Festival
The Lantern Rite Festival returns! Celebrate with stunning activities, exclusive in-game rewards, and heartfelt moments with your favorite characters.
2. Pyro Archon Mavuika
The wait is over. The Pyro Archon, Mavuika, is here, bringing fiery skills and a powerful presence. Don’t miss her limited-time banner.
3. New Quests and Challenges
Dive into fresh storylines and battle challenges. These adventures add depth to Teyvat’s lore and come with rewarding loot.
4. Special Bonuses and Surprises
Expect mini-events and time-limited missions with extra goodies. Think hidden surprises. Think big rewards.
Pro Tips to Maximize the Update
- Pre-download early so you can play as soon as servers are live.
- Log in after maintenance to grab your Primogems.
- Time your pulls and event participation according to your time zone.
- Spend your resin and complete dailies before maintenance starts to avoid wasting resources.
The 5.3 update is shaping up to be one of the best yet. Mark your calendars, prep your account, and get ready to explore new horizons in Teyvat. See you in the game!