Here’s a roundup of what players can expect in the Genshin Impact 4.3 update, including its release date, banners, events and more.
Genshin Impact Version 4.3 – Release Date
Genshin Impact 4.3 is set to launch on December 20, 2023, immediately following the conclusion of Phase 2 in version 4.2. Players will have the opportunity to pre-install the update starting from December 18, enhancing their convenience and ensuring a seamless transition.
Genshin Impact Version 4.3 – Character Banners
Phase 1:
- Characters: Navia and Ayaka, with Chevreuse as the 4-star.
- Weapons: Considered Judgement and Mistsplitter Reforged.
Phase 2:
- Characters: Raiden Shogun and Yoimiya.
- Weapons: Engulfing Lightning and Thundering Pulse.
New Artifact Sets
Version 4.3 introduces two exciting artifact sets: Nighttime Whispers in the Echoing Woods and Song of Days Past. Nighttime Whispers is designed exclusively for Navia.
Nighttime Whispers
- 2-piece Bonus: Increases Attack by 18%.
- 4-piece Bonus: Grants the user the Heart of Gold effect for 10 seconds after using an Elemental Skill. This effect enhances Geo Damage by 16%. Under a shield granted by the Crystallize reaction, the Geo Damage bonus increases by an additional 150%, disappearing one second after the shield is lost.
Song of Days Past
- 2-piece Bonus: Grants the wielder a 15% healing bonus.
- 4-piece Bonus: Gives the character a “Yearning effect” for 10 seconds when healing a party member. This effect records the total amount of healing, transforming into “Waves from that Day” after expiration. When the active character hits an opponent, damage dealt increases by 3% of the total healing amount recorded. The “Waves from that Day” effect lasts for 10 uses or 10 seconds.
Free Four-Star Weapon and Events
As is tradition in Genshin Impact, version 4.3 will offer players a free four-star weapon during its flagship event. Leaks suggest it will be a Claymore named “Dance of Deeply Pondering, Resolutely Spinning.” Additionally, here is a list of all the events expected in Genshin Impact 4.3:
- Guns and Roses: Join Navia’s Story Quest and participate in mini-games like shooting challenges, small battles, multiplayer ballgames, and filming to complete stories. Earn Primogems and valuable rewards.
- Dance of Resolute Will: Engage in thrilling battles with a twist. Each challenge consists of two stages, where one character must be present in both stages. Test your team-building skills and strategic thinking.
- Lost Riches (4th time): Complete challenges to charge up a Seelie companion who will guide you to hidden treasures. Some challenges require the use of Xenochromatic Fontemer Aberrants.
- Arataki Splendid and Resplendent Beetle Training
- Marvelous Merchandise: Liben returns with more Natlan lore.
Based on information from trustworthy leaker hhw, it appears that players will have access to a sniper in version 4.3. The leaks suggest that, in one of the mini-games within the main event, players will be challenged to shoot at typical targets, Hilichurls, in various locations, utilizing a scope.
QoL Updates
Genshin Impact version 4.3 is rumored to bring several Quality of Life (QoL) updates, although it is important to note that these leaks are subject to change. Here are some of the anticipated QoL updates:
- Ability to upgrade artifacts from levels 4, 8, 12, 16, and 20.
- Additional materials and EXP books for upgrading weapons, artifacts, and characters.
- Automatic addition of artifacts to the Strongbox.
- Cooldown refresh when retrying Spiral Abyss.
- Immediate resending of characters for expeditions to the same previous expedition, with quick claim rewards.
- Improved artifact filter.
- Option to lock artifacts based on their rolls.
- Respawn at the domain key when retrying a domain.
As the release date approaches, these leaks add to the excitement and anticipation surrounding Genshin Impact 4.3. Players can prepare for a rich array of characters, artifacts, and events that will undoubtedly enhance their gaming experience in the expansive world of Teyvat.
