Summary

  • According to a leak, Version 5.4 of Genshin Impact introduces new Thespian Tricks at the Imaginarium Theater.
  • The characters getting unique poses are Barbara, Sethos, Chiori, and Baizhu.
  • Players need diverse Elemental characters to conquer monthly challenges for cosmetic rewards.

Genshin Impact is adding four new Thespian Tricks to the Imaginarium Theater in Version 5.4, as the latest beta build reveals Barbara, Sethos, Chiori, and Baizhu in their unique poses. The Imaginarium Theater represents one half of the endgame experience in Genshin Impact. Whereas the Spiral Abyss puts more emphasis on team building from a vertical standpoint, the Imaginarium Theater demands horizontal investment from Genshin Impact players.

In order to tackle the monthly challenges of the Imaginarium Theater in Genshin Impact, players are expected to have a respectable number of characters from every Element in their roster. Each month, the Imaginarium Theater restricts players to using only three Elements (with a few exceptions) and awards them cosmetic rewards if they succeed in conquering its Acts. The two types of rewards available from the Imaginarium Theater are Envisaged Echoes and Thespian Tricks.

A promotional visual for Genshin Impact showing Citlali and Ororon.
Genshin Impact Leak Shows New Event Weapon

A new leak from Genshin Impact is showing off an event-exclusive weapon players will be able to pick up during the game's Version 5.4 update.

With a screenshot shared from the beta servers, Firefly Leaks has given Genshin Impact players a first look at the new Imaginarium Theater rewards coming in Version 5.4. The Thespian Tricks for the upcoming patch belong to Barbara, Sethos, Chiori, and Baizhu. While Chiori recently had her rerun in Version 5.1, Baizhu will feature in the new Chronicled Banner in Genshin Impact, and players will be able to obtain him ahead of Version 5.4.

Genshin Impact: Thespian Tricks for Version 5.4

  • Barbara
  • Sethos
  • Chiori
  • Baizhu

The new pose for Chiori in Genshin Impact stands out from the other candidates and will no doubt be popular with fans who have the Thundering Seamtress on their account. Chiori remains one of the best long-term investments that a player can make in Genshin Impact, as her power with a completed set of Constellations rivals that of Mualani and Arlecchino. Under normal circumstances, Chiori is designed to work with Mono Geo teams, but she has also found success by partnering with Navia, as well as forming an off-field Double Geo core with Zhongli.

Compared to the current update in Genshin Impact, Version 5.4 could be considered a bit of a small patch, as it will feature no new map expansion, no Archon Quest, no Artifact Domain, and only one new character. However, Version 5.4 will have a major Flagship Event set in Inazuma – something that players have long been asking for. It will also introduce Yumemizuki Mizuki to Genshin Impact, as the 5-star Anemo Catalyst will not only feature in the Flagship Event, but she will also have a Story Quest of her own. Version 5.4 is scheduled to be released on February 12, 2025.

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September 28, 2020
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Teen / Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items), Users Interact
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Step into Teyvat, a vast world teeming with life and flowing with elemental energy.

You and your sibling arrived here from another world. Separated by an unknown god, stripped of your powers, and cast into a deep slumber, you now awake to a world very different from when you first arrived.

Thus begins your journey across Teyvat to seek answers from The Seven — the gods of each element. Along the way, prepare to explore every inch of this wondrous world, join forces with a diverse range of characters, and unravel the countless mysteries that Teyvat holds...

MASSIVE OPEN WORLD
Climb any mountain, swim across any river, and glide over the world below, taking in the jaw-dropping scenery each step of the way. And if you stop to investigate a wandering Seelie or strange mechanism, who knows what you might discover?

ELEMENTAL COMBAT SYSTEM
Harness the seven elements to unleash elemental reactions. Anemo, Electro, Hydro, Pyro, Cryo, Dendro, and Geo interact in all sorts of ways, and Vision wielders have the power to turn this to their advantage.

Will you vaporize Hydro with Pyro, electro-charge it with Electro, or freeze it with Cryo? Your mastery of the elements will give you the upper hand in battle and exploration.

BEAUTIFUL VISUALS
Feast your eyes on the world around you, with a stunning art style, real-time rendering, and finely tuned character animations delivering you a truly immersive visual experience. Lighting and weather all change naturally over time, bringing every detail of this world to life.

SOOTHING SOUNDTRACK
Let the beautiful sounds of Teyvat draw you in as you explore the expansive world around you. Performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the soundtrack changes seamlessly with the time and gameplay to match the mood.

BUILD YOUR DREAM TEAM
Team up with a diverse cast of characters in Teyvat, each with their own unique personalities, stories, and abilities. Discover your favorite party combinations and level up your characters to help you conquer even the most daunting of enemies and domains.

JOURNEY WITH FRIENDS
Team up with friends across various platforms to trigger more elemental action, tackle tricky boss fights, and conquer challenging domains together to reap rich rewards.

As you stand atop the peaks of Jueyun Karst and take in the rolling clouds and vast terrain stretching out before you, you may wish to stay in Teyvat a little longer... But until you are reunited with your lost sibling, how can you rest? Go forth, Traveler, and begin your adventure!

Engine
Unity
Multiplayer
Online Co-Op
Cross-Platform Play
All platforms
Cross Save
All platforms
PC Release Date
September 28, 2020
Xbox Series X|S Release Date
November 20, 2024
PS5 Release Date
April 28, 2021
Genre(s)
RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
X|S Optimized
yes
OpenCritic Rating
Strong