Summary
- A new Mondstadt character may be introduced in Genshin Impact Version 5.5, a 5-Star Electro Catalyst.
- Despite previous regions receiving new characters, Mondstadt has been underrepresented in recent content updates.
- Fans are hopeful for improved Superconduct reaction and are excited about the potential new character's design.
Genshin Impact may be introducing a new Mondstadt character in Version 5.5, as a recent leak seems to depict the final design for a female 5-Star Catalyst. Despite being the first region introduced in Genshin Impact, Mondstadt has been woefully underrepresented in content updates following the launch of Inazuma. The latest Mondstadt character added to the game was Mika in Version 3.5, while there have been no new Mondstadt 5-Stars since Eula in Version 1.5.
During the Fontaine era, Inazuma, Sumeru, and Liyue have all seen newcomers added to their cast of characters, with Chiori in particular being a popular addition. While the Genshin Impact community strongly believed Dahlia would become playable as a deacon of the Church of Favonius, no Mondstadt character was released during the content cycle for Fontaine. As Natlan rumors hint towards a Mondstadt map expansion for Genshin Impact, HoYoverse may finally be looking to expand the roster of the Anemo Nation.
While Dahlia's concept art was already released via earlier leaks, the character sheet shared by Iris Leaks implies a new character altogether. Reminiscent of gothic and steampunk fashion, this new Genshin Impact character uses the Medium Female model, and appears to have a Pyro vision of Mondstadt. Given that Kirara, Lyney, Charlotte, and Lynette all had different visions during their character sheets, her role as a Pyro user isn't guaranteed. In fact, Iris Leaks claims that the new character is a 5-Star Electro Catalyst instead.
Genshin Impact May Have a New 5-Star Character from Mondstadt in Version 5.5
The leak explains that the new Mondstadt character will be released in Version 5.5, and though no information is known about her ability kit, many players are hoping that Genshin Impact takes another look at improving the Superconduct elemental reaction. Given that Yae Miko in Genshin Impact already fulfills the Aggravate playstyle, it makes sense that the developers would try something different with the upcoming Catalyst character.
While 4-Star characters in Genshin Impact can be powerful in their own right, Natlan is expected to prioritize 5-Star characters during its content cycle. Assuming the leak turns out to be true, Natlan will only have three 4-Stars by the end of Version 5.5 – with Ororon, Kachina, and the annual Lantern Rite character being the sole examples. As Genshin Impact slowly sets the stage for Snezhnaya, a visit to Mondstadt seems mandatory. Though it remains to be seen what kind of role the new Electro Catalyst character will play, her design already seems to be popular in the Genshin Impact community.
Genshin Impact
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 81 /100 Critics Rec: 87%
- Released
- September 28, 2020
- ESRB
- Teen / Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items), Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
- Publisher(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
WHERE TO PLAY
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
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, iOS, Android
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
- X|S Optimized
- yes
