Genshin Impact has revealed the second half banners for Version 5.7, with Mavuika and Emilie joined by Xiangling, Yao Yao, and Iansan. With the Natlan era coming to a close, Genshin Impact has some important reruns to introduce before the Traveler and Paimon set foot on the shores of Nod-Krai. While Mualani, Citlali, and Chasca are all slated to feature on the Event Banners in Version 5.8, players will be able to wish for the Pyro Archon a patch earlier.
The first half of Version 5.7 was marked by Shenhe's unexpected rerun and Skirk's long-expected debut. While Skirk in Genshin Impact had an extremely popular banner, some players critiqued her ability kit as being too dependent on Escoffier. For players who may want a more flexible hypercarry, Mavuika should suit their needs, as she is capable of excelling in Melt, Vaporize, Overload, and Burning. However, in order to build a premium Mavuika team in Genshin Impact, players should try to surround her with Natlan characters.
Genshin Impact Tier List
Here's a Genshin Impact tier list to help players see who's in the meta and who isn't.
The second half banners for Version 5.7 will run from July 8, 2025, to July 30, 2025. Mavuika and Emilie will be the featured 5-Stars, while the pair will be accompanied by Iansan, Xiangling, and Yao Yao. While Emilie is an underrated Support capable of pushing Burning teams to the next level, the real value of this Event Banner lies in its 4-Star characters. Iansan is one of the best Support characters in Genshin Impact, and her Constellations have plenty of value. On the other hand, Yao Yao is useful as a Dendro healer, while Xiangling has been a staple of the game since launch.
Genshin Impact: Version 5.8 Second Half Banners
- Mavuika – 5-Star Pyro Claymore
- Emilie – 5-Star Dendro Polearm
- Iansan – 4-Star Electro Polearm
- Xiangling – 4-Star Pyro Polearm
- Yao Yao – 4-Star Dendro Polearm
Where the second half falters is in its Weapon Banner. While Lumidouce Elegy and A Thousand Blazing Suns are valuable Signature Weapons in Genshin Impact, they are paired with a rather undesirable collection of 4-Stars such as Rust and Rainslasher. Unless Genshin Impact players have a strong desire to obtain Mavuika's or Emilie's Signature Weapon, it may be best to dodge the Weapon Banner in this specific rerun.
While Version 5.8 will be packed with Primogems in Genshin Impact, players have had to deal with two dry patches in a row. Players who saved up their currency for Emilie or Mavuika will benefit greatly from their current banner, but those who invested in Escoffier and Skirk may need to make some difficult choices. With Ineffa and the cast of Nod-Krai on the way, it may be wiser to hold onto their Primogems and see what the new region will bring to the meta.
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
- 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
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, iOS, Android
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
- X|S Optimized
- yes
