Genshin Impact 4.4 Leak Teases Free Characters

Highlights

• Genshin Impact version 4.4 will introduce free Liyue-based characters, possibly including Xinyan, Yanfei, Xingqiu, or Yaoyao, as well as a rumored four-star character named Gaming.
• The upcoming version will also feature a new Adepti character named Fujin, who is a Liyue-based deity aiming to protect the region, and new Spiral Abyss enemies for players to fight.
• Players can expect to claim login and mail rewards, as well as participate in the Lantern Rite festival, which will offer freebies, although the rarities of the characters are currently unknown.

A recent leak from Genshin Impact suggests that version 4.4 will offer players free Liyue-based characters. A couple of days ago, many Genshin Impact players went online to voice their frustration over the lack of free units, with some hoping that the game will soon give one after Honkai: Star Rail‘s Dr. Ratio giveaway. They also asked the developers to expand the roster of Geo units, as the majority of them can’t stay relevant in the current meta.

Genshin Impact recently revealed Gaming and Xianyun as version 4.4 characters, who will play a crucial role in the main story. Gaming is a surprise addition to the current banner lineup, as players hadn’t heard about him until this week. Xianyun, on the other hand, has been confirmed to be the human form of the Anemo-based Cloud Retainer. Though the developers didn’t reveal details about their element and weapon, some reliable insiders indicated that Gaming will be a Pyro Polearm user, while Xianyun will use a Catalyst in combat.

The latest Genshin Impact leak from Genshin Meow suggests that players will receive free characters in version 4.4, which is expected to be released in 2024. These Liyue-based units will reportedly become available through a limited-time event, but their rarities are currently unknown. According to the leaked list that shows upcoming events, Travelers will also claim login and mail rewards in version 4.4. One of the flagship festivities of Genshin Impact, Lantern Rite, will return with freebies next year.

It’s safe to assume that two of the four-star Liyue units in Genshin Impact, such as Xinyan, Yanfei, Xingqiu, and Yaoyao, will be available to claim for free in the 4.4 update. There is also a chance that Gaming, who is rumored to be a four-star, will join the roster of permanent freebies to celebrate Liyue’s Lantern Rite festival. Needless to say, players will be happier if they are given a top-tier, five-star character like Baizhu, Zhongli, or Hu Tao.

Aside from events and characters, Genshin Impact version 4.4 will introduce Travelers to a new Adepti named Fujin, who lives inside a Teapot Realm. She is rumored to be a Liyue-based deity that aims to protect the entire region from nearby threats. Alongside version 4.4, there will also be new Spiral Abyss enemies released: Axe Mitachurl, Fontemer Aberrant, Nobushi, Setekh Wenut, and more. Travelers will have to fight through a number of floors littered with these monstrous creatures to earn valuable rewards.