Today, publisher HoYoverse announced that their latest game update to their free-to-play open-world adventure title ‘Genshin Impact’, dubbed Version Luna V “Song of the Welkin Moon: Variation — Homeward, He Who Caught the Wind”, will launch across all platforms on 25 February.
After the events of Nod-Krai, Travelers will be beckoned home to the land of wind AKA Mondstadt, where they’ll be introduced to a brand-new event hosted by the Knights of Favonius alongside the return of familiar faces. This update also marks the long-awaited debut of Varka is a pullable character, joining the roster with a formidable dual-wield combat style as an Anemo claymore user. This hunk of a dood will rerun alongside the likes of Flins followed by the return of Skirk and Escoffier in the second round of things. Over in Miliastra Wonderland, the new voice feature will officially launch, accompanied by gameplay modes designed around this functionality. Plus, players can obtain a brand-new Manekin/Manekina cosmetic set, the “Owl Envoy,” free of charge through in-game events
Codes active for the next two and half days (as of 13 Feb): Homeward, VarkaArrives, VisitWonderland. You can redeem these in-game or over on HoYoLab.
Have a gander below for more details on Genshin Impact’s Luna V update. This game is available on PC via HoYoPlay, Xbox Series, PlayStation consoles, iOS, and Android via Google Play/Galaxy Store. The game is also playable over XCloud for users with a Game Pass Ultimate subscription. Genshin Impact supports crossplay and cross-saving across all platforms.
Long familiar to players as a legendary figure, Varka, Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius and Knight of Boreas, finally makes his long-awaited debut as a playable character, joining the roster as a 5-star Anemo claymore wielder. Players were first introduced to Varka through the story in Mondstadt, where he left a carefree and easygoing impression. In stories set in Nod-Krai, he further reveals a bold, open-hearted, and dependable side to his character. Players can explore his story in greater depth through his Story Quest, where the Great Wolf King of the North faces an unprecedented crisis, and Varka leads his allies in a stand against a new Wild Hunt calamity.
In combat, Varka’s dual-wielding combat style allows him to deal two different types of Elemental DMG simultaneously, adding greater depth and variety to combat. His Elemental Skill enhances his Normal Attacks and converts the DMG type of his right-hand claymore based on his teammates’ elements — changing it to Pyro, Hydro, Electro, or Cryo — while his left-hand claymore deals Anemo DMG. By unleashing additional enhanced Normal Attacks, Varka can more frequently activate a special Elemental Skill or trigger a unique Charged Attack that does not consume Stamina, offering flexible combat options alongside formidable offensive potential. His Hexerei effect further enables more frequent use of his special Elemental Skill and Charged Attack, significantly boosting his overall damage output.
Moreover, after Varka defeats another Wolf Spirit fragment in battle, players can claim a brand-new weapon appearance, available for both of his weapons, free of charge.
This update introduces a major flagship event that invites players to revisit cherished memories from the very beginning of their journey and reunite with familiar faces in Mondstadt. Through a series of evocative visuals, players will experience a sense of déjà vu as they look back on the moments when they first set foot upon Teyvat. The Knights of Favonius will also present a variety of engaging activities. In the event “Echoes of Memory,” familiar scenes from past adventures appear with subtle changes, awaiting players to explore designated areas and use the Spotter Kamera to record these differences. Another event allows players to reconnect with old acquaintances while crafting beverages tailored to each character’s personal tastes. For players seeking a more thrilling experience, this update also introduces special Gliding and Combat Challenges. In the Combat Challenge, players can summon mysterious Knight Shadows to shatter enemy weaknesses and turn the tide of battle. By completing these challenges, players can obtain a crystal ball–inspired weapon appearance, “Phantasmal Gift: Star Omen,” which can be equipped by any Catalyst wielder.
A series of brand-new mini-games will also arrive with the update. These include a special Kamera challenge that invites players to capture iconic sights from their adventures across Natlan, Fontaine, and Sumeru; a strategic defense gameplay mode focused on fending off waves of enemies; as well as new updates to Travelers’ Tales. In Miliastra Wonderland, the new voice feature will officially launch, accompanied by gameplay modes designed around this functionality. In addition, players can obtain a brand-new Manekin/Manekina cosmetic set, “Owl Envoy,” free of charge through in-game events.
