Genshin Impact 7.2: Mitya, Valeriy, Snezhnaya Expansion, and Everything Else
Genshin Impact 7.2 release date is November 4, bringing two Electro characters, new Snezhnaya content, bosses, and exciting rewards.
HoYoverse has finally pulled back the curtain on Genshin Impact 7.2, and the update looks like a proper Snezhnaya-sized feast. The patch lands on November 4 across all platforms, with maintenance beginning November 3; depending on the region, some fans may be poking around the new content late on November 3. Since HoYoverse has not delayed a Genshin update in years, players can breathe easy — no last-minute schedule drama here.
As of 2026, Snezhnaya is the seventh and final nation of Teyvat, and its arrival in Version 7.0 was a major moment for the free open-world RPG. Version 7.1 kept the momentum going with Vesna and Vodyanitsa, plus a new chapter in the main campaign. Version 7.2 continues that story thread while opening up fresh map areas, new bosses, and two new Electro characters. In other words, it is not just a filler patch.
Release Date and Livestream Goodies
HoYoverse confirmed the November 4 release during the Version 7.2 livestream. The usual maintenance period begins on November 3, so players in some time zones may get their hands on the update a little earlier at night. Delays are always possible in live-service games, but this one looks locked in. HoYoverse typically moves the livestream too when a patch slips, and that has not happened here.
Here is the kicker: the livestream also handed out three separate codes, each worth 100 Primogems, for a total of 300 free Primogems. The codes also included Character EXP Materials. They were time-gated, though, and expired on October 26 at 12 a.m. ET. Players who redeemed them needed to claim the rewards from the in-game mailbox before using them. It is a small reminder that Genshin codes move fast — blink and the Primogems are gone.
Two New Electro Characters Join the Roster
HoYoverse has confirmed that Version 7.2 adds Mitya and Valeriy. Leaks had been floating around for a while, but the livestream made the details official.
Mitya is the headline act: a 5-star Electro character who wields a catalyst. His main specialty is dealing Electro damage that scales with Elemental Mastery, and he can convert Superconduct reactions into Stellar Conduct. That makes him a natural partner for Odette, and it gives Stellar Conduct teams a new damage-focused option. Players who enjoy reaction-driven builds will probably want to study his kit closely.
Valeriy is the 4-star Electro support. He also works around Stellar Conduct, but his job is more protective: he shields on-field allies, contributes Electro application, and grants the party a few damage bonuses. He may end up as an alternative to Alyosha in Stellar Conduct teams, filling that support slot while keeping the reaction engine running.
| Character | Rarity | Element | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitya | 5-star | Electro | Catalyst user; EM-scaling Electro damage; Stellar Conduct enabler |
| Valeriy | 4-star | Electro | Shield support; Electro application; team damage bonuses |
Banner Structure and Reruns
The banner plan is straightforward but packed. Phase 1 features the debuts of both Mitya and Valeriy, with Furina rerunning alongside them. Since Valeriy is a 4-star unit, he will soon be added to the regular banner pool after his debut. Phase 2 brings reruns for Zibai and Linnea. A Natlan Chronicled Wish banner will also be available during the version, which gives fans another way to chase older favorites.
That is a lot to chew on for players who are saving Primogems. Mitya is the obvious draw for anyone building around Stellar Conduct, while Furina remains a flexible support for plenty of teams. Valeriy, meanwhile, looks like a friendly pickup for players who missed Alyosha or want more shielding options.
Snezhnaya Expands, and Celestia Looms Larger
Version 7.2 is not only about banners. HoYoverse is expanding Snezhnaya with a new area inside the Nation of Cryo. That region includes three Local Legends to take down and a new World Boss to face. The boss will drop important Ascension materials, so players will have a good reason to learn its patterns rather than brute-force it.
The story is just as important. Snezhnaya is deeply connected to Celestia, and Version 7.2 will shed more light on that legendary plane and the home of the Heavenly Principles. The Archons have been confirmed to make a comeback, defying the order of their makers. Mitya’s personal story will also be explored during the patch. That is no small thing for lore hunters, especially after the heavy setup in Version 7.1.
On top of the core story content, there is a special flagship event that gives players a free 4-star character choice. HoYoverse has not spelled out every reward yet, but a free character pick is always worth showing up for. The rest? HoYoverse is keeping a few cards close to its chest, and that is probably for the best.
Final Thoughts
Genshin Impact 7.2 has a little something for almost everyone: a new 5-star Electro catalyst in Mitya, a shield-support 4-star in Valeriy, a Snezhnaya map expansion, a new World Boss, Archon lore, and a flagship event with a free 4-star choice. The update arrives on November 4, and the livestream Primogem codes are already part of the past. For players who love exploration, story reveals, or simply farming Primogems, Version 7.2 looks like a big one — and Snezhnaya is only getting stranger from here.