In a short while, we’ll be diving back into the beloved cityscape of Mondstadt with the upcoming Genshin Impact version 5.6. Players can hardly contain their eagerness for this anticipated reunion!
In contrast to usual peaceful circumstances, there’s a whirlwind of chaos unfolding: A murder mystery has surfaced, and our acquaintance Albedo is the one standing trial. Worse still, those in authority appear entangled within this ongoing court case, resulting in encounters for the Traveler with the Hexenzirkel, Dahlia, and Varka. Brace yourself as we delve deeper into the lore with a barrage of revelations!
Find all the details on the Genshin Impact update 5.6 start and server downtime below.
Genshin Impact update 5.6: server downtime
On May 7, 2025, at 6 am UTC+8 time, the Genshin Impact servers will be temporarily taken offline to prepare for update 5.6. Here’s how that translates to your timezone: [Insert appropriate conversion of the date and time into their respective timezones]
- May 6, 2025, 3pm PDT
- May 6, 2025, 5pm CDT
- May 6, 2025, 6pm EDT
- May 6, 2025, 7pm BRT
- May 6, 2025, 11pm BST
- May 7, 2025, 12am CEST
- May 7, 2025, 3:30am IST
- May 7, 2025, 6am CST
- May 7, 2025, 7am KST/JST
- May 7, 2025, 8am AEST
- May 7, 2025, 10am NZST
In simple terms, the Genshin Impact game servers will likely be down for about 5 hours. Once they’re back up, players will be able to re-enter Mondstadt and tackle the challenging situation they find there.
Genshin Impact update 5.6: release time
Typically, HoYoverse doesn’t require any additional time beyond the scheduled five hours, which means you can expect the Genshin Impact update 5.6 to be accessible in your time zone as per the following schedule:
[Insert appropriate timing for the update 5.6 based on the user’s timezone]
- May 6, 2025, 8pm PDT
- May 6, 2025, 10pm CDT
- May 6, 2025, 11pm EDT
- May 7, 2025, 12am BRT
- May 7, 2025, 4am BST
- May 7, 2025, 5am CEST
- May 7, 2025, 8:30am IST
- May 7, 2025, 11am CST
- May 7, 2025, 12pm KST/JST
- May 7, 2025, 1pm AEST
- May 7, 2025, 3pm NZST
For every hour of game downtime, you’ll receive 60 Primogems as compensation. This adds up to a potential total of 300 Primogems, a crucial in-game currency, once the issue is resolved. In the rare event of a technical mishap, HoYoverse usually provides extra compensation. Remember to collect this gift within 30 days after the update, as the message offering the freebies will automatically expire after that time frame.
Genshin Impact update 5.6: preload
Update 5.6 for Genshin Impact is now available for preload across all platforms, including PC, iOS, Android, PS4, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. This means every player gets to enjoy the update simultaneously. Preloading the update ahead of time will help reduce the wait on release day, allowing you to dive into the game immediately upon its launch.
Genshin Impact update 5.6: download size
Expected download size for Genshin Impact 5.6:
- PC: 5 to 6 GB (6 to 7 GB required for unzipping)
- Mobile: 1 to 2 GB
Keep in mind that the download size can vary based on the voice packs you’ve installed and the amount of content you’ve previously deleted from the system, resulting in these differences.
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