Genshin Impact – Version 2.6 Goes Live on March 30th, Adds The Chasm and Kamisato Ayato

The next major update for miHoYo Games’ Genshin Impact, Version 2.6 “Zephyr of the Violet Garden”, is out on March 30th. As expected, it adds Kamisato Ayato, a new five-star character and Ayaka’s brother, as a new character. Check out the trailer below to see him in action.

Other content that’s in store includes The Chasm, a new underground area teeming with enemies like monsters and the Fatui. A new boss, the Ruin Serpent, also awaits along with an “unknown danger” originating from the Abyss. There’s also a new Archon Quest and the Magnificent Irodori Festival which offers a number of activities, from photography to dueling.

Completing all challenges nets the four-star character Xingqiu. However, for those seeking Ayato, he’ll have a dedicated Character Event Wish (along with Venti). Ayaka’s banner will be coming after the update is live. Among the new weapons is “Haran Geppaku Futsu”, a five-star sword that’s available in a Weapon Event Wish.

Stay tuned for more details and gameplay, especially with regards to Ayato’s skills and passives. Genshin Impact is available for iOS, Android, PS4, PS5 and PC.