Genshin Impact 5.1 Update: All the Leaks and Information We Have So Far

The upcoming 5.1 update for Genshin Impact will progress the narrative of Natlan and introduce new characters for players to obtain through gacha pulls.

The Natlan region has been a huge success since the release of Genshin Impact 5.0 on August 28, 2024. Players have responded enthusiastically to the update, praising the exploration, environment, characters, and story. However, in order to maintain the hype, these elements must continue to be top-notch.

Due to this, there is much anticipation for the release of version 5.1, which is set to continue the narrative and delve deeper into Natlan. Fortunately, leaked information has given insight into what can be expected from the update.

It is worth mentioning that while the leakers have a reliable history, it is still crucial for players to await official confirmation from the developers before taking the current information as fact.

Is there a confirmed release date for Genshin Impact version 5.1?

As of now, a release date for Genshin Impact version 5.1 has not been announced.

Nonetheless, following the typical 6-week cycle, this update is expected to be accessible by mid-October 2024.

A screenshot from the game Genshin Impact — HoYoverse

Xilonen is the featured 5-star of version 5.1

Version 5.1 banners

It is speculated that Genshin Impact version 5.1 will feature a single new 5-star character, with the rest being reruns. The following banners are rumored to be included in the upcoming update:

Phase 1
- Xilonen (5-star, Geo, sword)
- Chiori (5-star, Geo, sword)
Phase 2
- Nahida (5-star, Dendro, Catalyst)
- HuTao (5-star, Pyro, Polearm)

There is a rumor that Xilonen is one of the top supports in Genshin Impact due to her ability to provide resistance shred, Crit buffs, and healing. Chiori is a strong sub-DPS unit that synergizes well with characters like Navia. Additionally, Nahida is highly regarded as one of the best support characters in the game, thanks to her application and buffs that greatly benefit any Dendro team.

Ultimately, Hu Tao remains one of the top DPS characters in the game, and players can always count on her to be a valuable addition to their team.

Version 5.1 Leaks

According to leakers, the version 5.1 update for Natlan will not include any new additions. This allows players to focus on completing the 100% exploration for content released in version 5.0.

Furthermore, a new boss known as “Secret Source Automation: Configuration Device”is set to make its debut. This boss boasts a 60% resistance against all elements, but the Nightsoul mechanic, unique to Natlan characters, can be utilized to lower its resistance.