The newest Genshin Impact 5.8 update unveils seasonal adventures at the Sunspray Summer Resort, featuring a fresh playable zone and character roster. Travelers can explore the permanently available Easybreeze Holiday Resort while engaging with novel storylines and limited-time activities.
This coastal expansion introduces aquatic environments and creative gameplay mechanics, including decorative painting through new Asha creatures. Key elements include:
Update Deployment Timeline
Maintenance concludes globally on July 30th with regional activation times:
- Japan: Wednesday 30th July, 12pm (JST)
- Australia: Wednesday 30th July, 1pm (AET)
- UK: Wednesday 30th July, 4am (BST)
- Europe: Wednesday 30th July, 5am (CEST)
- West Coast US: Tuesday 29th July, 8pm (PT)
- Central US: Tuesday 29th July, 10pm (CT)
- East Coast US: Tuesday 29th July, 11pm (ET)
Character Availability Schedule
Phase 1 debuts:
- Ineffa (Electro/Polearm) – Novel mobility-focused 5★ unit
- Citlali (Cryo/Catalyst) – Frost specialist reappearing
- Accompanied by boosted 4★ units: Sethos, Xingqiu, Fischl
Phase 2 highlights:
- Mualani (Hydro/Catalyst) – Aquatic combat veteran
- Chasca (Anemo/Bow) – Wind-based markswoman
Gameplay Additions
Version 5.8 introduces:
- Marine-themed Archon Quest with lunar-themed challenges
- Interactive resort customization through paint mechanics
- Bakunawa world boss in Mare Jivari region
- Lunar-Charged elemental reaction (Electro+Hydro)
- Enhanced tracking systems for harvestables
Seasonal Activities
- Resort Exploration: Complete painting challenges and combat trials to earn Flame-Forged claymore and character outfits
- Stygian Challenges: Defeat empowered enemies for artifact enhancement materials
- Fontaine Detective Event: Investigate criminal operations using special photography tools
- TCG Tournaments: Compete under modified rulesets for card game rewards
