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HoYoverse has announced that: Genshin impact version 3.0 will launch on August 24 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC and mobile devices.

This update, called “The Morn a Thousand Roses Brings”, adds a new region with Sumeru, which is part rainforest and part desert. The update also makes a new element available to players known as Dendro. Playable Dendro characters include five-star archer Tighnari and four-star archer Collei, the latter of which is available for free for a limited time.

The Genshin Impact 3.0 trailer, all details and screenshots can be found below via HoYoverse.

Today, global interactive entertainment brand HoYoverse has confirmed that the version 3.0 update for its open-world adventure RPG Genshin Impact will launch on August 24. Titled version 3.0 “The Morn a Thousand Roses Brings”, the upcoming expansion not only includes Sumeru, the fourth of the game’s seven great nations, but it also delivers the Dendro element gameplay, the final piece of Genshin Impact’s seven- element system.

Located west of Liyue, the vast region of Sumeru is divided into two main parts: rainforest and desert. Upon release, players will be able to explore the dense rainforest and multiple settlements, including Sumeru City and Port Ormos. Known as the Nation of Wisdom, Sumeru has the most prestigious historical institution called the Akademiya, founded by scholars loyal to the previous Archon Dendron, the Greater Lord Rukkhadevata. When Lesser Lord Kusanali succeeded the previous Dendro Archon 500 years ago and made her the youngest of The Seven, the Akademiya rose to power as the governing body of the state, turning knowledge into a resource that is strictly managed.

Along with a brand new set of elemental chain reactions. the Dendro element becomes playable for the first time. The Dendro element can cause three different basic reactions: Burning, Bloom and Catalyze, when used with the Pyro, Hydro and Electro element respectively. In combat, Bloom and Catalyze can evolve into further reactions. When Dendro meets Hydro, the Bloom reaction will spawn one or more Dendro cores, causing delayed explosive Dendro damage. If these Dendro Cores come into contact with Pyro or Electro before they explode, they can activate the Burgeon reaction and increase their AoE Dendro DMG, or activate the Hyperbloom reaction that turns Dendro Cores into expansive shots that can detect nearby enemies. The Catalyze reaction arises from Dendro and Electro and can apply the Quicken effect to hit targets and increase their damage from the next Dendro or Electro hit by activating the Spread or Aggravate reaction.

In the Sumeru Rainforest, plants and creatures with Dendro traits can undergo various polymorphic transformations by coming into contact with the Hydro, Pyro, and Electro elements. Monsters can switch between different states or attack sequences and can produce different drops, while certain plants and mushrooms can have beneficial effects. Meanwhile, the humid tropical regions provide an ideal habitat for a wider variety of wildlife. Shroom-Kin evolved into a special species called the Fungi to protect their homeland. The new boss enemy, the Jadeplume Terrorshroom is a type of fungus with a strong animal character and gets quite territorial and aggressive. Another new Boss enemy is the Electro Regisvine, which also awaits travelers in the depths of the forest.

Dendro characters are also added to the list of playable characters. As the Traveler, players can unlock Dendro’s power at the Statue of The Seven in Sumeru and get the chance to recruit two Dendro Archers. The five-star character Tighnari is a warm-hearted young explorer and Forest Watcher. Both his Charged Attack and Elemental Burst can deal damage across multiple stages, making Tighnari a great choice for setting off chain reactions based on the Dendro element. Tighnari’s apprentice Collei will join as a four-star, and for a limited time, players can recruit her for free by completing 3.0’s main season event, the Graves Innocence.

In addition to Dendro characters, the four-star Electro support character Dori will also be joining the game. Dori is an elusive merchant in Sumeru, wielding a claymore. She can help restore HP and energy to nearby teammates with her Elemental Burst. Tighnari, Collei and Zhongli will be available in the Event Wishes during the first half of the update, followed by Dori along with Ganyu and Sangonomiya Kokomi reruns.

More optimizations and features will be implemented with the massive expansion to improve gameplay as well. Three new tools, the Boon of the Elder Tree, Ultra-Hot Burner Lamp Test Model and Fishing Line Stabilizer can be purchased to make the process of woodworking, cooking and fishing easier. Colored shadows are also applied to make Teyvat a more vibrant world.

In addition to the massive expansion, Genshin Impact’s version 3.0 will be released on August 24. Cross-save and cross-play features allow players to enjoy their adventure on PlayStation®, PC, Android and iOS. The game has been rated T for Teen by ESRB on PS5, PS4, PC and Google Play, and 12+ on iOS. For more information and updates, visit the official Genshin Impact website (genshin.hoyoverse.com) or follow @GenshinImpact on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Genshin Impact Version 3.0