Genshin Impact 5.1 Update Release Date and Livestream Schedule Details

The highly anticipated version 5.1 update of Genshin Impact, titled “The Rainbow Destined to Burn,”is set to launch on October 9, 2024. This update will advance the storyline of the Natlan arc and introduce Xilonen as a new playable character. As a result, excitement is building for this patch, with developers planning to unveil previews during the version 5.1 Special Program livestream on September 27.

This article will outline the release dates and countdowns for the Genshin Impact 5.1 update and livestream, allowing players to stay informed about these significant events.

Genshin Impact 5.1 Expected Release Date and Time

According to Genshin Impact’s regular schedule, which adheres to a 42-day update cycle, the 5.1 update is likely to become available on October 9, 2024, at 11 AM (UTC +8). The update will be launched globally at the same time, featuring the debut of Xilonen as a playable character and the continuation of the Archons Quests, among other new features.

Here’s a countdown highlighting the time remaining until the patch is live:

Furthermore, here are the anticipated release times for the update across various major regions:

Asia

• India Standard Time (IST) : October 9, 2024, at 8:30 AM
• China Standard Time (CST): October 9, 2024, at 11 AM
• Philippine Standard Time (PST): October 9, 2024, at 11 AM
• Japanese Standard Time (JST): October 9, 2024, at 12 PM
• Korea Standard Time (KST): October 9, 2024, at 12 PM

Europe

• Western European Summer Time (WEST): October 9, 2024, at 4 AM
• Central European Summer Time (CEST): October 9, 2024, at 5 AM
• Eastern European Summer Time (EEST): October 9, 2024, at 6 AM

America

• Pacific Daylight Time (PDT): October 8, 2024, at 8 PM
• Mountain Daylight Time (MDT): October 8, 2024, at 9 PM
• Central Daylight Time (CDT): October 8, 2024, at 10 PM
• Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): October 8, 2024, at 11 PM

Upon the update’s release, players can expect to wish for Xilonen during the first half banners of the 5.1 update, alongside Chiori.

Genshin Impact 5.1 Livestream Release Date and Time

HoYoverse has announced that the Genshin Impact 5.1 Special Program livestream will take place on September 27, 2024, at 8 AM (UTC -4). The stream will showcase gameplay for Xilonen, upcoming banners, events, and more. Additionally, viewers will receive exclusive redeem codes during the event.

The countdown below indicates the time remaining until the 5.1 livestream:

Asia

• Indian Standard Time (IST) : September 27, 2024, at 5:30 PM
• China Standard Time (CST): September 27, 2024, at 8 PM
• Philippine Standard Time (PST): September 27, 2024, at 8 PM
• Japanese Standard Time (JST): September 27, 2024, at 9 PM
• Korea Standard Time (KST): September 27, 2024, at 9 PM

Europe

• Western European Summer Time (WEST): September 27, 2024, at 1 PM
• Central European Summer Time (CEST): September 27, 2024, at 2 PM
• Eastern European Summer Time (EEST): September 27, 2024, at 3 PM

Americas

• Pacific Daylight Time (PDT): September 27, 2024, at 5 AM
• Mountain Daylight Time (MDT): September 27, 2024, at 6 AM
• Central Daylight Time (CDT): September 27, 2024, at 7 AM
• Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): September 27, 2024, at 8 AM

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