Genshin Impact’s highly anticipated Version 5.6 update is set to launch globally on May 7, 2025. This update, titled Paralogism, brings a wealth of new content including a thrilling mainline Archon Quest chapter returning players to Mondstadt, a fresh seasonal event in Fontaine, and the introduction of two new playable characters alongside popular reruns. With new bosses, story developments, and quality-of-life improvements, Version 5.6 promises to keep Travelers engaged for weeks to come.
Return to Mondstadt with a New Archon Quest Chapter
The Version 5.6 update invites players back to the beloved city of Mondstadt during the Windblume Festival, but the festive atmosphere soon turns tense. The new Archon Quest Interlude centers around Albedo, who finds himself accused of a mysterious crime, thrusting Travelers into a gripping investigation alongside familiar allies like Venti and the Knights of Favonius, as well as new characters Dahlia and Lady Alice of the Hexenzirkel.
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As the story unfolds, monsters begin to invade Mondstadt, escalating the crisis. A pivotal moment involves a magical trial set by Lady Alice, which introduces a challenging new Weekly Boss Fight. This boss battle takes place on a unique chessboard-like arena where players must strategically maneuver against the King and Queen, mastering the mechanics to emerge victorious. This chapter is packed with lore-rich moments and intense combat, deepening the narrative and expanding the world of Teyvat.
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Fontaine’s Seasonal Event: Chevalmarin Film Fantasyland
Alongside the main story, Version 5.6 launches the Chevalmarin Film Fantasyland seasonal event set in Fontaine. Players team up with Navia and other characters from Fontaine and Natlan to manage a whimsical amusement park. This event blends management gameplay with Genshin’s signature exploration and combat elements.
Participants will upgrade attractions such as Eclectic Escapades, Movie Masterpieces, and Mellow Manor, while training staff and allocating Action Points to maximize profits. Smart management unlocks exclusive rewards, including the sought-after 4-star bow Sequence of Solitude and its refinement materials. The event also features unique story quests and mini-games, offering a fresh gameplay experience that complements the main Archon Quest.
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Meet the New Playable Characters: Escoffier and Ifa
Version 5.6 introduces two new characters that bring unique playstyles and abilities to the roster:
- Escoffier (5-Star, Cryo, Polearm): A renowned chef from Fontaine and former head chef of Hotel Debord, Escoffier combines culinary mastery with combat prowess. She can summon a Cooking Mek that deals Cryo damage, heals allies, and reduces enemy resistances. Her Elemental Burst provides healing and buffs, making her a versatile support and damage dealer, especially effective in Cryo and Hydro team compositions.
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- Ifa (4-Star, Anemo, Catalyst): Hailing from Natlan’s Flower-Feather Clan, Ifa fights alongside his Qucusaurus companion, Cacucu. He excels in battlefield control by gathering enemies with wind currents and boosting Swirl and Electro-Charged reactions through his Nightsoul Points mechanic. Ifa also has an automatic healing ability that triggers when allies’ HP drops low, enhancing team survivability.
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These characters debut alongside reruns of fan-favorites such as Navia, Kinich, and Raiden Shogun, ensuring a diverse selection for players during the new banner phases.
New Banners and Event Wishes
The Version 5.6 update features two main banner phases:
- Phase 1 (starting May 7): Escoffier (5-Star Cryo) and Ifa (4-Star Anemo) headline the banner, alongside two 4-star characters. Their signature weapons, including Escoffier’s 5-star polearm Symphonist of Scents, are also featured.
- Phase 2 (expected late May): The Inazuma Chronicled Wish banner returns, spotlighting characters like Kinich (5-Star Dendro) and Raiden Shogun (5-Star Electro), along with various 4-star characters and weapons from Inazuma. This banner is ideal for players looking to obtain or rerun popular Inazuma units.
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Additionally, the Chronicled Wish event makes a comeback, offering players opportunities to summon a curated selection of 5-star characters from Inazuma, including some that may not see reruns for a long time.
Additional Content: New Bosses, TCG Updates, and Quality-of-Life Improvements
Version 5.6 also brings new challenges and system enhancements:
- Weekly Boss Fight: The new boss battle introduced in the Mondstadt Archon Quest features two phases, with Freeze elemental reactions playing a crucial role in the second phase. Mastering this fight will test players’ strategic skills and team compositions.
- Genius Invokation TCG Updates: The in-game card game receives new character and action cards, including Sethos and Xilonen, plus new skins purchasable with Lucky Coins. Automatic Artistry mode sees improvements such as refreshed card mechanics and enhanced character upgrades.
- Quality-of-Life (QoL) Features: The update adds a Brilliant Blessings details page for elemental reactions in the Imaginarium Theater, batch deletion of map pins, improved Treasure Compass functionality to spot Natlan challenges and Mora chests, and optimized talent descriptions for new characters. A restart button is also added for the final act in the Imaginarium Theater, streamlining gameplay.
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Genshin Impact Version 5.6, launching worldwide on May 7, 2025, delivers a rich blend of story, events, characters, and gameplay improvements. Returning to Mondstadt for a suspenseful Archon Quest chapter, managing Fontaine’s whimsical amusement park in the seasonal event, and welcoming new heroes Escoffier and Ifa, this update offers something for every Traveler. With new banners, challenging bosses, and quality-of-life enhancements, Version 5.6 continues to expand the vibrant world of Teyvat and deepen player engagement.
Prepare to dive into this fresh content on all major platforms including Android, iOS, PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. Stay tuned on APKPure and other trusted sources for the latest updates and guides to maximize your Genshin Impact adventure.