With update 7.0, the seventh region of Teyvat, Snowy, will be added, and in the storyline in Genshin Impact will reveal the struggle against fate and survival in harsh conditions. In a vast area with numerous quests, you can control a train, try your hand at shooter mode, use unusual tools to alter space, and utilize the abilities of the Descended One.
The developers will improve enemy behavior and graphics, and make the new heroes more nuanced. The first playable companions of the icy land will be the ballerina Odette and the hunter Alyosha. In addition, three old characters will return to the game.
Some of the information in this article is based on beta testing. Some details may change closer to the release. We are monitoring the information and will update the material.
When will Genshin Impact 7.0 be released?
The patch will be released August 12 and end 23 September 2026 year. A pre-load will be available a couple of days before the release. This will install most of the new content so you can quickly update later. Once the servers open, you'll receive 300 rubles in compensation for maintenance work via your in-game email. primogems.
💡 Follow the patch schedule in a special article.
Developer Stream
The live broadcast with the developers took place July 31, 2026 and it began at 15:00 Moscow time. They gave it to her promotional codes in total 300 Primogems (they are valid until Monday morning):
- Everwinter (click) — ×100 source stones and ×10 magic ore enhancement.
- OntoSnezhnaya (click) — ×100 source stones and ×5 hero experience.
- Odette0812 (click) — ×100 source stones and ×50 mora.
What will be the banners
Two new characters were announced on official channels: the five-star ballerina Odette and the four-star Alyosha. Among the existing Legendaries, you'll be able to pick up Arlecchino, Fleance, and Ineffa.
The first phase
From August 12 to September 2
5⭐ Odette (Cryo, one-handed) will be released in the first half of the release. She will be a secondary damage dealer and support for all Star Reactions. 4⭐ will be released with her. Alyosha (Electro, polearm) — a shieldman and support for the Star Conductor, one copy of which will be given away for free during the storyline.
At the same time, in prayer there will appear Harlequin (Pyro, pole)Accordingly, the weapon banner will feature Odette's 5⭐ signature one-handed sword. Frosty Feather of the White Lake and the spear of Harlequin "Outlines of the Scarlet Moon".
The second phase
2 to 22 September
The damage dealer will be returned at the same time Flinsa (Electro, pole) and his shield support Ineffu (Electro, polearm)During this time, you'll be able to pick up their 5⭐ Signature Spears. Fractured Halo и "Bloody Ruins".
Is it worth waiting for the Prayer of the Chronicles?
They won't be carrying out this in the patch regional banner, because prayer of light was just recently - in the previous one 6.7 version.
Counting spins
According to hiragara's calculations, it will be possible to get it in patch 7.0 the next number of primogems:
- F2P players They will take 97 event and 17 standard spins.
- With the moon or Battle Pass You will be able to receive 117/126 event and 17 regular prayers.
Most of the rewards are expected in the first half of the update thanks to the new territory and the Archons' quest, while in the second half, the required number of spins will be obtained through temporary events. No donations:
- in the first phase you will receive 75 spins;
- in the second - 22 prayers.
New characters
In Patch 0, Snezhnaya will add the ballerina Odette and the marksman Alyosha. After interacting with the Archon statue, the Traveler will gain the power of Cryo.
Odette
5⭐ Odette (Cryo, one-handed) - universal support for all Star Reactions, which she is able to activate thanks to a special Star wedge.
- The skill hits an area and summons a duplicate that periodically attacks enemies on the field.
- The ult also hits an area, summons a copy of itself and increases its damage.
- Passively buffs allies' Star Reactions based on his attack power.
- Marks Snezhnaya's curiosities on the minimap.
When you see Odette practicing a dance in Idle Mode, tap her skill several times to watch a short performance.
Alyosha
One copy 4⭐ Alyosha (Electro, polearm) It will be given out during the Archon quest "Merciless Frost," just like with Aino or Kachina. It has the following abilities:
- When you quickly press the skill, Electro hits an area, and when you hold it down, it switches to aiming mode and attacks selected enemies.
- Ultoy summons a dog named Tugarin and creates a Hunting Ground that taunts enemies and deals Electro damage.
- While in the Lodestar Reach (the Star Reaction field), his Hunter's Marksmanship buffs Star Conductor for the entire team.
- Tugarina heals allies when attacking.
- Passively displays Snezhnaya's curiosities on the minimap.
Cryo Traveler
After contact with the statue of the Cryo Archon Queen The traveler will master the ice element and a new set of skills:
- Attacks with this skill and creates a Frost Star that follows the active hero and periodically hits enemies. Each hit accumulates charges, increasing the elemental blast.
- Uses the Ultimate to hit Cryo three or five times (depending on the accumulated charges), gaining an Ice Infusion and activating a field for Star Reactions.
What weapons will appear?
They will add two 5⭐ one-handed swords:
- Odette's Signu Frosty Feather of the White Lake You can only give Qiqi because other heroes either won't be able to stack the effect or don't need crits.
- Sign of the Traveler Blade of Illumination Obtained during the Archon quest. With each activation of the Snow Archon statue, it will be strengthened (up to 7 times). Upon the second awakening, it gains a new effect: for each element the protagonist resonates with, their critical damage increases (according to information from Seele and X1).
With the release of the region, another 4⭐ series will appear in Battle Pass:
- One-handed sword Molten Blade of the Heretic maybe for the future heroines of Spring, since her wings will likely allow her to fly and move around a lot in battle. Its bonus is useful for Skirk and Ayaka.
- Two-handed sword effect "The Creation of a Golden Melody" Sandrone, Varka and Razor will reveal themselves well.
- To activate the catalytic converter passive Game of Kings The owner should periodically use charged attacks, which is suitable for Ife, Heizo, Risley, Wanderer, Klee, Yanfei, Ningguang.
- Due to the specific condition of the onion Drooping Artemisia Only Linnaeus and Tignari will be able to reveal it.
- A spear Frosty Breath You can give it to Escoffier, Raiden or Shen He.
Crafted weapons Usually released under the regional mechanics:
- One-handed sword Source of Flame on MC will be a good option for Odette, as well as Qiqi, Kazuha and Linnet.
- Two-handed sword "Blade of Redemption" too specific for any of the already released heroes.
- Bow "The Testament of Ice and Snow" Passively increases the defense parameter, so it looks like a weapon for a future character.
- Catalyst: "Echoes of the Heart" - one of the best options for Yae Miko and Ifa.
- A spear "Song of Vigil" Can be placed on any spearman in the squad by the Star Guide.
Artifact Sets
In the dungeon you can get two sets of relics:
- Crimson Proof under Star Scattering (probably for future heroines of Spring).
- Heart of the Furnace for the supports of the new Star Reactions (Odette and so on).
Sets from 6.0 will be added to the recrafting process. Silken Moon's Serenade и Night of the Sky's Unveiling. "Viridescent Venerer" will receive an upgrade to Star Scattering.
Map of the new region
Snezhnaya will be located in the north cards and will fill the space above the autonomous lands, Fontaine and Mondstadt. According to the plot you will get there through the north-eastern point Nod-Krai, namely through a long ground corridor next to Dottore's laboratoryIf you haven't yet explored the lunar lands, you can use quick access.
In the main city of Snezhnograd, visit such notable places as:
- The main branch of the Bank of the Northern Kingdom.
- The Royal Theatre with ballet productions and the leading opera soloist Vodyanitsa.
Other locations worth noting include Morepesok (Tartaglia's home village), the city of Glupov (with its headquarters and the Fatui factory, run by "Puppet" Sandrone), the village of the Icemen (which includes Lumi, Linnea's partner), the warm Valley of Fire Feathers, and the Birch Necropolis (with the probable burial place of the White Tsar).
Reputation
Shown three places to level up reputation that look similar meeting places в Nod-Krai.
- Immerse yourself in Odette's life and create her schedule, choosing between the peaceful pursuits of a ballerina and the combat missions of Fatui. Depending on your decisions, her story will unfold differently.
- The story of hunter Alyosha will be an investigation leading to treasures and a special access card.
- Once you get to Vodyanitsa's secret hideout, where she rehearses, you will help her solve some problems.
Once you've upgraded all three meeting points, a special quest chain about restoring the abandoned station will unlock. Insider Sakiko also mentioned a reputation system with the Queen, similar to Lunar Chronicles of Columbine, but nothing was said about it on the official broadcast.
Offering system
Throughout the kingdom you will encounter glowing spheres of Cryocula, which must be given to the local the statue of the ArchonsUpon unlocking the sculptures, the Traveler will change its element to Ice and enhance its signature weapon.
New mechanics
The developers highlight several points:
- Due to the cold climate in the region, mechanics are present freezing, similar Dragon's Ridge, and a special way of moving (a train).
- In Snezhnaya, great emphasis is placed on the main element, CryoUsing the Star Conductor, you can interact with a wide variety of open-world objects (for example, destroy, shatter, and reshape space during battle to reverse enemy attacks). Activating the Star Dispersion increases your jumping ability.
- They will improve mechanics of the world and behavior of opponents: They will become more disciplined and will be able to interact with each other. After defeating some monsters, a hidden quest will be triggered.
- They promised improve graphics characters и complement the gameplay unique features: for example, siren Vodyanitsa will sing while using skills.
Starlight Reactions
This mechanic is similar to Lunar interactions, where instead of Columbine the basis of the group can be Her Majesty the Queen, the ballerina Odette, Sandrone's "Marionette" and Cryo the Traveler:
- В patch 6.7 released the first one Star reaction - improved ConductorIn it, when Cryo and Electro come into contact, some heroes create a field in which enemies' physical resistance decreases, while allies' ice and electrical damage increases.
- In update 7.0, a combination of Cryo and Anemo will be added - Star ScatteringIt deals air damage and creates an Anemo Vortex, which explodes with Cryo after a short delay. If this reaction occurs multiple times, the Anemo Vortex's damage increases.
Train
Due to the harsh climate, trains operate through Snezhnaya. The developers will add additional train activities, theatrical performances, and camps to further immerse players in the region and reduce the need to use teleportation points.
For example, on the train you can customize and modify a rifle on a workbench, hand in dailies to Katerina via the Eternal Ice Communicator, or practice alchemy (alchemy is prohibited in Snezhnaya).
Shadow Sphere Shooter Mode
In the "Shadow Sphere," even time is frozen—it's void of light and elements. You'll explore it from the perspective of the Traveler, in a new form with a rifle:
- The developers focused on comfortable gameplay across all devices, particularly for those new to shooting. Aim assist, cover, and sliding mechanics will help with this.
- Both dynamic combat levels and story-driven ones are expected. Experienced players will also experience more challenging challenges.
There will be three types of firearms to choose from:
- Cryo rifle for precision shooting.
- Electric rifle with automatic target acquisition function.
- Grenade launchers that deal elemental area damage to enemies with a single shot.
Eye of Grai and the Creatures of Eternal Ice
To maintain atmospheric tension without creating stress with the cold scale, the developers changed their approach. Eye of Gray - a miracle device from Hyperborea — allows you to influence the environment, accumulates the energy of the godson and spends it to warm the hero.
Oko Grai can absorb a special "eternal ice" and transform it into different structures. With the help of Creatures of Eternal Ice You'll be able to launch yourself like a snowball, attract enemies, create heat sources, and even interact with other Travelers. Landmarks from random players will be randomly placed throughout each Traveler's world.
New skins for GG
The broadcast featured a preview of the Travelers' future costumes, titled "Winter Hunt and Night Watch." They are designed in a business-like style—a suit for Iter and a short sarafan for Lumine. Both are dark green with fur trim. Gloves, worn by many locals due to the severe cold, were also included.
Most likely, this is a special outfit for the Shadow Sphere mode.
Plot and quests
A new volume will begin with the release of the region. main plot and themed world quests will appear. The creators no longer plan to drag things out, and after the release of the Seventh Kingdom, the story will progress more quickly, leading to the theme of resisting fate.
Archon missions
Long snowstorms have exacerbated resource shortages, so the Queen has set out to hunt the monster causing the disaster. Quests will reveal what will happen in Snezhnaya during her absence. "Merciless Frost" и Nocturne of Dead SoulsThe first one will reward you with a free Alyosha. If you complete both quests before the patch ends, you'll receive Primogems and bonus Odette development materials.
World Quests
According to the information from the broadcast, at least three global mission chains are planned:
- A little girl with branches growing out of her head, living in the Valley of Fire Feathers.
- A mysterious young man with white hair and the wedding of the Snow Maiden from a race born for love.
- Birch necropolis with the story of the first Archon and a boss fight.
If you visit the Iceman Village elder, you can exchange buttons for an ice cream-shaped skin for a one-handed sword.
Daily errands
According to data on hhw, dailies will again be limited to two types: combat and particle collection. The developers may have decided to remove random daily quests with achievements, but this may change before release.
New enemies and creatures
Enemy creatures include werewolves, wood-goblins, snow maidens, snowmen, brownies, and others. Peaceful creatures include night horned owls, frost hounds, badgers, moose, hedgehogs, polar bears, and special species of fish.
Two will appear world bosses (Immortal Construct, Winged Chimera Lion) and three local legends (brownie Churin, Chimera Rogue, Furiosa).
New resources and dishes
In the icy country are expected (source - hhw):
- Curiosities: "Hellebore" (for Odette), "Flock grass" (for Alyosha), "Golden fern" (for future heroes).
- Ingredients: beetroot, honey, cryostrel (analogue dark star), snowflower and currant.
From food you can prepare stewed meat in a pot, borscht, honey cake and so on.
Game Mode Updates
A second line will be introduced in Dark Onslaught weapon skins, but the old one won't go anywhere. Once you've completed the hardest level, you'll be able to use all the skins.
If you pass the tests in the Imaginarium Theatre, you will open Echo of fantasy for Childe and Xiao.
Seele and X1 talked about photo poses of Kirara (holding a box), Fleance (with his back turned and holding a lantern), Columbine (sitting on the moon), and Illuga (with Aedon).
| Battle mode | Update date |
| Spiral Abyss | August 16 |
| Stygian Onslaught | August 19 |
| Imaginarium Theater | September 1 |
What is known about the events
The entire version will feature one main event, two side events, and three with bonus rewards.
International Adventurer's Guild Tournament
Dates: from August 28 to September 14.
The Adventurer's Guild Headquarters hosted a unique tournament featuring four mini-games:
- train control;
- rifle target shooting;
- construction of a road for the movement of ice workers;
- arena fights.
In addition to resources, the Crown of Insight and Primogems, the event also provides a free archer Dione.
Help for Beginners: Endless Snow
Dates: from August 12 to 24.
Visit Moresand Village and complete challenges to obtain various pieces of the Katerina statue. You can trade any extra pieces to other players.
Positional combat simulation
Dates: from September 7 to 17.
Take part in training exercises inside the Shadow Sphere, setting traps in the path of enemies and shooting them.
A Flood of Abundance
Dates: from September 14 to 21.
For a limited time, you'll receive increased Talent and Weapon Upgrade Materials three times a day.
God-forsaken tundra
Dates: to be confirmed.
Clear 90% of the area within the time limit and complete a specific task to earn 400 Primogems.
The Long Road to Perfection
Deadlines: from August 11.
The second season will expand the available constellations for characters to include magician Lini, Duke of Risley, two-handed sword Naviya, Adeptus Xianyun, seamstress Tiori, physician Sidgvin, duelist Clorinda, perfumer Emilia и Yumemizuki Mizuki.
Web events
Three events will be triggered around the release launch:
| Event name | date |
| "Snezhnaya is waiting" | from 31 July to 11 August |
| Snezhnaya Guide (browser-based) | from 12 to 25 August |
| Career Guidance Test in Snezhnaya (communities) | from 13 to 24 August |
Game improvements and announcements
Several optimizations were noted during the stream:
- The new "Snezhnaya's Adventure Journal" will expand as you explore the world. It will help you navigate quests, including collecting rewards and teleporting you to the right location.
- The Adventurer's Handbook will now display the most recently opened Artifact Dungeons at the top of the list.
- The maximum number of markers on the map will be increased due to its expansion.
Official channels announced a marketing event called "Snow Sweeps Snezhnaya," with a poster depicting Ineffa's robot in a fast-food restaurant. Details are still unknown.
Official Patch 7.0 Trailer and More
Main Plot Teaser:
Snowy Exploration Teaser - Adventure in a Snow-Covered Land:
Event overview:
Stupid? The perfect name for a fatuya.
It's funny that at the time of Snezhnaya's release, the tenth harbinger is still unknown, perhaps Odette will end up being it.
Or Traveler)
My goal is to drive a train
I liked the brownies, even though they look like the beard-wearing Shots from Final Fantasy
Ah, well, I'm expecting a fight about borscht, considering that Snezhnaya isn't just Russia, but a combination of all the Slavic countries 🙂
I liked the reference to the fairy tale about the fox and the wolf (where the wolf caught fish in an ice hole with his tail in winter).
Yeah, there's such a combination, it's called the Russian Empire.
Well, each region is a main country, plus references to others. That's why the Snow Period of the Russian Empire was based on it, since other countries were also part of it.
Krio gg is Tsitsi's replacement for now, and Alyoshka will be like Miko, but better (of course, on s6, like his fellow boy for Mrs. Illuga 😀)
Qiqi is a pocket buffer and healer, and Cryo GG is a main damage dealer from Stellar Reactions, they have fundamentally different roles