The next Genshin Impact banner will see a new character make their debut in the game, so find out when the new banner will release, when the current one will end, and what reruns will return.
Like most gacha games, Genshin Impact has a rotating banner that players need to use to recruit the game’s powerful five-star characters. Not only do these new release banners enable Travelers to experiment with different team comps and playstyles, but they can also have a huge effect on the best Genshin Impact characters tier list and pick rates.
With the release of Genshin Impact 2.7, many players will be wondering what the next banner will be. Whether you’re aiming to spend your Primogems on newly released characters or wish to try your luck at Genshin Impact’s banner reruns, there is always something for everyone.
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What is the current Genshin Impact banner?
The Genshin Impact Yelan banner has finally been released.The current Genshin Impact banner was released on May 31, 2022, and features Yelan, the Ministry of Civil Affairs agent. As a Hydro Bow user, Yelan specializes in bombarding her foes with deadly arrows and creating Hydro blasts that soak her enemies.
Apart from Yelan, the Discerner of Enigmas also features three different 4-star characters for you to draw. These characters are:
- Barbara (Hydro)
- Yanefei (Pyro)
- Noelle (Geo)
When does the current Genshin Impact banner end?
The Yelan banner will end on June 21, 2022. This gives Travelers plenty of time to save up Primogems and spend them on her banner. Having said that, we’ll update this section should HoYoverse extend this date further.
Current Genshin Impact weapon banner
The Epitome Invocation weapon banner has been updated.The current Genshin Impact weapon banner is Epitome Invocation. This banner includes the following weapon rate-ups:
5-star weapons
- Aqua Simulacra (Bow)
- Primordial Jade Winged-Spear (Polearm)
4-star weapons
- Lithic Spear (Polearm)
- Eye of Perception (Catalyst)
- Favonius Greatsword (Claymore)
- Sacrificial Bow (Bow)
- Sacrificial Sword (Sword)
The current weapon banner will end on June 21, 2022 — the same date Yelan’s banner will be removed from the game.
Xiao banner rerun
Xiao joins Yelan in the Genshin Impact 2.7 update.The Genshin Impact 2.7 features a banner rerun for the beloved 5-star, Xiao. Invitation to Mundane Life will be accompanied by the release banner for Yelan, giving Travelers another opportunity to add the Anemo-elemental Polearm character to their team.
Here are all the 4-star characters that will be joining Xiao:
- Barbara (Hydro)
- Yanefei (Pyro)
- Noelle (Geo)
Next Genshin Impact banner release date
The next Genshin Impact banner is scheduled to release in the second half of the 2.7 update.
Arataki Itto and Kuki Shinobu banner
Arataki Itto and Kuki Shinobu will have boosted drop rates during Genshin Impact 2.7.The official HoYoverse Livestream for update 2.7 has confirmed that both Arataki Itto and Kuki Shinobu will be making their way into Genshin Impact’s banners. However, you should note that Yelan and Xiao will be released during the first half of the update, while the Itto and the four-star rated Kuki Shinobu will be released during the second phase of update 2.7.
On top of all these, due to the extended delay in update 2.7’s release, dataminers have even managed to reveal information regarding update 2.8.
According to these leaks, Shikanoin Heizou will be the new 4-star rated Anemo-based Catalyst-wielding character to join the ranks in Genshin Impact 2.8. Apart from that, it has also been suggested that a new 4-star rated Sword user will be released in update 2.8 as well.
Kazuha banner rerun
Kazuha could be making his first banner appearance since 1.6.A number of Genshin Impact leaks point towards a Kazuha banner rerun in 2.8. Not only does the Anemo 5-star make an appearance in the Summer Sea Sojourn event, but he also will be appearing in the “Acer Palmatum Chapter: Act I” story quest.
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Additionally, images from the Phantom Realm event have also appeared online, giving Travelers an early look into what appears to be the wandering samurai’s old home.
While these leaks should be taken with a grain of salt, it certainly looks promising for those who have yet to unlock the Anemo Sword user.
So, there you have it, everything we know about the current and next Genshin Impact banners. Make sure you check out our Genshin Impact page for all the latest leaks and info.
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