Genshin Impact 4.4 Livestream: Date & time, and everything you need to know

A screenshot of Xianyun (Cloud Retainer) from the "Story Teaser: Echoes of the Heart | Genshin Impact" YouTube video.
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A screenshot of Xianyun (Cloud Retainer) from the "Story Teaser: Echoes of the Heart | Genshin Impact" YouTube video.
Credit: HoYoverse

The Version 4.4 Livestream has just concluded, providing players with a comprehensive preview of what to expect in the upcoming release. While Version 4.3 rolls around, Genshin Impact fans have already directed their attention to the much-anticipated 4.4 Lantern Rite Festival!

The 4.4 Livestream will reveal key details about the upcoming Lantern Rite update, such as release date information, previews of new characters and weapons, map expansions, and more.

Without further ado, let’s uncover all the details revealed in the Genshin Impact 4.4 Livestream!

4.4 Livestream date and time

The Genshin Impact Version 4.4 Livestream was streamed on 19 January 2024, Friday at 12:00 PM (GMT) / 7:00 AM (EST).

A screenshot from the Genshin Impact 2023 Lantern Rite Festival.
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Where can I watch the 4.4 Livestream?

As per tradition, the Version 4.4 Livestream was streamed live via Genshin Impact's official Twitch channel and TikTok account.

If you happened to miss the Livestream, don’t fret! You have the option to either catch a rerun of the stream exactly an hour later on Genshin's YouTube channel or watch the VOD on both Twitch and YouTube channels.

4.4 Livestream Primogem redeem codes

We are aware that the Livestream Primogem codes are one of the highly sought-after segments of the streams. After all, who would pass up the opportunity for some Freemos?

Knowing this, here are all the Primogem codes released in the 4.4 Livestream:

  1. BBQ8AZHUH2CZ: Primogems x100, Mystic Enhancement Ore x10
  2. MT88AYHCZ2UR: Primogems x100, Hero’s Wit x5
  3. FA9QAGYDZJEV: Primogems x100, Mora x50,000

Be sure to redeem these codes before they expire in 24 hours, on 20 January 2024!

Genshin Impact 4.4 livestream highlights

Alongside the coveted Livestream codes that'll grant players 300 Freemogems, the 4.4 Livestream also introduced the gameplay for the new Liyue characters, Xianyun and Gaming, among many other events!

While some may call Version 4.3 and beyond "filler patches," HoYoverse begs to differ! While we await the debut of Natlan, the land of Pyro, the remaining Fontaine updates offer a treasure trove of exciting content to keep players engaged, including the much-anticipated Lantern Rite Festival.

Genshin Impact Chenyu Vale in cinematic trailer.
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4.3 Banners

Genshin Impact players will finally have the opportunity to welcome the distinguished Adepti of Liyue, Xianyun, to their roster in the 4.4 update!

A new 4-star character, Gaming, whose design revolves around the traditional Lion Dance, will also make his debut in Phase 1 of Version 4.4. His unconventional name and unique abilities have propelled his popularity in the community, and fans can't wait to witness his fiery potential on the battlefield!

A screenshot of Version 4.4 Phase 1 banners, Xianyun and Nahida, from the Genshin Impact 4.3 Livestream.
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The Version 4.4 banners will be as follows:

Phase 1 (31 January- 20 February)

  • 5-star: Xianyun and Nahida
  • 4-star: Gaming
  • New 5-star weapon: Crane’s Echoing Call (Catalyst)

Phase 2 (20 February - 13 March)

4.4 Story Quest

In the upcoming update, players will have the chance to learn more about the legendary Adepti, Xianyun!

  • Xianyun Story Quest (Grus Serena Chapter: Act 1)

4.4 new boss

In Version 4.4's new map expansion, Chenyu Vale, players can challenge the new World Boss: Solitary Suanni.

4.4 events

Flagship event: Vibrant Harriers Aloft in Spring Breeze

In Version 4.4, Travellers will get the chance to immerse themselves in the fourth edition of the most important festival in Liyue, the Lantern Rite! There will be three mini-game challenges that players can enjoy throughout the event:

  • Paper Shadows A-Foraging: Guide the adorable Guoba and Yuegui in this novel tabletop game to collect ingredients and make delicious Liyue-style dishes
  • Joyful Beasts and Their Auspices: Embark on this co-op challenge inspired by the Wushou Dance, featuring three stages:
    • Collect as many Lucky Teabricks as you can
    • Fight for control over platforms
    • Stay in a dedicated safe zone for as long as possible
  • Iridescent Cloud-Striding: A traversal challenge where players are tasked to collect Jade Lotus Lanterns while soaring through a night sky full of fireworks

Upon reaching a certain Festive Fever threshold, players will have the exciting opportunity to invite a 4-star character from Liyue of their choice!

Other events

  1. Receiver of Friends From Afar: Introduce Liyue cuisine to familiar faces as players assist the head chef of the Wangmin restaurant in preparing authentic Liyue-style dishes
  2. Journey Through Hilinigmatic Terrain: Infiltrate Hilichurl camps by attaching yourself to enemies and investigate disruptive Mysterious Statues
  3. Triumphant Frenzy: Participate in a combat challenge featuring four rounds of battle per stage; within each battle round, players can strategically select two or four Trial Characters from a variety of options to join their lineup

Map expansion: Chenyu Vale

In Version 4.4, a new Liyue map expansion called Chenyu Vale will be introduced. This "idyllic earthly paradise" connects Liyue with Fontaine.

A screenshot of Chenyu Vale in the Genshin Impact 4.4 Livestream.
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For more about Genshin Impact, be sure to check out our comprehensive Version 4.3 and Version 4.4 update guides, which include banners, detailed event descriptions, and more. We've also compiled all the much-needed QoL changes coming to Version 4.3 here!

Discover all that you need to know about the 18 new characters set to be released during Genshin Impact's Fontaine cycle. On top of that, the banners for 4.4 and beyond have been leaked! Get ahead of the curve and start planning your Primogem savings for your future party members with our character banner schedule here.

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