Genshin Impact 2.8 Beta registration started in China

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Following the delay in Genshin Impact version 2.7, HoYoverse has started hiring beta testers for version 2.8 in China.

Naturally, the COVID outbreak in Shanghai has affected the development process severely. The developers were unable to complete the Teapot maintenance on time, which even led to a delay in the release of Spices from the West event.

Here is what we know about the upcoming updates in Genshin Impact.

Ideally, version 3.0 should have arrived after the 2.8 update. Several Inazuma characters like Arataki Itto, Kazuha, and Yoimiya are yet to have their rerun banners and players have been waiting for them for a long time.

However, the delay in version 2.7 compelled Travelers to assume that HoYoverse might scrap the 2.8 update altogether and release Sumeru in 3.0 directly. The Dendro nation is highly anticipated, and delaying its release by 2-3 weeks could have serious implications.

Reliable leaks have now revealed that the developers are hiring beta testers for version 2.8 from China. The recruitment deadline is May 13, and more information about the update can be expected soon.

Leakers have already disclosed everything that is part of version 2.7. While Yelan will be released as a five-star Hydro bow user, Kuki Shinobu will arrive as a four-star Electro healer. A new music-based event featuring Itto's drum and a robot-making Teapot event will be released as well.

As for the rerun banners, rumors suggest that version 2.7 will include Itto's banner in the second half.

Hence, version 2.8 should bring in Heizou as a four-star character and rerun banners for characters like Yoimiya and Kazuha. The Golden Apple Archipelago rerun was also being anticipated for the final update before Sumeru.

It is worth noting that HoYoverse