Summary
- Travelers eagerly await the release of Furina in Genshin Impact 4.2, as the Archon typically becomes available two versions after the initial release of the region.
- The Genshin Impact livestream, which gives players a preview of upcoming updates, has been delayed for version 4.2, with no official reason given for the postponement.
- Speculation suggests that the delay may be due to the passing of a prominent figure in China, leading some players to express understanding and sympathy, while others demand compensation in the form of "apologems."
Travelers can finally explore Fontaine in Genshin Impact 4.0, and usually, the nation's Archon becomes available two versions after the initial release of the region. As people have expected, the drip marketing for Furina follows this pattern, and she should be released in Genshin Impact 4.2.
Every six weeks, HoYoverse releases a new Genshin Impact update to show Travelers what they can expect in the upcoming version. This livestream comes on Friday, almost two weeks before the new update drops on Tuesday/Wednesday (depending on the player's time zone). However, sometimes, issues arise that cause the special program to be delayed. One time, a version was even extended for a massive three weeks, which was a great surprise for players since HoYoverse is usually consistent with their schedule.
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Players are excited to see what HoYoverse has in store when it comes to version 4.2, and many are looking forward to the upcoming livestream. Unfortunately, despite the special program being scheduled for October 27, 2023, the Genshin Impact official accounts have announced that the version 4.2 livestream is going to be delayed. There's currently no other announcement regarding the delay, so there's not yet a new date for the livestream, and Travelers are requested to wait until more information is available.
No one knows for sure the reason behind the delay, but some people believe that the postponement happened because a large public figure in China recently passed away. Considering that paying tribute to a high-profile figure's passing is common in many places, it's understandable if that's why the Genshin Impact 4.2 livestream is postponed. Plenty of Travelers are naturally upset with the setback, and many of them wish the best for the affected people and hope that the country can heal well from losing an important figure.
On the other side of the player base, of course, are those who demand apologems, which means "apology Primogems." These gems are the most important currency in the game, and usually, if there are issues like bugs or delays, the developer sends the gems to everyone as an apology. Many Travelers resonate with this as every livestream always comes with Genshin Impact redeem codes that grant 300 Primogems in total, so this delay means the 300 gems won't be here until the special program is released.
Players also have to be patient for a while more if they wish to see the Hydro Archon, Furina, in action. Among the Archons who have been released, all of them are either a support or sub-DPS. Therefore, people expect Furina to follow this pattern and be a support in Genshin Impact or sub-DPS herself. Considering her loyal companion Neuvillette turned out to be a powerful character, the Hydro Archon is expected to be even better.
Genshin Impact is now available on Mobile, PC, PS4, and PS5. A Switch version is in development.
