The Genshin Impact Version 6.3 "Luna IV" Special Program livestream aired on January 2, 2026, at 12:00 AM (UTC-5) across official YouTube and Twitch channels, kicking off the new year with major reveals for the upcoming patch. Fans tuned in for teasers on new characters from the Fatui Harbingers, expansions to the Nod-Krai region, continuation of the Archon Quest storyline, and the return of the beloved Lantern Rite event. The stream, lasting around 75 minutes, also dropped three redemption codes worth 300 Primogems total.
Version 6.3 Release Date
Version "Luna IV" launches on January 14, 2026, bringing a packed patch focused on the "Song of the Welkin Moon" Archon Quest postlude, new Snezhnaya-adjacent content, and festive Liyue celebrations.
Livestream Redemption Codes
HoYoverse shared three codes during the stream, redeemable until January 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM (UTC+8). Each grants 100 Primogems plus bonus items. Redeem them via the official website (log in, select server/character, enter code) or in-game Paimon menu under Settings > Account > Redeem Code.
| Code | Rewards |
|---|---|
| ComeNightorDay | 100 Primogems, 10 Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Zibai0515 | 100 Primogems, 5 Hero's Wit |
| GallopYeah | 100 Primogems, 50,000 Mora |
New Characters and Event Banners
Phase 1 spotlights the highly anticipated Fatui Harbinger Columbina, paired with a rerun for Ineffa (5-star). Phase 2 introduces Zibai (5-star) alongside Neuvillette rerun, boosting new 4-star Illuga.
| Phase | Dates | Featured Banners |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 14 - Feb 3 | Columbina (★5: "Sleep with the Moon") Ineffa (★5 Rerun: "New Star Drive") |
| 2 | Feb 3 - Feb 24 | Zibai (★5: "Key of Abundance") Neuvillette (★5 Rerun: "Ruler of the Abyss") Illuga (★4 Boost) |
Signature weapons include Nocturne's Curtain Call (5-star Catalyst, likely Columbina's) and Lightbearing Moonshard (5-star Sword, likely Zibai's).
Archon Quests and Story Content
The "Song of the Welkin Moon" Chapter advances with Act 7: "Winter Night, A Traveler" and Act 8: "True Moon", delving into themes of pale moonlight and a "heretic child" emerging from shadows - tying directly to Columbina's lore via the cinematic PV. Expect Fatui intrigue with appearances from Tartaglia and Dottore.
New Areas and Enemies
Explore "Poem of Cliffs and Wastelands", a new zone north of Paha Isle in Nod -Krai, home to Lightkeepers' HQ, Varka's platoon, and Wild Hunt threats.
Fight Il Dottore as a weekly boss (Harbinger-style) and Lord of the Hidden Depths: Whisperer of Nightmares as a field boss.
New artifact sets: Aubade of Morningstar and Moon and Wherever a Breeze Blows.
Events and Rewards
- Lantern Rite (Phase 2): Year of the Horse festivities with a free 4-star Liyue character selector and 20 pulls' worth of Fates/Primogems.
- Other events: "Orbiting Jade Wheel's Trajectory," "Moon Patrol Exercise," "Every Moment is the Best Memory!," "Ley Line Surge."
Login bonuses: 10 Intertwined Fates, 1,600 Primogems via mail, and more.
New Skins
- Traveler (Aether/Lumine): "New Heaven and Earth" - Free after story completion, with elemental buffs.
- Yaoyao: "Rain Sound in Bamboo Grove" - Free from Lantern Rite.
- Neuvillette: "Meruzine's Gift" - Paid skin, discounted during patch.
Future Teases and More
Silhouettes hinted at Varka and Nicole for Version 6.4 "Luna V" and beyond. A preview for Miliastra Wonderland showcased new creator tools and rewards. Traveler buffs across elements were also confirmed.
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