Genshin Impact 5.8 Livestream date and time are set, revealing exciting summer events and the new character Ineffa.
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| Genshin Impact 5.8 Livestream Date and Time Announced |
Summary
- Genshin Impact 5.8 Livestream is scheduled for July 18, 2025, at 8 AM EDT (UTC -4).
- The update features the annual summer event with Mondstadt and Natlan characters.
- New 5-star character Ineffa from Nod-Krai will debut in Version 5.8.
- The livestream will be available on the official Twitch and YouTube channels worldwide.
- Bennett is expected to receive a new outfit, likely free for players.
Genshin Impact 5.8 Livestream Date and Time
HoYoverse has announced that the Genshin Impact 5.8 Special Program will premiere globally on July 18, 2025. The livestream kicks off at 8 AM EDT (UTC -4) and will be broadcast on the game's official Twitch and YouTube channels.
Here are some key time zones for the event:
- Pacific Daylight Time (PDT): July 18, 5:00 AM
- Mountain Daylight Time (MDT): July 18, 6:00 AM
- Central Daylight Time (CDT): July 18, 7:00 AM
- Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): July 18, 8:00 AM
- Central European Summer Time (CEST): July 18, 2:00 PM
- Indian Standard Time (IST): July 18, 5:30 PM
- China Standard Time (CST): July 18, 8:00 PM
- Japanese Standard Time (JST) / Korea Standard Time (KST): July 18, 8:00 PM
- Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST): July 18, 10:00 PM
- New Zealand Standard Time (NZST): July 19, 12:00 AM
Dear Traveler, it's announcement time! #GenshinImpact #GenshinSpecialProgram
— Genshin Impact (@GenshinImpact) July 16, 2025
The special program for Genshin Impact's new version will premiere on the official Twitch and YouTube channels on 18/7/2025 at 08:00 AM (UTC-4)!
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What to Expect From the Genshin 5.8 Livestream
Version 5.8 will feature the annual summer event titled Sunspray Summer Resort, bringing a festive atmosphere where the Traveler reunites with friends from Mondstadt and Natlan. Prominent characters like Venti, Bennett, Mualani, and Chasca are expected to participate in the celebrations.
The update also introduces Ineffa, the first playable character from the upcoming Nod-Krai region. Ineffa is a 5-star Electro polearm user who supports Electro-Charged teams with unique mechanics.
Fans can also look forward to potential teasers for the Nod-Krai storyline, as this patch serves as a bridge before the major Version 6.0 update. Bennett is anticipated to receive a new skin, likely available for free, adding to the excitement.
Where to Watch the Livestream
Viewers can watch the Genshin Impact 5.8 livestream on the official Genshin Impact Twitch and YouTube channels.
The livestream will also be available as a video on demand (VOD) on YouTube, allowing players to catch up anytime.