Genshin Impact 5.8 Release Time & Maintenance Details – Don’t Miss the New Summer Event!

Genshin Impact 5.8 is just around the corner, bringing a fresh summer vibe and some exciting new features. This update stands out because the new summer-themed area introduced will be permanent, letting you explore it anytime even after the event ends. If you’re wondering about the maintenance schedule and exact release times, we’ve got all the details for you below.

- When Genshin Impact 5.8 maintenance starts and ends

Exact release times for version 5.8 worldwide
What to expect in the 5.8 update, including new events and characters

Genshin Impact 5.8 Maintenance Schedule

The game will go offline for maintenance on Tuesday, July 29 or Wednesday, July 30, depending on your time zone. The downtime is expected to last about five hours. Here are the maintenance start times:

3 p.m. PDT (West Coast North America)
6 p.m. EDT (East Coast North America)
7 p.m. BRT (Brazil)
11 p.m. BST (UK)
12 a.m. CEST (Western Europe)
7 a.m. JST (Japan)
8 a.m. AEST (Australia)

Remember to spend your resin before maintenance begins, but keep in mind the new battle pass will activate right after the servers come back online, so holding onto some resin might be a smart move.

When Will Genshin Impact 5.8 Go Live?

Once maintenance is complete, version 5.8 will launch at approximately these times:

8 p.m. PDT (West Coast North America)
11 p.m. EDT (East Coast North America)
12 a.m. BRT (Brazil)
4 a.m. BST (UK)
5 a.m. CEST (Western Europe)
12 p.m. JST (Japan)
1 p.m. AEST (Australia)

While servers usually come back on schedule, there might be slight variations depending on how smoothly maintenance goes. Typically, Hoyoverse is quite punctual and sometimes even finishes early.

What’s New in Genshin Impact 5.8?

This patch brings the annual summer event, but with a twist: the new area you explore during the event will remain accessible even after it finishes. This means more time to enjoy the new content at your own pace.

The event features Mualani, Chasca, Venti, and Bennett as the spotlight characters. Fans of Bennett will be happy to hear he’s getting a new skin as part of the update—definitely a must-have for many players.

There’s also a variety of fun mini-games to try out, including a paint-shooting challenge, platforming tasks, and a shooting gallery. Plus, a separate photo-taking event will let you capture memorable moments with your favorite Teyvat characters.

Check out the trailer for a sneak peek: