It’s 2026, and looking back, the Genshin Impact 4.6 update was a truly memorable patch, packed with a vibrant festival, the return of a beloved co-op mode, and plenty of opportunities to stock up on resources. The version, detailed in a Special Program back in April 2024, brought a wave of excitement to players across Teyvat. The central theme was a musical extravaganza in Inazuma, but the festivities didn't stop there.
The undisputed star of the show was the Iridescent Arataki Rockin' For Life Tour De Force of Awesomeness! This flagship event was a full-blown Inazuma festival spearheaded by the one and only Arataki Itto, with appearances from fan-favorites like Yoimiya and Yae Miko. It wasn't just about watching; players got to participate in three distinct gameplay modes that blended music, exploration, and a bit of chaos in the best way possible.
🎵 Xtreme Carnival Ensemble: A fun rhythm game where you could jam out to the theme songs of various characters. It was a simple but addictive way to engage with the game's stellar soundtrack.
🔍 Trillion Trinket Trawl: This mode had players helping the event host track down specific materials scattered around. Think of it as a themed scavenger hunt with a quirky narrative.
🎼 A Meeting of Melodies: A more relaxed activity that sent players traveling across Teyvat to find NPCs and help restore missing musical notes. It was a lovely way to revisit old locations with a new purpose.
The rewards for this main event were absolutely stacked, making it a must-complete for everyone:
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A free 4-star character: Gorou
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Primogems (of course!)
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A precious Crown of Insight
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Tons of Mora, Hero's Wit, and Mystic Enhancement Ore
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Talent Level-up and Character Ascension Materials
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A unique musical instrument furnishing for the Serenitea Pot: the Nightwind Horn
Following the high-energy festival, the update brought back a classic for some pure, unadulterated fun: Windtrace: Seekers and Strategy! This hide-and-seek event in co-op mode remained a community favorite for its simplicity and the hilarious moments it created. Whether you were a clever Rebel hiding as a crate or a sharp-eyed Hunter, the chaotic matches were a perfect way to unwind with friends.
Rewards included: Primogems, Mora, Hero's Wit, Character Talent materials, Mystic Enhancement Ore, and Weapon Ascension Materials. A solid haul for playing a game of tag!
For players craving a combat challenge, the Specially-Shaped Saurian Search event delivered. This wasn't your standard beat-em-up. The twist was in adjusting difficulty levels and choosing "Negotiation Strategies""—special conditions that could either grant you powerful buffs or impose tricky debuffs on your team. Finding the right strategy for your roster was key to mastering this event.
Completing the challenges netted you: Primogems, Hero's Wit, Mora, Mystic Enhancement Ore, and Sanctifying Unction for artifact leveling.
Another combat-focused event made its return: Vibro-Crystal Applications. This event tested your team-building skills by having you defeat waves of enemies using specific "Transcendental" and "Resonant" buff combinations. Figuring out the most overpowered harmonic setup to crush the challenges was a satisfying puzzle for meta enthusiasts.
Rewards here were focused on weapon and character progression: Primogems, Weapon Ascension Materials, Mora, Hero's Wit, and Mystic Enhancement Ore.
Last but certainly not least for resource-hungry Travelers was the Overflowing Mastery event. While it didn't offer any Primogems, it provided the incredibly valuable opportunity to earn double the drops from Talent Domains. For anyone looking to crown their favorite character's talents or level up key skills, this was an unmissable efficiency boost. Saving your Original Resin for this period was a smart move!
Beyond the events, Version 4.6 also introduced several quality-of-life improvements that enhanced the daily experience. These included optimizations to the Serenitea Pot housing system, updates to the avatar/profile system, and improvements to Treasure Compasses, making exploration and customization even smoother. All in all, it was a patch that successfully mixed high-energy celebration with substantial rewards and meaningful gameplay updates.