The wait is finally over. After a fantastic adventure in Sumeru, Travelers are getting ready to explore the Hydro Nation, which is set to arrive with the next big update for Genshin Impact. Given how this will be a big patch that’ll introduce a new area, creatures, and more, gamers wonder when the pre-load and release times are for Genshin Impact 4.0. So, if you want to get ahead of the release and prepare everything to grab Paimon and your party members for a new adventure, here we have all the information.
How To Pre-Load Genshin Impact 4.0
Version 4.0 Update Maintenance Preview | #GenshinImpact
Dear Travelers,
Our developers are expected to begin performing update maintenance at 2023/08/16 06:00 (UTC+8). Please stay tuned to related game update information.
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Thankfully, HoYoverse makes pre-loading its games quite easy and usually does these days before the official release of any patch. Anyone who plays Genshin Impact can pre-load the new content on August 13. Here’s how you can do it:
PC Players
- Open the game’s launcher.
- Select the “Game Pre-Installation” option.
- Click on “Get Now.”
Mobile Players
- Go to the Pause Menu.
- Head to “Settings” and then to “Other.”
- Click on “Pre-Install Resource Package.”
PlayStation Players
PlayStation users only have to wait for the download to start automatically, provided they have auto-updates enabled. If not, do this to pre-load Genshin Impact 4.0 manually:
- Press the options button while on the Home screen and select Genshin Impact.
- Select “Check for Update” and agree to download the file.
What Are the Release Times for Genshin Impact 4.0?
Now that you know how to pre-load Genshin Impact 4.0, we’ll tell you the release times depending on your zone.
- PDT: 8 p.m. on August 15
- EDT: 11 p.m. on August 15
- BST: 4 a.m. on August 16
- CEST: 5 a.m. on August 16
- AEST: 1 p.m. on August 16
- JST: 12 p.m. on August 16
As you can see, the wait for Genshin Impact’s next big expansion is almost over, and players can try all of its content in a few hours.
How Long Will The 4.0 Maintenance Last?
According to the official post by HoYoverse, maintenance will last 5 hours. This is normal for big patches, so don’t be surprised if it takes longer than expected. If it does, we’ll likely get some free Primogems to use with the game’s new banners.
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5 Most Exciting Things Coming In Genshin Impact 4.0
Now that you know everything regarding the pre-load and release times for Genshin Impact 4.0, prepare to journey to the Hydro Nation. If you haven’t finished the story before this update, you can get most of the quests done in a day and earn some currency while you’re at it. All in all, we hope this new update brings more fun things to this fantastic gacha game.
