HoYoVerse announces update release schedule Genshin Impact titled “Luna V” which will arrive on February 25, 2026. This information was conveyed through a Special Program that also summarized the main content of the patch, including the debut of the new character Varka, the arrangement of banners per phase, and several events that lead to the story in Mondstadt. From a player's perspective, this announcement is quite helpful for planning pulls and organizing resources early on.
Luna V release date and content focus
The Luna V update is scheduled to launch on February 25, 2026. The content of the story is described as taking the characters back to Mondstadt because of a situation that feels unusual. The Special Program also touched on the existence of new boss, In the trailer material, Varka is shown as an opponent. In addition, there will be Varka Story Quest as part of the main narrative content.
Banner schedule: Phase 1 and Phase 2
The banner arrangement on Luna V is divided into two sections. Phase 1 will start on February 25, 2026 and present:
- Flins (Electro, Polearm)
- Varka (Anemo, Claymore)
In this phase, the claymore weapon “Gest of the Mighty Wolf” is also said to be available in the weapon banner along with the arrival of the latest version.
Next, Phase 2 begins in the second half of the update and loading period:
- Escoffier (Cryo, Polearm)
- Skirk (Cryo, Sword)
This two-phase format usually allows players to prioritize pulls based on team needs and character roles.
Primogem events, trailers, and codes
Special Program also hints at an event involving Venti titled “Homeward, He Who Caught the Wind”. In addition to the event summary, the trailer also highlights the journey back to Mondstadt and shows Varka in a boss fight.
There are also three Primogem codes that are active on February 13, 2026. Each of them gave 100 Primogem, plus items like Hero's Wit, Mystic Enhancement Ore, and Mora. The codes are:
HomewardVarkaArrivesVisitWonderland
Context of the banner and the current event
When Luna V's announcement came up, Genshin Impact still running banners for new characters Zibai and rerun Neuvillette. Event Lantern Rite Liyue is also back and offering participation rewards, including costume-related reward options and a selection of 4-star characters from Liyue. This context is important so that players can adjust resources before the February 25, 2026 update comes.
