Genshin Impact 1.6: Leaked video showcases the game’s new region, boating system explained

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Genshin 1.6 New area

New leaks regarding Genshin Impact’s version 1.6 continue to surface, and this time, not only a video showcasing the game’s new archipelago surfaced, but also an overview of its new boating system.  

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You can check out the video below, featuring both a first look at the new area and a look at the game’s new Skiff Waypoint System, courtesy of user u/deweweewewe on Reddit:

The new region will consist of an archipelago filled with islands and mysteries. but that’s not all, since to explore the new region, player s will need to make use of a new mechanic, the Skiff Waypoint System.

The Skiff Waypoint System

According to known leaker @Genshin_Intel, the game’s new system will allow players who interact with it to build a skiff to travel the seas over the new region.

The skill will be equipped with 2 cannons and will suffer damage over constant use. Players will also be able to use the new system when in co-op. 

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Genshin Impact’s version 1.5  “Beneath the Light of Jadeite” is already here, allowing players to roll for both 5-star Zhongli and 4-star Yanfei, to experience the new housing system, and much more. 

Genshin Impact is currently available for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, mobile devices – Android, iOS – and PC, via miHoYo’s official launcher. A version of the game for the Nintendo Switch is reportedly in development.

The new version is expected to be released in early June, featuring banners starring both the new 5-star Kazuha and a Klee rerun.

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So, are you excited about the game’s upcoming region, and its new boating system?