#new characters

This update introduces new characters, significant story progressions, and fresh gameplay features across all platforms. Dahlia offers a renewable shield through his Elemental Burst, which can be reactivated using Normal Attacks or Freeze reactions. Version 5.7 also introduces "Stygian Onslaught," a new permanent combat mode featuring rotating bosses and six escalating difficulty levels. Players can earn valuable rewards, including Primogems, Mora, Hero's Wit, and a new item called Dust of Enlightenment, which allows for targeted Artifact enhancement. The "Travelers' Tales: Gilded Chapter" event features lighthearted interactions with characters like Thoma and Neuvillette, adding depth to the game's narrative. Players can now directly use Fragile Resin to claim tripled rewards, and new game resource plans tailored to player progress will be available on mobile platforms. The Intel-powered Claw 8 AI+ tops this whole list, while the newer AMD-based Claw A8 matches the ROG Ally X on paper. The newer Legion Go S is smaller and lighter on the Ryzen Z2 Go. Read more in our articles including "Genshin Impact 5.7 Brings Skirk, New Story Chapter, and Combat Mode June 18" and "Gaming Handheld Price List in the Philippines (2026)".