The wait for Genshin Impact’s Luna III (6.2) update is almost over-players are counting down the final hours before a new chapter unfolds, bringing fresh characters, quests, and secrets that could reshape Teyvat’s story once again.
When Is Genshin Impact Luna III (6.2) Coming Out?
Genshin Impact’s Luna III update (version 6.2) is expected to arrive around late January 2026, following HoYoverse’s usual six-week update cycle. If the schedule holds, the update will likely launch on January 28, 2026, after the brief maintenance period that typically begins at 6:00 a.m. (UTC+8) and lasts for about five hours. Once the servers reopen, players can explore new story content, events, and features introduced in Luna III.
Genshin Impact Luna III will be released on December 2, 2025, at 08:00 PM PST for the NA servers and December 3, 2025, at 11:00 AM CST for the rest of the world. Here is a quick overview of the Genshin Impact Luna III release timings in different time zones around the world:
- New Delhi, India: 8:30 AM IST on December 3, 2025
- Tokyo, Japan: 12:00 PM JST on December 3, 2025
- California, USA: 8:00 PM PST on December 2, 2025
- Beijing, China: 11:00 AM CST on December 3, 2025
- Toronto, Canada: 11:00 PM EDT on December 2, 2025
- Rome, Italy: 5:00 AM CET on December 3, 2025
- Melbourne, Australia: 1:00 PM AEST on December 3, 2025
- Auckland, New Zealand: 3:00 PM NZST on December 3, 2025
The new update will add one new 5-star character – Durin, and one 4-star character – Jahoda. Durin is arguably one of the best characters in the game. He is the highest pull priority in Luna III banners. Jahoda, on the other hand, is a decent healer who can be an asset to many teams.
However, if you still wish to obtain Durin, you will need a substantial amount of Primogems. Make sure to use Genshin Impact codes to obtain free Stellar Jades before the Luna III version ends. If you want to learn about maintenance start and end times, please refer to the next section.
Genshin Impact Luna III Maintenance End Time
Genshin Impact’s Luna III (Version 6.2) maintenance is scheduled to finish around five hours after it begins. If the update follows the usual pattern, players can expect maintenance to conclude at approximately 11:00 AM (UTC+8), after which the servers will reopen and update files will be available for download. Once maintenance ends, travelers can claim the standard Primogem compensation for downtime before exploring the new features and content added in Luna III.
Genshin Impact servers will be undergoing a maintenance break for the update. The Luna III (6.2) maintenance will start at 03:00 PM PST for NA servers on December 2, 2025, and at 06:00 AM CST on December 3, 2025, for the rest of the world. The maintenance is expected to last approximately 5 hours, after which the Genshin Impact Luna III banners will be released.
| Region and Time Zone | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| New Delhi, India (IST) | 03:30 AM | 08:30 AM |
| Tokyo, Japan (JST) | 07:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| California, USA (PST) | 03:00 PM on November 4 | 08:00 PM on November 4 |
| Beijing, China (CST) | 06:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| Toronto, Canada (EDT) | 06:00 PM on November 4 | 11:00 PM on November 4 |
| Rome, Italy (CEST) | 12:00 AM | 05:00 AM |
| Melbourne, Australia (AEST) | 08:00 AM | 01:00 PM |
| Auckland, New Zealand (NZST) | 10:00 AM | 03:00 PM |
You won’t be able to log into your accounts during the maintenance period, so make sure to finish your farming before the maintenance starts. All logged-in players will be forcefully kicked out when the maintenance begins. As compensation for the maintenance, all Genshin Impact players who have reached Adventure Rank 5 before the update begins will be given 300 Primogems.
This compensation can be claimed from the in-game mail box after the update has been released. However, the mail will expire after 30 days, so claim it before that.
Genshin Impact Luna III Release Countdown
The countdown for Genshin Impact Luna III (Version 6.2) is ticking down as players wait for the next major patch. This update is expected to bring new characters, expanded regions, and fresh story content that continues the ongoing narrative of Teyvat. Fans can use the timer below to track the exact release moment in their region and prepare their teams and resources before the servers go live.
Genshin Impact Luna III Release Countdown 00 Days 00 Hours 00 Minutes 00 Seconds
The Genshin Impact Luna III update should now be live!
Genshin Impact Luna III Preload Guide
The preload for Genshin Impact Luna III (Version 6.2) is expected to become available a few days before the update officially launches. Players can begin downloading the game files early through the Epic Games Store, PlayStation, or mobile platforms to reduce waiting time once maintenance ends. Make sure your device has enough storage space and a stable connection to complete the download without issues. Checking the preload size and preparing extra space ahead of time helps ensure a smooth update experience.
Here is the pre-install size for the Genshin Impact Luna III update:
- Pre-install size on PC: 16 GB
- Pre-install size on Android and iOS: Approx. 2 GB
Countdown timer for Luna III in my time zone
Luna III (Version 6.2) is already released. It launched globally on December 3, 2025, after a standard 5-hour maintenance window ending at 11:00 AM UTC+8.
Your Time Zone (EET)
Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) aligns closely with the Europe server rollout. Maintenance ended around 5:00 AM EET on December 3, 2025, making Luna III playable then-roughly 46 days ago as of January 18, 2026, 8:07 PM EET.
Current Timer Status
No active countdown exists for the initial Luna III release, as it’s live. Sites with pre-launch timers now show “released” or redirect to in-patch events/banners (e.g., Phase 2 or version end around late January 2026).
Remaining 6.2 Schedule
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Version 6.2 ends: Expected January 7, 2026 (maintenance for 6.3 starts ~6:00 AM UTC+8), or about 19 days from now.
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Check in-game events calendar (UTC+8 times) for ongoing Luna III activities like banners.
For a precise “time since release” or end-of-version countdown, official tools like the HoYoLAB app provide live trackers.
Show countdown to Luna III in my local time
Genshin Impact Version 6.2 “Luna III” launched on December 3, 2025, and is already live worldwide. No active countdown timer exists for its initial release, as it ended over six weeks ago.
EET Time Zone Details
In Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2), Luna III became playable around 5:00 AM on December 3, 2025, right after maintenance.
From your current time (January 18, 2026, 8:07 PM EET), approximately 46 days and 15 hours have passed since release.
Version End Countdown (EET)
Version 6.2 typically lasts 42 days, ending with maintenance for 6.3 around January 14, 2026, at 6:00 AM UTC+8 (4:00 AM EET).
Countdown to end: About 27 days remaining (exact end may shift slightly; check in-game news).
Active Timers and Events
Sites with original Luna III countdowns now display “released” or track Phase 2 banners/events within 6.2.
Use HoYoLAB or the in-game clock for real-time patch timers, as they auto-adjust to EET.
