Genshin Impact Luna III Release Date and Start Time Explained

Genshin Impact’s upcoming Luna III update is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about patches in a while. Even though this version won’t introduce a new region in Nod-Krai, there’s still plenty for players to look forward to. New characters, long-requested buffs, and the return of some major lore figures are all part of the lineup. If you’ve been waiting for Alice, Nicole, or the big Durin reveal, this update is definitely on your radar.

Below is a complete breakdown of when Genshin Impact Luna III goes live, plus maintenance details, preload size, and what to expect on day one.

Genshin Impact Luna III (Version 6.2) Release Date and Time

Genshin Impact Luna III officially launches on December 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM PST for players in North America. For most other regions, the update rolls out on December 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM CST. As always, the patch becomes available right after maintenance wraps up.

Here’s a quick look at the release times across different regions:

• New Delhi, India: 8:30 AM IST on December 3
• Tokyo, Japan: 12:00 PM JST on December 3
• California, USA: 8:00 PM PST on December 2
• Beijing, China: 11:00 AM CST on December 3
• Toronto, Canada: 11:00 PM EDT on December 2
• Rome, Italy: 5:00 AM CET on December 3
• Melbourne, Australia: 1:00 PM AEST on December 3
• Auckland, New Zealand: 3:00 PM NZST on December 3

This patch brings one of the most anticipated characters in the game’s history: Durin, the new 5-star unit. He’s expected to become one of the strongest additions to the roster and is easily the top pull priority in the entire update. Alongside him is Jahoda, a new 4-star healer who fits nicely into a variety of team comps.

If you’re planning to pull for Durin, make sure to grab any available free Stellar Jades through the latest Genshin Impact redeem codes before the version ends.

Genshin Impact Luna III Maintenance Schedule

As usual, the servers will go offline before the update becomes playable. Luna III maintenance begins on:

• December 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM PST for North America
• December 3, 2025 at 6:00 AM CST for all other servers

Hoyoverse plans for maintenance to last about five hours, though patches sometimes finish earlier.

Here are the global start and end times:

You won’t be able to log in while the servers are undergoing maintenance, and active players will be kicked out once downtime begins. Make sure to finish any farming, boss runs, or weekly tasks before the cut-off time.

As compensation, all players who reached Adventure Rank 5 or higher before maintenance begins will receive 300 Primogems. You can claim the reward from your in-game mail once the update is live. Don’t forget to grab it, since the mail expires after 30 days.

Preload Size for Genshin Impact Luna III

To make the update process smoother, you can preload the Luna III patch ahead of time. Here’s how much space you’ll need:

• PC: Around 16 GB
• Android and iOS: About 2 GB

Preloading doesn’t unlock any content early, but it saves you from waiting through a huge download the moment the servers come back online.

What to Expect in Genshin Impact Luna III

Durin takes center stage this time, and players will finally learn more about his lore and his role in the new storyline. Alice is also set to appear, which has the fanbase buzzing. There are also rumors that Il Dottore may show up, and if that’s true, Luna III could become one of the most lore-heavy patches in recent memory.

Between new characters, buffs to Mondstadt units, and returning story icons, this update is shaping up to be a treat for long-time fans and newer players alike.

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