A recent leak regarding Genshin Impact version 4.5 suggests the introduction of a new feature to assist players with their character builds. Although version 4.5 is expected to launch in mid-March, some details about the upcoming content have already surfaced. Developer HoYoverse has confirmed the playable version of Chiori for the next update, though only limited information about her has been revealed, such as her Vision. Leaks suggest that she may function as a sub-DPS and support unit, with details emerging about her abilities.
Alongside the new character release, there are other anticipated additions in version 4.5. Rumors hint at a rerun of the 5-star Geo unit Albedo, who has not appeared in limited-time character banners in the gacha system for over a year and a half. However, this has yet to be confirmed. There are also leaks suggesting the introduction of a new free-to-play event weapon, although the rumored details about the 4-star item don't sound particularly promising. Additionally, recent mentions of a new gameplay system feature have surfaced, potentially aimed at assisting players with character builds in Genshin Impact.
Genshin Impact 4.5 May Add A Build Guide Feature
According to alleged information shared by the leaker known as Foul and posted by a Reddit user, Version 4.5 of Genshin Impact is rumored to introduce an enhancement guide aimed at helping players optimize their character builds. This rumored feature will assess characters to determine if they meet certain "standard requirements." Based on the character's build, the game will then offer suggestions on how to enhance them, including potential changes to Artifacts and upgrades to Talents. Additionally, the game will direct players to the appropriate bosses in Genshin Impact if they are still leveling the character.
Currently, it remains unclear how these "standard requirements" are calculated. It's possible that they are based on how the majority of players typically build their characters.
In-Game Character Guides In Genshin Impact Can Improve Building Process
The rumored introduction of an in-game character guide in Version 4.5 of Genshin Impact has the potential to greatly enhance how players approach the game and build their characters. While the extent of assistance this guide could offer remains uncertain, simply providing indications of the best Artifacts and potentially the optimal stats to farm for each character would be a significant improvement. Currently, Genshin Impact offers characters without explaining their roles in team compositions, allowing for a high degree of customization. For example, healers can be built as DPS units, albeit suboptimally.
With an enhancement guide feature, players could gain a better understanding of each character's role on the battlefield and what they should prioritize when building them. Presently, players often consult external guides to optimize their character builds. However, with the leaked tool in Version 4.5, players may be able to access recommended Artifacts within the game itself, streamlining the process.
Although the leaked information does not mention the best weapons, ideal stat distribution, or team composition suggestions, knowing which Artifacts to farm would be a significant improvement. The mention of Talents in the rumored guide is somewhat peculiar, as the game already displays Talent priorities based on player trends. Nonetheless, the leaked enhancement guide could provide a helpful starting point for players looking to optimize their characters in Genshin Impact, even if it's not fully comprehensive upon release.
Genshin Impact 4.5’s Rumored Character Guide Doesn’t Address The Main Problem
The rumored enhancement guide in Version 4.5 of Genshin Impact, if true, may not address the game's most significant issue and could even be counterproductive. As highlighted by comments on the Reddit post featuring the leak, while the guide may suggest ideal Artifact sets and stats for each character, it becomes futile if players struggle to obtain the necessary items. Artifact farming and crafting in Genshin Impact rely on RNG (random number generator), making it unpredictable and difficult to control.
Searching for Artifact pieces with specific stat distributions is incredibly challenging due to the randomness of drops. Each character requires five pieces of Artifacts, leading to exhaustion from repeated Domain runs or crafting attempts. For instance, if the enhancement guide suggests a CRIT stat on an Artifact, players may struggle to obtain the specific piece with the desired stat.
This issue is exacerbated by the fact that Honkai: Star Rail, another game developed by HoYoverse, offers a solution. In that game, players can use a rare item called Self-Modeling Resin to craft their own Relics (equivalent to Artifacts), allowing them to choose the main stat. While sub-stats remain randomized, this feature provides some assurance that the correct piece and main stat align with character builds—a feature lacking in Genshin Impact.
While the rumored enhancement guide in Version 4.5 could be helpful in guiding players to optimize their builds, its usefulness may be limited if players struggle to acquire the recommended items. Given the focus on quality-of-life updates in Genshin Impact, it's possible that improvements to farming and grinding mechanics could alleviate this issue in the future.
