Genshin Impact 7.1 V5 Leak Reveals No Character Changes, Vodyanitsa and Vesna Ready for Release and Imaginarium Theater Updates

The latest Genshin Impact 7.1 Beta v5 leak reportedly marks an important milestone for the upcoming Snezhnaya update. According to the newest beta information, Vodyanitsa and Vesna received no additional changes in Version 7.1 v5, with both characters now considered ready for their expected release. The development cycle is reportedly moving forward to Mitya and Valeriy, who are expected to become the focus of upcoming Version 7.2 testing.

The absence of additional adjustments in v5 is particularly notable because both Vodyanitsa and Vesna have received extensive attention throughout the earlier beta stages. Recent community leak reports also show that the latest game data contains character changes or checks involving both units, while another beta revision was described as having little meaningful character movement.

Vodyanitsa and Vesna beta testing reportedly ends

According to the latest leak, Vodyanitsa and Vesna's beta testing is over. This does not officially confirm their exact banners or final release details, but it suggests that their current kits may have reached a sufficiently stable stage for the development team.

Both characters have already appeared extensively in leaked gameplay material. Vesna gameplay footage has circulated showing her combat animations and mobility while Vodyanitsa has also received leaked gameplay and character information.

The current situation also lines up with broader Version 7.1 leak coverage that has identified Vesna and Vodyanitsa as the major upcoming Snezhnaya characters. However, players should still distinguish between beta information and official announcements. Even when a character appears finalized in testing, HoYoverse can still modify release details before launch.

Version 7.1 event tab reportedly receives a mysterious confetti addition

One of the more unusual discoveries in Genshin Impact 7.1 v5 is the addition of confetti on the event tab. The purpose of this icon or visual element remains unconfirmed.

Speculation has already focused on the possibility of a character selector or another significant anniversary reward. However, the leaked information does not currently confirm that interpretation. There is also no reliable evidence that leakers are deliberately withholding additional information.

For now, the safest conclusion is that the confetti element exists within the current beta data, while its actual purpose remains unknown. Players should wait for the Genshin Impact 7.1 Special Program before treating any interpretation of the feature as factual.

The timing is particularly interesting because Version 7.1 is also expected to include anniversary related content, giving the mysterious event tab addition greater importance. Current leak discussions have already connected Version 7.1 with anniversary rewards and additional event activities.

Octavia and Miliastra anniversary event reportedly planned for 7.1

The latest leak information also points toward an Octavia and Miliastra anniversary event in Version 7.1. The event is expected to form part of the broader anniversary celebrations, although complete event mechanics have not yet been confirmed.

This would give Version 7.1 an additional layer of event content beyond the introduction of Vodyanitsa and Vesna. With anniversary rewards, new story material and multiple endgame activities reportedly arriving in the same version, the patch could become one of the more substantial updates of the current Snezhnaya cycle.

Imaginarium Theater B reportedly changes Special Guests

Another important Genshin Impact 7.1 leak concerns the Imaginarium Theater B lineup.

Earlier leaked information reportedly listed Qiqi, Diona, Nefer and Jahoda as the Special Guests for this rotation, with Hydro, Geo and Electro listed as the recommended elements.

The newer Version 7.1 data reportedly changes that lineup, replacing Diona and Nefer with Odette and Vesna. The current lineup therefore reportedly features Qiqi, Odette, Vesna and Jahoda as the Special Guests.

The opening characters remain Yelan, Aino, Flins, Fischl, Zhongli and Kachina, while the recommended elements shown in the leaked information are Hydro, Electro and Geo. This means players preparing for the relevant Imaginarium Theater season may need to reconsider their available rosters and supporting characters.

The change also has potential significance for the two incoming Snezhnaya characters. Giving Odette and Vesna Special Guest status would allow players to encounter and potentially use them within the Theater ecosystem while also highlighting their importance to the upcoming patch.

Odette and Alyosha passives reportedly updated for the Shadow Realm

The leak also claims that Odette and Alyosha's passives have been updated to include the Shadow Realm, which is associated with Snezhnaya local specialty locations.

This could provide a practical exploration benefit by helping players locate materials required for character progression. Similar utility passives have become increasingly valuable as new regions introduce larger material pools and more specialized farming routes.

Taken together, the latest information paints Version 7.1 as a major transition point. Vodyanitsa and Vesna reportedly have no further beta changes, their testing phase is ending and the development focus is shifting toward Mitya and Valeriy. At the same time, anniversary content, the mysterious confetti addition and significant Imaginarium Theater changes are adding more reasons for players to watch the upcoming Special Program closely.

All information presented here comes from unofficial leaks, beta data and datamined information. The mysterious confetti feature, anniversary rewards, event details and Imaginarium Theater changes have not been fully confirmed by HoYoverse and may still change before Version 7.1 officially launches.