Genshin Impact has officially revealed the date and time for the Version “Luna IV” Special Program, and excitement is already spreading across every corner of the fandom. According to the announcement, the upcoming livestream will premiere on January 2, 2026 at 00:00 UTC minus 5 through the official Twitch and YouTube channels. The reveal confirms that Version Luna IV is preparing to introduce major story developments, new gameplay features and a fresh set of redemption codes for Travelers to claim.
To help fans around the world catch the stream live, here is the global schedule for the Special Program.
Global Livestream Times
Los Angeles. January 1 at 21:00 PST
Mexico City. January 1 at 23:00 CST
New York. January 2 at 00:00 EST
Bogotá. January 2 at 00:00 COT
London. January 2 at 05:00 GMT
Madrid. January 2 at 06:00 CET
Berlin. January 2 at 06:00 CET
Cairo. January 2 at 07:00 EET
Riyadh. January 2 at 08:00 AST
New Delhi. January 2 at 10:30 IST
Bangkok. January 2 at 12:00 ICT
Beijing. January 2 at 13:00 CST
Tokyo. January 2 at 14:00 JST
Seoul. January 2 at 14:00 KST
Sydney. January 2 at 16:00 AEDT
The preview confirms that the broadcast will include juicy details about new content, expanded exploration features and major narrative updates tied to the Luna arc. Travelers can also expect the usual three redemption codes, limited time announcements and official showcases for upcoming characters and events.
Community reaction to the announcement has already become a highlight on its own. Fans noticed that HoYoverse revealed the Special Program before releasing the drip marketing for Zibai and Illuga, something extremely rare in their communication pattern. Community comments describe Columbina level anticipation, calling the move a sign that Luna IV is expected to be a premium scale update. Many highlight how unusual it is to see a livestream announcement jump ahead of character marketing cycles, which has led to speculation about the magnitude of the content waiting in this version.
Across social media, players are sharing excitement about potential new regions, story finales, Lunar mechanics and major character releases. Some fans also believe that the early reveal might indicate stronger emphasis on world building or cinematic storytelling, especially after the emotional teasers introduced in earlier Luna phases.
The invitation closes with a reminder. Follow the official Twitch and YouTube accounts, mark the date and prepare to grab all redemption codes before they expire. With expectations rising and a surprisingly early announcement fueling discussion, Version Luna IV is shaping up to be one of the most significant updates of 2026.
