The 3.4 Version of Stellar Rail: A New Chapter in the Vast Star Ocean Unveiled
The celestial map is set, and destiny is clear. The 3.4 version of Genshin Impact: Stellar Rail is about to embark on its journey. This version is undoubtedly a long-awaited feast for explorers, featuring not only the debut of the new character Byakuya but also the highly anticipated collaboration content from Fate/stay night. Although the news is based on leaks, it has already caused excitement. Let us look forward to the official announcement from miHoYo, which will unveil the curtain of this starry banquet.
This version update is rich in content, covering multiple important aspects, including the debut of new characters, the return of past character banners, and the arrival of collaboration characters. Below is a detailed interpretation of the highlights of this version.
Release Date of Stellar Rail 3.4 Version
Based on the update pattern of previous versions, the 3.4 version of Genshin Impact: Stellar Rail is expected to officially go live on July 2, 2025 (Wednesday). Officials have confirmed that a special live broadcast will be held in mid-June, during which more detailed information will be released. It is recommended that explorers make early preparations to welcome this brand-new version.
Banner Information for Stellar Rail 3.4
The banner content for this version is quite rich, divided into three parts: the first-half banner, the Fate/stay night collaboration banner, and the second-half banner. Here are the specifics:
First-Half Banner
The new character Byakuya will make her debut, accompanied by the return of characters Tia, Hanabi, and Xingqi. Byakuya is a 5-star physical-type destruction character who does not rely on energy to unleash her ultimate skill. Instead, she triggers her ultimate by accumulating “Destruction” stacks. Once the specified number of stacks is reached, Byakuya enters “Realm” mode, where only she remains on the field, gaining multiple self-enhancement effects and the ability to use three unique skills. After a fixed number of turns, Byakuya will exit Realm mode, dealing distributed damage to all enemies.
Byakuya’s combat rhythm is closely related to team coordination. Teammates need to provide buffs for her outside of Realm mode to help her accumulate Destruction stacks and trigger her ultimate. Once in Realm mode, all buff effects will not disappear due to the passage of turns, allowing Byakuya to deal higher burst damage during her fixed action period.
In addition to Byakuya, the first-half banner includes:
Character Banner: Byakuya (5★ new), Tia (5★), Hanabi (5★), Xingqi (5★)
Memory Banner: Dawn Burns Like This (5★ new), If Time Were a Flower (5★), Flight Back to Earth (5★), Game Dust (5★)
4★ Banners: Tingyun March 7th Yukong, The Story’s Next Page, Planetary Rendezvous, Under the Blue Sky
Fate/Stay Night Collaboration Banner
This Fate/stay night collaboration banner is one of the major highlights of this version, introducing two new characters: Saber and Archer. The collaboration banner is expected to begin on July 11, 2025, with the exact end date to be determined. Note that this collaboration banner does not have a fixed end date or a 4-star character rate-up.
The collaboration banner includes:
Character Banner: Saber (5★ new), Archer (5★ new)
Memory Banner: No Return Coronation (5★ new), Ideal Burning Hell (5★ new)
Second-Half Banner
The second-half banner will feature the return of characters Hotaru, Kagari, and Jin. Details will be announced soon.