Genshin Impact 2.8 is the next major update in the game, so it's worth checking out what's in store for players via leaks.Everything shown in leaks is subject to change. However, a good amount of gameplay leaks tend to be right on the money when it comes to accuracy.The primary subjects of this article include:Version Update release dateShikanoin Heizou banner release dateShikanoin Heizou gameplayNew EventsNew DomainsThe 2.8 update is expected to launch on July 13, 2022. Genshin Impact 2.8 leaks: Shikanoin Heizou bannerLumie@lumie_lumie[2.8]Heizou First Banner*stc277861529[2.8]Heizou First Banner*stcThere are some conflicting leaks as to whether Heizou will accompany Kazuha or Klee on their banners. However, the most popular leaks claim that Heizou will appear on the first banner of Genshin Impact 2.8. miHoYo has stated that Genshin Impact 2.8 will launch on July 13, 2022, which is also Heizou's release date (assuming the above leak is true).The YouTube video above shows off all of Heizou's abilities. The character is a 4-star Anemo Catalyst user, and the video shows off the following moves:Idle animationNormal AttacksElemental Skill (Press)Charged AttackElemental BurstNormal AttacksElemental Skill (Hold)Event leaksThis Reddit leak showcases several of the forthcoming events that will be present in Genshin Impact 2.8. They are:Summertime Odyssey (The main event with a Crown of Insight)Evermotion Mechanic Painting (Includes a new furnishing)Reminiscent RegimenResonating Visions (Includes three tabs that presumably offer the rewards)Hidden StrifeHangout Event: Series VII (the 4-star characters aren't shown here)Domain leaksGguk✘⁷ Zhongli haver ~@CherryGgyukMona's domain still running for number one as my favorite domain2Mona's domain still running for number one as my favorite domain https://t.co/Zxqxuw0hR9Four major Domains are reportedly set to appear in the upcoming update. They all have unique designs not seen in previous Domains, so some Travelers might be curious to check them out. The above tweet showcases a video related to Mona's Domain. Her home interior is also expected to appear in this update. Both are connected to the Golden Apple Archipelago quests.matfacio ⚡ | Genshin Impact@Facio_LeaksRunning through Kazuha's domain [from amongusleaks]44586Running through Kazuha's domain [from amongusleaks] https://t.co/XbDFDPRnAVKazuha's Domain has the traditional Inazuma flair that some Travelers might love. Not too much has been revealed about the purpose of these Domains, except that Travelers will have the opportunity to visit them in Genshin Impact 2.8.matfacio ⚡ | Genshin Impact@Facio_LeaksExploring Xinyan's domain [from amongusleaks]54988Exploring Xinyan's domain [from amongusleaks] https://t.co/0M4X9CmjqDXinyan's Domain has a haunted atmosphere about it with some prickly trees. It has some Tsurumi Island and Chasm vibes to it, but it's just as mysterious as the previous Domain leaks.ikkiy@aebedokiyCANTIK BANGET DOMAIN FISCHL 🥺 twitter.com/Facio_Leaks/st…matfacio ⚡ | Genshin Impact@Facio_LeaksA walk around Fischl's domain [from amongusleaks] twitter.com/Facio_Leaks/st…720115A walk around Fischl's domain [from amongusleaks] twitter.com/Facio_Leaks/st… https://t.co/CdVNmA7iIYCANTIK BANGET DOMAIN FISCHL 🥺💜 twitter.com/Facio_Leaks/st…The final leaked Domain is Fischl's Domain. It's definitely reflective of her design and personality while being just as mysterious as the previously leaked Domains. The unique designs of each of these new Domains have made them popular with the online leaking community, with several players expressing hope that the Domains are replayable.Their exact release date is unknown, but it is worth reiterating that Genshin Impact 2.8 is scheduled to launch on July 13, 2022.Disclaimer: All external media in this article are the property of their respective owners, and Sportskeeda claims no ownership of the same.