Genshin Impact 2.8 (also known as Summer Fantasia) is expected to launch on July 13, 2022. Past updates have all been available to play around 11.00 AM (UTC+8), with maintenance starting at 6.00 AM (UTC+8). Hence, Travelers can expect maintenance for Genshin Impact 2.8 to begin at 6.00 AM (UTC+8) on July 13, 2022, with the game being playable nearly five hours later.Every version update has a different name associated with it. For example, Version 2.7 was known as Hidden Dreams in the Depths. Curious Travelers should know that the upcoming update is known as Summer Fantasia, and a good amount of the update has been leaked thus far.Genshin Impact 2.8 release dateGenshin Impact@GenshinImpactV2.7 Update NoticeDear Travelers,V2.7 update maintenance is expected to start at 05/31 6AM (UTC+8) and is expected to be done within 5 hours. The duration of V2.7 is expected to be 6 weeks, and V2.8 is expected to be updated on 07/13.genshin.hoyoverse.com/en/news/detail…#GenshinImpact8027610490V2.7 Update NoticeDear Travelers,V2.7 update maintenance is expected to start at 05/31 6AM (UTC+8) and is expected to be done within 5 hours. The duration of V2.7 is expected to be 6 weeks, and V2.8 is expected to be updated on 07/13.genshin.hoyoverse.com/en/news/detail…#GenshinImpact https://t.co/2hmVhPddG5Before diving into the leaks, it's worth checking out what players officially know about Genshin Impact 2.8. Astute Travelers should remember that miHoYo's Version 2.7 Update Notice stated that:"...V2.8 is expected to be updated on 07/13."There haven't been any recent leaks or official updates suggesting that this release date has been altered since this tweet. Hence, gamers can expect to enjoy the new update on July 13, 2022.Countdown to Genshin Impact 2.8The above countdown should assist players in wondering when the Summer Fantasia update will come out. It's based on the previous tweet saying that Version 2.8 will come out on July 13, 2022, along with past precedent where updates are usually playable around 11.00 AM (UTC+8).Maintenance will occur five hours prior to this countdown's end time, so Travelers should remember that the game will be unplayable for roughly five hours. That's it for official announcements, so it's worth looking at some leaks now.Note: There are leaks posted down below. If you don't wish to be spoiled about the upcoming update, it's advised that you don't read the following section.Genshin Impact 2.8 leaksLumie@lumie_lumie[2.8]Klee and Kazuha first half w/ Lost Prayer + Freedom Sworn341444350[2.8]Klee and Kazuha first half w/ Lost Prayer + Freedom SwornLumie@lumie_lumie[2.8]Heizou First Banner*stc290711620[2.8]Heizou First Banner*stcThe first significant leak to discuss is related to the first character banner. Kazuha and Klee will have reruns, with Heizou being one of the featured 4-star characters on their banners. The remaining two featured 4-star characters are currently unknown. There were some conflicting leaks stating that Klee would be in the first banner, with Kazuha in the second banner and vice versa. Hence, it's useful to see a more credible leak state that they will appear on the same banner.Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds and Freedom Sworn are also expected to be on the Epitome Invocation that runs alongside the two reruns. The second phase banners haven't been confirmed yet, although some other leaks state that Yoimiya is due for a rerun.Lumie@lumie_lumieWhile we will hear from a new character in 2.8, we will not be physically meeting them.20274810While we will hear from a new character in 2.8, we will not be physically meeting them.Another important character will also appear in Genshin Impact 2.8, but it's not revealed who that character is yet. Players won't be physically meeting them, opening up a can of worms regarding the role of that mysterious character.Genshin Intel@Genshin_IntelReminiscent Regimen: 3-theme coop-only event in the archipelago map, 2 stages per theme.The themes are:1. Escort a floating platform2. Boat-racing3. Glide from the sky down to the seaEarn better rewards by 1) collecting coins, and 2) quickly clear mobs on floating platforms.5761479Reminiscent Regimen: 3-theme coop-only event in the archipelago map, 2 stages per theme.The themes are:1. Escort a floating platform2. Boat-racing3. Glide from the sky down to the seaEarn better rewards by 1) collecting coins, and 2) quickly clear mobs on floating platforms. https://t.co/SkmyQt4c0CThe above leak also highlights a new event coming in the upcoming update. It's supposedly a co-op-only event, so it won't be much fun for players who prefer to play solo. Still, it's a brand new event that uses some old features for three different themes.Travelers interested in seeing the whole Summer Fantasia artwork can look at the above Reddit post to see it in all its glory. It's expected to be the splashart used for Genshin Impact 2.8 when it's officially revealed.