New Abyss Mode, Map Expansion & More: What to Expect in Genshin Impact 5.7

Version 5.7 of Genshin Impact hasn’t even hit its beta phase, yet excitement is already at an all-time high. Thanks to a mix of credible leaks, datamining, and some pattern-based predictions, we have a surprisingly complete look at what’s likely coming. From the long-awaited debut of Skirk to a brand-new Abyss mode and possible map expansion, there’s plenty to discuss.

Let’s break down everything we know so far.

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Skirk: A Unique Cryo DPS Arrives

Skirk, a five-star Cryo sword user, has existed in Genshin lore for years—and in 5.7, she’s finally set to become playable. What sets her apart immediately is her mechanic: instead of using Energy for her Elemental Burst, Skirk consumes a special resource called Serpent’s Cunning. The more Serpent’s Cunning she builds up, the harder her Burst hits, offering a new twist to Genshin’s traditional DPS gameplay.

Skirk is tailored for single-target damage, and her kit rewards elemental synergy. When Hydro or Cryo teammates trigger effects like Freeze, Cryo Swirl, or Cryo Crystallize, Skirk can absorb the resulting Phantom Rifts to replenish her Serpent’s Cunning. This makes her potentially incredible in teams built around elemental reactions—especially Freeze-based ones.

And if that sounds tailor-made for a new kind of content… it is.

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A Brand-New Abyss Mode

Leaks have confirmed a new game mode separate from the traditional Spiral Abyss is on the way. This new challenge consists of six levels, each with three rooms. What makes it unique is its boss-only format: every fight is a two-minute, high-stakes, one-on-one duel against a world boss.

It’s the ideal showcase for Skirk’s single-target strengths.

In the first four levels, players can use the same team across all three rooms and even participate in co-op. However, floors five and six raise the stakes: co-op is disabled, and players can no longer reuse characters between rooms, requiring a full 12-character roster.

While the rewards for the first four levels include Primogems and a mysterious new elixir, the final rewards haven’t been revealed yet—possibly hinting at a special surprise.

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Dahlia: A Potential Game-Changing 4-Star

Also joining in version 5.7 is Dahlia, a new four-star Hydro sword user. His leaked kit includes attack speed buffs, a rare and potentially powerful effect in Genshin. While we don’t yet know the full scope of his support potential, characters like Ayato, Yoimiya, and Skirk could benefit significantly from faster attack strings.

If the numbers hold up, Dahlia could be one of the most valuable 4-star additions in recent memory.

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Map Expansion: The Final Region of Natlan?

There’s speculation that version 5.7 will bring a permanent map expansion—possibly the Mara Javari, the mysterious region teased since the start of Natlan. Why now? Well, version 5.8 is expected to deliver the limited-time summer event zone (a spiritual successor to the Golden Apple Archipelago), and tradition suggests HoYoverse prefers to finish off permanent content before such temporary events.

There are still Pyroculi to collect and Pyro sigils to seal, so a full final region rollout in 5.7 makes perfect sense given the pacing established in previous nations like Inazuma and Sumeru.

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Final Thoughts

Even before the beta kicks off, version 5.7 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting updates in recent memory. With Skirk’s long-awaited arrival, a new boss-focused Abyss mode, Dahlia’s potential as a top-tier support, and a likely expansion to Natlan’s map, players have plenty to look forward to.

By tomorrow, the drip marketing begins. And by midweek, expect full kit reveals, animations, and maybe even our first look at 5.7’s new area. Until then, stay tuned.

Are you excited for Skirk’s debut? Which feature are you looking forward to most? Let us know in the comments!

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