Genshin Impact·27 October 2026·4 min read

Genshin Impact 7.2: What’s New, Who to Pull, and How to Pay

Genshin Impact update 7.2 “Hour of Ruin” arrives on November 4 with the new Snezhnaya region, a new Archon Quest, and two playable Electro characters: Mitya and Valeriy. Here’s what you get for logging in, how long the banners last, and how to top up from abroad with a virtual card.

On November 4, 2026, Genshin Impact gets update 7.2, titled “Hour of Ruin.” HoYoverse is sending players to Snezhnaya — a region that had only been mentioned in lore before. Along with the new area come a new Archon Quest and two playable Electro characters: Mitya and Valeriy. For those used to topping up through foreign payment systems, this means one thing: it’s time to check how you’re paying.

What’s in update 7.2

The main draw is Snezhnaya. According to Notebookcheck.net, the game adds a full region, not just an event location. A new chapter of the Archon Quest launches alongside it, so story followers get a continuation. Gameplay in Snezhnaya will likely involve cold mechanics, but the source doesn’t provide exact details. What we do know: Mitya and Valeriy are both Electro and will be available in banners.

Banners and dates

The source doesn’t specify banner end dates. Typically, first-phase banners last around three weeks, but we can’t state that without an official announcement. If you plan to pull, keep an eye on official Genshin Impact channels. What’s certain: the update drops on November 4, and new characters should appear in wishes from that day.

Events and login rewards

The source mentions only the new region, quest, and two characters. There’s no information about specific events or daily login rewards. We won’t make things up: as soon as HoYoverse publishes the event schedule and promo codes, we’ll update this article. For now, expect the usual practice — logging in on release day often grants compensation for maintenance, and the first weeks usually bring an event with free pulls.

How to pay for Genshin Impact purchases from abroad

With a major update, many will want to top up to get Mitya or Valeriy. The problem is that Russian Visa and Mastercard don’t work in foreign app stores or on the HoYoverse website. A virtual card from a foreign issuer solves this. Our service, VirtCardPay, issues virtual Mastercards in USD and EUR — you can use them to pay in Google Play, the App Store, the official Genshin Impact top-up site, and third-party subscription stores.

Step-by-step guide

Issue a virtual Mastercard in your VirtCardPay account. Choose the currency — USD or EUR — depending on the currency your region is billed in.
Top up the card. For Genesis Crystals or Blessing of the Welkin Moon, $10–20 is usually enough, but keep a small buffer for conversion.
Link the card in your payment profile. In the game or app store, select card payment and enter your virtual Mastercard details.
Make the purchase. If the payment fails, check that online payments are enabled and that you have enough funds to cover any conversion fee.

Important: Genshin Impact accepts payments through platforms (Google Play, App Store, Epic Games Store) or the official website. All require a card issued outside Russia. A virtual Mastercard from VirtCardPay works if the service supports payment in your region. Check current terms on the HoYoverse website.

What to do if the card is declined

The most common reasons for decline: insufficient funds, online payments disabled, incorrect address or country. Sometimes the app store requires the account country to match the card country. In that case, try changing your account region or using a card in the currency shown on the invoice. If the problem persists, contact VirtCardPay support — they can help check your card settings.

Tip: don’t buy crystals from resellers or shady websites. Official purchases protect your account from bans.

FAQ

Until when do Mitya and Valeriy banners run?

Exact end dates aren’t specified in the source. Watch official Genshin Impact announcements.

Can I pay for Genshin Impact with a Russian card?

Not directly — Russian bank cards aren’t accepted in foreign app stores or on the HoYoverse website. Use a virtual card from a foreign issuer, such as a Mastercard from VirtCardPay.

What events will take place in version 7.2?

The source mentions the new Snezhnaya region and the Archon Quest. Other events and login rewards will be announced separately.

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