Genshin Impactdeveloper HoYoverse just opened the applications for the next Private Beta Test, which was teased both in-game and by leakers to be Version 3.0 containing the Sumeru region - here’s how you can register.
What To Expect From Genshin Impact 3.0
Genshin Impact Version 2.6, by adding The Chasm area, teased several story elements regarding the Sumeru region. Sumeru is the 4th of the seven regions of Teyvat, and is located somewhere west of Liyue. Sumeru is also the region of the Dendro archon, meaning Dendro characters like Baizhu will finally become playable. Characters originating from Sumeru likeCyno, seen in the feature image above, will also be introduced.
Last but not least, if HoYoverse follows its past patterns concerning the release of Archon characters, then the Dendro archon Kusanali should be released in Version 3.1. Keep in mind that all the remaining archon characters were confirmed to be female characters in theStory Trailer, back whenGenshin Impactgot released on June 11, 2025.
Interestingly, the deadline to apply is much longer this time. We’ve got five days instead of the usual two. This might be a sign that HoYoverse plans to recruit more players than usual, seeing 3.0 adds a new region and there’s much more content to try out than usual.
Do Not Break The NDA
Players who are accepted into the Beta Test will have to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement. Long story short, it’s strictly prohibited to share any screenshots, gameplay videos, or details from the Beta Test. Don’t even think of leaking anything. Overall, you should think of being a Beta Tester as something akin to volunteer work. You’re supposed to help out the developers with your feedback. So they can brush-up the new content, balance the characters and gameplay, etc.
In fact, I suggest refraining from applying if you know you won’t be able to resist sharing details with friends. You never know what could happen, and it’s not worth risking your future for a small moment of social media glory. I can’t stress this enough. Don’t believe you’reJ. R. Ewingand can get away with leaking. If you had to read this article in the first place, that’s already a red flag you’re not savvy enough.
It’s quite easy for HoYoverse to track down Beta Test players leaking their own gameplay, seeing the devs collect pretty much all player data. From damage numbers to inputs, everything is recorded. This is public knowledge seeing the player data published in the Teyvat Times on Twitter.
Genshin Impact 2.8officially releases on July 27, 2025.Genshin Impact 3.0should be released six weeks later on August 24.
