Genshin Impact 7.0 Maintenance: Schedule, Compensation & Pre-Install

Get ready for Genshin Impact 7.0! Maintenance starts Aug 12, 2026. Learn about compensation, pre-installation, and what to expect.

HoYoverse has announced the maintenance schedule for Genshin Impact Version 7.0: "Everwinter Without Mercy". The update goes live on 2026/08/12, and pre-installation is already available. Here's everything you need to know about downtime, compensation, and how to prepare.

For the latest Genshin Impact news, stay tuned to EarlyGG.

At a Glance

Maintenance: 2026/08/12 06:00 (UTC+8), estimated 5 hours
Compensation: Primogems ×300 (60 per hour of downtime)
Eligibility: Adventure Rank 5+ by maintenance start
Pre-install size: PC ~8 GB, Mobile ~3 GB

Maintenance Details

Update maintenance begins on 2026/08/12 at 06:00 (UTC+8) and is expected to last 5 hours. During this time, servers will be offline. As standard, HoYoverse will grant 300 Primogems as compensation, distributed via in-game mail within 5 hours after maintenance ends. The mail expires after 30 days, so claim it promptly.

Compensation is available to all Travelers who have reached Adventure Rank 5 or above by the start of maintenance. You must claim it before the end of Version 7.0.

Pre-Installation Guide

Pre-installation is now live, allowing you to download part of the update resources in advance. This reduces the time needed to start playing after maintenance.

PC: Approximately 8 GB
Mobile: Approximately 3 GB

Actual download size may vary depending on voice-over packs installed. The estimates assume a single voice-over pack.

To pre-install, open the game launcher (PC) or App Store/Google Play (mobile) and look for the pre-install option. This does not affect your current game version until the update goes live.

What to Do Before the Update

Use your Resin: Resin caps at 160, so spend it before maintenance to avoid waste.
Complete Daily Commissions: They reset at server time, so finish them before the shutdown.
Claim Battle Pass rewards: If your BP is about to expire, claim everything now.
Check your Serenitea Pot: Collect any realm currency and furnishings.
Review your inventory: Use any fragile Resin if needed, as it won't be lost but you can maximize efficiency.

For more tips, check our Genshin Impact guides.

Day 1 Priorities

After the update is live:

Claim compensation mail – 300 Primogems are waiting.
Update the game – If you pre-installed, the process will be faster.
Check new content – Version 7.0 brings new areas, quests, and events.
Adjust your teams – If balance changes are included, review your roster.

Conclusion

Version 7.0 is shaping up to be a major update. Pre-installing now saves time, and the compensation helps with your next pull. Bookmark EarlyGG for full patch notes and coverage once maintenance ends.