Genshin Impact Luna VIII Pre-Install & Maintenance Guide

The next major update for Genshin Impact is nearly here. Version Luna VIII: Song of the Welkin Moon: Scherzo — "Sunny Summer Fontinalia" will arrive on 2026-07-01, bringing a fresh wave of content to Teyvat. HoYoverse has released the pre-installation option and detailed the upcoming maintenance schedule, along with compensation for downtime.

If you're looking for the full picture on new characters and quality-of-life changes in this patch, our dedicated guide covers everything. For now, let's focus on the practical steps to prepare for update day. Bookmark our Genshin Impact news hub to stay on top of all version announcements.

At a Glance

• Maintenance: Begins 2026-07-01 at 06:00 (UTC+8), estimated duration 5 hours
• Compensation: 300 Primogems (60 per hour of downtime)
• Pre-installation: Available now; PC requires ~7 GB, mobile ~2 GB
• Claim deadline: Compensation mail expires 30 days after distribution; must claim before end of Version Luna VIII

Maintenance Details

Server maintenance will start on 2026-07-01 at 06:00 UTC+8. Travelers with an Adventure Rank of 5 or higher at that time are eligible for the compensation of 300 Primogems, which will be distributed via in-game mail within five hours after maintenance ends. The mail will remain available for 30 days after distribution, so be sure to log in and claim it before the expiry date.

Pre-installation is already live, allowing Travelers to download a portion of the update resources in advance. The required storage space is approximately 7 GB on PC and 2 GB on mobile, though the actual size may vary depending on the number of voice-over packs installed.

What's Coming in Version Luna VIII

Full patch notes will be released shortly after maintenance begins on 2026-07-01 at 07:00 UTC+8. Early coverage suggests the version introduces new characters alongside significant quality-of-life improvements. For a complete breakdown of what's arriving in Luna VIII, check out our in-depth preview:

• Version Luna VIII: New Characters & QoL in Genshin Impact

Additionally, if you missed the previous major update, our coverage of Genshin Impact Luna IV Patch: Columbina, Nod-Krai, and Huge provides context on the version naming and story direction.

Pre-Patch To-Dos

With the update arriving in just a few days, here's what you should wrap up before maintenance:

• Spend your Resin – Use up any Fragile Resin or daily Resin to avoid overflow durin the maintenance window.
• Complete weekly bosses – Make sure you've fought all three weekly bosses before the reset.
• Finish Battle Pass tasks – If you're close to a reward tier, claim it before the BP period ends.
• Save materials – If you plan to pull for new characters, pre-farm ascension and talent materials based on leaks (use with caution).

Day-1 Priorities

Once the servers are back up, prioritize these steps:

1. Update the game – Use the pre-installed files to speed up the final patch.
2. Claim compensation – Check your in-game mail for the 300 Primogems.
3. Check banners – The new character and weapon banners will likely be available immediately.
4. Explore the new area – Version Luna VIII introduces "Sunny Summer Fontinalia," a seasonal event zone with limited-time rewards.

Final Thoughts

Version Luna VIII is shaping up to be one of the most content-rich updates in recent memory. With pre-load already available, there's no reason to wait until the last minute. Plan your maintenance break accordingly, and get ready to dive into the summer festivities.