The Queen in Genshin Impact: Release Date, Weapon, and Leaks About the Cryo Archon

The Queen is the Cryo Archon and ruler of Snowfall in Genshin Impact. According to leaks, she will be a playable archer, and her banner will appear in Update 7.3. In this article, we’ve compiled information about the expected release date and what is known about the character. 

Until the official announcement, information from leaks is subject to change.

Insiders expect the Queen to arrive in Patch 7.3. The estimated release date is December 16, 2026, assuming the developers maintain their six-week release cycle. It has not yet been confirmed in which half of the update her banner will appear.

The Queen is associated with the Cryo element, and leaks indicate that her weapon is a bow.

There is no confirmed full description of the Queen’s abilities yet. Leaks discuss her connection to the Stellar Superconductor, shields, and team buffs, but this information is preliminary. Based on this, it’s not yet possible to confidently determine her rotation or role within a squad.

It’s too early to determine the best build for the Queen. Without a precise description of her abilities, it’s unclear which stats will determine her damage and buffs. Insiders suggest she’ll work well with Danika and Mitya, but this can’t be confirmed or denied yet.

Therefore, we’ll compile a list of weapons, artifacts, and commands once detailed information about her skills becomes available—bookmark this article so you don’t miss it.