Summary
A reliable source in theGenshin Impactcommunity finally pinpoints the location of Snezhnaya, the long-awaited realm of the Tsaritsa. WhileGenshin Impactstarted off with just Mondstadt and Liyue, it has since grown to encompass the majority of Teyvat’s assumed landmass. Inazuma took the Traveler to the easternmost point of the continent, while Natlan fleshed out the western edges of Teyvat.
Though the main appeal ofGenshin Impactcontinues to be its colorful cast of characters, one cannot deny that HoYoverse built an impressive open world throughout the years. Snezhnaya was always intended to be the last region added to the world map, but players still know very little about the Cryo Nation, despite years of build-up. It is the home of the Fatui, one of the primary antagonists inGenshin Impact’s overarching story, and is seemingly located north of Fontaine.
Thanks to Uncle Teyvat, arguably the most reliable leaker when it comes to map leaks,Genshin Impactplayers finally have an answer to where Snezhnaya lies. To the surprise of many, the information provided by Uncle Teyvat reveals thatSnezhnaya inGenshin Impactdirectly borders Natlan, and extends across the northwestern corner of the map towards Mont Esus in Fontaine. Amusingly, this perfectly lines up with one of the oldest leaks fromGenshin Impact– the placeholder map from the game’s closed beta testing.
Where is Snezhnaya Located in Genshin Impact?
The latest satellite image of Teyvat includes an unfinished landmass across the northern sea of Natlan that directly borders Mont Esus in Fontaine. Considering the information provided by Uncle Teyvat, one can safely assume the landmass is meant to be a placeholder for Snezhnaya itself. While the shape isn’t set in stone (as seen with previous regions), it does give a strong idea of what players can expect Snezhnaya to look like. Given its proximity toFontaine inGenshin Impact, it’s possible that players will enter Snezhnaya via the Hydro Nation. However, this is notably still a subject of speculation.
The known information pinpoints Snezhnaya as being in the northwestern corner of Teyvat, bordering Natlan to the south, and Fontaine to the east. Thanks to Liben’s event in Version 5.1,Genshin Impactplayers also know that Nod-Krai is a city in Snezhnaya located near its southern borders and could potentially be where the Traveler’s adventure in the Cryo Nation kicks off. Snezhnaya is expected to open its doors in August 2025, which means that players still have ample time to enjoy the striking vistas of Natlan, asGenshin Impactand Version 5.3prepare a thrilling conclusion to the region’s main story.
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Step into Teyvat, a vast world teeming with life and flowing with elemental energy.You and your sibling arrived here from another world. Separated by an unknown god, stripped of your powers, and cast into a deep slumber, you now awake to a world very different from when you first arrived.Thus begins your journey across Teyvat to seek answers from The Seven — the gods of each element. Along the way, prepare to explore every inch of this wondrous world, join forces with a diverse range of characters, and unravel the countless mysteries that Teyvat holds…
