Genshin Impact Leak Could Deliver Disappointing News for English Dub Fans

Overview of the Genshin Impact Voice Line Situation

Recent leaks indicate that many characters in the upcoming Genshin Impact 5.3 update may not feature English voice lines, affecting fan favorites like Zhongli and Hu Tao.
The ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike is likely influencing this lack of English voice lines.
As players await the anticipated conclusion of the Natlan Archon Quest in 2025, concerns grow regarding potential voice line omissions.

In a recent Genshin Impact update leak, revelations suggest that the English-dubbed version of the 5.3 update may have multiple characters without voice lines. Previous updates have seen similar issues, primarily attributed to the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike, which is currently affecting many aspects of the gaming industry.

Genshin Impact offers players the flexibility of choosing from multiple languages, including Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, and English, enhancing the gameplay experience. However, earlier this month, many players noticed that key moments in the 5.1 Archon Quest omitted English voice lines, leading to disappointment—especially for those excited about the recent Sumeru event. Fortunately, Version 5.2 did not present such challenges, and fans were hopeful that the concluding chapter of the Natlan Archon Quest would also proceed without issue. Nevertheless, the latest leaks raise significant concerns regarding the quality of the upcoming 5.3 update.

Concerns Over English Voice Lines in Version 5.3

List of Unvoiced Characters in the Archon Quest and Lantern Rite

Kinich
Iansan
Zhongli
Hu Tao
Keqing
Hiring
Xingqiu
Chongyun
Timaeus
Yun Jin
Gaming
Yelan
Beidou
Ningguang
Xiao
Qiqi
Yanfei
Yaoyao
Xinyan

Confirmed Voiced Characters in Version 5.3

Xiangling
Lan Yan
Ying’er
Baizhu
Chief Mao
Ferrylady

The potential absence of English voice lines in Genshin Impact’s Version 5.3 appears to be closely linked to the SAG-AFTRA strike, where voice actors are advocating against the use of AI technologies in gaming. This strike is reportedly impacting other titles by HoYoverse, such as Honkai: Star Rail, which has led to trailers being announced solely in Japanese. However, it is crucial for players to approach these leaks with caution, as the true nature of the English-dubbed release can only be confirmed upon the official launch of Version 5.3.

Looking ahead, Genshin Impact kicks off 2025 with the highly anticipated conclusion of the Natlan Archon Quest. Fans are eager to see how the storyline unfolds for the Traveler and characters such as Mavuika, along with an expected dramatic role of the Fatui in the narrative. Enthusiasm remains high, and many players are still holding out hope that Capitano will eventually be incorporated into the Genshin Impact universe.

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