Character Customization Feature Tied to Massive User-Generated Content (UGC) Mode Surfacing for Genshin Impact Version 6.1

A flood of credible leaks concerning Genshin Impact Version 6.1 has revealed a feature long considered impossible by the community: Character Customization. This highly anticipated capability is reportedly tied to a massive new gameplay system, provisionally titled “Miliastra Wonderland” or “Luna II,” which introduces a comprehensive User-Generated Content (UGC) mode resembling a sandbox or “game creation” environment within the world of Teyvat. This move signifies a major pivot in the game’s long-term content strategy and offers unprecedented levels of player agency.

The Core Revelation: UGC Mode and Custom Avatar Creation

The leaks, which originate from beta tests and reliable dataminer sources, confirm that Version 6.1 will launch an open beta for a monumental UGC system. Central to this system is the ability for players to create and customize their own avatars—a feature distinct from the existing roster of unique, pre-designed playable characters.

Customization Depth Unveiled:

The leaked screenshots and testing footage showcase an extensive character creation interface that allows for deep personalization, including:

• Appearance Slots: Options for changing hairstyles, eyebrow shapes, eye contours, and pupil colors.
• Cosmetic Variety: A wide selection of clothing items categorized into Upper Garments, Lower Garments, Footwear, and numerous accessories (Headwear, Wristwear, Eyewear, etc.).
• Skin Tone Palette: Reports indicate a palette of up to 12 skin tones, a significant addition that addresses previous community concerns regarding character diversity.

Crucially, this custom character, often referred to as a “Manekin” in early leaks, is designed to be the player’s avatar within the UGC-created content. Furthermore, reports strongly suggest that these custom avatars will also be useable in the main Genshin Impact Overworld, allowing players to explore Teyvat with their uniquely designed character, a feature that drastically enhances player immersion.

Beyond Cosmetics: The Power of UGC and Content Creation

The character creation feature is merely one pillar of the leaked UGC mode. The true scope of this system, which builds upon the foundation of the existing Divine Ingenuity event, is much larger. The UGC mode is shaping up to be an embedded game development toolkit, allowing players to design and share their own content. This is a crucial area for monetization growth and player retention for HoYoverse.

Key UGC Mode Features:

• Custom Map and Terrain Design: Players can build their own realms using an editor called the “Thousand Stars sandbox,” with tools for terrain modification and cinematic camera setup.
• Gameplay Scripting and Logic: The mode appears to support custom rules, enemy placement, and possibly even limited “code” or Blueprint (BP) logic, suggesting the potential for players to create entirely new game experiences, from complex puzzle dungeons to combat scenarios.
• Social Lobbies: Players can create and host “Personal Lobbies” for up to three hours to invite friends and manage custom gameplay sessions.

This is seen by industry analysts as a high-risk, high-reward move. If successful, it could turn Genshin Impact into a platform game like Roblox or Fortnite, driven by a constant stream of free, player-created content. If the open beta in Version 6.1 proves stable and engaging, it will generate a massive wave of community-driven marketing.

Gacha and Monetization Implications: The Costume Economy

A notable aspect of the leak involves how the new customization items will be distributed. Unlike the current character skins/outfits which are sold for Genesis Crystals (premium currency), the customization system points toward a separate economy:

• Separate Wish Banners: Leaks mention “Male Character Outfit Wish” and “Female Character Outfit Wish” banners.
• New UGC Currency: Two new currencies are mentioned: “Geode” (Free Banner Currency, earned through playing UGC content) and “Arcane” (Paid Banner Currency, linked to Genesis Crystals).

This suggests that a portion of the cosmetic items will be attainable through playing the UGC content free-to-play (F2P), while other, potentially higher-rarity or more elaborate outfits will require investment in a new gacha system focused solely on cosmetics. This is a significant point of interest for the high-spending player base, creating a new avenue for high-conversion rate transactions.

The Version 6.1 Landscape

The sheer size of the UGC project means that Version 6.1 will be internally referred to as a major update, even though it will not feature a new major Teyvat region expansion. The update, expected to launch around October 22, 2025, will also introduce the highly anticipated new 5-star Dendro Catalyst character, Nefer, alongside powerful reruns like Furina, Arlecchino, and Zhongli. However, the long-term success of the patch will undoubtedly be measured by the reception and stability of the groundbreaking UGC and character customization feature.

Players are advised to monitor official channels for the inevitable announcements, but the depth of the current leak data suggests that character customization is no longer a distant dream, but a near-future reality for Teyvat enthusiasts.

(Source: Various reliable Genshin Impact beta leak communities and prominent dataminer reports, including footage circulated on Reddit and Bilibili. All information is pre-release and subject to official change.)