In Genshin Impact version 6.7 “Luna VIII,” the ability to leave Teyvat and explore outer space became available. To do so, you must complete the world quest “When We Look to the Moon” and reach the space station located above the Lunar Highlands. This guide provides a step-by-step route from the Moon to free space, a complete list of chests along the way, puzzle solutions, and character selection tips.
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Why go to space at all?
Update 6.7, released on July 1, 2026, opens access to the Lunar Region—one of the most unusual zones in the game’s history. Instead of the familiar natural landscapes of Teyvat, players will find futuristic platforms, dark structures, mysterious ruins, and views of Earth from the Moon. The atmosphere of the new location has been compared by many to science fiction, similar to Interstellar.
The space station exists above the Lunar Highlands. Access is only possible after completing the world quest chain related to Project Moongazer.
Step-by-step route to outer space
Step 1. Complete the quest “When We Look to the Moon.”
This is a mandatory requirement. The quest ends once you reach the Moon. Without it, the teleport to the station will not open.
Step 2. Teleport to the Space Life Capture Station
The teleport point is above the Lunar Highlands. Once there, head east through the closed door.
Along the way, be sure to collect:
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Lost Flower of Antiquity – grants the “A Walk with Sweet Flowers” achievement.
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A regular chest and a Lunoculus – don’t miss it.
Step 3. Reach the middle platform
Swim left over the Ancient Moon Pearl sphere to the Ancient Moon Pearl Power Station platform. Then move right and exit the station.
Step 4. Activate the Launcher
Go to the Ancient Moon Pearl Launcher and activate it to launch the Moon Pearl inside the space station.
Step 5. Return inside and activate the gravimeter
On your way back, grab the chest that appears, then interact with the gravimeter to activate it. Open the precious chest—it will appear immediately after activation.
There are three more chests waiting below the platform—go down and collect them.
Step 6. Go through the northern door
Return to the top, open the northern door, and proceed along the passage, avoiding the warning signs. Use the Shoarin Kuuhenki to quickly move—this will significantly speed up your progress.
Step 7. Stop at the Storm Blocking Fields
You’ll encounter Storm Blocking Fields along the way—they prevent your Archaeolum Storm Attrition (attrition) meter from filling.
Important: the last field will flicker and won’t fully restore lost attrition. To fix this, fire an Archaeolum Ripple at the nearby Pioneer Source Structure and destroy it.
Step 8. Reach the Moongazer
Use the same method—using the Archaeolum Ripple—to reach the Moongazer. Once you get there, activate the teleport point—now you can travel to outer space at any time.
All Chests Along the Way: A Complete Checklist
In the Moongazer, you can also interact with the glowing sphere inside to read a note.
Preparing for Space Expansion: Which Characters to Bring
Outer space in Genshin Impact isn’t just a stroll. The Archaeolum Storm exhaustion bar fills quickly, and certain characters provide a significant advantage.
Who’s worth picking:
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Shilonen – Her movement and evasive abilities work great in zero-gravity conditions. She’s especially useful for avoiding the searchlights on the far side of the Moon.
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Mavuika – If she’s already at your height, her mobility and damage will help you quickly deal with enemies without wasting time on protracted fights.
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Varesa – A character with a special sprint that saves time when moving between platforms.
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Any character with high mobility or the ability to dash is useful for flying through searchlights.
Tip: Avoid heavy characters with slow movement speed – in space, every second counts until the exhaustion meter fills.
Space Station Puzzles: How to Solve Recovery Cores
On your way to outer space, you’ll encounter several puzzles related to spatial manipulation.
The main mechanic is the use of Dex (a mysterious creature that helps manipulate reality). The Dex allows you to remove seals, open passages, and interact with otherwise inaccessible objects.
How to solve restoration cores:
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Approach the flickering Storm Blocking Field—it will prevent your attrition from fully regenerating.
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Use the Archaeolum Ripple to shoot the Pioneer Source Structure near the field.
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Destroy the structure—the field will stop flickering and begin functioning correctly.
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Regenerate your attrition and move on.
There are other puzzles in the Temple of Space, such as those involving mirrored paintings and stone platforms. Solving them usually yields a precious chest as a reward.
Video guide: How to reach outer space
If the text description seems too complicated, a visual video walkthrough will help you get the hang of it faster. The visual route is especially useful in sections that involve avoiding spotlights and flying between platforms.
Key points to watch in the video:
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The exact path from the teleporter to the locked door
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How to fly through the spotlight using Ancient Moon energy
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Where exactly are all the chests located under the platform
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What do the storm blocking fields look like and what to do with the flickering one
Timeline: What is known about the lunar update
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to complete all the “Moongazing” quests?
Yes, to access outer space, you must complete at least the world quest “When We Look at the Moon.”
Can I return to space after leaving it?
Yes, after activating the teleport point on the Moongazer, you can return at any time.
What is the Archaeolum Storm Attrition meter?
It’s a meter that fills while you’re in outer space. If the meter fills completely, your character will take damage. It regenerates at Storm Blocking Fields.
What rewards are given for exploring space?
Chests (common, ornate, and precious), Lunoculi, achievements, and Primogems. A note with additional lore can be found on the Moongazer.
Is Dex required to complete the mission?
Yes, without Dex, it’s impossible to solve some puzzles and open passages in the Temple of Dimension.
