Game Overview:
Genshin Impact is a free-to-play action RPG developed and published by miHoYo.
It is set in the fantasy open world setting of Teyvat.
miHoYo has announced that its acclaimed free-to-play action RPG will finally be coming to Xbox, four years on from its original release.
The update adds a new event, a new 5-star character in Chiori (complete with a Story Quest) and quality-of-life features.
The Special Program will showcase upcoming content for the title, with Chiori teased as a new playable character in the next banner.
Xianyun, the Cloud Retainer, is also coming as a new five-star character, while Gaming joins as the latest four-star Pyro user.
Spina di Rosula's president goes to extreme lengths to capture a thief. She's one of two new characters in Version 4.3, out on December 20th.
It also adds quality-of-life changes like a "one-click function" for collecting expedition rewards, Artifact Set Recommendations and more.
The Primordial Seawater threatens to overwhelm Fontaine and introduces a new powerful weekly boss, the All-Devouring Narwhal.
Two new 5-star characters, Neuvillette and Wriothesley, are available with new areas, Archon Quests and Adventure Encounters.
The livestream will detail new content and "developments" with Version 4.1 while providing redemption codes and "other goodies."
Lynel, Lynette and Fremiment join the roster. Players can also venture underwater for the first time and engage in combat.
miHoYo Games will offer "juicy details" about upcoming new content and developments surrounding the next region, Fontaine.
Kaeya and Klee are getting new outfits, while Layla is free to recruit. New Genius Invokation TCG content is also coming.
Going live next week, the Sumeru architect is a four-star Dendro user who fights with a Claymore. He's also in massive debt.
The Akademiya Extravaganza also kicks off with multiple mini-games and a new Hangout Quest starring Layla. A new weekly boss is also coming.
The five-star Claymore-wielding Pyro wielder is available tomorrow with the next update, Version 3.5 “Windblume’s Breath.”
The desert mercenary arrives on March 1st as part of Version 3.5, "Windblume's Breath." She wields a Claymore and Pyro Vision.
In the returning Windblume Festival, two new characters - Dehya and Mika - and several mini-games and quests are inbound.
The update adds two new Dendro characters, Alhaitham and YaoYao, the Desert of Hadramaveth as a new area, and new events.
Arriving with update Version 3.4, the 4-star Dendro user battles with a polearm and with the help of her companion, Yuegui.
Lisa's new outfit appears to be a callback to her Sumeru Akademiya days. Ayaka's outfit is seemingly based on Fontaine, the Hydro Archon's city.
Two new Dendro characters, Alhaitham and Yaoyao, are coming along with a new area, the Desert of Hadramaveth, and new events.
The new update for the free-to-play action RPG could go live later this month and add new characters like Yaoyao and Alhaitham.
The update adds Wanderer and Faruzan as playable characters, a new Archon Quest Interlude Chapter Act, and Genius Invokation TCG.
The genius professor of the Sumeru Akademiya is a 4-star Anemo character that will be available on December 7th alongside Wanderer.
The former Scaramouche becomes a playable character on December 7th. He's rated five stars and wields an Anemo Vision with a Catalyst.
Out on December 7th with Version 3.3, the digital CCG features characters as various cards with numerous NPCs to duel with.
Engage NPCs and other players, using Elemental Skills and Bursts to trigger Elemental Reactions with different Character Cards.
Scaramouche finally arrives as a playable character. Rated five stars, he wields a Catalyst and the Anemo Vision and can hover.
The new 4-star character possesses the Cryo Vision and uses a sword, and should be available next week in a new character banner.
The vessel for the Dendro Archon is now available to earn in-game via a new Event Wish Banner with increased drop rates.
Along with attacking from a distance, Nahida can target and link enemies together for added damage. She's available tomorrow with Version 3.2.
As the Dendro Archon's vessel, Nahida is at the center of the Sumeru Akademiya's plot in Version 3.2, which goes live on November 2nd.
A new boss fight against Scaramouche, the addition of Nahida and Layla, and the conclusion to Sumeru's main story are all incoming.
As the newest 5-star character, the Star of Zubayr Theater can enter different stances with her Elemental Burst and inflict Hydro damage.
The 5-star character will be available tomorrow as part of the "Twirling Lotus" Banner. She wields swords along with a Hydro Vision.
For the last two years, the free-to-play action RPG has been the top-revenue generating title that uses gacha mechanics.
Three new Domains, new Archon Quest Acts, World Quests, and three new playable characters are available in the latest update.
The Judicator of Secrets will be available tomorrow when Version 3.1 launches as part of the new Event Wish banner with Candace.
The 4-star Hydro character will be available in Event Wishes when the Version 3.1 update goes live on September 28th.
The Sumeru merchant is a 4-star Electro user and fights with Claymores. Along with firing Electro projectiles, she can summon Jinni for various benefits.
Regarded as a "resourceful merchant," the 4-star Electro user is plenty capable in a fight. Along with Claymores, she wields a magical lamp.
Living outside Sumeru City, the Avidya Forest Watcher cares for the woods and senses a "strange phenomenon" affecting them.
Three new characters - Tighnari, Collei and Dori - will be available in addition to new foes, bosses, quests, and mechanics.
People who value rationality and wisdom, a faction of mercenaries, evolved Shroom-Kin, and various NPCs await in the new region.
Imbibing a more distinct fantasy theme, Sumeru offers extensive rain forests while a desert and mysterious ruins are located to the west.
The Golden Apple Archipelago is now available along with a new 4-star Sword, the Summertime Odyssey Event and a new story quest.
The Tenryou Commission's detective is a 4-star Anemo user who relies on deductive reasoning and martial artists to get the job done.
Ahead of the new region's release, miHoYo has released new artwork and details for three new characters that will be debuting.
The nation where Dendro rules is coming in the near future. Meanwhile, the Fatui Harbingers also make plans to visit the region.
Part of the Tenryou Commission, Heizou is touted as the undisputed number one detective. Despite having a catalyst, he fights with his fists and feet.
New outfits for Diluc and Fischl and a new 4-star character Shikanoin Heizou are coming along with new events, areas and story quests.
The new 4-star Electro wielder sacrifices part of her HP to create AoE fields that damage nearby enemies and heal active characters.
The Deputy Leader of the Arataki Gang is a 4-star character who uses a sword and Electro abilities. Her banner goes live on June 21st.
The 5-star bow-wielding Hydro user has a repertoire of highly damaging attacks based on her maximum health. Her banner is currently live.
New weapons, two new characters in Yelan and Kuki Shinobu, a new Archon Quest, and a new event in The Chasm among other content await.
The 5-star Hydro wielder and bow user is one of two new characters coming in the Version 2.7. She's also part of the new Archon Quest.
The 5-star character is slated to arrive on May 31st with the Version 2.7 update. She wields a bow and uses Hydro attacks.
The update introduces two new characters, Yelan and Kuki Shinobu, along with a new Archon Quest, four star weapon and events.
miHoYo has sneakily dropped a Facebook update revealing Genshin Impact's next upcoming character.
Genshin Impact's Nintendo Switch version as barely even been mentioned since it was first announced, but miHoYo says it's still coming.
The free-to-play action RPG has averaged $1 billion in revenue every six months. China is its top revenue source with $973.3 million till date.
The delay is reportedly due to "project progress." A new date, along with compensation, will be conveyed "as soon as possible."
Ayaka reminisces on the past and the moment where she became known as the Shirasagi Himegimi ahead of the Irodori Festival.
Update 2.6 made the ability target the nearest enemy, completely nullifying Yae Miko's C2 passive, but miHoYo will be reverting the same.
The Head of the Kamisato Clan has arrived in today's new update. As a five star character, he uses Hydro skills and quick sword strikes.
The Head of the Kamisato Clan gets a chance to show off his skills against would-be assassins ahead of Version 2.6's release.
A new Archon Quest and the Magnificent Irodori Festival are also coming with the chance to earn 4-star character Xingqiu.
Titled "Zephyr of the Violet Garden", the new update may add Kamisato Ayato as a playable character along with other new features.
New weapons and a weekly boss challenge against “Magatsu Mitake Narukami no Mikoto” are also live with a new event starting tomorrow.
miHoYo has released a new teaser trailer for upcoming character Yae Miko, planned to come to Genshin Impact this month.
New story quests for Yae Miko and the Raiden Shogun along with Event Wishes for both characters and Sangonomiya Kokomi are also coming.
The new 4-star character was recently added in update 2.4. Her look and performances are very heavily tied to the art of Chinese Opera.
The leader of the Yun-Han Opera Troupe can deal Geo damage and increase party members' damage based on her defense.
A new area is available in the Inazuma region while newcomers Shenhe and Yun Jin can now be acquired via new character banners.
The adepti exorcist is a 5 star Cryo wielder who utilizes the spear. She goes live tomorrow along with Yun Jin as part of Update 2.4.
The 4 star Geo-wielder is available on January 5th along with Shenhe, the return of the Lantern Rite festival, and a brand new region.
miHoYo's online RPG will soon receive a meaty new update that will add new characters to play as, a new area to explore, and much more.
The leader of the Arasaki gang, Arasaki Itto will be coming as a playable character to Genshin Impact on December 14th.
Shenhe utilizes the Cryo Vision and is a pupil of the Cloud Retainer while Yun Jin is a Geo user who's director of the Yun-Han Opera Troupe.
Various events, from carrying out investigations to defeat a strange new enemy to the Labyrinth Warriors' tough fights, will also be available.
These figures make Genshin Impact the third-highest grossing video game on mobile platforms during the first year period following its launch.
The latest 5-star character to join the roster serves as a capable healer and damage dealer. Find out more about her abilities here.
The newest 5-star character is focused on healing but can deal exceptional damage as well. Her character banner goes live tomorrow.
Explore two new islands in the Inazuma region, along with two new Domains. Or simply sit back and fish to your heart's content.
The ruler of the Inazuma Shogunate will be available in the title's next character banner with the launch of update 2.1 tomorrow.
As bodyguard to the Raiden Shogun, Sara will be available in a new character banner with update 2.1, which goes live tomorrow.
Signora returns as a new boss in the Trounce Domain while new characters like Kujou Sara and Sangonomiya Kokomi join the fray.
The talented fireworks technician wields a bow and utilizes Pyro techniques to decimate foes. Her character banner goes live tomorrow.
Releasing October 13th for PS4 and PS5 players first, Aloy can throw a projectile that splits on impact or unleash a Cryo arrow with large AoE.
As part of a collaboration with Sony, the protagonist of the Horizon series will be available for PS4/PS5 players in October.
As one of several new characters, Ayaka relies on Iai techniques and bursts of Cryo damage. She can also traverse across water while dashing.
As one of the newest 5 star characters, Ayaka will be available tomorrow when update 2.0 goes live in a new character banner with Yanfei.
Part of the Yashiro Commission, Ayaka is as skilled in tea ceremonies and calligraphy as the katana. She'll launch with the Update 2.0 on July 21st.
Learn more about the Electro Archon and the opposing Shogun while exploring three of Inazuma's six islands in the upcoming update.
The next big update, rumored to be Inazuma, will likely be revealed. Additional upcoming characters could also be showcased.
The ronin from Inazuma reflects on the circumstances that saw him escape. As a 5-star Anemo wielder, Kazuha will be available on June 30th.
New World Quests, the ability to move in companions for the Serenitea Pot, a new foe and much more are also currently available.
Genshin Impact will be available on the Epic Game Store starting on June 9th. The game originally released in September of 2020.
Embark on a Midsummer Island Adventure with Klee and face new threats. Also, Kaedehara Kazuha from Inazuma joins the fray.
Allegedly, it's still currently targeting a late 2021 launch.
The Spindrift Knight is now available for all players.
The Claymore-wielding knight is also a pretty good dancer.
The 5-star Cryo user will be available on May 18th.
A barebones upgrade doesn't detract from all that Genshin Impact has going for it otherwise.
New character Yanfei's abilities and passives also detailed in a new video.
The 4-star Pyro user is one of two new characters incoming.
Qingyun Peak is also getting a makeover, exclusively on PS5.
Two new characters, player housing, and new foes also await.
DualSense support, faster loading times and improved textures also included.
The action title is raking in the big bucks.
New 4-star character Rosaria is "coming soon."
New mini-games, a new boss, and 4-star character Rosaria also in-bound.
It ranks third in terms of revenue generation since its launch.
The Wangsheng Funeral Parlor director is available today.
A new story quest and event are also being added in the next update.
The action game did not come cheap.
Take a stroll while enjoying the tunes of the new region.
The Anemo user joins the roster with the most recent update.
The last Yaksha debuts tomorrow with update 1.3.
A look at the region of Liyue.
"All That Glitters" arrives on February 3rd for all platforms.
No mention of Android as of yet.
MiHoYo details the various challenges faced when creating the snow-covered region.
One Fragile Resin will be doled out every 10 levels going forward.
Ganyu arrives on January 12th with a new character banner.
Her character banner goes live on January 12th.
New quests, mechanics, and a new event await players.
The update is currently available to pre-load on PC.
From the bones of giant beasts to the summit, the new region has its share of secrets.
The major update goes live on December 23rd for all players.
Restart Domains without leaving, auto-collect rewards and more quality of life features coming.
The action RPG is currently the third highest grossing title worldwide on mobile devices.
The Geo user can take and dish out a ton of damage.
The 4 star Pyro user was recently added with update 1.1.
MiHoYo's free to play action RPG continues to dominate digital gaming.
Update 1.1 is now live for all platforms.
Level up characters and their talents, build 4-star weapons and hone the best food buffs with these tips.
The action RPG will also support PS5 with faster load times and graphical improvements.
Here are the different locations for weapon materials.
China remains the title's biggest market with over $82 million in player spending.
What are the best swords, bows and catalysts among all the choices available? Find out here.
Mix and match different elemental abilities for maximum damage.
Capcom makes the biggest splash on the list.
The developer says plans will be announced as they take shape.
The third major region will arrive by December 23rd.
The free-to-play action RPG saw over 23 million downloads in the first week.
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The action RPG also reportedly grossed $50 million in revenue.
Genshin Impact borrows heavily from Breath of the Wild, but also adds its own ideas on top to deliver a surprisingly full-featured and engaging open world action-RPG.