“Genshin Impact” is a popular open-world action role-playing game (RPG) developed by miHoYo, a Chinese game development studio. Released in September 2020, the game quickly captured the attention of players worldwide with its expansive, visually stunning world and engaging gameplay. Set in the fantasy world of Teyvat, which is divided into several distinct nations, each inspired by different cultures and mythologies, players take on the role of the Traveler. The Traveler is on a quest to find their lost sibling and becomes embroiled in the complex political and magical conflicts of Teyvat.
The game is known for its gacha system, where players can obtain new characters and weapons through a lottery-style draw. “Genshin Impact” features a party system, allowing players to build a team of four characters from a large roster, each with unique abilities and elemental powers. Combat relies on combining these elemental abilities to produce powerful reactions and overcome enemies and puzzles throughout the game. Free-to-play and available on multiple platforms including PC, PlayStation, and mobile devices, “Genshin Impact” supports cross-platform play, enhancing its accessibility and popularity.
The game continues to expand with regular updates that introduce new characters, quests, and regions, keeping the community engaged and the gameplay fresh.
