Genshin Impact, the co-op RPG, is launching soon on PC, PS4, and mobile devices. We explain everything you need to know about the release.
What is Genshin Impact? This free-to-play action RPG allows you to embark on adventures with up to 3 friends in a colorful anime fantasy world. In addition to a storyline, the focus is on upgrading your hero and collecting loot. You can choose from 20 characters with different abilities, all of whom you level up.
Due to the graphics, the freedom of exploration, and the open world, the RPG has already been compared to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. However, you can expect more of a game that resembles an MMORPG due to daily quests and world bosses.
Everything you need to know about the launch of the co-op RPG
When is the release? The co-op RPG launches on September 28 at 4:00 AM on PC, PS4, as well as on iOS and Android devices.
The Nintendo Switch version does not yet have a release date.
Can you preload it? You can download the game in advance for PC and mobile.
- PC: The preload starts on September 26 at 4:00 AM via the official website.
- Mobile: The preload begins on September 27 at 8:00 AM. You can preregister on the Apple App Store website and via the Google Play Store.
For the PS4, you can preregister on the game’s website. There is also an adventurer’s package available for €10.99 in the PS Store. This includes:
- Hero’s Wisdom x15
- Mystical Enhancement Ore x20
- Precise Fate x2
- Mora x150,000
- Words x80
- Enhancement Ore x50
- Wing of the North x10
- Quick-fried Matsutake x10
- Sweet-marinated Chicken x10
- Land Egg Cake x10
You can find it here: Genshin Impact – Adventure Starter Pack in the PS Store for €10.99
What bonuses are available for preregistration? There are some items you will receive. Additionally, a pre-registration event will take place.
You will receive the Acquaint Fate item, which allows you to get new characters and weapons.
During the event, you can choose some items you would like – including wings for your hero.
In which languages will the RPG launch? You can play Genshin Impact at launch in German, English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai, Indonesian, and Vietnamese.
This is how you play cooperatively: Initially, you are playing alone in Genshin Impact. Once you reach level 16, you can connect with other players. Then you can hunt bosses and explore the world together as a party of four.
What about microtransactions? Genshin Impact is a free-to-play game. This means you can download it for free and play without paying. In the in-game shop, you can buy cosmetic items to customize your heroes.
There are also loot boxes through which you can get new characters and items.
Is there crossplay? Your progress is shared between PC and mobile platforms. However, for PS4, you will need to create a new, standalone account. Nevertheless, it is possible for PC and mobile players to play with PS4 owners.
Are you looking forward to Genshin Impact? What are your expectations for the co-op RPG? If you want to check out other online role-playing games, take a look at the MeinMMO list of the 15 best MMOs and MMORPGs.
