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Genshin Impact

Genshin Impact is an online, open-world, action RPG from the creators of Honkai 3rd Impact. In the game, players assume the role of the Traveller, a powerful being separated from their sibling during an intense battle. Stricken with amnesia and lost in a new world, players will guide their hero with the help of their new companion, Paimon, through the world of Teyvat.

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Genshin Impact
RPG
Action
Adventure
Gacha
Open-World
Systems
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9.5/10
Top Critic Avg: 81/100 Critics Rec: 87%
Released
September 28, 2020
ESRB
T for Teen - Fantasy Violence, Alcohol Reference
Developer(s)
HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
Publisher(s)
HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
Engine
Unity
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer
Cross-Platform Play
Mobile, PC, PS4 & PS5, Xbox

ESRB
T for Teen - Fantasy Violence, Alcohol Reference

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Genshin Impact's Jean holds her sword in front of a with Varka and Alice.
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There's bad news for players waiting for Varka in Genshin Impact, as new leaks indicate he will only be released further in the future.

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Genshin Impact's male Traveler, Aether, extends his hand in front of a portal made by the Sustainer.
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Genshin Impact's Furina and Neuvillette pose next to each other.
I Regret Not Pulling For This Broken Genshin Impact Character After Nearly Two Years, & Now It May Be Too Late
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I skipped Furina’s banners, believing I already had characters that fulfilled her roles in Genshin Impact, and I deeply regret the decision I made.

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Genshin Impact's Skirk looks serious as rain pours behind her.
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New videos of Skirk in combat in Genshin Impact 5.7 have leaked, and I’m demotivated to pull for her after seeing the limitations of her attacks.

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Genshin Impact's Capitano poses in Nod-Krai.
Genshin Impact 5.8's Lack Of New Characters May Actually Be A Blessing In Disguise
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Despite the initial rumors about a new character in Genshin Impact 5.8, new leaks have mentioned no new character will be released, and that’s great.

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Genshin Impact's Skirk looks serious in the Spiral Abyss.
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Aside from using the proper characters for the buffs, the Genshin Impact 5.7 leaks indicate the Spiral Abyss will require a special strategy.

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Genshin Impact's Dahlia holds a tome and smirks.
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New Genshin Impact 5.7 leaks show Dahlia is getting a buff to his shields, but that may not be enough to save the character from his fated doom.

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Genshin Impact's Skirk raises her arm, surrounded by crystals.
Genshin Impact 5.7 Leaks: Rethink Pulling For Skirk's Signature Weapon
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New details about Skirk’s signature weapon in Genshin Impact 5.7 have been leaked, and while it’s amazing, you may want to rethink pulling for it.

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Genshin Impact's Sethos and Kaveh pose next to each other.
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There are rumors of a new free character giveaway event in Genshin Impact 5.7, but the speculated reward does seem like a downgrade from before.

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Genshin Impact's Skirk looks serious.
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Genshin Impact 5.8 may see the release of a new Hydro character, and rumors say that they may match Furina’s usefulness in Skirk team comps.

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Genshin Impact's Dainsleif looks serious as he raises his arm.
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A new animation for Dainsleif has leaked in Genshin Impact 5.7 beta tests, and after seeing it, I’m sure I know which element he will use in combat.

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Genshin Impact's Shenhe and Mavuika pose next to each other.
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According to the leaks, the character banners in Genshin Impact 5.7 have leaked, and it’s possible to speculate who appears in Phase 1 and Phase 2.

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Genshin Impact has partnered with beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury for the release of two limited-edition boxes, inspired by the one and only Mona.

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Genshin Impact's Keqing touches her hair.
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A list of new QoL updates from Genshin Impact 5.7 has leaked, which includes Artifact Presets, which could enable quick-swapping builds.

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Genshin Impact's Dahlia holds his chin.
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Pre-farming Dahlia’s materials in Genshin Impact can save you a lot of time upgrading the character once you obtain him from the banners.

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Genshin Impact's Skirk rests her hand on her hip.
Genshin Impact: Skirk Ascension & Talent Materials (Pre-Farm Guide)
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You can already start pre-farming Skirk’s Ascension and Talent materials in Genshin Impact to ensure you have everything ready once you obtain her.

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Genshin Impact's Dahlia holds his chin as he thinks.
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All of Dahlia’s abilities have leaked with the Genshin Impact 5.7 beta tests, and I’m convinced he’ll be the best sustain unit for Skirk.

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Genshin Impact's Ifa smiles gently.
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Using Ifa’s best build in Genshin Impact can unlock his full potential as a Swirl DPS focused on EM-based reactions that deal immense damage.

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Genshin Impact's Varesa is surprised eating a taco.
Genshin Impact Now Tells Players How Much Characters Might Cost, & It Could Be Almost $500
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Genshin Impact will now show you how much it costs to guarantee pulling a certain character, and the prices are exorbitant in some cases.

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Genshin Impact's Escoffier smiles while holding two ice instruments.
Genshin Impact: Best Escoffier Builds (Weapons, Artifacts, Team Comps, Stats)
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Escoffier may be somewhat limited to Freeze teams in Genshin Impact, but optimizing her build can see her performance significantly enhanced.

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