Genshin Impact
In short: Genshin Impact is an RPG game released in 2020 by miHoYo/HoYoverse, available on PC, PlayStation, Mobile and Nintendo. Our score: 8.5/10 (highly recommended).
Free-to-play open world RPG with unique elemental system and stunning world
Genshin Impact changed the gaming industry as a free-to-play game offering AAA quality. The open world of Teyvat is massive and diverse - green meadows, deserts, snowy forests and more. The elemental system allows reaction combos between characters that create stunning combos. Over 80 playable characters, each with unique skills and personality. Regular updates add new content, regions, and characters. The music is perfect, anime-style graphics are charming, and the world invites endless exploration.
Game details
- Developer: miHoYo/HoYoverse
- Publisher: HoYoverse
- Release year: 2020
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Mobile, Nintendo
- Category: RPG
Our review
Genshin Impact changed free-to-play gaming. The open world is stunning, elemental system is creative, and regular content keeps things fresh. But the gacha system can be frustrating and expensive.
Pros
- Stunning massive open world
- Creative elemental system
- Regular updates with new content
- Perfect orchestral soundtrack
- Free to play
Cons
- Expensive gacha system
- Resin burnout
- Repetitive daily quests
- Requires internet connection
FAQ
- Is it really free?
- Yes, 100% free to play. You can complete all content for free. Gacha is for new characters and weapons, but not required - free characters are sufficient.
- Which platform is best?
- PC offers the best graphics and performance. PS5 excellent experience with DualSense. Mobile convenient for daily content but graphically limited. Cross-Save between all platforms.
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Last updated: 01/04/2026