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Genshin Impact is an open world action game set in the fantasy world called “Teyvat”, offering players a freely explorable world, multiple playable characters, an in-depth elemental combo-based combat system and an engaging story. Developed and published by miHoYo, the title is scheduled to come to PlayStation plaftform in 2020.

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  • Gaming Bolt

    Pramath · May 05, 2021

    8.0
    Genshin Impact remains an unbelievable proposition as a free to play title, and the PS5 version of it remains the best way to check it out on consoles for now, in spite of several missed opportunities for obvious and meaningful upgrades.
  • Noisy Pixel

    Angelus Victor · Mar 31, 2021

    7.5
    Genshin Impact Version 1.4 introduces new ways to interact with the game and spend time in this world. However, for the most part, there is very little to do here that feels like you are progressing a real narrative since your spending your time in mini-games or focusing on hangout events.
  • RPGFan

    Audra Bowling · Nov 18, 2020

    8.1
    Overall, I greatly enjoyed my time with it, and I plan to continue playing once future updates are implemented. The fact that it can be played for free is also quite impressive given just how much time you can invest in the game, especially with people perhaps staying at home more and being on a budget. All in all, Genshin Impact is a surprisingly solid action RPG adventure!
  • GamingonPhone

    Staff Team · Nov 17, 2020

    7.5
    While Genshin Impact is not a perfect game yet, it’s still free-to-play and can offer hours of fun.
  • 148Apps

    Campbell Bird · Oct 26, 2020

    9.0
    Genshin Impact is easily the most impressive free-to-play game on mobile. It offers such a rich world that rivals those of ambitious console and PC games while pacing its content such that mini play sessions using touch controls feel satisfying and worthwhile. There's nothing about Genshin Impact's business model that is new or praiseworthy, but it thankfully doesn't get in the way of enjoying what is otherwise a legitimately amazing open-world adventure.
  • MMORPG

    Jonathan White · Oct 20, 2020

    9.0
    The gameplay is smooth and simplistic, and it works great on all platforms - though I’m still not sure why the PlayStation version can’t be linked to a Mihoyo account so I could play on my phone when I’m not at home (PS Vita version please??) but it’s a small gripe to an otherwise terrific game. If the loading times were a bit better, I’d recommend the PlayStation version a little more, but for now, mobile/PC are the optimal platforms.

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  • Jezreel Ian Manuel

    Nov 22, 2023 · PC

    7.5

    Genshin Impact

    **Graphics and Performance:** While Genshin Impact is visually appealing on both PC (ultrawide) and PS5, it's worth noting the potential downsides. On PC, the ultrawide support, although immersive, may lead to UI scaling issues or peripheral visual distortion. On PS5, despite the enhanced graphics, load times and occasional frame rate drops can momentarily disrupt the gaming experience. **Gameplay Experience:** Genshin Impact offers an expansive open-world, but this can sometimes feel overwhelming, with the abundance of quests feeling more like a grind than genuine exploration. The combat, while fluid, might seem repetitive over time, especially for players familiar with other action RPGs. The gacha system, central to character acquisition, could be perceived as a monetization strategy that impacts gameplay balance. **Cross-Platform Play:** The cross-platform functionality between PC and PS5 is a highlight, yet it comes with limitations. The disparity in controls and interface between the two platforms can affect the gameplay experience, potentially making it less intuitive for players who switch between them. Additionally, the game’s performance varies across platforms, which might not provide a consistent experience for all players. **Overall Impression:** Genshin Impact, with its stunning visuals and expansive world, undoubtedly offers an engaging experience. However, aspects like potential performance issues, the repetitive nature of gameplay, and the implications of its monetization strategy might detract from its appeal for some players.

  • Pia

    May 9, 2023 · iOS

    8.5

    Genshin Impact

    I'm really not a big fan of anime so I didn't expect I would love playing this game as much as I did. It wasn't the characters and the storyline for me; it was the world. Especially when you're just starting, there's a lot of enemies to kill and chests and treasures that were just so fun to collect. And that was BEFORE I learned about all gems and shards I actually needed. Maybe it also helped that I got a 5 star character on my second roll. lol. I played this on the 5th gen iPad Air. The performance is surprisingly good. Although, it does lag a bit sometimes when it's loading a world for the first time. Sadly, I haven't gotten a five star character since. Oh well. At least I got some pretty good four star characters. And the exploring the world, killing slimes, and facing Archon bosses haven't gotten old yet.

  • dr0p shadow

    Apr 17, 2023 · PS5

    8.0

    gacha!

    genshin on the PS5 is smooooth! like how ur primogems went 0 fast smooth! lmao

  • Niim08

    Jan 31, 2023 · iOS

    8.5

    Fantasy multi-cultural Open-World.

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    Yes, I played the mobile version, but on an iPhone SE 3rd generation, and, it's a blast. Graphically, the Chinese studio made a blast. Compared to other mobile games, it's way better. The designs are great and look like JRPG, and the aesthetic is nice. Now, let's talk about gameplay. It's not new, but efficient. There are tons of dungeons, temples, and you can encounter a lot of mobs in the nature. Zelda BotW fans will recognize a bunch of stuff. The gacha side of the game is what it makes it addictive. You need and want to connect yourself everyday so you can get Primo-Gems, buy wishes with 'em, and hope to get your fav character. The game is easily enjoyable, easy to understand, easy to handle. It was made to be fun and easy to play. In-game transactions make te game go faster : you will be able to buy more wishes, and get your characters way more easily. The multiplayer mode is not bad, but we've seen better, there are tons of quests, bosses, ennemies, I think you'll need a lot of time if you really want to complete it. That's all for the review, I hope it helped people figuring out yes or no they should download the game, I'm giving a green light :)

  • Ram

    Jul 15, 2022 · PC

    7.0

    Genshin Impact

    Endgame is just a grind, but the story's great and I love the characters and exposition

  • Arv L

    Jun 13, 2022 · Android

    8.2

    Unique mobile impact

    As a game that is inspired by my favorite Breath of the Wild, and its capability to run in both mobile and laptops engaged me to the journey, it was an okay game at launch. The inpirations were obvious such as climbing, the open world, and the over all feel of the game. However at the start the game may showcase some promise with exemplary graphics which is taking advantage of the game being online, but some aspect of the game tend to appear to be too simple or with less originality and technical restrictions such as phone specs or storage, and I stopped playing the game. The popularity of Genshin kept on rising. Having an new phone enabled me to pick the game again with more content, more characters and a more expansive space. The characters are fun to play, foraging is smooth, story is intreresting and traversing the land is more enjoyable due to the unique skills of new characters. There are a lot of things that I like and dislike about the game. and it is challenging to nararate them, so I shall list them down instead: Pros (+) * Diverse gameplay based on characters equipped * Good equipment and level up system * Smooth coop * Story rich world and characters * Great visuals * Engaging daily activities * Active Community * Easy controls * Cross saves Cons (-) * Too much dialogue * Unskippable dialogue and acts * Paimon talks too much * Paimon's high pitched voice * Large updates form time to time * 5 star rarity and how crucial it makes adventuring easier * Unbalanced level difference for solo players (hard to farm materials) Overall it is a decent rpg specially for android, it has a huge user base and continous support from bith gamers and developers. You really need to invest some time to fully enjoy the game or spend some money to enjoiy it faster. It's a game worth a try for anyone who has it in mind.

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