Genshin Impact is poised to make its debut on Xbox, marking a significant milestone for the popular game that has previously been available on mobile, PC, and PlayStation 5. After a wait of three years since its initial release in 2021, Genshin Impact is set to launch on Xbox Series X|S on November 20, 2024, as officially announced in August 2024.
HoYoVerse recently engaged in discussions with Windows Central, shedding light on the collaboration with Xbox. Excitingly, Genshin Impact will offer exclusive in-game bundles on its launch day for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members. Additionally, subscribers can anticipate more bundles in future version updates. Although Genshin Impact will not be compatible with Xbox One, players can access the game via Xbox Cloud Gaming. However, an active Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription is necessary to enjoy Genshin Impact through Xbox Cloud Gaming.
While many online games typically require Xbox Game Pass Core (Xbox Live Gold) for multiplayer features, Genshin Impact deviates from this requirement. The game’s free-to-play nature eliminates the need for additional subscriptions to access social aspects within the game. This decision was clarified by a HoYoVerse representative following a misquotation on the Xbox website regarding multiplayer gameplay prerequisites for Genshin Impact.
Explore the exciting world of Genshin Impact on Xbox by watching this official trailer:
The specifics of the bundles awaiting players on Genshin Impact’s Xbox version, especially for those utilizing Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, are yet to be fully disclosed. These bundles could encompass various rewards such as Banner Pulls, Primogems, or other consumables, with HoYoVerse keeping the details under wraps for now.
Despite developing several gacha games, HoYoVerse’s flagship title, Genshin Impact, stands out as a fan-favorite. While recent releases like Honkai: Star Rail and Zenless Zone Zero offer diverse gameplay experiences, Genshin Impact maintains its popularity with constant updates introducing new areas, storylines, and characters for players to engage with.
As Genshin Impact transitions to Xbox Series X|S, fans eagerly anticipate if other HoYoVerse games will follow suit. The decision to expand to new platforms will likely hinge on the performance metrics of Genshin Impact on Xbox, which the developers will evaluate before making further announcements.
Stay tuned for updates on how the HoYoVerse games evolve post Genshin Impact’s arrival on Xbox Series X|S. The developers are likely to share insights based on the game’s performance on the new platform in the near future.
