Genshin Impact, the wildly popular open-world action RPG developed by Chinese studio miHoYo, is officially headed to Nintendo Switch.
Originally disclosed as in development for PlayStation 4, PC, iOS, and Android platforms, the Switch version was publicly confirmed by miHoYo, marking a significant expansion of the game's platform presence.
While the initial release was set for Spring 2020 on previously announced platforms, the Nintendo Switch version's launch is now listed as 'To Be Announced.' A newly released overview and trailer accompanied miHoYo’s announcement of the Nintendo Switch edition.
This move signals miHoYo’s intention to bring their immersive RPG experience to a broader audience, tapping into the massive global install base of the Nintendo Switch and its robust digital storefront, the Nintendo eShop. Genshin Impact is set in the vibrant fantasy world of Teyvat, blending open-world exploration with dynamic elemental combat and an engaging narrative.
Players assume the role of 'The Traveler,' embarking on a quest to locate a missing sibling while unraveling the mysteries of Teyvat alongside a talkative companion named Paimon.
The title is particularly noted for its diverse environments, culturally rich cities, and challenging dungeons, all of which are explored using a party-based system that enables mastery over the world’s seven elemental powers. In a statement reflecting on the Switch announcement, miHoYo emphasized the game's core features: a vast, freely explorable world, a cast of unique playable characters, and an intricate element-based combat system.
Players can customize parties of up to four characters to tackle formidable foes and intricate puzzles, uncovering the lore of Teyvat throughout their journey. Genshin Impact first launched on PlayStation 4, PC, iOS, and Android, quickly achieving global acclaim and notable commercial success.
Within its first six months, the game amassed over $1 billion in mobile revenue alone, according to market analytics firm Sensor Tower, and regularly tops digital sales charts across platforms.
The impending release on Nintendo Switch is poised to further solidify its presence in the console market. Specific details regarding release regions and a definitive launch window for Genshin Impact on Nintendo Switch will be announced in a future update from miHoYo.
Fans can look forward to all major features of the game being available on the Switch, ensuring parity with other platforms. For ongoing updates about Genshin Impact’s Switch release date, features, and availability, stay tuned to official Nintendo Direct presentations and the eShop news feed.
Originally disclosed as in development for PlayStation 4, PC, iOS, and Android platforms, the Switch version was publicly confirmed by miHoYo, marking a significant expansion of the game's platform presence.
While the initial release was set for Spring 2020 on previously announced platforms, the Nintendo Switch version's launch is now listed as 'To Be Announced.' A newly released overview and trailer accompanied miHoYo’s announcement of the Nintendo Switch edition.
This move signals miHoYo’s intention to bring their immersive RPG experience to a broader audience, tapping into the massive global install base of the Nintendo Switch and its robust digital storefront, the Nintendo eShop. Genshin Impact is set in the vibrant fantasy world of Teyvat, blending open-world exploration with dynamic elemental combat and an engaging narrative.
Players assume the role of 'The Traveler,' embarking on a quest to locate a missing sibling while unraveling the mysteries of Teyvat alongside a talkative companion named Paimon.
The title is particularly noted for its diverse environments, culturally rich cities, and challenging dungeons, all of which are explored using a party-based system that enables mastery over the world’s seven elemental powers. In a statement reflecting on the Switch announcement, miHoYo emphasized the game's core features: a vast, freely explorable world, a cast of unique playable characters, and an intricate element-based combat system.
Players can customize parties of up to four characters to tackle formidable foes and intricate puzzles, uncovering the lore of Teyvat throughout their journey. Genshin Impact first launched on PlayStation 4, PC, iOS, and Android, quickly achieving global acclaim and notable commercial success.
Within its first six months, the game amassed over $1 billion in mobile revenue alone, according to market analytics firm Sensor Tower, and regularly tops digital sales charts across platforms.
The impending release on Nintendo Switch is poised to further solidify its presence in the console market. Specific details regarding release regions and a definitive launch window for Genshin Impact on Nintendo Switch will be announced in a future update from miHoYo.
Fans can look forward to all major features of the game being available on the Switch, ensuring parity with other platforms. For ongoing updates about Genshin Impact’s Switch release date, features, and availability, stay tuned to official Nintendo Direct presentations and the eShop news feed.
