Genshin Impact on PC: How to Download and Install It Free
Genshin Impact · for Windows, Android and iOS
Developer: HoYoverse (opens in a new tab)
- Windows
- Android
- iOS
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Genshin Impact is a free-to-play open-world action RPG from HoYoverse. On PC it runs on 64-bit Windows 10 and needs a 6th-generation Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen processor, 8 GB of RAM and a GTX 1050-class graphics card.
In Genshin Impact you play as a traveler searching for a lost sibling across Teyvat, a world divided into nations inspired by different cultures. You explore freely, climb and glide almost anywhere, and fight with a party of four characters you can swap between at any moment.
What makes it stand out?
- Elemental combat: Combining elements, such as water with electricity or fire with ice, triggers reactions that are the core of every fight.
- A large open world: Each region has its own story, puzzles and hidden chests.
- Regular updates: New areas, characters and events arrive with each version.
- Co-op: After reaching a certain Adventure Rank, up to four players can explore together.
Installing with HoYoPlay
- On the official Genshin Impact website, pick the Windows download; it gives you the HoYoPlay launcher rather than the game itself.
- Run the launcher and let it fetch the game files.
- Sign in with a free HoYoverse account and the prologue starts right away.
System requirements
According to HoYoverse support, the minimum for PC is 64-bit Windows 10, a 6th-generation Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen series processor, 8 GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or Intel Iris Xe graphics. The game is also available on Android and iPhone.
Where does money come in?
The game and its story are free. New characters and weapons are obtained mainly through a paid-or-earned “wish” system (gacha); spending is optional, but it is the fastest way to collect specific characters.
Pros
- Huge open world to explore for free
- Elemental reactions make combat varied
- Shared progress between PC and mobile
Cons
- Gacha system for characters and weapons
- Large and frequent updates
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Genshin Impact free to play?
Yes. You can download and play the whole story for free; spending on wishes is optional.
Can I continue my mobile progress on PC?
Yes. Signing in with the same HoYoverse account lets you play the same save on PC and mobile.
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