Genshin Impact

 PlayStation 4
User Score
4.6

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 1236 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 492 out of 1236
  2. Mixed: 114 out of 1236
  3. Negative: 630 out of 1236

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. PokeProX
    Oct 5, 2020
    9
    Mini-Review: It's a pretty great game. I really wouldn't say it's a Breath of the Wild clone, since I've played Breath of the Wild. It's really nice to play a game with a similar landscape and graphics as Breath of the Wild. It's far from excellent, but it has room to improve, I don't really mind about the whole "gacha" thing. Once you get used to the gameplay, you'll find that it's prettyMini-Review: It's a pretty great game. I really wouldn't say it's a Breath of the Wild clone, since I've played Breath of the Wild. It's really nice to play a game with a similar landscape and graphics as Breath of the Wild. It's far from excellent, but it has room to improve, I don't really mind about the whole "gacha" thing. Once you get used to the gameplay, you'll find that it's pretty solid and deep.

    I definitely recommend Genshin Impact for people who want a similar experience with Breath of the Wild or for people who want to play a great free-to-play anime game.
    P.S: Stop saying that this is a Breath of the Wild clone!    … Expand
  2. MatChrysostomo
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogão, recomendo pra todo fã de rpg, trilha sonora e histórias impecaveis… Expand
  3. Dacendaran
    Oct 4, 2020
    8
    The game is good and well made specially considering it is also on mobile with the same graphics. The game can be a little bit of a grind at times but I completely disagree with the negative reviews that say it loses it's fun. I have been playing non stop all week and it's been a blast every moment. Alot of the negative reviews cite pay to win, some of them just use racism to bash theThe game is good and well made specially considering it is also on mobile with the same graphics. The game can be a little bit of a grind at times but I completely disagree with the negative reviews that say it loses it's fun. I have been playing non stop all week and it's been a blast every moment. Alot of the negative reviews cite pay to win, some of them just use racism to bash the game. But Honestly the game gives you a lot of the "premium" currency through game-play and while the drop rates could definitely be better they also could be much much worse. So it's not really "pay to win" it's more like "pay for expedited progress." The game does take a lot of inspiration from Breath of the Wild that is obvious with it's world exploration but it also adds on to that with multiplayer and no terrible durability system that renders weapons useless after a single battle so there is that.… Expand
  4. Torreyes
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beautiful game!! Very nice and relaxing. I've read some negative ratings full of hate, racist and ignorant from people who damage thiis website purpose... I recommend this game to everyone, it's free and you really don't need to put any money in the game if not for supporting the game itself because nobody likes to work for free right? Well it's the only reason to invest money here, to support a well done game.… Expand
  5. Rventus
    Oct 4, 2020
    4
    As a mihoyo Fans, this is the highest score I can give.

    ++Beautiful Scene(But not so clear on ps4 pro) +++Breathtaking OST ++Interesting Combat ++free to play +Dont you guys have phone? +A lot of Waifus. - -Poor Optimization,30 frames on ps4 -Poor Rewards on exploration -Mediocre story(but still got some) -It’s a MiHoYo Games, on the long turn it’s always gonna be boring. - - -Gatcha +    As a mihoyo Fans, this is the highest score I can give.

    ++Beautiful Scene(But not so clear on ps4 pro)
    +++Breathtaking OST
    ++Interesting Combat
    ++free to play
    +Dont you guys have phone?
    +A lot of Waifus.

    - -Poor Optimization,30 frames on ps4
    -Poor Rewards on exploration
    -Mediocre story(but still got some)
    -It’s a MiHoYo Games, on the long turn it’s always gonna be boring.
    - - -Gatcha + Open World = Disaster    … Expand
  6. LG_Fox_Brazil
    Oct 4, 2020
    8
    A free game that has ton of options for us to spend our money and yet gives us so many elements to avoid spending money altogether that it's brilliant. Also, a game with a terrific gameplay, elements combination and interesting characters to keep us coming back for more. What an amazing surprise in this horrible year
  7. GamergodsFail
    Oct 4, 2020
    8
    Genshin Impact is a surprisingly solid free-to-play fantasy RPG with fun combat, dozens of hours of quality open world gameplay and enough content to keep you hooked for weeks. It's very easily compared to Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and in some cases can even feel like a cheap, low-grade knockoff at times. But for free, it is still an exciting and satisfying game to play regardless. TheyGenshin Impact is a surprisingly solid free-to-play fantasy RPG with fun combat, dozens of hours of quality open world gameplay and enough content to keep you hooked for weeks. It's very easily compared to Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and in some cases can even feel like a cheap, low-grade knockoff at times. But for free, it is still an exciting and satisfying game to play regardless. They could've charged full price for this along with a platinum trophy set and it would still be a decent purchase.… Expand
  8. luckystrike_bh
    Oct 4, 2020
    6
    Edit: This needs to be upfront because it is not clearly specified. It shows and presents itself that your adventure is going through 6 lands. However, in reality, the game only has two with the other four available at some point in the future. Whether that is free or at cost remains to be seen. I feel this should be stated upfront in the game description. Is it still worth it as aEdit: This needs to be upfront because it is not clearly specified. It shows and presents itself that your adventure is going through 6 lands. However, in reality, the game only has two with the other four available at some point in the future. Whether that is free or at cost remains to be seen. I feel this should be stated upfront in the game description. Is it still worth it as a free 2 play? Yes. Would i feel better about it if the game developer gave us a solid release schedule and prices? Yes.

    I am having a huge amount of fun with this game. I went in with a highly suspicious attitude due to the free gacha format and it being a BOTW clone. At Adventure level 20, I do not see an obvious push to have to spend money to win the game. The potential is there so I am holding out until endgame for a final judgement. But I am using all the free characters and do not feel hobbled.

    Things I enjoy about this game:Huge world to explore, developed lore, game rewards exploration. Things I do not like: online connection required, gacha format, timed energy stamina for opening certain chests, crafting material gated to day of the week, feeling guilty about BOTW cloneness.

    Here is the why I forgive myself for the BOTW cloneness....no weapon durability! It such a relief to explore a BOTW type world without your weapon breaking every few fights.

    I think I would pay full price for this game without the time gates and gacha mechanisms.    … Expand
  9. AngryGeri
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    I am addicted. It is such a beautiful and fun experience. Every time I log on there is ALWAYS something to do. The side-quests, quests and also the huge open world are there for your entertainment. Personally, I love the character designs too. Every time you get a character they are very unique! The game is F2P, though you can always spend money on it if you wanted!I But there is no need,I am addicted. It is such a beautiful and fun experience. Every time I log on there is ALWAYS something to do. The side-quests, quests and also the huge open world are there for your entertainment. Personally, I love the character designs too. Every time you get a character they are very unique! The game is F2P, though you can always spend money on it if you wanted!I But there is no need, you can play through the whole game freely. love every single aspect of the game, nothing that I dislike.… Expand
  10. BrbImCarrying
    Oct 4, 2020
    5
    On PC i would give it an 8. I own a ps4 pro and framerate is a joke runs better on my phone...not to mention the loading time to join a game in multiplayer. Ps4 need some love guys
  11. Becks77
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    Amazing game and it’s F2P you don’t need to spend any money to progress would go as far and say better that BOTW.
  12. Sxyboyteen
    Oct 3, 2020
    0
    The game is boring, period. You need FOUR characters that you need to level up, in which money HAS to be spent to unlock their last constellations. It’s not an mmorpg, it’s single player. It’s a pain in the ass switching characters, thus you’re forced to play with 4 characters because enemies can be immune to his/her attack. The world is nothing like Zelda, it’s mediocre. The story isThe game is boring, period. You need FOUR characters that you need to level up, in which money HAS to be spent to unlock their last constellations. It’s not an mmorpg, it’s single player. It’s a pain in the ass switching characters, thus you’re forced to play with 4 characters because enemies can be immune to his/her attack. The world is nothing like Zelda, it’s mediocre. The story is the same typical anime story...
    You have 0,06% chance of rolling a different character, gems are hella expensive.
    One summon costs 160 gems... 10 summons = $40.00 USD.
    The game has stolen many ideas of Zelda, I’m surprised Nintendo hasn’t sued them. This is nothing like Zelda. Zelda world is alive, vibrant... vs this piece of crap.
    It’s 100% pay 2 win with many of pay walls that keep you from leveling your character...    … Expand
  13. Taryl
    Oct 3, 2020
    9
    A wonderful game!!!! I spent the first 3 hours of the game wondering how it was possible for a game of this level to be free!!! The premise: you can play perfectly on your own! You are absolutely not obliged to spend money to continue the story. However, 5 dollars are willingly given to such talented producers. Second premise: it resembles Zelda BOTW only in the color palette and for theA wonderful game!!!! I spent the first 3 hours of the game wondering how it was possible for a game of this level to be free!!! The premise: you can play perfectly on your own! You are absolutely not obliged to spend money to continue the story. However, 5 dollars are willingly given to such talented producers. Second premise: it resembles Zelda BOTW only in the color palette and for the stamina bar. Nothing else. The fight is totally different, you will use 4 characters with different elemental abilities, at any time you can switch the character with the one most suitable to face the enemy on duty. The whole thing is terribly fun and well crafted. Each character is very different from the other, with his weapons and peculiar characteristics. But let's come to the technical sector: spectacular! For my taste, the character design is amazing, much closer to Hayao Miyazaki's anime style than Zelda's. Beautiful animations, a huge and colorful world to explore, millions of objects to collect, in short, is paradise for those who love JRPG!!! Not to mention the amazing footage that tells us the story! The only flaw, the game menu is not easy to understand at first, but it is part of its charm. The game will then be supported for years with various expansions of the world and characters. I mean, WOw!… Expand
  14. Kz_Sakura
    Oct 3, 2020
    0
    Game copy paste of the year
    Copy Zelda Breath of the Wild 80%
    Party system Monster Hunter World
    Combat Nier Automata
    Gacha game pay to win
  15. Luisx311
    Oct 2, 2020
    9
    I think that it is a good (free) video game; i don't see a problem if it is similar to zelda like the fanboys said because it's free; you don't pay for it to play. In the other side; problems with perfomance can be solve with the time ; so it's stup#d be angry for this now. Only play the game if you like it. If not use good reasons to put a bad rating
  16. OEC100
    Oct 3, 2020
    1
    Just a mobile game.
    or....
    Chinese webgame.
    I already have Switch, so why don't I just play the original BOTW.
  17. mythicize
    Oct 3, 2020
    9
    This game looks very nice and has great combat that can be combo'd, to make for deep game play. It's the first time I've played a game like this for ps4 but at the free entry price to play it's absolutely worth trying for yourself.

    I was pleasantly surprised by this game!
  18. David-Yun
    Oct 3, 2020
    0
    What a terrible optimization this game is. Now it's 2020 and the texture is so rough. Character modeling and terrain modeling are very inconsistent.
  19. brigitte1357
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    its one of the best FTP games ive ever seen. it has a good story and good gameplay and beautiful world.
    its word is fuul of event and items even more than expensive games of ubisoft and bethesda.
    i give it 10 because of those above mentioned + its a free game
  20. aosan
    Oct 2, 2020
    3
    I've played at this game for 5 days and I want to say tha I don't like this game. This game maybe would be good without gacha-mechanics, terrible camera, and with target lock. Also on ps4 it runs terrible ~25-20 fps and lower with freezes.
  21. Firb
    Oct 2, 2020
    9
    This is probably one of the best F2P games out right now. Story, at least early on isnt all too impressive, but fantastic gameplay and a beautiful open world help this game stand out among the crowd.
  22. yanslo123
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    People calling this pay to win are way off base. This is a SINGLE PLAYER GAME... hence it really can't be pay to win. Yes you can pay money for a gacha system that rewards you with the occasional character you can't get from story mode, but it's not like they are much better if at all better than the characters they give you. It just adds a bit of Varity. My buddy plays completely freePeople calling this pay to win are way off base. This is a SINGLE PLAYER GAME... hence it really can't be pay to win. Yes you can pay money for a gacha system that rewards you with the occasional character you can't get from story mode, but it's not like they are much better if at all better than the characters they give you. It just adds a bit of Varity. My buddy plays completely free to play & is farther in the story & level wise than i am. We both have over 100 hours already & love it. He has just as many 5 star units as i do, tbh, i use 4 star weapons over the 5 star weapns because you can refine them & make them 30xs better than a base 5start item that you will never be able to refine. These people played for 5 minutes & didn't get anything good off their free wishes & stopped playing bc they didn't get the character they wanted & are not on here screaming "It's pay to win".

    Take it from someone who's only purpose in life is videogames.. this games IS NOT pay to win. This game HAS a great story. This game IS fun if you're an anime fan looking for a good ARPG. Anyone who PLAYS longer than 30 minutes finds out this game is way more than a zelda clone. You can either bask in ignorance, or you can have a good time. It's up to you. I wholy recomend trying it before you condemn it as a p2w game with no PVP... gah, how dumb do you have to be to thing a Story/adventure driven rpg can be p2w bc of mostly cosmetic movesets & characters LOL    … Expand
  23. Cosmic_Jay
    Oct 2, 2020
    9
    I have to say that it has been quite some time since I have been addicted to a game as much as this one. Probably not since Persona 5 Royal. There is so much to like about this I do not know where to start....just the game's charm & aesthetics alone are wonderful. The whole elemental aspect in battle is pretty awesome. Gives me that Avatar-ish feel, yas know?! And don't even get me startedI have to say that it has been quite some time since I have been addicted to a game as much as this one. Probably not since Persona 5 Royal. There is so much to like about this I do not know where to start....just the game's charm & aesthetics alone are wonderful. The whole elemental aspect in battle is pretty awesome. Gives me that Avatar-ish feel, yas know?! And don't even get me started on the drop dead gorgeous music!! Sends a chill down my bones. As someone who has put forth actual money to purchase some of the game's additional features I Can say wholeheartedly with no hesitation even if I had not done that I would still be enjoying this game immensely.

    Is this game perfect? No, it isn't but at the same time I find that anything really negative I have to point out would be either nitpicking or petty. Now I do admit I wish they did have some sort of offline mode just in case they may have some type of potential server(s) issues preventing users from logging in. As far as my connection for the 4 days I have been playing I have not had any relative lag or logging in issues.

    I'm sure at sometime in the future when this game is to a certain point they will probably insert some sort of 'payment wall' but as for now this is an absolute delight to play. I hope everyone is enjoying it as immensely as I am.    … Expand
  24. Brncmtnr
    Oct 2, 2020
    8
    The game is awesome graphics and animations is really cıtr but there is a problem in ps4 that is fps dropps and it is a bit o a boomer. Besides that the game is cool
  25. urgameart88
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Never seen such a good f2p game! And in addition it’s a mobile Game too. Unbelievable
  26. SLNTPersona
    Oct 2, 2020
    8
    Amazing open world, BotW-esque game with fun, inventive and challenging combat. 15ish hours in after finishing the prologue and I can't put it down. The story is ok, somewhat tropeish but manages to stay intriguing. Cell-shaded graphics give it a colorful vibe and it's fleshed out further with the amazing towns, landscapes and peoplethat inhabit it. Yes, this is a gacha. Yes, this isAmazing open world, BotW-esque game with fun, inventive and challenging combat. 15ish hours in after finishing the prologue and I can't put it down. The story is ok, somewhat tropeish but manages to stay intriguing. Cell-shaded graphics give it a colorful vibe and it's fleshed out further with the amazing towns, landscapes and peoplethat inhabit it. Yes, this is a gacha. Yes, this is F2P. But trust me when I say it worth playing and, maybe more importantly, completely possible to play without spending a dime. At the very least try it, you will have fun if this genre of game is up your alley.… Expand
  27. zMiiChy-
    Oct 2, 2020
    8
    Ignoring the not so great FPS this is a really good free game. There's a lot of content and a pretty big world. The gameplay is fun and the story is interesting enough. For it's price (free) it's definitely worth a shot.
  28. hihiro
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    게임 자체는 재밌다, 하지만 젤다의 전설: 브레스 오브 더 와일드 작품응 상당수준 카피했고 그 결과, 그 작품과 매우 흡사한 비주얼이 되었다. 전투 시스템은 붕괴 3rd식 전투(캐릭터를 바꿔가며 전투)를 채용했고 물, 불, 바람, 바위, 전기 원소를 이용해 원소 공격을 하는 차이점이 있다. 그렇지만 이 게임만의 특장점이라고 생각되지는 않는다. 콘텐츠도 상당히 빈약해서 할 수 있는거라곤 채집, 비경돌기, 요리,활강, 오픈월드 탐색 정도이다. 게다가 캐릭터, 무기를 항번에 뽑는 이중 가챠 시스템이 도입되어있고 그 확률또한 창렬이다. 하지만 한국어 더빙, 번역만큼은 엄청 잘 되어있고 스토리도 나름 괜첞게 잘 짜여졌기에 나는 8점을 주겠다.게임 자체는 재밌다, 하지만 젤다의 전설: 브레스 오브 더 와일드 작품응 상당수준 카피했고 그 결과, 그 작품과 매우 흡사한 비주얼이 되었다. 전투 시스템은 붕괴 3rd식 전투(캐릭터를 바꿔가며 전투)를 채용했고 물, 불, 바람, 바위, 전기 원소를 이용해 원소 공격을 하는 차이점이 있다. 그렇지만 이 게임만의 특장점이라고 생각되지는 않는다. 콘텐츠도 상당히 빈약해서 할 수 있는거라곤 채집, 비경돌기, 요리,활강, 오픈월드 탐색 정도이다. 게다가 캐릭터, 무기를 항번에 뽑는 이중 가챠 시스템이 도입되어있고 그 확률또한 창렬이다. 하지만 한국어 더빙, 번역만큼은 엄청 잘 되어있고 스토리도 나름 괜첞게 잘 짜여졌기에 나는 8점을 주겠다.
  29. Xandeer
    Oct 1, 2020
    8
    Excelente jugabilidad, gráficos hermosos, personajes carismáticos y varías horas de diversión. El juego podría mejorar en algunos aspectos cómo agregar la opción de configurar los controles, solucionar algunos bugs visuales y quizás renderizarlo para poder alcanzar frames más altos. Es un juego gratis, entretenido y qué no hace sudar ni un poco a la ps4 (ps4 slim en mi caso)
  30. luixgunner
    Oct 1, 2020
    9
    Great free game, a beautiful world inspired by breath of the wild + rpg stuff.
Page:

Awards & Rankings

38
#38 Best PS4 Game of 2020
16
#16 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2020

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. MGG Spain
    Nov 22, 2021
    86
    Genshin Impact is a well above average RPG to which we will dedicate many hours, but that gets lost in a monetization system typical of the gacha genre that sometimes demands too much from us. However, the free to play experience is wonderful offering us a beautiful and colorful world that can boast an absurdly good character design and a story capable of keeping us hooked.
    Read full review
  2. Gaming Age
    Dec 2, 2020
    91
    Genshin Impact is part of a wave of titles from China that is slowly eroding the bad stereotype that Chinese devs are devoid of creativity and skill. While the initial comparisons are there, Genshin Impact does go beyond to distinguish itself…now if only the gacha rates and the free primogem are better I would have no hesitation recommending the title.
    Read full review
  3. RPG Fan
    Nov 18, 2020
    81
    Genshin Impact might not be the most original game in a lot of respects, but it certainly has a wealth of things to offer players should they still be willing to give it a chance. 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!
    Read full review
See all critic reviews »