Genshin Impact Coming to Xbox with Preorder Package

Overview

After four long years since its mobile release, Genshin Impact is finally arriving on Xbox consoles. Despite previous rumors, the confirmation came from gaming leaker Wario64 on Aug. 20, with the official announcement made during Gamescom’s Opening Night this week.

Release Date and Preorder Details

• Release Date: November 20, 2024
• Preorder Price: $9.99
  • Unlike its free-to-play mobile and PC counterparts, Genshin Impact will launch on Xbox with a preorder bundle, similar to Sony's approach with Zendless Zone Zero.

Preorder Bonuses

Players who preorder the Xbox version of Genshin Impact will receive the following in-game items:

• 15 Hero’s Wit (advanced character experience material)
• 20 Mystic Enhancement Ore (advanced weapon enhancement material)
• 150,000 Mora (currency)
• 20 Standard weapon experience materials
• 15 character experience materials
• 10 Rainbow Macarons
• 2 Wishes (premium in-game currency for character and weapon rolls)

Community Reactions

• Excitement: Many fans have expressed excitement, saying it’s "about time" and that they had been waiting for this reveal.
• Criticism: Others have expressed disappointment or loss of interest due to the long wait, with some asking about a potential release on the Nintendo Switch.

Future Possibilities

While Genshin Impact's Xbox release is official, there's speculation that the game will not come to the Nintendo Switch until the next generation, possibly with the release of the rumored "Switch 2."

At least for now, Xbox players will finally get to dive into Genshin Impact's vast world starting this November.