Summary
- Genshin Impact 5.1 lacks English voice lines due to ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike affecting key scenes.
- Some playable characters muted in important scenes of the latest Archon Quest.
- English-dubbed version may face voice line issues in the upcoming Sumeru flagship event.
Genshin Impact 5.1 has a major drawback for fans who play the English-dubbed version, as some characters are muted in certain scenes of the latest Archon Quest. Genshin Impact also has a flagship event coming up sometime in October, and players' gameplay experience might also be affected then.
During the recent Genshin Impact Version 5.1 livestream, players noticed how the Japanese, Korean, and Chinese transmissions followed the game's tradition of having its main characters' voice actors as hosts. However, for the English livestream, the event was unexpectedly hosted by two members of HoYoverse's localization team. Although HoYoverse did not disclose the reason for this decision, fans attributed it to several video game voice actors having gone on strike in the past months. Now, it seems the strike has affected Genshin Impact's 5.1 update as well, which has put some players at a disadvantage when playing the main storyline.
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As stated in Genshin Impact's official patch notes, the game's 5.1 update lacks some English voice lines. "Due to recording arrangements, some content in Version 5.1 does not have English voice-overs. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused," reads HoYoverse's statement. Players have already noticed that popular characters Kachina, Kinich, and Ajaw are muted in certain scenes of the latest Archon Quest, despite playing important roles in the story. HoYoverse has not given a further explanation on the matter, but it is likely related to the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike and how voice actors are protesting against the use of AI in video games. Though the strike has gone on for months now, previous Genshin Impact updates have not been as affected as the current one.
Genshin Impact Version 5.1 Has Missing English Voice Lines
On the Genshin Impact Reddit forum, many players have shared their support for the voice actors protesting AI and demanding better working conditions. However, some have also expressed their concern about how their gameplay experience has been less immersive. There are rumors that the upcoming Sumeru flagship event in Genshin Impact Version 5.1 will also lack a lot of voice lines in the English-dubbed version. This is not the first time that a HoYoverse game has been affected by the strike. Recent Honkai: Star Rail marketing videos for Feixiao and Lingsha were only shared in Japanese instead of the usual English versions. In those cases, HoYoverse also associated it with "recording arrangements."
Despite this setback in Genshin Impact's latest update, players have enjoyed the debut of Xilonen, a 5-star Geo unit that proves to be solid support for multiple teams. Genshin Impact fans can pull for either Xilonen or Chiori before their banners end on November 13. Several Genshin Impact 5.2 leaks have also emerged within the community, with some exciting details about Chasca and Ororon's kits.
Genshin Impact
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 81 /100 Critics Rec: 87%
- Released
- September 28, 2020
- ESRB
- Teen / Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items), Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
- Publisher(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
WHERE TO PLAY
Step into Teyvat, a vast world teeming with life and flowing with elemental energy.
You and your sibling arrived here from another world. Separated by an unknown god, stripped of your powers, and cast into a deep slumber, you now awake to a world very different from when you first arrived.
Thus begins your journey across Teyvat to seek answers from The Seven — the gods of each element. Along the way, prepare to explore every inch of this wondrous world, join forces with a diverse range of characters, and unravel the countless mysteries that Teyvat holds...
MASSIVE OPEN WORLD
Climb any mountain, swim across any river, and glide over the world below, taking in the jaw-dropping scenery each step of the way. And if you stop to investigate a wandering Seelie or strange mechanism, who knows what you might discover?
ELEMENTAL COMBAT SYSTEM
Harness the seven elements to unleash elemental reactions. Anemo, Electro, Hydro, Pyro, Cryo, Dendro, and Geo interact in all sorts of ways, and Vision wielders have the power to turn this to their advantage.
Will you vaporize Hydro with Pyro, electro-charge it with Electro, or freeze it with Cryo? Your mastery of the elements will give you the upper hand in battle and exploration.
BEAUTIFUL VISUALS
Feast your eyes on the world around you, with a stunning art style, real-time rendering, and finely tuned character animations delivering you a truly immersive visual experience. Lighting and weather all change naturally over time, bringing every detail of this world to life.
SOOTHING SOUNDTRACK
Let the beautiful sounds of Teyvat draw you in as you explore the expansive world around you. Performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the soundtrack changes seamlessly with the time and gameplay to match the mood.
BUILD YOUR DREAM TEAM
Team up with a diverse cast of characters in Teyvat, each with their own unique personalities, stories, and abilities. Discover your favorite party combinations and level up your characters to help you conquer even the most daunting of enemies and domains.
JOURNEY WITH FRIENDS
Team up with friends across various platforms to trigger more elemental action, tackle tricky boss fights, and conquer challenging domains together to reap rich rewards.
As you stand atop the peaks of Jueyun Karst and take in the rolling clouds and vast terrain stretching out before you, you may wish to stay in Teyvat a little longer... But until you are reunited with your lost sibling, how can you rest? Go forth, Traveler, and begin your adventure!
- Engine
- Unity
- Multiplayer
- Online Co-Op
- Cross-Platform Play
- All platforms
- Cross Save
- All platforms
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, iOS, Android
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
- X|S Optimized
- yes
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
