Summary
- Genshin Impact is getting a new officially licensed controller by 8BitDo, featuring a light blue design inspired by Chongyun.
- The controller is compatible with Apple, Windows, Android, and can be connected via Bluetooth or wired connection.
- While the controller has sparked excitement among fans, there are debates and discussions about the lack of controller support on Android for Genshin Impact.
HoYoverse's ever-popular Genshin Impact is getting a new officially licensed controller by gaming accessory manufacturer 8BitDo. This new Genshin Impact controller features a light blue color design inspired by Chongyun, one of the game's playable characters from the Liyue region.
Released in September 2020, Genshin Impact quickly became a hit with millions of players around the world. The open-world action RPG continues to receive major updates nearly three years after its release, and players are currently exploring the Fontaine region in Genshin Impact Version 4.2. Several optimizations have been implemented to the mobile versions of Genshin Impact as well, including improved controller support and MetalFx upscaling on iPhone 15 Pro.
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On Twitter, 8BitDo revealed its all-new Genshin Impact "Chongyun Edition" of the 8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller, which is officially licensed by HoYoverse. The Cyro-themed light blue controller features sigils that are typically found on Chongyun's outfit and exorcist charms, and the thumbsticks, back buttons, and face buttons are painted with a dark blue shade. What's more, the controller comes with a 7-piece gift set featuring a Chongyun-themed keychain, four joystick caps, a carrying case, and a specially themed charging stand with a golden Cryo symbol to match the controller's golden d-pad. The controller's Amazon page lists a December 18 release date, and Genshin Impact fans can secure their pre-order right now for $59.99.
Despite Genshin Impact's lack of controller support on Android, this new controller is designed for use on Android alongside iOS, Mac, and PC devices. Players may connect the controller to their smartphone via Bluetooth, and desktop gamers may use the controller via a wired USB-C connection, Bluetooth, or 2.4GHz connectivity through the included USB dongle. Once the controller is connected to a PC or Mac, users may install the 8BitDo Ultimate Software to customize button mapping, stick deadzones, controller vibration, and additional settings. The controller natively supports SteamOS as well, so Steam Deck users may use the new Genshin Impact controller in other games.
Many Genshin Impact fans on Twitter are excited about the new 8BitDo controller, but the announcement also sparked more debates and discussion regarding controller support for the Android version. Some users are irritated that they can't use their favorite controllers while playing Genshin Impact on Android, such as the Razer Kishi. Past speculation in the community suggests HoYoverse signed an agreement with Apple for Genshin Impact, resulting in the lack of new features for the Android version. However, details of such an agreement have not been explicitly revealed by HoYoverse.
Fortunately, Apple and PC users may use the controller while exploring the new content found in Genshin Impact Version 4.3. Version 4.3 is expected to release in mid-December, and HoYoverse will likely host a special program to reveal more information regarding the new update.
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)
- Engine
- Unity
- Multiplayer
- Online Co-Op
- Cross-Platform Play
- All platforms
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!
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, iOS, Android
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
