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Genshin Impact

Climb the horizon, bend the elements, chase one more mystery.

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Last updated October 25, 2026

How to install Genshin Impact for free

Genshin Impact is a free rpg game released under Free to Play. It runs on Windows, iOS, Android, needs about 80.0 GB of disk space, and requires no account, payment or trial. On a computer, the fastest route is the PlayBound Launcher. On a phone or tablet, use the official store or site instead.

Choose how to install

Install with PlayBound or download from the official source without the launcher.

Installation steps

  1. 1

    Install the PlayBound Launcher, then find Genshin Impact and press Install. The launcher downloads the official release, unpacks it and creates a shortcut. This is the fastest route and it never uses third-party mirrors.

  2. 2

    Alternatively, download Genshin Impact directly from the official site at https://genshin.hoyoverse.com. Always download from the official source — third-party mirrors of free games are a common malware vector.

  3. 3

    Windows

    Run the downloaded installer and follow the prompts. If Windows SmartScreen warns about an unrecognised publisher, that is normal for open-source projects without a paid code-signing certificate — choose More info, then Run anyway.

  4. 4

    Launch the game and look at the settings menu before your first session — resolution and control defaults are worth checking. Genshin Impact needs roughly 80.0 GB of free disk space.

System requirements

Minimum

Quad-core · 8 GB RAM · GTX 1030 · 80 GB storage

Recommended

6-core · 16 GB RAM · GTX 1060+ · SSD

Install questions

Is Genshin Impact free?

Yes. Genshin Impact is released under Free to Play and costs nothing to download or play.

How big is the Genshin Impact download?

About 80.0 GB. The minimum system requirements are Quad-core · 8 GB RAM · GTX 1030 · 80 GB storage.

What platforms does Genshin Impact run on?

Windows, PlayStation, iOS, Android.

Do I need an account to play Genshin Impact?

No account is required to download or play.

Does Genshin Impact have multiplayer?

Yes. Genshin Impact has multiplayer. Its multiplayer runs through the game's own online service or menus, so PlayBound Connect parties and PlayBound dedicated servers are not available for it. It also supports co-op play. There is no subscription and no paid multiplayer tier.

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