After almost five years of being out,Genshin Impacthas nearly completed all of Teyvat’s regions, fueling the belief that the game’s story could be coming to an end as well. It might still be too early to tell if this is indeed the case, especially consideringGenshin Impact’s massive popularity worldwide, but it also has the potential to make a lasting impression on gamers.
Genshin Impactis currently HoYoverse’s biggest gacha title, earning millions from its gacha model globally. It’s also expanded to merchandise, collaborations with brands like Happy Lemon and KFC, and anupcomingGenshin Impactanime produced by Ufotable. One possible way it could stay relevant is through its bonus game modes, like Genius Invokation and the rumored auto-chess mode.
Genshin Impact’s Game Modes Could Bring More Content Beyond the Endgame
Apart from the gacha mechanics, HoYoverse games are known for immersing fans with compelling story quests and limited-time events. In the case ofGenshin Impact, it found more success with its Genius Invokation TCG, where players can build powerful decks to deplete the HP of their opponents. The game mode continues to be popular among fans asGenshin Impactcontinues to update with new cards featuring its characters.
Recently, there have been rumors thatGenshin Impactmight be releasing a permanent auto-chess game mode in May, possibly following the success of its Exercise Surging Storm event. Similar to other auto battlers, players will have to set up the right units and fortify their boards with optimal Artifacts, and watch them automatically fight in PvP battles. The win condition forGenshin Impact’s rumored game mode is still unknown, but it will likely require players to survive multiple rounds with the goal of placing in the top 4 spots.
If it’s true thatGenshin Impact’s main story is nearing its end, it would make sense whyHoYoverse released a physical version of Genius Invokation in China.Genshin Impactcould focus on the TCG and the rumored auto-chess as its primary game modes and possible money-makers in the future. Plus, this could also open up opportunities for HoYoverse to come out with standalone titles forGenshin Impact’s bonus game modes down the line, which could be effective in welcoming new players.
The success ofTCGs on digital and mobile platformsis already evident thanks toPokemon TCG Pocket, so Genius Invokation could really find a niche here aside from its physical version. The same goes for auto-battlers, especially seeing howTeamfight Tacticsis thriving with its own mobile app that’s completely separate from theLeague of Legendsclient. Accessibility for these bonus game modes is key to lessening the obstacle of grindingGenshin Impactup to a certain Adventure Level to get access to them. Plus, these are surefire ways to immortalizeGenshin Impact’s legacy without necessarily going through hours' worth of missions, unless new players really want to experience them from start to finish.
Other HoYoverse Titles Could Follow Genshin Impact’s Lead
HoYoverse has a treasure trove of content fromHonkai: Star Rail,Zenless Zone Zero,Honkai Impact 3rd, and anallegedAnimal Crossing-like game calledStarry Sky Valley. IfGenshin Impacthas bonus game modes with the potential to be standalone titles, perhaps HoYoverse could extend this to its other games. The studio could even maximize its multiversal crossovers for future content, like combiningGenshin ImpactandHonkai: Star Railcharacters in TCG or auto-chess forms, to further prove the games' lasting power beyond the usual grind.
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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…
