Genshin Impact PS4 Support Ends September
Genshin Impact Drops PS4 Support: What You Need to Know
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Genshin Impact, the wildly popular open-world action RPG, is saying goodbye to PlayStation 4. After years of bringing Teyvat to PS4 players, developer HoYoverse is officially ending support for the platform this September. This is a significant change for a large portion of the Genshin Impact community,so let’s break down exactly what’s happening,why it’s happening,and what it means for you.
Why is Genshin Impact Ending PS4 Support?
The core reason for this decision boils down to hardware limitations. As Genshin Impact has evolved with frequent updates – introducing new regions, characters, and gameplay mechanics - the game has become increasingly demanding. HoYoverse has stated that the PS4 simply can’t reliably handle the latest updates and maintain a quality experience.
Polygon highlights that the PS4’s aging architecture struggles to keep pace with the game’s growing complexity. Essentially, the developers have reached a point where further advancement for PS4 would compromise the experience for players on other platforms. they want to ensure everyone can enjoy the full scope of Genshin Impact,and that’s proving arduous with the PS4’s constraints.
When Will Support End?
The official end-of-support date is September 16, 2024. Here’s what that means for you:
no More Updates: After September 16th, you won’t receive any further updates to Genshin Impact on your PS4.
Continued Play (For Now): You will still be able to play the version of Genshin Impact you currently have installed. However, you’ll miss out on all new content, characters, events, and improvements released after that date. Potential Future Issues: While the game won’t promptly stop working, it’s possible you may encounter bugs or stability issues as the game diverges further from the PS4 version.
Crunchyroll’s reporting confirms this timeline, emphasizing the difficulty of maintaining two distinct versions of the game.
What Are your Options?
If you’re a dedicated Genshin Impact player on PS4, you have a few options:
Upgrade to PS5: This is the most straightforward solution. The PlayStation 5 can easily handle Genshin Impact’s demands, and you’ll be able to continue enjoying all the latest content. plus, you may be able to transfer your save data (see below).
Switch to PC: Genshin Impact is also available on PC. This requires a compatible computer, but it offers potentially higher graphical settings and performance.
Play on Mobile: Genshin Impact is playable on iOS and Android devices. While the experience is different from console or PC, it’s a viable option if you have a powerful mobile device.
Consider Other Platforms: The game is also available on other platforms, offering flexibility in how you play.
Can You Transfer Your Genshin Impact Save Data?
Unluckily, direct save data transfer from PS4 to other platforms (like PS5, PC, or mobile) is not officially supported by HoYoverse. This is a major point of frustration for many players.
Though, if your PS4 is linked to a HoYoverse account (which it should be to play the game), your game progress is* stored on their servers. This means that if you start playing on a new platform and log in with the same HoYoverse account, you’ll be able to pick up where you left off – but it won’t be a seamless transfer of the save file itself. You’ll need to re-experience the initial story beats.