TouchArcade Rating: Following the pre-installation release earlier this week, HoYoverse has launched the highly anticipated Genshin Impact (Free) version 5.0 update, titled "Flowers Resplendent on the Sun-Scorched Sojourn," on mobile, PC, and PlayStation platforms globally. This major update introduces the new nation of Natlan, accessible to players of all levels, along with exciting new characters like Mualani, and the return of popular characters such as Raiden Shogun. The first Genshin Impact 5.0 banner features Mualani, Kachina, and Kaedehara Kazuha, while banner 2 showcases Kinich and Raiden Shogun. Discover the enhanced visuals in Genshin Impact 5.0 here, and explore the complete patch notes here. Check out the new Genshin Impact trailers below:
iOS users who pre-installed the update should experience minimal download times, although the game may require some time to reorganize existing assets upon login. New players can download Genshin Impact for free on the App Store for iOS here, Google Play for Android here, and on PC via the official website here or the Epic Games Store. iOS players with iOS 14.5 or iPadOS 14.5 and later can utilize PS5 and Xbox Series X|S controllers. Genshin Impact was previously featured as our Game of the Week upon its release and was named our 2020 Game of the Year. It also received recognition as one of the best iOS games for controller play. Share your thoughts on Genshin Impact 5.0 in the comments below!