Genshin Impact Drops PS4 Support and Increases PC and Mobile Requirements

Genshin Impact’s been stirring the pot lately. Big changes are coming, and some folks are not gonna like it—especially if you’re clinging to your trusty old PlayStation 4. Yup, they’re pulling the plug, and it’s not just a random Tuesday decision. The devs, for reasons best known to them (hardware stuff, they say), decided the PS4 chapter ends soon. Like, no more downloads. Boom, done.

So, if you’re a PS4 player, mark September 10 on your calendar. That’s when it vanishes from the PlayStation Store. But, hey, if you’ve already got it in your library, it won’t poof into oblivion immediately. At least not until you’re ready. Kind of.

Next up, February 25, 2026. Can’t say they didn’t warn you, huh? In-game purchases? Forget about it. Your wallet can chill. Though, I’ll admit, the cynical side of me wonders—strategic move or just cleaning house? You can still claim stuff from the PlayStation Store until the inevitable endgame on August 4, 2026. After that—game over. No more login for PS4 users, nada.

Oh, and it’s not just PlayStation feeling the squeeze. PCs and mobiles are also getting their share of the “upgrade or else” treatment. The minimum specs are going up, and if you’re lagging behind, well… good luck with that. You might start thinking your device has been possessed by a sloth. Performance issues galore. But hey, at least you can still technically play. Silver lining, maybe?

And speaking of changes, last week’s Genshin update has a new face—well, several, actually. Ineffa’s here, along with Citlali and Mualani popping back in. Fancy trying something new now that everything’s shifting? You might need a guide or something. There’s a codes page somewhere that’s worth checking out if you’re diving back.

So, yeah, that’s the lowdown. It’s a rollercoaster, and the ride’s not for everyone. Fuel your curiosity, or let it fizzle out—choice is yours.