Genshin Impact Phases Out PS4 Support and Increases PC & Mobile Requirements

Whoa, so, big changes coming for Genshin Impact, right? It feels like only yesterday I was exploring Teyvat on my old PS4, and now… here we are. So, get this: starting next month, Genshin’s hitting the eject button on older devices, and yep, that includes our trusty PS4. Sad times. MiHoYo, officially dropped the bomb earlier this week. Why? Something about “hardware performance” and “platform size” making the PS4 a no-go. Figures.

And it’s not just a quick bye-bye. We’re talking phases. First phase: September 10, it disappears from the PlayStation Store. But hey, if you’ve downloaded it before, you can still get it from your library. It’s like they’re giving us a little grace period, you know?

Okay, fast forward to February 25, 2026. No more shopping frenzy in the in-game store for us PS4 folks. Your wallet’s safe—unless you’ve already spent it on top-ups and stuff, but those you can still claim. All wrapped up neatly, sort of.

Then, the final nail in the coffin: August 4, 2026. That’s the day the lights go out for good. No more logging in, no more updates—just memories of battling those Anemo bosses or whatever they were called (you know the ones).

On another note, upgrades are hitting PC and mobile too. They’re raising the spec bar a notch higher with the new Song of the Welkin Moon version. If you’re below the minimum specs, you might still squeeze in, but don’t expect a smooth ride. Maybe they’re aiming for quality—or just having a laugh at our expense, who knows?

Oh, and by the way, if you’re still in the game, update 5.8 is here! Seems the devs are rolling out new characters like Ineffa and bringing back Citlali and Mualani—I wonder if I spelled those right. Anyway, if you’re building a team, go check out those quirky guides. And for those sweet freebies, stay glued to the Genshin Impact codes page. Seriously, it’s a treasure trove.