List of Genshin Impact characters
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Genshin Impact is an open-world action role-playing game built around exploration, elemental combat, and a diverse roster of playable characters. Each character is aligned with one of seven elements and wields a Vision, a magical device that lets its bearer channel elemental energy in combat. As of August 2026, there are 118 playable characters in the game, each offering distinct playstyles, backstories and ties to Teyvat's culture.
Genshin Impact uses a gacha system as its core business model. This means that most of the game's revenue comes from sales on time-limited character "banners" during which players can spend in-game currency for the chance to acquire characters. Through this, some characters such as Zhongli and the Raiden Shogun have earned massive amounts of money for developer HoYoverse. However, some characters faced criticism from players for issues including poor combant performance and cultural appropriation.
Creation and design
Genshin Impact producer Cai Haoyu said that characters are one of the most important components of the game. The characters have unique gameplay based on different elements, which represent the cultural characteristics of their respective regions. The multi-character design of the game is derived from Japanese card games.
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