Developer: miHoYo
Publisher: HoYoverse
Released: September 28, 2020
Last reviewed: March 2026
An open-world action RPG with anime-style characters using elemental powers to battle enemies.
Based on 12 content categories
Hanafi / Shafi'i standard โ toggleable categories at half weight
Several characters (Fischl, Eula, Shenhe, Yoimiya) have significantly revealing outfits. Anime sexualisation present.
Gacha/wish system is core progression mechanic. Players spend Primogems (purchasable with real money) for randomised character/weapon pulls. Pity system exists but randomisation is fundamental.
Player prays to and receives power from Archons (gods). Multiple gods depicted with devotion mechanics. Gnosis are divine objects of worship.
Companions can have friendship levels. Some story quests have romantic undertones with characters.
Characters like Venti drink alcohol narratively. Some quests involve distilleries.
Vision powers, Delusions, and Fatui dark magic feature prominently in story.
Lumine/Aether allow gender selection. Some crossdressing story moments.
Abyss Order enemies have dark/occult aesthetics. Some horror story elements.
Stylised combat with no blood. Anime-style battle effects.
Elemental magic is the core of all gameplay โ every character uses magic attacks and abilities.
Deeply polytheistic world. Seven Archons are gods of each nation. Players interact with, serve, and sometimes fight these gods. Core lore is polytheistic.
Extensive orchestral soundtrack. Bards and music are thematic to game. In-game concerts.