A new trailer forGenshin Impactshows off the upcoming “Genius Invokation TCG” game mode coming to the game with the launch of Version 3.3. TheTCG mode’s introduction to HoYoVerse’s breakout hit RPGwas first revealed during the Special Program for Version 3.1, set to be a permanent addition to the game. The TCG has been shown to feature cards based on the game’s cast of characters with fan-favorites like Ayaka, Fischl, and Diluc included among others. Now, with just under a week until the game mode’s debut, HoYoVerse has released a brand-new trailer for Genius Invokation TCG.
Genshin Impact’s next update has been one of the game’s most anticipated in recent editions for multiple reasons. Alongside the new permanent TCG mode, Version 3.3 will also finally welcome the long-awaited Wanderer to the game with the Fatui Harbinger as one of the most highly-requested characters from fans. HoYoVerse has also confirmed multiple re-runs of popular characters running during Version 3.3, including the return of the massively popular Raiden Shogun during the second half. Now,Genshinis gearing up for its newest permanent game mode.
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The official gameplay trailer, titled “Let’s Play Genius Invokation TCG,” gives players an idea of what to expect from the TCG mode’s addition during the upcoming patch. While the trailer does not give a clear picture of how the game plays, the showcase features each player having a party of three characters alongside summons based on characters like Guoba, Oz, and the Anemo Hypostasis. The trailer also teases several otherGenshin Impactcharacters players will be able to facelike Ganyu, Cyno, and Sucrose among others.
The addition of Genius Invokation TCG toGenshin Impactcomes as HoYoVerse has been criticized for the lack of endgame content in the RPG. While the TCG mode offers a new permanent game feature, many fans have called for HoYoVerse to provide more combat-focused permanent additions to the game. HoYoVerse has previously stated it has no plans to addmore endgame content like Spiral Abyss toGenshin Impact, a decision that received significant backlash from fans.
Genshin Impact’s upcoming Version 3.3 is set to feature a wide variety of content for players to take in during the new update. The update’s main event is set to be the “Akitsu Kimodameshi,” featuring a variety of mini-games, with others includingthe new “Across the Wilderness” eventand the return of the popular Windtrace mini-game.Genshin Impactis also set to add two new artifact sets to the game with Version 3.3, geared towards buffing some of the game’s newest characters. Between the TCG, Wanderer’s release, and a plethora of events,Genshin Impactlooks to have plenty in store for Version 3.3.
Genshin Impactis available now for PC, PS4, PS5, and mobile devices. A Switch version is in development.