Genshin Impact is preparing to say goodbye to the PlayStation 4. Starting April 8th, 2026 just about a week from now the popular open-world action RPG will no longer be playable on Sony’s last-generation console.
HoYoverse first warned players about the incoming end of support back in August 2025, citing hardware performance limitations and the growing size of the game’s application. The studio has now set the firm cutoff date, marking the end of an era for millions of PS4 players who have spent years exploring Teyvat on the older hardware.
After April 8th, PS4 users will no longer be able to log into Genshin Impact. The game will stop receiving updates on that platform entirely, and the version will effectively become unplayable. This follows earlier steps that included delisting the PS4 version from the PlayStation Store in 2025 and disabling in-game purchases in February 2026.
The decision comes as no surprise to those who have followed the game’s rapid growth. Genshin Impact has evolved significantly since its 2020 launch, with larger maps, more detailed environments, advanced graphics, and ever-expanding features. The PS4’s aging hardware has simply reached its limit.
The most important detail for affected players is that all progress in Genshin Impact is tied to your HoYoverse account, not the console. This means you can pick up exactly where you left off on any supported platform, including:
- PlayStation 5
- PC
- Xbox Series X|S
- Mobile devices (iOS and Android)
Your characters, weapons, exploration progress, story completion, and in-game purchases will all transfer seamlessly. The same account-based system applies to HoYoverse’s other titles like Honkai: Star Rail and Zenless Zone Zero.
While Genshin Impact’s overall player base is unlikely to take a major hit from this change, it still feels significant for the dedicated PS4 community. Many players stuck with the console due to its accessibility or simply because they preferred playing on it. Losing access serves as another clear signal that the 2013-era hardware is now firmly considered last-generation.
This move also reflects broader industry trends. As live-service games continue to grow in scope and technical demands, older consoles inevitably get left behind. Similar transitions have happened with other major titles, though Genshin’s massive popularity makes this one particularly noticeable.
If you are still playing Genshin Impact on PS4, you have until April 8th to make the switch. HoYoverse recommends transferring your account to a supported platform as soon as possible to avoid any last-minute issues. The process is straightforward through the official HoYoverse website or in-game account settings.
For those upgrading to a PS5, the transition should feel especially smooth thanks to backward compatibility and improved performance on Sony’s current-generation console.
Despite this platform-specific loss, Genshin Impact remains one of the most successful and actively supported live-service games in the industry. The studio continues to deliver regular major updates, new regions, characters, and story content that keep millions of players engaged across the globe.
While the end of PS4 support is disappointing for some, it also allows HoYoverse to focus development resources on platforms that can better handle the game’s growing ambitions. Players on PS5, PC, and next-gen consoles should continue to see strong performance and timely updates moving forward.
This development serves as a timely reminder of how quickly the gaming landscape evolves. For many, it may finally be the push they needed to upgrade their hardware or switch to another platform where they can keep enjoying Teyvat without limitations.
If you are one of the players affected, now is the time to make the move. Your adventures in Genshin Impact do not have to end they just need a new home.