From the moment it launched, Genshin Impact quickly became a global sensation. Not only did it revive the open-world game trend, but it also put Mihoyo on the map as one of China’s top game publishers, alongside giants like NetEase and Tencent. Recently, shocking stats revealed that the total amount of Primogems spent by players has reached a staggering $2.7 billion, which is over 62 trillion VND.
There are many reasons behind Genshin Impact’s success, and one key factor is Mihoyo’s responsiveness to players. Early on, many gamers complained about the lack of content and the game not keeping up with their pace. But Mihoyo’s commitment to releasing events and updates every 6-7 weeks kept the experience fresh over time. Plus, the slow drip of new story content, packed with intrigue, kept players hooked and curious.
Mihoyo also earned respect by sticking to their original vision and ignoring calls to add PvP, which pleased fans of open-world exploration. However, recent updates have sparked plenty of backlash. Many players feel Mihoyo has become stingy, especially compared to other games, despite the huge revenue.
Specifically, many gamers say daily rewards and event prizes are too low, especially given the $2.7 billion milestone. Since September 2021, when the 1-year anniversary event was announced, players have voiced strong criticism of Mihoyo’s plans, calling the company “stingy” and accusing them of “milking profits”.
Now, with Genshin Impact’s 2nd anniversary coming up, fans are wondering if Mihoyo will be more generous this time. But it’s worth noting that when faced with criticism about stinginess, Mihoyo has deleted many comments and even permanently banned some player accounts, which caused a lot of tension.
