Genshin Impact Ends PS4 Support: Dates, Migration, and Next Steps

Genshin Impact PS4 Sunset: What It Means for Players and the Future of Teyvat

Genshin Impact’s journey on PlayStation 4 is drawing to a close. Developer HoYoverse has officially announced that support for the platform will end by 2026-04-08, citing persistent hardware and application size limitations. For a game that has redefined what gacha RPGs can achieve on consoles, this marks a major milestone—and leaves a roadmap that every PS4 Traveler needs to navigate soon.

For current PS4 players, the next eight months are crucial. Migration deadlines, in-game purchase policies, and the timeline for claiming existing items have all been locked in. Whether you’re a Teyvat explorer since launch or picked up your first Primogem only recently, here’s what these changes mean for your account, your pulls, and your teams.

At a Glance: Key Shutdown Dates and Changes

2025-09-10: Genshin Impact download removed from PlayStation Store (UTC+0)
2026-02-25: All PS4 in-game purchases disabled (UTC+0)
2026-04-08: Official service shutdown for PS4
Migration: All claimed progress and data are safe when moving accounts to PS5 or other supported platforms
PS5 & Other Platforms: No change in availability or game status

Timeline: Genshin Impact PS4 Shutdown Schedule

| Phase | Start | End | Key Impact |
|————————–|——————|——————|———————————————|
| Download Unavailable | 2025-09-10 UTC+0 | – | Cannot newly download on PS4 Store |
| In-Game Purchase Cutoff | – | 2026-02-25 UTC+0 | Cannot buy Genesis Crystals and packs |
| Final Service Shutdown | – | 2026-04-08 UTC+0 | Game closes for PS4; claim via PS5 only |

Official details: HoYoverse announcement

Why Is Genshin Impact Leaving PS4 Now?

HoYoverse has attributed the decision to ongoing technical limitations: the PS4’s hardware performance and the growing application size. As Teyvat expands—with each update adding new regions, characters, and ever-richer events—the PS4 hardware lags behind in load times, asset management, and update requirements. Industry-wide, gacha and live-service titles are increasingly focused on scalable, next-gen-ready platforms (
see: Genshin Impact 'Luna I' Patch Starts 2025-09-10: Key Shifts & PS4 Sunsetting).

While this move is disappointing for those unable to upgrade, it enables the dev team to push Genshin Impact’s technical boundaries for all other player bases—especially as cross-save and cross-play remain priorities across PS5, PC, iOS, Android, and Xbox Series X/S.

What Should PS4 Players Do Now?

Every PS4 Traveler should review this quick checklist to keep their progress, pulls, and in-game purchases secure:

Migration Checklist

Before 2026-04-08: Log in to PS4 to claim any unredeemed PlayStation Store purchases.
After 2026-04-08: Purchase claims must be made on PS5—migration is required.
Link your miHoYo account: Ensure your account is properly bound, so progress and items transfer between PlayStation and other platforms.
Download the game on PS5, PC, mobile, or Xbox: Your progress will be waiting; cross-save is fully supported.
Track regional server deadlines: Dates above are based on UTC+0; check for local variations if applicable.
Migration Guide for detailed step-by-step instructions.

Will Banners, Events, or Rewards Be Impacted?

Not stated in official materials. All changes affect only the platform, not the in-game banner schedule or rates. As of this writing, no upcoming banners, events, or limited-time rewards have been announced as exclusive to PS4 or tied to the shutdown. Banner data, event calendars, and rerun predictions remain consistent—see Genshin Impact Sunsets on PS4: Shutdown Timeline and Player Impact for the latest event guidance.

Should You Switch Platforms—or Wait?

Pull if:

You want to enter upcoming banners or participate in limited-time events before deadlines.
You prefer smoother load times and graphical upgrades on PS5/PC/mobile.

Wait or Save if:

Upgrading equipment is not currently feasible, and mainline progression remains adequate on PS4 (until closure).
You’re planning to claim all unredeemed purchases before 2026-04-08.

For F2P/Low-Spend/TRAVELERS:

The cross-save feature ensures that your investment in builds, pity, and Welkin/Battle Passes is preserved. No Primogem loss is expected during migration.

Tips for Collectors and Completionists

Claim all rare PS4-exclusive items, such as PlayStation-themed wings or gliders, before the shutdown.
Maintain a proactive login schedule to avoid missing cutoffs for time-limited content.

Industry Context: A Broader Shift for Gacha Games

Genshin Impact’s move echoes similar transitions in the live-service gacha genre—where games gradually phase out late-generation console support to keep pace with new content demands and player expectations. As application file sizes rise for games like Honkai: Star Rail and others, studios increasingly prioritize hardware capable of rapid updates and complex rendering. Looking forward, expect Genshin Impact to leverage PS5 and PC power for new regions, advanced visuals, and expanded co-op systems.

Community Signals & Official Communication

All statements in this article are based on direct communications from HoYoverse (see the official HoYoLAB announcement). No player compensation, rerun banners, or platform-exclusive events tied to the shutdown have been announced as of publication.

Visuals for Your Migration

PS4 Farewell: Key art showing PS4 characters overlooking Mondstadt or Liyue—captures nostalgia for early adopters.
Migration Step-By-Step: A breakdown diagram (recommended for guides) highlighting cross-save and account linking on PlayStation Network.

Alt text: “A Genshin Impact character gazes at Teyvat’s sunset skyline with a PlayStation logo in the background, illustrating the PS4 shutdown transition.”

What’s Next for Teyvat?

Genshin Impact is evolving as new stories, characters, and events arrive—unhindered by older hardware. While this chapter closes for PlayStation 4, all eyes are now on what HoYoverse will achieve on next-gen platforms. As updates roll out and the player community adapts, EarlyGG will continue to provide in-depth guides, migration steps, and banner breakdowns for every Traveler’s journey forward.

For further details, check our PS4 shutdown timeline and player impact analysis, or visit the official HoYoLAB announcement.