A recent leak revealed that Genshin Impact will launch an Auto Chess mode in update 5.6, scheduled for May 7, 2025. According to dataminers, the new game mode will feature both PvP and PvE. It will also have a progression system that includes its own currency, equipment, artifacts, and talents.
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Although HoYoverse hasn't made an official announcement yet, there are indications that the mode will be inspired by the board game Liyue Millennial, created by the character Ningguang within the game's lore. This board has appeared briefly in previous events, and the introduction of a more in-depth system could be a way to expand the Teyvat universe, giving players a strategic experience within Genshin Impact.
Genshin Impact's New Mode May Be a Permanent Addition
In recent years, Genshin Impact has incorporated different game modes to diversify its gameplay. The Genius Invokation TCG, a card game introduced as a temporary activity, became permanent after its popularity among players. The same could happen with Auto Chess; simplified versions of the mechanic have already appeared in past events and received a positive response from the community.
Furthermore, the presence of a progression system indicates that the activity can be more than a passing event. Temporary modes generally don't offer lasting progression, while permanent activities, like the TCG itself, typically feature frequent updates and ongoing rewards. If the developer chooses to make auto chess a permanent part of the game, it could become another alternative. This way, it will be viable for players who prefer strategic challenges over traditional combat and exploration.
Content expansion and player experience improvements
Since the beginning of the Natlan era, Genshin Impact has received a series of updates aimed at improving the player experience. HoYoverse has made adjustments to the gacha system, refined endgame content, and introduced new forms of entertainment into the game. The Imaginarium Theater, for example, now offers new challenges and mechanics, such as Thespian Tricks and Envisaged Echoes, making the content more dynamic.
Another recent example was the Repertoire mode of Myriad Melodies, a rhythm game that began as an event before becoming a permanent addition to the game. Therefore, if the developer follows the same strategy, auto chess could be incorporated permanently, allowing players to invest time and resources in their progression.
If the leaks are correct, Genshin Impact version 5.6, scheduled for May 2025, could mark a new phase in the game's content expansion. With the introduction of Auto Chess, players will have a new gameplay option that promises to bring strategic challenges and further expand the universe of HoYoverse's open-world RPG.
