Genshin Impact may be coming to Nintendo Switch soon

The popular game Genshin Impact, which was originally also planned for Nintendo Switch, has had a long development history. Since its official launch across multiple platforms in September 2020, fans have been waiting for years for the Switch version. So far, Genshin Impact is available on PlayStation 4, PC, Android, and iOS, and it also has a dedicated PlayStation 5 version and a release on Xbox Series consoles.

Original plans for Nintendo Switch

Genshin Impact was originally announced as a title that would also launch on Nintendo Switch. Since then, developer miHoYo has not provided any confirmation about the progress of this version. To this day, the Switch version has still not been released, which has caused a lot of confusion and frustration among fans.

Recent developments

In May 2026, dataminers discovered that version 6.5.50 of Genshin Impact includes internal updates that point to a possible Nintendo Switch release. One of the most notable findings is an internal manager for logging in with a Nintendo account, something that is not yet publicly available for regular players.

Possibility of an exclusive release

There is speculation that the Switch version could end up being exclusive to the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2, due to technical challenges in developing for the original Switch. The community is wondering whether the ongoing delays are partly related to the need to make the game run properly on the hardware limitations of the platform at the time.

Future expectations

While official confirmation of the Nintendo Switch project is still missing, there are signs from the community that an announcement could follow soon. It seems that the datamining findings, along with the recent changes to the game, paint a picture of a long-awaited Nintendo port. Until then, players will have to remain patient and wait for more clarity from miHoYo.

With Genshin Impact’s growing player base and its fans’ wishes, a release on Nintendo Switch could have a major impact on the game’s success and future development.