Genshin Impact Nintendo Switch Release Date - Game8

Genshin Impact is not available on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. As of December 2025, there has been no news on its release. Check here for updates on the Switch Version Release Date, cross-platform support, and more in this guide!

List of Contents

• On Nintendo Switch 2
• Release Date
• Gameplay and Information
• Related Guides

Is Genshin Impact Releasing on Switch 2?

No News of Release

As of December 2025, Genshin Impact has not announced its release for Nintendo Switch 2.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to be more powerful to accomodate the game than the first Switch console. If there's ever a port of Genshin, it's more likely that it'll be released on Switch 2.

Genshin Impact Nintendo Switch Release Date

No Release Date for Nintendo Switch

It is currently not available for the Switch console. The game is only available on the PC, Android, iOS, Mac, XBox, and PS4 and PS5 platforms.

All Available Platforms

Nintendo Switch Release Date Currently Delayed

Hoyoverse has not released any recent official statements regarding the launch of Genshin Impact on the Nintendo Switch or possible reasons for its delay. With the game's current state, it is speculated that hardware limitations could be causing an issue.

Since there is also no official news on the game's progress for this console, it is currently unknown whether or not Genshin Impact's release on Nintendo Switch has been discontinued.

Genshin Impact Nintendo Switch Gameplay and Information

No Recent Information from Nintendo

Nintendo has not updated any new information or gameplay regarding Genshin Impact on the Nintendo Switch. This section will be updated as more news gets released!

JP Trailer Shows a Preview for Nintendo Switch

Before launch, Hoyoverse uploaded an official Nintendo Switch Trailer in a Japanese Version for Genshin Impact. This is a preview that shows a release will happen, but the footage in the trailer is not actual gameplay on the Nintendo Switch console.

Cross-Platform Possible on the Nintendo Switch

Though no information has been announced regarding cross-save and cross-play on the Nintendo Switch, the game might have similar features with the other platforms. Check out our guides to learn more:

Cross-Save Guide

Cross-Play Guide

Nintendo Switch Online Might be Needed

While Genshin Impact is not playable on the Switch, a subscription for Nintendo Switch Online might be needed to play the game with multiple players once it is released.

Genshin Impact Related Guides

All News and Game Info

Latest News & Game Info

Other News and Game Info

News and Game Info Guides
Version Pre-Install Guide	Server Maintenance Update
Release Date and Time	Mobile and Console Versions
Online Multiplayer	Gameplay and Battle System
List of Controls	System Requirements and File Size
Closed Beta Review	Cross-Platform Play
Cross Saves and How to Save	Get Ready for the Road
How to Pre-Register	Pre-Launch Rewards
Pre-Load Guide	Language Settings
Controller Support for PC and Mobile	Spyware Issues and Official Response
When is the Daily Reset Time?	Free Gifts and How to Redeem Codes
Nintendo Switch Release Date	Available Platforms
Anime Adaptation News	List of Mail Promotions
Geo Resonance and Zhongli Buff Announcement	HoYoverse Rebranding
Funko Pop! Merch	Serenitea Pot Placement Maintenance
OnePlus Hu Tao Collab	Official Amazon Merch Store
Dynamic Character Resolution Setting	How to Uninstall Genshin Impact
HoYoPlay Launcher Update	Free Standard 5-Star Character
PS4 Support Discontinuation	Avatar Frames Guide