Genshin Impactrecently released its first large-scale patch with the 2.0 update. This marks the addition of the Inazuma region, a huge new area full of discoveries, quests, and characters for players to enjoy.Genshin Impact2.0 also brought about some key quality-of-life features, such as full cross-save compatibility between PC/Android/iOS accounts and PlayStation Network accounts.
To further exemplify the growing cooperation between miHoYo and the PlayStation brand, the popular protagonist ofHorizon Zero DawnAloy is coming toGenshin Impactas part of a special collaboration. This guide will explainhow to get Aloy inGenshin Impacton both the PlayStation and PC/mobile versions of the game.
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The upcoming collab withHorizon Zero Dawnis the first timeGenshin Impactwill cross over with properties outside of the miHoYo umbrella.Genshin Impacthas enjoyed massive popularity since its 2020 release, to the point that it has topped the list oftrending Twitter gaming conversations. It comes as no surprise that other companies would want to share the spotlight. And withGenshin Impactbecoming an established part of the PS4/PS5 library, Sony surely saw an opportunity to promote its upcomingHorizon Forbidden Westproject.
How to Get Aloy in Genshin Impact
Aloy will become available during a promotional event period when Version 2.1adds the playable character Baal toGenshin Impact. During the event, players who have reached Adventure Rank 20 or higher will be able toclaim Aloy for free via in-game mail.
TheHorizon Zero Dawncollaboration event will roll out in two phases:
Fans can expectGenshin ImpactVersion 2.1 to launch onSeptember 1, 2021. Version 2.3 is scheduled to release on November 24. This means that there will be more than two months during which Aloy will be available. Gamers who want to play as theHorizon Forbidden Westheroin the world of Teyvat will have plenty of time to make sure they claim this special character before she becomes unavailable.
Aloy will be a 5-star character inGenshin Impact. 5-star characters usually require extreme luck or deep pockets to get, but fans can claim this one for free during the event period. Aloy will be a Cryo bow-user, which could make her valuable for certain party compositions. Players who missed out on the other popular5-star Cryo bow-user Ganyumight find some solace when they add Aloy to their roster.
Genshin Impactis available now on Mobile, PC, PS4, and PS5, with a Switch version in development.
