The revenue numbers for the recent double banner in Genshin Impact, which showcased the Electro user Yae Miko and the Pyro bow character Yoimiya, have been displayed in a chart. As the game's playable roster continues to expand, each new update introduces a double banner that includes two five-star characters and three units for the four-star lineup.
Although five-star characters in Genshin Impact are typically stronger than four-stars, the game balances this power discrepancy by making lower-rarity characters more accessible through a lower pity rate. This enables players to easily enhance their constellation levels in comparison to acquiring five-star characters.
According to a chart shared by Reddit user PomegranateStill5636, the revenue generated by the previous Yae Miko and Yoimiya double banner on Genshin Impact is quite underwhelming. Despite featuring two popular characters who are considered top picks in their respective roles, the banner only managed to secure the 42nd spot. This disappointing performance can be attributed to various factors, one of which is the inclusion of Kaedehara Kazuha, a highly sought-after character in the current banner. Additionally, the release of Honkai: Star Rail, a game with a similar gacha-based system, may have diverted the attention and spending of many players away from Genshin Impact. In fact, Star Rail's banner sales have been overshadowing the revenue generated by Genshin Impact since its release.
According to fans, the low revenue of Genshin Impact's banner can be attributed to the upcoming introduction of a new major region called Fontaine. The release of this new nation is highly anticipated within the game's community, as Genshin Impact has a history of adding one major region per year. These new regions bring a wealth of content, including events, characters, weapons, and storylines.
Many players are likely saving their Primogems to summon for the upcoming characters, particularly the highly anticipated Hydro Archon Focalors. Genshin Impact Archons are known for their flexibility and being friendly to free-to-play players, as they can be viable in various team compositions with minimal resource investment.
Genshin Impact is available now for PC, PS4, PS5, and mobile devices. A Switch version is in development.