Genshin Impact has grown into more than just a game — it's a world people escape into. It's a place full of mountains that beg to be climbed, mysteries hidden under ruins, and a combat system that feels more like orchestrating a symphony of elements than just button mashing. When I first started, I remember feeling overwhelmed. There were menus on menus, half a dozen currencies, and so many characters that I kept wondering whether I was "building" them correctly. I made mistakes, wasted resources, and ignored mechanics I should have learned earlier.

This guide is written the way I wish someone explained things to me — not in technical jargon, but in real, understandable terms, with personal experiences, small mistakes, and the "ohhhh, that makes sense now" moments that happen along the journey.

Let's get into it 🌿

1. Setting Up Your Account the Right Way

Before you step foot into Teyvat, make sure your account is properly secured. This seems boring, but trust me, nothing feels worse than losing progress.

Key steps:

1. Create a HoYoverse account using an email you will always have access to.
2. Enable two-factor authentication.
3. Link your account to all platforms so you can switch between PC, console, and phone smoothly.

2. Learn the Core Progression Terms

You'll see words like AR, WL, and Resin thrown around right away. Here's a clean breakdown:

3. Explore Like You're Actually Traveling

Genshin rewards players who are curious. Don't sprint from quest marker to quest marker — look around.

Exploration tips:

• Unlock teleport waypoints immediately when you see them.
• Climb mountains just to see what's on the other side.
• Open every chest (even the simple ones).
• Collect Oculi for stamina upgrades — they help more than people realize.

4. Understand Elemental Combat (It's the Heart of the Game)

There is no single strongest element. Power comes from reactions.

Play like you're mixing spices in a recipe — the right combination tastes (or hits) better 🍲

5. Build a Balanced Team

A typical team has roles:

6. Don't Upgrade Every Character

Genshin gives you many characters early. Don't try to level all of them.

Focus resources on:

1. 1 Main DPS
2. 1 Support/Sub DPS
3. 1 Healer or Shield User

7. Learn to Manage Resin (The Hidden Key to Progression)

Resin regenerates slowly. Use it wisely.

Best Resin uses early game:

• World Bosses → character ascension materials
• Weapon material domains (some days only!)
• Ley Lines if you absolutely need EXP or Mora

8. Don't Blow Your Primogems Immediately

This is where many beginners slip. Pulling is fun — I get it. But smart pulling feels better.

Save Primogems for limited banners with strong featured characters instead of the basic banner.

9. Understand Artifacts (But Don't Stress Too Early)

Artifacts are your gear. They look complicated at first, but here's the simple version:

• Early game: Use blue and purple artifacts with useful main stats.
• Focus stats like Attack%, Crit Rate, Crit Damage, and HP% depending on the character.
• Don't farm 5★ artifacts until AR 40+.

10. Adventure Rank = Content Unlock

Don't grind AR for the sake of grinding. It comes naturally through:

• Story quests
• Exploration
• Daily commissions

Once you relax, progression feels smoother.

11. Build a Simple Daily Routine

This prevents burnout while still progressing:

• Do your 4 daily commissions
• Spend Resin
• Pick 1 small exploration task (waypoints, chests, puzzles)
• Gather character ascension materials for whoever you're building

12. Try Co-Op (But Don't Rush Into It)

Co-op unlocks at AR 16 and can:

• Make bosses easier
• Help you learn different characters
• Be chaotic and fun 🎉

Just communicate roles and elements — coordinated reactions deal way more damage.

13. Avoid Common Beginner Mistakes

Believe me, I've made all of these:

• Leveling every character because they look cool
• Farming 5★ artifacts too early
• Spending Resin randomly
• Pulling impulsively because "maybe I'll get lucky"
• Ignoring food, shields, and dodging mechanics

Awareness is half the battle.

14. Playing Free-to-Play Works (Really)

You do not need to spend money to enjoy Genshin.

Strong free characters:

• Xiangling (amazing DPS, from Spiral Abyss)
• Bennett (top-tier support)
• Xingqiu (incredible reaction enabler)

15. Set Long-Term Goals and Enjoy the Journey

The truth is: Genshin is not a sprint. It's a slow-burn adventure.

Example long-term goals:

• Build 2–3 complete teams
• Clear Spiral Abyss floors for consistent Primogems
• Explore every region slowly and intentionally
• Collect characters you love, not just the "meta" ones

Conclusion

Genshin Impact is at its best when you approach it with curiosity, patience, and a willingness to experiment. You'll grow stronger naturally — there's no need to rush. Learn how elements interact, build one character at a time, explore with intention, and save your Primogems wisely.