Understanding Genshin Impact’s Soft Pity System: A Comprehensive Guide
So, you’re diving into the world of Genshin Impact and trying to understand its gacha mechanics, especially the elusive soft pity? The short answer: Soft pity generally begins around the 75th wish on character and standard banners. However, the increase in 5-star drop rates actually begins subtly sooner, around pulls 70-74, accelerating considerably closer to the 75th pull. This means you’re much more likely to get a 5-star character or weapon between pulls 75 and 90. Let’s delve deeper!
Decoding the Genshin Impact Wish System
Genshin Impact’s gacha system, often referred to as the “Wish” system, is the core mechanic for obtaining new characters and weapons. Understanding the nuances of this system, especially pity and soft pity, can significantly impact your primogem spending strategies. It’s not just blind luck; there’s a method to the madness!
The base rate for pulling a 5-star character or weapon is a mere 0.6%. Yikes! This is where the pity system comes in. Pity is essentially a guaranteed safety net. After a certain number of wishes without obtaining a 5-star, the game guarantees you’ll get one. There are two types of pity: hard pity and soft pity.
Hard Pity: As the name suggests, this is the absolute maximum number of wishes you’ll need to guarantee a 5-star. On character and standard banners, hard pity is at 90 wishes. If you haven’t gotten a 5-star by your 89th wish, your 90th will absolutely deliver. Weapon banners have a hard pity at 80 wishes.
Soft Pity: This is where things get interesting. Soft pity is a hidden mechanic where the game gradually increases the chances of pulling a 5-star character before reaching hard pity. While the exact increase isn’t officially stated by miHoYo, the community has gathered considerable evidence to suggest it starts around wish number 75. In reality, this boost starts a little before the 75th wish. In the wishes between 70-74, the rate gently increases and becomes noticeable as you make wishes closer to the 75th one.
Why is Soft Pity Important?
Understanding soft pity is crucial for efficient primogem management. Knowing that your odds increase significantly after 70 or so pulls means you might adjust your wishing strategy. For instance, if you’re close to soft pity and have a character you really want, you might consider spending a few more primogems to try and snag them before the banner ends. If you’re not that desperate, you might choose to save those primogems and wait for a banner featuring a character you desire more.
The 50/50 System: Another Layer of Complexity
Adding to the complexity is the 50/50 system on character event banners. When you finally pull that 5-star, you have a 50% chance of getting the featured character on the banner. If you lose the 50/50 (meaning you get a non-featured 5-star), your next 5-star pull is guaranteed to be the featured character. This guarantee carries over between banners of the same type, so don’t worry about losing your progress!
It’s essential to note that Fate Points on the Weapon Event Wish banner do not carry over.
How Pity Carries Over
A fantastic aspect of Genshin Impact’s pity system is that it carries over between banners of the same type. This means that if you make 50 wishes on one character event banner and don’t get a 5-star, those 50 wishes will count towards your pity on the next character event banner. This ensures that your previous wishes aren’t wasted.
Important Note: Pity counters are tracked separately for each type of banner (Character Event, Weapon Event, and Standard). Keep this in mind when planning your wishes!
Strategic Wishing: Tips and Tricks
Here are a few tips to maximize your wishing efficiency:
- Track Your Wishes: Use a wish tracker (many are available online) to keep track of your pity count on each banner. This helps you make informed decisions about when to wish.
- Plan Ahead: Identify the characters or weapons you really want and save primogems accordingly. Don’t just wish randomly!
- Consider the 50/50: If you’re close to soft pity, think about whether you’re willing to risk the 50/50. If you’re not, you might want to save your primogems until you have enough to guarantee the featured character.
- Don’t Chase Every Banner: It’s tempting to wish on every new banner, but it’s often more efficient to focus on the characters or weapons that will significantly improve your team.
FAQs: Delving Deeper into Genshin Impact’s Pity System
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about Genshin Impact’s pity system:
1. Is soft pity 70 or 75?
While some suggest it’s at 70, soft pity is generally considered to start around the 75th wish, with the increase actually starting around the 70-74 range. The increased rates become more significant as you approach the 75th pull.
2. Can you get a 5 star on soft pity?
Absolutely! Soft pity increases your chances of getting a 5-star character or weapon. Many players obtain 5-stars within the soft pity range (75-90 wishes).
3. Does pity reset after 6 months?
No, your pity does not expire or reset after any amount of time. It only resets when you successfully pull a 5-star character or weapon.
4. What is the 5 * rate in Genshin?
The base rate for a 5-star character or weapon is 0.6%. This increases significantly once you enter soft pity.
5. Can I get a 5 star in 20 pulls?
While theoretically possible, it’s extremely unlikely. The odds are heavily stacked against you. You’re more likely to see a shooting star fall in broad daylight.
6. How many primogems is 90 wishes?
You need 14,400 primogems to make 90 wishes (160 primogems per wish).
7. Does 50 50 carry over Genshin?
Yes! The 50/50 guarantee carries over between banners of the same type. If you lose the 50/50 on one character event banner, your next 5-star pull on a character event banner is guaranteed to be the featured character.
8. Does losing a 50 50 reset pity Genshin?
Losing the 50/50 does not reset your pity. Your pity only resets when you successfully pull a 5-star character or weapon.
9. Does soft pity start at 75?
As mentioned earlier, soft pity effectively begins around the 75th wish, although subtle increases start between 70-74.
10. Is there a 50 50 in honkai star rail?
Yes, Honkai: Star Rail, also developed by miHoYo, features a similar 50/50 system.
11. What is the average soft pity in Genshin?
Most players tend to get a 5-star character or weapon within the soft pity range, which is generally between 75 and 90 wishes.
12. How do you calculate soft pity?
There’s no precise formula for calculating soft pity because the exact rate increase is unknown. The best approach is to track your wishes and be aware that your chances increase significantly after around 70 wishes.
13. How many primos do you need for 10 wishes?
You need 1,600 primogems to make 10 wishes.
14. Does pity reset if you don’t wish?
No, your pity does not reset if you don’t wish. It remains the same until you pull a 5-star character or weapon.
15. Why did my pity reset?
Your pity resets only when you successfully pull a 5-star character or weapon.
Conclusion
The Genshin Impact Wish system, with its layers of pity, 50/50, and strategic considerations, can seem daunting at first. However, with a solid understanding of these mechanics, you can greatly improve your chances of acquiring the characters and weapons you desire. Remember to track your wishes, plan your primogem spending, and most importantly, have fun! Remember also that there are academic organizations and groups who study the design and impact of video games. Organizations like the Games Learning Society contribute to the community’s overall knowledge and awareness of gacha games and how they impact players. Check out more at GamesLearningSociety.org. Good luck, Traveler, and may your wishes be blessed!