Has Anyone Hit 90 Pity? Understanding Genshin Impact’s Gacha System
Yes, absolutely, it is entirely possible for players to hit 90 pity in Genshin Impact. While it’s statistically unlikely, especially on character banners with a hard pity at 90 wishes, the randomness inherent in gacha systems means it can and does happen to players. This article delves into the intricacies of Genshin Impact’s pity system, explores the probabilities involved, and answers common questions surrounding the elusive 90-pity scenario.
Understanding Genshin Impact’s Pity System
The pity system in Genshin Impact is designed to guarantee players a 5-star character or weapon after a certain number of wishes. This system is in place to prevent players from spending exorbitant amounts of money without receiving the desired high-rarity items.
Soft Pity vs. Hard Pity
It’s crucial to understand the difference between soft pity and hard pity.
- Soft Pity: This refers to the increased probability of pulling a 5-star character or weapon before reaching the hard pity. In Genshin Impact’s character banner, soft pity typically begins around the 75th wish. From this point onwards, the odds of obtaining a 5-star significantly increase with each subsequent wish. While not officially confirmed for every banner type, many players and data miners have observed similar behavior on weapon banners.
- Hard Pity: This is the absolute maximum number of wishes required to guarantee a 5-star item. For character banners, the hard pity is at 90 wishes. This means that if you haven’t received a 5-star after 89 wishes, your 90th wish will definitely grant you one. Weapon banners have a hard pity at 80 wishes.
How Pity Carries Over
A vital aspect of the pity system is its carry-over mechanism. If you don’t obtain a 5-star before the end of a banner, your pity count will transfer to the next banner of the same type. For example, if you make 50 wishes on a character banner and the banner ends, your pity count of 50 will carry over to the next character banner. This ensures that your progress isn’t lost when a banner rotates. This applies separately to character event banners, weapon event banners, and standard banners.
The 50/50 System
On limited character banners, there’s also the 50/50 system. When you pull your first 5-star, there’s a 50% chance it will be the featured character on the banner. If you lose the 50/50, you’ll receive a standard 5-star character (Diluc, Jean, Qiqi, Mona, or Keqing). However, the next 5-star you pull is guaranteed to be the featured character. This is often referred to as being “guaranteed.”
The Unlikely Scenario of Hitting 90 Pity
While the pity system is in place to guarantee a 5-star, hitting the full 90 pity is considered statistically unlucky. The soft pity system generally kicks in before this point, making it more probable to obtain a 5-star between wishes 75 and 89. However, the randomness of the gacha system dictates that some players will inevitably experience the full 90-wish wait.
Factors Contributing to Reaching 90 Pity
Several factors can contribute to a player reaching the 90-pity mark:
- Unfavorable RNG: The most obvious factor is simply bad luck. Even with soft pity in effect, the chances of pulling a 5-star remain relatively low until very close to the hard pity.
- Small Sample Size: If a player has only made a few wishes on a banner, they may not have experienced the benefits of soft pity yet.
- Misunderstanding the Pity System: Some players might not fully understand how the pity system works and might misinterpret their pull history.
The Emotional Impact
Reaching 90 pity can be disheartening for players, especially if they were hoping to acquire the desired character or weapon sooner. It highlights the inherent element of chance in gacha games and can lead to frustration and disappointment.
FAQs About Genshin Impact’s Pity System
Here are some frequently asked questions about Genshin Impact’s pity system:
1. How do I check my pity count?
You can check your pity count by navigating to the “Wish” screen, selecting the banner you’re interested in, and clicking on the “History” button. You’ll need to manually count the number of wishes since your last 5-star item to determine your current pity. Many third-party tools exist to automate this process.
2. Does pity carry over between different types of banners?
No, pity is tracked separately for each banner type: character event banners, weapon event banners, and standard banners. Pity from a character event banner will only carry over to the next character event banner, and so on.
3. What happens if I get a 5-star early?
If you obtain a 5-star item before reaching the soft or hard pity, your pity count resets to zero.
4. Does the Standard Banner have a pity system?
Yes, the Standard Banner also has a pity system. The hard pity for a 5-star character or weapon on the Standard Banner is 90 wishes.
5. How does the 50/50 system work on character banners?
When you pull your first 5-star character on a limited character banner, there’s a 50% chance it will be the featured character. If you don’t get the featured character (you “lose” the 50/50), the next 5-star character you pull is guaranteed to be the featured character.
6. What happens if I switch banners before reaching pity?
Your pity count will remain intact on the original banner and will be waiting for you if you decide to return to it before its end. You will also start with zero pity on any new banner you choose.
7. Are the pity rates different for different characters?
No, the pity rates are the same for all characters on a limited character banner. The odds of pulling a 5-star character increase as you approach the hard pity, regardless of which character is featured.
8. Can I get the same 5-star character multiple times in a row?
Yes, it’s possible to get the same 5-star character multiple times in a row, even when you’re guaranteed. If you are guaranteed and receive the featured character, your guarantee will be reset. If you lose the 50/50 and receive a standard character, you could potentially pull the same standard character again on your next 5-star, although this is statistically rare.
9. How does the Epitomized Path work on weapon banners?
The Epitomized Path on weapon banners allows you to designate one of the two featured weapons as your desired weapon. If you obtain a 5-star weapon that isn’t your designated weapon, you will receive one Fate Point. After accumulating two Fate Points, your next 5-star weapon is guaranteed to be the weapon you designated. Fate Points do not carry over between weapon banners.
10. Is it better to wish on the character banner or the weapon banner?
This depends on your priorities. Character banners offer the opportunity to obtain powerful and versatile characters, while weapon banners can significantly enhance the performance of your existing characters. Consider your current roster and your gameplay goals when making this decision. Be aware that weapon banners are generally considered less F2P friendly due to the Epitomized Path system.
11. Are there any events that increase the chance of getting a 5-star character or weapon?
Occasionally, miHoYo will run events that offer bonus rewards for wishing, such as extra materials or Primogems. However, they generally do not increase the base rates of pulling 5-star characters or weapons.
12. How much does it cost to hit hard pity?
One wish costs 160 Primogems. Therefore, hitting hard pity on a character banner (90 wishes) costs 14,400 Primogems. Hitting hard pity on a weapon banner (80 wishes) costs 12,800 Primogems.
13. What’s the difference between “Event Wish” and “Standard Wish”?
“Event Wish” refers to the limited character and weapon banners, which feature specific characters or weapons and have a 50/50 system. “Standard Wish” refers to the Wanderlust Invocation banner, which includes a pool of standard 5-star characters and weapons.
14. Are the drop rates published for each banner?
Yes, miHoYo is required to publish the drop rates for all banners. These rates can be found in the “Details” section of each banner.
15. If I get a constellation for a character I already have, does it reset my pity?
Getting a constellation for a character you already have does not reset your pity count. Pity is only reset when you obtain a 5-star character or weapon.
Conclusion
While hitting 90 pity in Genshin Impact is a rare occurrence, it is a testament to the inherent randomness of gacha systems. Understanding the intricacies of the pity system, including soft pity, hard pity, and the 50/50 system, can help players make informed decisions about their wishing strategies. Despite the potential for disappointment, the pity system ultimately provides a guarantee that players will eventually obtain the coveted 5-star characters and weapons they desire.