Genshin Impact FES Announced for Shanghai! Fans React: Preparing for an In-Person 'Pity' System?

Recently, HoYoverse officially announced that the highly anticipated Genshin Impact FES will be held in Shanghai this August. The team dropped a promotional video with a friendly message: 'Paimon, cheer up! Old and new friends are all on their way!'

In the comment sections, veteran players reacted with a mix of excitement and skepticism. Some jokingly asked if the event would increase their 'pity' (a reference to the gacha mechanic where you get a guaranteed rare item), while others warned of the grueling heat in Shanghai and the physical exhaustion of walking tens of thousands of steps at a convention. Some even suggested extreme cost-saving measures like staying at an internet cafe overnight to save on hotel bills.

Regarding the search for affordable hotels, community members advised looking for options further along subway lines or opting for nearby business hotels. Meanwhile, others speculated whether the event might serve as the official launch platform for the new 'Fontaine' region.