Multiplayer mode
The multiplayer (or co-op) mode allows you to play alongside up to three other players. This can be useful when battling bosses or trying to complete a tricky side-quest. Note that if you join someone else’s game as a guest, only the host’s game will progress.
If a child is using multiplayer mode, they can accept anyone into their game, including players they may not know. With this in mind, make sure that they have their multiplayer set to “join after approval” or “reject join requests”. This will ensure that children have some control over who they’re playing with. It’s also important to remind them that playing with people they don’t know may not be safe.
Reporting and blocking functions
If a child is playing in a multiplayer mode and comes across abusive behaviour or language, they can block the player by clicking their icon in the in-game chat.
miHoYo doesn’t have a specific reporting function andtheir termsare not particularly clear on how they respond to breaches of their code of conduct. If your have experienced a problem with a player, your best option is to block the player andsubmit a written complaintto miHoYo via email.
Surrounding community
There’s a vibrant community around Genshin Impact, particularly given the regular updates involved.
One of the advantages of multiplayer mode is the ability to chat to other players, viaDiscordchats, miHoYo’s own forumHoYoLabor on Reddit forums.
Whatever space or platform your child is using to interact with other players, make sure they are aware of the blocking and reporting functions available.
Many players also useTwitchor YouTube to stream their gameplay. If your child is watching someone play on Twitch, keep in mind that these streamers may well have spent money to purchase the best characters and weapons. A lot of streamers will stream videos of them opening Wishes, which can encourage young people to keep spending to be a part of this community.
Sexualised character design
Genshin Impact is rated PEGI-12 – although, as mentioned, it does not require users to verify their age – which means that it cannot contain any sexually explicit content. However, some characters (particularly female characters) have revealing costumes that you may not be comfortable with your child seeing.
Those involved in the Genshin Impact community sometimes create their own depictions of characters as fan art, which may be overtly sexualised or even p*rnographic in nature. Again, if your child is involved in any of these communities or forums they may come across sexualised images that could be distressing.
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This article was last updated on 02/06/23.
