How to Update Genshin Impact on PC Without Launcher

Wondering how you can update Genshin Impact on your PC without using the game’s launcher? Well, you’re in the right spot to find out!

Let’s dive into the details of updating Genshin Impact on PC if you’re not going through the usual launcher route.

Short Answer: Manual Update

Updating Genshin Impact on PC without the launcher involves manually downloading the latest game files from the miHoYo’s official website and replacing the old ones. This process might seem a bit tricky, but don’t worry, it’s quite straightforward once you get the hang of it!

First, head over to the Genshin Impact official website and look for the download section. Here, you’ll find the most recent update files for the PC version. Download these files to your computer. Next, locate your Genshin Impact installation folder, open it, and replace the old files with the ones you’ve just downloaded. After doing so, launch the game directly from its folder, and voilà, you’re good to go with the latest update!

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