Get ready for an exciting fusion of gaming and fast food as Genshin Impact teams up with McDonald's! This collaboration promises to bring a unique experience to fans around the world. Let's dive into what we know so far.
A Taste of Teyvat
Genshin Impact is cooking up something sweet! Cryptic tweets posted on X hint at the mobile gacha game's collaboration with McDonald's. The buzz started when McDonald's playfully tweeted, asking fans to "text 'traveler' to +1 (707) 932-4826 to guess the next quest." Genshin Impact responded with a playful "Ugh?" and a meme from 2021 featuring Paimon wearing a McDonald's hat, sparking excitement and speculation among fans.
HoYoverse quickly joined the teasing with their own cryptic post on X, showcasing a random assortment of in-game items and captioning it, "A mysterious note of unknown origin. All that’s on it are some strange symbols." It didn't take long for fans to crack the code, realizing that the initials of these items spelled out "McDonald’s."
Following this, McDonald’s official social media accounts updated their profiles with Genshin-themed elements. Their X bio hinted at a "new quest" unlocking on September 17th, adding to the anticipation. This collaboration has been hinted at for over a year, with McDonald's playfully tweeting about Fontaine's drive-thru during Genshin’s version 4.0 release.
Genshin Impact has a stellar history of collaborations, ranging from gaming giants like Horizon: Zero Dawn to real-world brands like Cadillac. Even fast-food chains like KFC in China have joined the fun, offering exclusive in-game items, limited-edition toys, and a unique Wind Glider.
While the specifics of the Genshin Impact and McDonald’s collaboration remain under wraps, the potential for global reach is high. Unlike the KFC partnership, which was limited to China, McDonald’s US Facebook profile change suggests a broader scope for this collab.
Could we soon be enjoying a side of Teyvat fried eggs with our Big Mac? We’ll find out more on September 17th. Stay tuned for what promises to be a delicious and adventurous crossover!
