Genshin Impact will be releasing their latest patch update, Version 4.2 “Masquerade of the Guilty” on November 8th, 2023. This is a whole new Regional update patch to introduce and continue with your adventures to the journey of Fontaine. With a brand new sub-region, World Story quests, Events, etc., the new patch is bound to have an abundance of Primogems in store for us. Free-to-play players should take advantage of the new update and collect those free Primogems. This guide provides the players a rough estimate of how many free Primogems any individual may obtain if they play all the contents of the Genshin Impact 4.2 update.
How to get free Primogems with Genshin Impact 4.2 Update
1. Daily Commissions
The 4.2 patch will run for six whole weeks as usual. Players can gain 60 Primogems for a total of 42 days if they complete their commissions on time before the daily reset hits. A total of 2520 Primogems (42 x 60) can be obtained
2. Spiral Abyss
The Spiral Abyss resets every 15 days from Floor 8 to Floor 12. Each Floor has 3 Chambers where they reward you with 50 Primogems if the player can finish the challenges on time (so the players can obtain 150 Primogems every Floor). A total of 600 Primogems are given each Spiral Abyss rotation. The Abyss will reset about three times during the 4.2 patch meaning you can obtain a total of 1800 Primogems (600 x 3).
3. Paimon’s Bargains (Stardust Exchange)
In the Paimon’s Bargains Shop, there is a section called Stardust Exchange where players can purchase a total of 5 Acquaint Fates and 5 Intertwined Fates in exchange for Stardust (which is obtained by Wishing).
The Shop resets every month on the first day of the week so make sure you buy the Fates before that. According to the patch timeline, players can obtain 5 Intertwined Fates (800 Primogems) in the update during the December 2023 reset.
4. HoYoLAB Daily Check-In
Genshin Impact has a Daily Check-In reward system each month at their HoYoLAB website where players can obtain a total of 100 primogems just by checking in the HoYoLAB App or Website. Tip: Players don’t need to complete the whole month to acquire 60 primogems each, only check in for 18 days straight.
5. Version 4.2 Update Compensation
When a new patch update hits, Genshin Impact takes a few hours (mainly around 5 hours) for maintenance of the update. After maintenance is done, players can log in to enjoy the fresh new patch update and also receive compensation in their Mail for the maintenance (600 primogems). Be warned that players should claim this mail during the update or else it will expire.
6. Version 4.2 Livestream
To bring excitement and hype around new updates, Genshin Impact usually hosts a Livestream for the upcoming patch and reveals bits through trailers and discussions. During the Livestream, they bring out three Codes to redeem where each code rewards you with 100 primogems. A total of 300 primogems can be obtained. Be sure to redeem the codes as soon as possible as they expire after 24 hours or less.
7. Test Runs
Each five-star they run banners for during the updates has a Test Run where players can check out the playable characters and how they function. After completing the Test Runs, players can claim 20 Primogems plus ascension materials for said characters.
The new limited character, Furina, and the re-run characters, Baizhu, Cyno and Kamisato Ayato, will be having their re-run banners during the 4.2 updates hence a total of 80 Primogems can be obtained.
8. Permanent Story and Archons Quests
A new update means new Quests to complete whether they are World Quests, Archon Quests, Story Quests, or a simple Hangout quest. The new 4.2 update has an abundance of quest content that players can fully play and immerse themselves into the story.
Each Story and Archon Quest gives us 60 Primogems whereas World Quests vary in terms of content. Here is a complete breakdown of the new quests and the estimated Primogems that players can receive from this permanent content:
- Archon Quest Fontaine Chapter IV ACT V: Masquerade of the Guilty (120 Primogems)
- Furina Story Quest Chapter Animula Choragi Act I: The Little Oceanid (60 Primogems)
- All 4.2 Fontaine World Quests (~1000 Primogems)
9. Achievements
More achievement tasks are added to the new update of the game, including a whole new Achievement Category due to the new Region, Quests, and Exploration points being added in the game as well as other additions to the expansion which entails more achievements. Completing them all would result in obtaining a total of 305 Primogems.
10. World Exploration
The new version update introduces the brand new region Fontaine that is made explorable starting from Version 4.2. Just like any other new Regional updates, players get to explore this new Region filled with Teleport Waypoints, Statue of the Seven, Treasure Chests, Challenges, Puzzles, etc. Estimating the content we can explore during Version 4.2, suffice to say that players can obtain a total of approx. 2930 Primogems alone in exploration.
11. Limited Events
Here is a list of all the limited events we will be getting during the 4.2 update patch:
- Thelxie’s Fantastic Adventures: This update patch’s Flagship Event. One day, you receive a commission from the Fontaine Fishing Association. In accordance with the commission’s requirements, you and Paimon go to Erinnyes to investigate, the curtain rises on a wondrous new adventure. The Flagship limited event will give players a total of 1000 Primogems.
- Lil’ Fungi’s Fun-Tastic Fiesta: In a corner of the Quartier Lyonnais, an old friend has set up a booth, and is promoting an improved tabletop game “Lil’ Fungi’s Fun-Tastic Fiesta.” Among Fontainians, who rarely see Fungi, this game is quite novel indeed. Total Primogems to be obtained through this event: 420 Primogems.
- Graph Adversarial Technology Experiment Log: On the streets of Fontaine’s Quartier Lyonnais, you and Paimon encounter a strange engineer. She is currently researching the profound subject of “Graph Adversarial Technology,” and urgently requires the help of Adventurers. Total Primogems to be obtained through this event: 420 Primogems.
- Misty Dungeon: Realm of Water: Enemies of unknown origin skulk in a Domain shrouded in mist. Master the Ley Line features and put together the strongest party to plumb these mysterious depths, mowing down all who stand in your path! Total Primogems to be obtained through this event: 420 Primogems.
12. Miscellaneous Codes and Web Events
To bring promotion to each patch, Genshin Impact releases a few Web Events where players can play a few mini-games through the Genshin Impact website and obtain Primogems as they go by. Codes are also given randomly to redeem as a promotional method. An estimated amount of 140 primogems can be obtained through the events and codes. So keep your eyes peeled on Genshin Impact’s official Socials to learn more!
Maximum Primogems obtainable in Genshin Impact Version 4.2
| Source | Total Primogems |
|---|---|
| Daily Commissions | 2520 |
| Spiral Abyss | 1800 |
| Paimon’s Bargains Shop | (5 Intertwined Fates x 160 Primogems) = 800 |
| HoYoLAB Daily Check-In | 80 |
| Version 4.3 Livestream | 300 |
| Version 4.2 Update Compensation | 600 |
| Test Runs | 80 |
| Furina Story Quest ACT I | 60 |
| Fontaine Archon Quest ACT V | 120 |
| All Fontaine 4.2 World Quests | ~1000 |
| Achievements | 305 |
| World Exploration | ~2930 |
| Thelxie’s Fantastic Adventures | 1000 |
| Lil’ Fungi’s Fun-Tastic Fiesta | 420 |
| Graph Adversarial Technology Experiment Log | 420 |
| Misty Dungeon | 420 |
| Miscellaneous Codes | 60 |
| Miscellaneous Web Events | 80 |
| TOTAL PRIMOGEMS | 12,995 |
Total Primogems = 12,995 Primogems (Approx. ~81 Intertwined Fates)
Therefore, as a Free-To-Play (F2P) Player, the total amount of free Primogems you would obtain is 12,995 Primogems (approx. 81 Free Intertwined Fates)
Please note that this is just an estimated calculation and should only be taken as a reference, actual Primogems income can vary a lot with this estimated amount.
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