Primogems are the premium currency in Genshin Impact used to make Wishes for new characters, weapons, and other rewards. As a free-to-play player, accumulating enough Primogems for Wishes can be challenging, but there are plenty of methods available. This comprehensive guide will outline the best ways to obtain Primogems as a F2P player.
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Do Daily Commissions
Completing the 4 daily commissions from the Adventurer’s Guild rewards 60 Primogems per day. This consistent source adds up over time for 10-20 wishes per month. Prioritize doing commissions daily.
Explore the Open World
- Discover and unlock Statues of the Seven
- Find oculi (Anemoculus, Geoculus, Electroculus)
- Open treasure chests
- Activate Teleport Waypoints
- Complete World Quests
- Increase Exploration Percentage
Exploring the massive open world of Teyvat is very rewarding. You can expect to earn thousands of Primogems over time by uncovering secrets.
Clear Spiral Abyss Floors
The Spiral Abyss provides a steady income of Primogems by clearing floors 9-12 multiple times. With sufficiently built team comps, you can earn 600-1200 Primogems every 2 weeks from the Abyss.
Complete Events and Daily Check-In
Time-limited events provide tons of Primogems for simple tasks. Plus, check-in daily on Hoyolab app for 60 Primogems per month. Most events reward at least enough for 10-20 wishes.
Max Out the Battle Pass
The Gnostic Hymn battle pass awards 4 Intertwined Fates at level 10 plus 680 Primogems at max level 50. This totals to 1320 Primogems per version from the paid battle pass.
Redeem Promo Codes
Redemption codes often reward 50-60 Primogems and are revealed during livestreams or promotions. Follow official social media to stay updated on new codes.
Convert Stardust and Starglitter
Masterless Stardust can be converted to Intertwined Fates in the shop. Masterless Starglitter can redeem Intertwined Fates as well. Convert these currencies monthly for additional wishes.
Make In-Game Purchases
You can directly buy Genesis Crystals to convert to Primogems. The bonus reset doubles your crystals for first-time buys. Consider the Welkin Moon to receive 2700 Primogems over 30 days.
Other Methods
Here are some additional ways to obtain smaller amounts of Primogems in Genshin Impact:
- Level up Adventure Rank
- Complete Achievements
- Login daily
- Participate in web events
- Invite new players
- Character test runs
- Hangout Events
Every source of Primogems counts when saving for 5-star characters! With many options as a free player, you can reasonably achieve 90 wishes every 2-3 months. Stay persistent with daily and recurring activities for the best results. Consider spending a little to speed up your Primogem income if you enjoy the game. With strategic planning, any player can build up their roster of powerful characters over time.