Android players can soon grip Genshin Impact with a controller, as a new beta hints at console-style play on mobile.
Yes, we are still missing Artifact Loadouts, but at least the Artifact filter is much better now, we have level-up guides and material location markers.
When is Android controller support enabled for all devices in 5.5 update
Android controller support becomes available for all supported Android devices when Version 5.5 (“Day of the Flame’s Return”) goes live, which is on March 26, 2025, according to official update schedules and news coverage.
Key details
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Controller support is part of the core 5.5 client update, not a staggered rollout, so once your game updates to 5.5 on March 26, 2025 (regional time may vary slightly), the option appears in Settings → Controls.
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“All devices” here means any Android device that can run Version 5.5 and meets the OS and Bluetooth requirements for the supported pads (e.g., DualShock 4, DualSense, Xbox Wireless, Xbox Elite Series 2), not every existing controller or very old Android version.
Which Android versions are required for each supported controller
Genshin Impact’s Android controller support in version 5.5 requires Android 9.0 (Pie) or higher for full compatibility across supported controllers like DualSense, DualShock 4, Xbox Wireless, and Xbox Elite Series 2.
Supported Controllers
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DualSense/DualShock 4 (Bluetooth): Android 9.0+ required for native Bluetooth pairing and input recognition.
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Xbox Wireless/Xbox Elite Series 2 (Bluetooth): Android 9.0+ needed, with Android 10+ recommended for haptic feedback.
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Wired USB-C controllers: Android 8.0+ suffices on most devices, but 9.0+ ensures consistent mapping in Genshin.
Compatibility Notes
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Older Android versions (pre-9.0) lack full gamepad APIs, leading to partial or no support.
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Device-specific Bluetooth stacks may vary; test pairing in system settings first.
