Downloading Genshin Impact for PC involves managing a large initial file size, which has grown to approximately 110–140 GB as of 2026

Perfect for users on metered connections or capped data plans.

Genshin Impact uses an anti-cheat system. Any modification to game files—including repacking, compression, or bypassing the launcher—is a violation of the Terms of Service. HoYoverse actively bans accounts that use . You could lose a year of progress, characters, and paid items.

This is the only legitimate “zero storage” method available today.

: Unofficial "highly compressed" files often contain Trojans, spyware, or adware . These can steal your passwords, browser data, or even your cryptocurrency.

If your internal drive is full, you don’t need compression. Use the official HoYoverse launcher to the installation folder to a larger external SSD or secondary HDD. Performance will be slightly lower, but it’s perfectly legal and safe.