Genshin Impact 3.3 Preload Available NOW - File Size & How to Download on Mobile & PC

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Genshin Impact 3.3 All Sense Clear, All Existence Void is just around the corner, and players can download most of the files of the next patch now by using the preload option.

The upcoming update will be the debut of Scaramouche as a playable character, along with essential reruns such as Ayato and Raiden Shogun.

Therefore, we advise you to check this guide on preloading Genshin Impact 3.3 to get your hands on the new content sooner.

Genshin Impact 3.3 Preload Time

The Genshin Impact 3.3 preload option is available right now, and it will be open until the beginning of the server maintenance on December 7, 2022.

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Use this time to prevent having to wait around when the update drops by getting all the major files installed ahead of time.

Genshin Impact 3.3 Maintenance Schedule

Genshin Impact servers will go under maintenance for Genshin Impact 3.3 on December 7 at 6:00 am server time (Chinese Standard Time).

In other time zones, servers will go down at:

  • December 6, 2022, 2:00 pm PST
  • December 6, 2022, 5:00 pm EST
  • December 6, 2022, 10:00 pm GMT

The downtime of the servers will last for around 5 hours (usually less), and players will receive compensatory Primogems for the time they cannot play.

Travelers will obtain a minimum of 300 Primogems. In addition, Hoyoverse will also give 300 Primogems for all the bug fixes found in the previous update.

Additionally, players will obtain 800 Primogems to celebrate Genshin Impact receiving the Grand Award in PlayStation Partner Awards 2022.

Genshin Impact 3.3 File Size

The good news is that the Genshin Impact 3.3 file size is slightly reduced from previous versions, a relief for many mobile players.

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Genshin Impact 3.3 File Size for Mobile Version will save players some MB

For Genshin Impact 3.3 on Android and IOS. Players will need 2.24 GB for Android and 2.10 GB for IOS. For players on PC, the version 3.3 file size is around 13.5GB.

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Genshin Impact 3.3 Preload File Size for PC.

In case your device is running out of space. Genshin Impact allows you to remove the audio files in other languages and clear space for the upcoming update.

How to Remove Voice-Over Files

Voice-Over files are characters' dialogues during cut scenes, and by removing them, players can save some precious space while still having the option to add them back later.

To remove these files, follow the steps below:

  • First, open the in-game Settings menu and head to the Language section.
  • In the Language section, select the Manage Voice-Over Files option.
  • Next, remove the voice-over files for the specific languages you don't need.
Genshin Impact 2.7 Preload information.
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UPDATE NOTICE: Preload for Genshin Impact 2.7 starts on Friday.

How to Preload Genshin Impact 3.3

We've covered you if you're looking to preload Genshin Impact 3.3 across any platform but aren't sure how.

PC

On PC, you have to boot up the game launcher and click on the "Game Pre-Installation" option on the screen.

After this, the game update should automatically install. Travelers can still play while preloading game resources.

Preloading will take up a certain amount of your network's bandwidth, so it's best to ensure you have a good network connection.

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GET READY: miHoYo makes preloading Genshin Impact updates on PC an easy process

Mobile

Mobile players must log in to their accounts and go to the "Paimon Menu." Go to settings, then click "Pre-Install Resource Package."

If this does may spot the package on the main menu after logging in. Just click on it to get everything installed.

Travelers on Mobile cannot play the game while downloading resources, so it's best to start the process when you're taking a break or overnight.

PlayStation

Unfortunately, Playstation travelers cannot preload the Genshin Impact 3.3 update.

The Playstation console downloads the entire game again to ensure no corrupt files. Therefore, to play Genshin Impact 3.3, Playstation players need to download around 40 GB of content first.

What's new in Genshin Impact 3.?

Players preloading Genshin Impact can check our Genshin Impact 3.3 Patch Notes to see what the game has in store, including three new characters and four great character banners you don't want to miss!

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