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🎵 The Music of Genshin Impact: How the Soundtrack That Captivated Millions Was Created 🎶

The soundtrack of Genshin Impact is not just background noise—it’s an integral part of Teyvat’s world. In this article, we’ll uncover the secrets behind its creation, as shared by HOYO-MiX composers Yu-Peng Chen and Zoe Cai.

🎼 From Idea to Orchestra: The Evolution of the Main Theme
The game’s main theme went through dozens of iterations before reaching its final form:

Version 0: A simple piano melody, tested for memorability and potential for variations.

Version 3: An Irish whistle was added—played by Yu-Peng Chen himself—to capture the spirit of adventure.

Final Version: Recorded with the London Philharmonic Orchestra. The piano was replaced with a harp, and female vocals were added to give the melody an epic quality.

Interestingly, the night theme for the login screen originally featured nonsensical "psalms," but these were later replaced with soft "Oohs" to better harmonize with the mysterious atmosphere.

🌍 Music as a Reflection of Teyvat’s Cultures
Each region in the game has its own unique sonic identity:

Mondstadt: Orchestral music with flute and harp accents, recorded in London to evoke European medieval vibes.

Liyue: Chinese motifs featuring the erhu and pipa. Fun fact: the music actually inspired the final design of the city!

Inazuma: Japanese instruments like the koto and shakuhachi, combined with sharp rhythms to emphasize the region’s conflict.

For Sumeru, the composers studied Indian talas and Middle Eastern melodies, and future regions promise even more cultural references.

🎻 Battle Music: Emotion Over Clichés
The track "Stormterror’s Wrath" (the battle against Dvalin) is a prime example of breaking conventions. Instead of typical "combat" music, the composers focused on the dragon’s tragic story:

The track features hidden vocals by Yu-Peng Chen—he personally performed the part to heighten the emotional impact.

Transitions between fierce chords and lyrical moments symbolize Dvalin’s struggle against his curse.

🔮 Serendipity and Coincidences
One of the most famous tracks—the music for the "Lantern Rite" trailer—was originally composed as background music for Liyue. But when it was accidentally paired with footage of fireworks and the Skybracer, it became a masterpiece, perfectly capturing the festive spirit.

🎹 What Lies Ahead?
The release version of the Wolvendom music will feature choral singing.

The team continues to collaborate with world-class orchestras, including the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra.

Conclusion
The music of Genshin Impact is a bridge between the player and Teyvat. It has inspired the developers, helped shape the cities, and will linger in the memories of players long after they’ve stopped playing. As Yu-Peng Chen once said, "We wanted the melodies to feel like the quintessence of human emotions"—and they succeeded.

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