Ufotable Confirms Genshin Impact Anime Is in Works, Drops Teaser After 4 Year Wait

Ufotable is making strides with the Genshin Impact anime by creating a collaboration with HoYoverse, announced back in September 2022 at the Genshin Impact 3.1 Special Program, which included a concept trailer for the project.

HoYoverse made several statements during the January 2026

Genshin FES in response to Genshin players' questions about the Ufotable Genshin Impact anime. The developers indicated that production of the anime continues to move ahead with full force, and there have been no delays associated with unexpected issues since September 2022. This is an encouraging update to the Genshin players' community that has been deprived of any new trailers, developer interviews, or updates since then.

Ufotable’s 2026 announcement brings excitement for Genshin fans

Recently, in February 2026, Ufotable released a promotional video featuring their big projects for the coming year. The studio announced new details about their productions lined up for next year. The titles mentioned include:

• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle second installment preview
• Katsugeki: Touken Ranbu theatrical adaptation
• Witch on the Holy Night

We were given a second opportunity to see some Quick Shots of Aether and Lumine that show the audience that work has not yet been completed on the designs. One of the things Ufotable is best known for is their high production quality, particularly in regard to action and digital compositing. It is likely that Ufotable's new Genshin Impact anime will also take longer than expected for a similar reason. This announcement also comes at a time when people who play Genshin Impact are waiting for the next significant expansion of the game: The Genshin Impact Luna V Update, which will further the overall storyline of the game.

The Ufotable Genshin Anime Comes as a Result of a Unique Collaboration

While HoYoverse is known for its storytelling, regions, and intertwined character stories, Ufotable is tasked with the realization of this world through cinematic animation. The Genshin Impact Subreddit is currently buzzing about Genshin Impact Ufotable anime, with fans and players wondering about the initial storyline and sharing their own fan theories. Players who are waiting for the upcoming Genshin Impact Luna V Banners, which will introduce new in-game characters

Delaying the Anime Could Be Part of Ufotable’s Long-Term Plan

Industry-wise, the long development time is not unusual for big-budget productions. It can take years to integrate the animation staff, scriptwriters, composers, and marketing plans. Additionally, releasing multiple big productions in the same year splits the viewers’ attention.

By setting the Ufotable Genshin Impact anime series after 2026, the company may be planning to concentrate on it when the time arrives. Ufotable is yet to share any official release date for the Genshin Impact anime. Stay updated with our Sportsdunia Gaming page, as we will be the first to report any new information as it becomes available.