- Genshin Impact 7.0 adds Prime Ice Construct, a new building feature.
- This mechanic allows players to build or dismantle specific things on the map.
- Players can even create ziplines wherever they want to have it on Snezhnaya.
Genshin Impact 7.0 adds one of the most unique features that has ever been added to the game, and it is Prime Ice. This is the new exploration mechanic of Snezhnaya, and it gives players some authority over the map of Snezhnaya. The Genshin Impact Prime Ice Construct is heavily involved in the game’s quests and puzzles, so here is a full guide on it to help you understand how it works.
What is Prime Ice Construct in Genshin Impact?
Just after entering Snezhnaya, players will get the Eye of Graeae, which will unlock various new powers for them. One such power is the ability to use the Prime Ice Construct. This feature essentially allows players to build various mechanisms and devices for specific tasks, using Prime Ice and Eye of Graeae energy.
The constructs range from a simple cube that is used as an obstruction to Arknights Endfield-style custom ziplines. But it is not only used for constructing, as it can also dismantle many things in Snezhnaya. By dismantling, players can unlock secret passages, chests, or even materials.
All Prime Ice Construct Types in Genshin Impact
There are a total of 9 primary types of construct in Genshin Impact. I say primary, as some missions make you use temporary construct types only relevant for that period. Here are all 9 primary types of Prime Ice construct in Genshin Impact:
| Prime Construct | What it Does |
|---|---|
| Cube | The most basic construct, which is used to obstruct things or to act as a foothold. Many puzzles use it for keeping doors open or to stop something. |
| Basic Heat Source | This is a heat source that helps you melt certain ice. Doing so can often reveal hidden treasure or secret passages. |
| Link Mechanism | The new zipline technology that you can you setup yourself. Similar to Arknights Endfield, but with a limit. |
| Grappling Gun | Used to pull open latches, or to pull or anchor a platform. |
| Launching Platform | Throws the player up in the air, allowing them to gain good height without much cost. |
| Storage Device | Allows players to store materials or items from their inventory. |
| Ambient Bollard | Gives various buffs for the surrounding area, like elemental energy regeneration, stamina regeneration, and more. |
| Sign: Icon | Can place a sign on the ground. |
| Sign: text | Can place a text message on the ground. |
Now, one thing to note is that Prime Ice is not an unlimited resource in Genshin Impact. Each building type is restricted to a limited number, so you cannot set up multiple link machines for a massive farm chain.
Other than that, you need to have Eye of Graeae energy, the main source of energy in Snezhnaya, and Prime Ice in your inventory to build anything. Another thing to note is that this feature only works in Snezhnaya, stopping when exiting the Cryo region.
So, how are you planning to use the Prime Ice Construct in Genshin Impact? Tell us in the comment section below.
