U4GM - Is ODIN More Generous Than Genshin? 5 Diamond vs. Primogem Comparisons
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As someone who has spent a significant amount of time playing both ODIN Valhalla Rising and Genshin Impact, I’ve often found myself comparing their in-game currencies — ODIN Valhalla Rising Diamonds and Genshin’s Primogems. While both games fall under the gacha/MMORPG umbrella and rely on premium currency to unlock characters, equipment, or progression boosts, there’s a noticeable difference in how generous each game feels when it comes to distributing those currencies.
If you’re deciding where to invest your time (or money), here are five personal insights comparing Diamonds in ODIN Valhalla Rising US with Primogems in Genshin Impact.
1. Daily Free Currency: Login Rewards & Quests
From my experience, ODIN Valhalla Rising provides more consistent Diamonds through daily and weekly quests, logins, and in-game events. The daily missions alone offer a decent amount of Diamonds that stack up quickly without needing to grind endlessly.
In contrast, Genshin Impact’s daily Primogem yield is more limited unless you’re completing Spiral Abyss or constantly engaging with event content. I often found myself hitting a “dry spell” in Genshin when there were no new events.
Verdict: ODIN feels more generous for regular, free-to-play players.
2. Event Rewards: Who Pays More?
When it comes to special events, ODIN Valhalla Rising US tends to offer Diamonds as part of both login campaigns and progression milestones. For example, in a recent ODIN seasonal event, I received nearly 3,000 Diamonds just by logging in and completing a few simple tasks.
Genshin does offer event Primogems, but they usually require significantly more effort, and the payouts can vary. It’s common to get only 420 Primogems per event.
Verdict: ODIN’s events are more rewarding for casual participation.
3. Gacha Rates and Costs
Here’s where Genshin might take the lead for some. While the pity system in Genshin is well-structured (a guaranteed 5-star after 90 pulls), the cost per pull using Primogems is quite steep. It takes 160 Primogems for one wish, and reaching pity requires a serious grind or payment.
In ODIN Valhalla Rising, the gacha system for costumes, mounts, or companions also uses Diamonds, but the pricing and rates vary widely. However, I found that I could pull more often using free Diamonds earned in-game compared to Genshin, which always made me feel pressured to top-up.
Verdict: Genshin’s pity system is solid, but ODIN is more flexible with access to pulls.
4. Currency Conversion: Real Money Value
Spending real money brings another layer to the comparison. In ODIN Valhalla Rising Diamonds US packs, the value per dollar is generally higher. $10 can net you enough Diamonds for multiple gacha pulls or premium items, especially when bonus Diamonds are included in packs.
In Genshin, $10 will only get you about 1,600 Primogems (or 10 pulls, just barely). And there are fewer promotions or extra bonuses outside of the monthly Welkin or Battle Pass.
Verdict: ODIN offers better value per dollar spent, especially in the US region.
5. Progression Boosts: Pay-to-Win or Pay-for-Convenience?
This is subjective, but my time with ODIN Valhalla Rising showed me that Diamonds can help speed up progression — buying gear boxes, costumes, and convenience items. However, with enough time and effort, you can still make decent progress as a free player.
Genshin has stricter limits. Resin caps progression, and you can’t just pay to speed up your character levels or weapon ascension without spending on materials or relying on the weekly boss timers.
Verdict: ODIN provides more impactful and flexible ways to use its premium currency, making it feel more rewarding over time.
After months of playing both games, I personally feel that ODIN Valhalla Rising is the more generous of the two when it comes to its premium currency. Whether you're playing ODIN Valhalla Rising US or another version, Diamonds are easier to earn and spend in meaningful ways.
While Genshin may offer a more polished gacha system, ODIN's approach to free-to-play generosity, event rewards, and purchase value stands out — especially for those who enjoy consistent progression without constantly hitting a paywall.
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