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Game Experience Combo Meals

McDonald's Joins RPG Genshin Impact on a Special Combo Meal

— September 12, 2024 — Lifestyle
McDonald's works together with action RPG Genshin Impact to launch a special combo meal that will be rolling out between September 17th and September 29th. It will be available at McDonald's locations in the US market where the location will be designed to transform into the world ofTeyvat.

Fans are offered uniquely crafted menu items such as the 'Genshin Impact Deluxe McCrispy Meal' and the 'Genshin Impact Apple Pie.' These are also the routes to exclusive in-game loot. The packaging is just as immersive and dynamic as the limited items from the menu will have character details including Beidou and Kaedehara Kazuha. Notably, every purchase made through the app during this time will have codes to redeem in-game for a more interactive experience that bridges the QSR industry with the gaming world.

Image Credit: McDonald's, Genshin Impact
Trend Themes
1. Branded Gaming Collaborations - Collaborative marketing initiatives between food giants and popular video games are creating unique consumer experiences that blend physical and digital environments.
2. In-game Code Redemptions - Providing exclusive in-game rewards through physical product purchases encourages consumer engagement and loyalty by bridging the virtual and real worlds.
3. Immersive Theme Locations - Transforming physical retail spaces to reflect popular game environments enhances the customer journey and drives foot traffic through thematic experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Fast Casual Restaurants - The integration of themed combo meals linked to popular games showcases innovative opportunities for increasing menu appeal and customer engagement.
2. Mobile Gaming - Partnerships with brick-and-mortar businesses allow mobile game developers to expand their reach and engage players in novel, real-world ways.
3. Retail Merchandising - Dynamic packaging linked to video game franchises can enhance product appeal, creating collectible items that add value beyond the primary purchase.
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