Wuthering Waves
Action
Adventure
RPG
Free To Play
Single-player
In-App Purchases
Partial Controller Support

Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.

Developers: KURO GAMES
Publishers: KURO GAMES
Release Date: Apr 28, 2025
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 10k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(91%)
excellent graphics
satisfying combat
generous F2P
engaging story
innovative exploration
storytelling
Genshin comparisons
monetization criticisms
gacha system
optimization issues
excessive dialogue
repetitive start
Feedback for the game strikes a balance between excellent graphics and satisfying combat, with generous free-to-play options being a significant draw. However, issues with optimization and some elements of storytelling, as well as the inherent gacha system criticisms, present challenges. Despite these, the game's developer's receptivity to feedback and improvements have strengthened its appeal.

Positive Points

  • The game boasts excellent graphics and visual design, making the world feel beautiful and engaging.
  • Combat is considered highly satisfying, fast-paced, and allows for skillful play with mechanics like parrying and dodging.
  • The game is praised for a generous free-to-play system, providing many opportunities to earn or pull for characters without spending money.
  • Many players find the story and characters engaging and well-written, especially in later parts of the game.
  • The game is notable for its innovative exploration options, such as wall-running and gliding, enhancing the open-world experience.
  • Negative Points

  • The game has received criticism for its gacha system, with some players experiencing frustrating RNG and poor luck in character pulls.
  • Optimization issues have been noted, including poor performance on some hardware and issues with graphical settings.
  • There is dissatisfaction with the game's storytelling and the excessive amount of dialogue and unskippable cutscenes.
  • Some players find the initial gameplay experience repetitive or observe that it starts slowly before improving.
  • Mixed Points

  • While many appreciate the detailed storytelling, others find it to be either convoluted or overly lengthy, impacting enjoyment.
  • The game draws comparisons to Genshin Impact, with some players preferring Wuthering Waves due to improved mechanics, while others feel it closely mimics or falls short of Genshin's experiences.
  • The monetization system receives mixed reviews, seen as generous by some due to free pulls but criticized by others for still being a part of the gacha model.
  • Common Themes

  • The game frequently draws comparisons to Genshin Impact, often being presented as an improved or alternative experience.
  • Players frequently mention the high quality of graphics and visuals and the extensive exploration features.
  • The combat system is often highlighted as a significant strength, appreciated for its fluidity and complexity.
  • There is a recurring theme of developer responsiveness to community feedback, leading to improved experiences.
  • Updated 8/16/2025, 12:01:21 AM UTC