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: 28 Apr, 2025
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 12k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(90%)
engaging combat
beautiful world
stunning visuals
improving narrative
generous gacha
gacha system
complex mechanics
audio quality
lag and crashes
large file size
grind-heavy progression
optimization issues
weak early story
Overall, the sentiment towards the game is largely positive, with players enthusiastic about its combat, visuals, and story as they progress. The gacha system and character acquisition remain contentious, seen both as generous and frustrating. While optimization and file size remain prevalent criticisms, many players are still willing to overlook these issues due to the game's narrative depth and engaging gameplay. The developers' willingness to listen and respond to feedback is also appreciated, though users stress the need for continued improvements.

Positive Points

  • The game features engaging combat, which is often described as stylish and rewarding, drawing comparisons to action games like Devil May Cry and NieR: Automata.
  • There is praise for its beautiful and expansive open world, with detailed environments that are fun to explore.
  • The storyline improves significantly after the initial chapters, providing engaging narratives and emotional depth.
  • Many players find the visuals and art style to be stunning, comparable to AAA games.
  • The game is considered generous for a gacha, providing ample free currency and rewards.
  • Negative Points

  • There are significant optimization issues, leading to lag and crashes, even on capable hardware.
  • The game's file size is notably large, often criticized for being too demanding on storage space.
  • Some players feel the early story is weak and not engaging enough to retain interest.
  • Character progression can be tedious, with a grind-heavy system for upgrading units.
  • There is a lack of meaningful co-op features, limiting multiplayer experiences.
  • Mixed Points

  • While the character designs are praised for their quality, the gacha system, which governs character acquisition, receives criticism for feeling predatory.
  • The game has a complex system of mechanics and lore which some players find enriching but others see as overwhelming or confusing.
  • The audio and voice acting have strong moments but can be inconsistent, particularly in the earlier parts of the game.
  • Common Themes

  • Comparisons to Genshin Impact are frequent, with many noting Wuthering Waves' improvements in certain areas like combat and visual style.
  • The community appreciates the developer's responsiveness to feedback, although there is frustration over the ongoing performance issues.
  • The emotional impact and cinematic quality of the story, particularly in later updates, are high points for many players.
  • Players frequently discuss the game's generous nature in terms of gacha mechanics, while acknowledging the inherent challenges of such systems.
  • Updated 3/20/2026, 12:01:38 AM UTC