Updated on May 21 at 1 p.m. GMT+8: Added two new characters, Jinhshi and Changli.
If you’re hunting for an action RPG with a breathtaking world, relatable characters, and engaging gameplay, Wuthering Waves is the game for you.
Developed by Kuro Game, the game immerses players in a post-apocalyptic world teeming with evil, otherworldly beings.
Playing as either the male or female protagonist, you join forces with a group of Resonators to confront the imminent threat and safeguard humanity from annihilation.
Here’s everything you need to know about the game, including its release dates, supported platforms, and characters.
What is Wuthering Waves?
Wuthering Waves lets players dive into an open-world RPG where they can play as either a male or female character named Rover.
Your main goal is to explore the vast post-apocalyptic world and defeat dangerous monsters as you progress.
Players can also switch between other characters, referred to as Resonators, even during battles. You can control a team of Resonators, each with their unique special elemental abilities and weapons.
These Resonators and their specific weapon types can be acquired through a gacha system.
Wuthering Waves release date
Wuthering Waves releases on May 22, 2024.
Players who want up-to-date news delivered straight to their email can register on their official website. Do take note that pre-registering is only for news and updates.
Wuthering Waves platforms: minimum and recommended requirements
Wuthering Waves is available on PC, iOS, and Android.
PLATFORM | MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS | RECOMMENDED REQUIREMENTS |
PC | OS: Windows 10 64-bit CPU: Intel I5 (9th Gen)/Ryzen 2700 GPU: Geforce 1060/RX570 RAM: 16G and above | OS: Windows 10 64-bit CPU: Intel I7 (9th generation)/Ryzen 3700 GPU: Geforce 2060/RX5700XT RAM: 16G and above |
IOS | System: iPhone 11 and above models OS: iOS 13 and above operating system | System: iPhone 13 and above models OS: iOS 15 and above operating system |
ANDROID | System: Version 7.0 and above Processor: Snapdragon 835, MediaTek G71/72, or processor of equivalent performance | System: Version 7.0 and above Processor: Snapdragon Gen1+/Gen2/Gen3 processor or MediaTek processor of equivalent performance |
These requirements are based on the closed beta test and are subject to change.
Wuthering Waves playable characters
Four-star characters
NAME | ELEMENT | WEAPON |
Aalto | Aero | Pistols |
Baizhi | Glacio | Rectifier |
Chixia | Fusion | Pistols |
Danjin | Havoc | Sword |
Mortefi | Fusion | Pistols |
Sanhua | Glacio | Sword |
Taoqi | Havoc | Broadblade |
Yangyang | Aero | Sword |
Yuanwu | Electro | Gauntlets |
Five-star characters
NAME | ELEMENT | WEAPON |
Calcharo | Electro | Broadblade |
Encore | Fusion | Rectifier |
Jianxin | Aero | Gauntlets |
Jiyan | Aero | Broadblade |
Lingyang | Glacio | Gauntlets |
Rover (female) | Spectro | Sword |
Rover (male) | Spectro | Sword |
Verina | Spectro | Rectifier |
Upcoming characters
NAME | ELEMENT | WEAPON |
Jinhsi | TBD | TBD |
Changli | TBD | TBD |
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