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Wuthering Waves (WuWa)
WuWa vs Genshin Impact: What are the Differences?
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Despite being in the same genre, Wuthering Waves still have differences vs Genshin Impact. Check out all differences and similarities between the two games in this guide, as well as a comparison of game terms!
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Wuthering Waves and Genshin Impact Differences
Counterattack Mechanic
The main difference between Wuthering Waves' and Genshin Impact's combat is the ability of the characters to counter enemy attacks.
Successful counterattacks in the game stop the attack, stun the enemy briefly, and may even provide additional effects.
Paralyzed State and Finishing Attacks
Some tougher enemies in Wuthering Waves have an additional gauge functioning similar to a "stagger bar" below their health bar that also decreases as they take hits.
Once it's depleted, the enemy will be in a Paralyzed state and be immobilized, allowing your character to freely attack it with their skills or unleash a Finishing Attack for massive damage.
Outro and Intro Triggers When Switching
Attacking and using skills in Wuthering Waves generate Concerto Energy for the Concerto gauge. When this gauge reaches full, the icons of allies other than the active character will glow, allowing the use of an Outro Skill.
The character switching out will use their Outro Skill—dealing damage, providing buffs, or healing—while the next character performs an Intro Skill. Unlike Outro Skills, Intro Skills don't require a full Concerto gauge.
Usage of Captured Monsters
In Wuthering Waves, defeating enemies in the wild sometimes allows you to capture their Echoes. Monsters have different usable abilities, and you can use their Echoes to assist you in combat or exploration.
List of All Echoes and Sonata Effects
Way More Mobility in Traveling
Compared to Genshin Impact, Wuthering Waves is a lot faster when it comes to maneuvering around the map. One immediate change that can be noticed is that running does not consume stamina, at least outside of combat.
Yet another major difference is that the characters can run up the walls instead of climbing them.
More Options While Mid-Air
There is also the unique grappling hook mechanic that lets players swing in mid-air, allowing players to reach up to higher locations easier. They can also unlock a Flight mechanic, allowing players to soar in the air as long as you have Flight stamina.
Attributes or Elements Do Not React
Unlike Genshin Impact, Attributes or Elements do not react with each other in Wuthering Waves. Attributes are mostly a way to have division within the pool of characters and dictate how much damage is dealt against certain enemies.
Elements and Attributes Explained
Wuthering Waves and Genshin Impact Similarities
Open World Exploration
Both Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves have an expansive world that players can explore at their leisure. Treasure chests, items and enemies can be found all throughout the map.
Gliding Mechanic
Making travel easy for both games is the gliding mechanic, where players can glide through the air from a high location.
Real-Time Combat
Wuthering Waves and Genshin Impact both focus on real-time action combat, with the former requiring a more reactive playstyle with the Counterattack and Extreme Evasion mechanics.
Game Terms Comparison
Currencies and Resources
| Wuthering Waves | Genshin Impact | General Term |
|---|---|---|
| Lunite | Genesis Crystal | Premium Currency (purchased with real money) |
| Astrite | Primogems | Premium Currency |
| Radiant Tide | Intertwined Fate | Event Banner Currency |
| Lustrous Tide | Acquaint Fate | Standard Banner Currency |
| Lunite Subscription | Blessing of the Welkin Moon | Monthly Subscription |
| Oscillate Coral | Masterless Stardust | Shop Exchange Currency |
| Afterglow Coral | Masterless Starglitter | Shop Exchange Currency |
| Waveplate | Resin | Energy / Stamina |
| Crystal Solvent | Fragile Resin | Energy / Stamina in item form |
| Shell Credit | Mora | Money / Gold |
Materials
| Wuthering Waves | Genshin Impact | General Term |
|---|---|---|
| Resonance Potion | Hero's Wit | Character Experience |
| Energy Core | Enhancement Ore | Weapon Experience |
| Sonance Casket | Oculus | Open World Collectible |
Miscellaneous Terms
| Wuthering Waves | Genshin Impact | General Term |
|---|---|---|
| Attribute | Element | Element / Type |
| Forte | Talent | Passive |
| Resonance Skill | Elemental Skill | Skill |
| Resonance Liberation | Elemental Burst | Ultimate |
| Union Level | Adventure Rank | Account Level |
| SOL-3 Phase | World Level | World Tier / Difficulty |
| Tower of Adversity | Spiral Abyss | Endgame Content |
| Depths of Illusive Realm | - | Roguelike Mode |
Wuthering Waves Related Guides
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| Version 2.7 Duration | November 20, 2025 - December 24, 2025 |
|---|---|
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Version 2.8 Characters
| 2.8 Featured Resonators | |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 (Nov. 20) |
 Chisa NEW |
| Phase 2 (Dec. 11) |
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All Current and Next Banners (Gacha)
Version 2.8 Weapons
| 2.8 Featured Weapons | |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 (Nov. 20) |
 Kumokiri NEW |
| Phase 2 (Dec. 11) |
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Absolute Pulsation Weapon Banners
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Upcoming Version Updates
| Version 3.0 |
Version 2.0 Patches
| Version 2.0 Updates | |
|---|---|
| Version 2.0 | Version 2.1 |
| Version 2.2 | Version 2.3 |
| Version 2.4 | Version 2.5 |
| Version 2.6 | Version 2.7 |
| Version 2.8 | - |
| Version 1.0 Updates | |
|---|---|
| Version 1.0 | Version 1.1 |
| Version 1.2 | Version 1.3 |
| Version 1.4 | - |
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| Reveal | 1.3 | 2.0 |
| 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 |
| 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| 2.7 | 2.8 | - |
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