Wuthering Waves (WuWa)

Differences From Genshin Impact

Wuthering Waves - Differences From Genshin Impact

Despite being in the same genre, Wuthering Waves still have differences from Genshin Impact. Check out all differences and similarities between the two games in this guide, as well as a comparison of game terms!

Wuthering Waves and Genshin Impact Differences

Counterattack Mechanic

Wuthering Waves - Extreme Evasion and Parrying

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.

Combat System Guide

Paralyzed State and Finishing Attacks

Wuthering Waves - Finishing Attack Preview

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.

Ability Triggers When Switching

Attacking and using skills in Wuthering Waves generate Resonance Energy for the Resonator 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 Resonator 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.

Players can also do a double jump, as well as an air dodge mechanic by consuming some stamina. This benefits for both combat and exploration purposes.

Wuthering Waves and Genshin Impact Similarities

Open World Exploration

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

Wuthering Waves - News and Updates
Latest News and Updates

Version 2.2 Updates

Version 2.2 Characters

2.2 New and Featured Characters
Cantarella IconCantarella
(5★ Havoc)
[New]
Rover (Aero)Rover (Aero)
(5★ Aero)
[New]
Camellya Icon with Attribute Camellya
(5★ Havoc)
[Rerun]
Wuthering Waves - Shorekeeper SpectroShorekeeper
(5★ Spectro)
[Rerun]

2.2 Tier List and the Best Characters

Version 2.2 Weapons

2.2 Weapons
Wuthering Waves - Cantarella Signature Weapon Whispers of Sirens IconWhispers of Sirens
(Rectifier)
Wuthering Waves - BloodpactBloodpact's Pledge
(Sword)
Wuthering Waves - Red Spring IconRed Spring
(Sword)
Wuthering Waves - Stellar Symphony IconStellar Symphony
(Rectifier)

Version 2.2 Banners

2.2 Banners & Schedule
Cantarella Drip Marketing Image Cantarella Banner
[Phase 1 - March 27]
WuWa - Camellya Banner Camellya Banner
[Phase 1 - March 27]
Wuthering Waves - Shorekeeper Banner 1.3Shorekeeper Banner
[Phase 2 - April 17]

Version 2.2 Echoes

2.2 New Echoes List
Wuthering Waves Reminisence Fleurdelys Reminiscence: Fleurdelys Wuthering Waves Nightmare Lampylumen Myriad Nightmare: Lampylumen Myriad
Wuthering Waves Capitaneus Capitaneus Wuthering Waves La Guardia La Guardia
Wuthering Waves Sagittario Sagittario Wuthering Waves Sacerdos Sacerdos
Wuthering Waves Aero Drake Aero Drake Wuthering Waves Electro Drake Electro Drake
Wuthering Waves Glacio Drake Glacio Drake

Version 2.2 New Map Areas

2.2 New Areas
Avinoleum Beohr Waters

All Version 2.2 News and Events

2.2 News
2.2 Version Summary All Active Redeem Codes
2.2 New Events
Winds of the Past Acropolis Documentation
Avinoleum Travel Atlas Gifts of the Still Tides
Prototype Trials Lollo Campaign: Set Sail
If You Gaze Into the Abyss of Dreams Ragunna Weather Forecast
Wuthering Exploration -

List of Version Updates

Version 2.0 Updates
Version 2.0 Version 2.1
Version 2.2 -
Version 1.0 Updates
Version 1.0 Version 1.1
Version 1.2 Version 1.3
Version 1.4 -

All Livestreams and Broadcast

All Livestreams & Broadcasts
Reveal Livestream Version 1.3 Livestream
Version 2.0 Livestream Version 2.1 Livestream
Version 2.2 Livestream -

List of News and Updates

News and Updates
Available Platforms Wuthering Waves for PS5 Released!
System Requirements and File Size How to Download
Controller Support for PC and Mobile Pre-Registration Guide and Rewards
Differences from Punishing: Gray Raven Differences From Genshin Impact
Age Verification Bug All Codes and How to Redeem
Free 5-Star Resonator Selector Maintenance Schedule Start and End Time
Is Camellya a Playable Character? Is Scar a Playable Character?
Is Phrolova a Playable Character? Is Cartethyia a Playable Character?
Who is Cristoforo? Mac Release Date
Steam Release Details -

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