Wuthering Waves (WuWa)

Differences From Genshin Impact

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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 1.3 Updates

Version 1.3 Characters

1.3 New and Featured Characters
Wuthering Waves - Shorekeeper SpectroShorekeeper
(5★ Spectro)
[new!]
Wuthering Waves - Youhu GlacioYouhu
(4★ Glacio)
[new!]
Jiyan wo NameJiyan
(5★ Aero)
[rerun!]

1.3 Tier List and the Best Characters

Version 1.3 Weapons

1.3 Weapons
Wuthering Waves - Stellar Symphony IconStellar Symphony
(Rectifier)
Wuthering Waves - Endless CollapseEndless Collapse
(Sword)
Wuthering Waves - Waning RedshiftWaning Redshift
(Broadblade)
Wuthering Waves - Relativistic JetRelativistic Jet
(Pistols)
Wuthering Waves - Relativistic JetCelestial Spiral
(Gauntlet)
Wuthering Waves - Fusion AccretionFusion Accretion
(Rectifier)

All Version 1.3 Content

1.3 Banners
Wuthering Waves - Shorekeeper Banner 1.3.pngShorekeeper Banner
[Phase 1 - Finished]
Wuthering Waves - Jiyan Banner 1.3.pngJiyan Rerun Banner
[Phase 2 - Ongoing]
1.3 News
1.3 Version Summary All Active Redeem Codes
1.3 Events
Ascendant Aces Gifts of Sea Breeze
Where Stars Slumber Amidst the Stars
Fairy Tale's Finale Infinite Battle Simulator
Solaris Weather Forecast Lollo Campaign: Rerun
Parade of Stars Wuthering Exploration
1.3 Quests
Main Story: Chapter 1, Act 8
Encore Companion Quest Cerulean Echoes Adrift in the Winds
Data Overdash Boundary of Deduction
1.3 Map Updates
Black Shores Tethys' Deep
1.3 Echoes
Fallacy of No Return
Phantom: Gulpuff Phantom: Lumiscale Construct

List of Version Updates

Version Updates
Version 1.0 Version 1.1
Version 1.2 Version 1.3
Version 1.4 -

List of News and Updates

News and Updates
Available Platforms Wuthering Waves for PS5 in Development!
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
May 19 Reveal Livestream Summary 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?

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