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Wuthering Waves (WuWa)

May 19 Reveal Livestream Summary

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Wuthering Waves - May 19 Reveal Livestream

This is a summary of the Reveal Livestream of Wuthering Waves last May 19, 2024. See here to know everything about the Reveal Livestream and what to expect on Wuthering Waves release.

Wuthering Waves Reveal Livestream Summary

Six Main Acts on Release

Wuthering Waves - Grand Warstorm Act 6

It has been confirmed that apart from the first four acts in CBT2, players will be able to enjoy two more for a total of six (6) Acts for Version 1.0!

Six Acts Announced
Ch. 1 Act I
Ch. 1 Act II
Ch. 1 Act III
Ch. 1 Act IV
Ch. 1 Act V:
Rewinding Raindrops
Ch. 1 Act VI:
Grand Warstorm

List of Main Quests

Companion Quests

Wuthering Waves - Solitary Crusade Companion Quest

It has also been announced that companion quests for three characters will be available on release. Dive into the lore and stories of each of these beloved characters in Version 1.0!

Character Companion Quest
Wuthering Waves - JiyanJiyan
Wuthering Waves - YinlinYinlin Solitary Crusade
Wuthering Waves - LingyangLingyang Wild Heart's Return

Regions and Locations

Wuthering Waves - New Areas to Explore in Version 1.0

During release, players will be able to explore the areas within the Jinzhou territory. According to the official website, the official name of the nation is Huanglong.

Explorable Areas
Jinzhou City Central Plains
Wuming Bay Port City of Guixu
Tiger's Maw Dim Forest
Whining Aix's Mire Desorock Highland
and more...

Norfall Barrens Unlocked

Wuthering Waves - Norfall Barrens Image

A previously sealed-off area in the CBT2 called the Norfall Barrens will open for players to explore in Version 1.0. It is described as "a lore-significant area that served as the frontline in the ancient battle against TD outbreaks."

The area lies north of Jinzhou City and has a huge cannon that also serves as its landmark.

New Boss Announced

The Dreamless

Wuthering Waves - The Dreamless

The Dreamless is a mysterious entity that descends over the Norfall Barrens and takes the form of a sphere in its dormant form. Over the years, it has accumulated power and now takes the form of a humanoid emeny that the Rover must quell.

Pre-Release Milestone Reached!

The livestream has also confirmed that the pre-registration goal of 30 million has been reached! This means players will be getting the maximum rewards at the start of Wuthering Waves.

In addition to the pre-registration goal, Wuthering Waves has also reached the 5 Million Followers goal so players will also be getting a weapon picker for any of the 4-star Ranger series weapons!

Total Rewards
Shell Credits x80,000 Advanced Resonance Potions x10
Astrite x200 Sigil: En Route x1
Lustrous Tide x20 Ranger Series Weapon of Choice

All of these rewards will be sent to all players on release via the in-game mailbox.

Convene Events for Ver. 1.0 Announced

Beginner Convene Banner

Wuthering Waves - Utterance of Marvels Novice Convene Banner

The Utterance of Marvels beginner convene banner that will let you pull for characters at a discounted price will be available on release. The banner is active until you have pulled 50 times or if you have obtained a 5-star character. A 5-star character is also guaranteed within 50 pulls.

Utterance of Marvels Convene Banner

Beginner's Choice Convene

Wuthering Waves - Beginner

After exhausting the Beginner Convene Banner, Utterance of Marvel, a new targeted Convene banner will unlock. This allows players to choose any of the standard 5-star characters to get them within 80 pulls.

Beginner's Choice Convene Banner

Featured Convene Banner for Jiyan and Verdant Summit

Wuthering Waves - Jiyan Convene BannerPrevail the Lasting Night Wuthering Waves - Verdant Summit Weapon Convene BannerVerdant Summit Banner

For the first half of Version 1.0, players will be able to obtain Jiyan and his signature weapon Verdant Summit in their own featured character and weapon banners running until June 13 (server time)!

Jiyan Banner Release Date and Characters

Second Phase Banner for Yinlin and Stringmaster

Wuthering Waves - Yinlin Convene BannerWhen Thunder Pours Wuthering Waves - Stringmaster Weapon Convene BannerStringmaster Banner

Starting right after Jiyan's banner, Yinlin and her signature weapon Stringmaster is obtainable in their own featured character and weapon banners from June 06 to June 26 (server time)!

Yinlin Banner Release Date and Characters

Permanent Character & Weapon Convenes Announced

Wuthering Waves - Tidal Chorus Permanent Convene BannerTidal Chorus Wuthering Waves - Weapon Permanent ConveneWeapon Permanent Convene

The permanent character and weapon convene banners are also announced during the livestream. The permanent character banner will feature all standard 5-star characters and is guaranteed to get any of the characters within 80 pulls.

For the weapon banner, it will work as a targeted convene where players can choose their target standard 5-star weapon to pull for. Their next 5-star pull is guaranteed to be the targeted weapon.

All Main Events

Gifts of Thawing Frost

Wuthering Waves - Gifts of Thawing Frost

A week-long login event will be live on release! Get Lustrous and Radiant Tides by logging in for a total of 7 days plus get the 4-star Glacio character Sanhua on Day 5!

Gifts of Thawing Frost Log-In Event Guide

Awakening Journey

Wuthering Waves - Awakening Journey

An event tied to your Union Level will also be active on release. Reaching Level 45 will net players the maximum rewards for this event, so keep grinding your Union Levels!

Total Rewards at Union Level 45
Lustrous Tides x40 Astrites x1,600
Crystal Solvent x6 5-Star Standard Weapon Picker x1

Awakening Journey Event Guide

Rumbling Hallows

Wuthering Waves - Rumbling Hollows

Rumbling Hallows is an event that will allow players to obtain the 4-star Electro Resonator Yuanwu by completing the Stable and Experiment Zones in the Tower of Adversity!

Rumbling Hollows Event Guide

Depths of Illusive Realms

Wuthering Waves - Depths of Illusive Realm

A rogue-like event that will provide special buffs to characters will also be live on Version 1.0! Obtain a plethora of rewards including Astrites and Phantom Echoes!
Depths of Illusive Realm Guide

Alloy Smelt

Wuthering Waves - Alloy Smelt

A battle event that will reward players with various rewards like Astrite and development materials that will be helpful when starting your journey!

Alloy Smelt Event Guide

Overdash Club

Wuthering Waves - Overdash Club

A parkour-type event that will task players to conquer parkour challenges and soar across Jinzhou for various rewards!

Overdash Club Event Guide

Gameplay Showcase

Mourning Aix

A gameplay showcase for Mourning Aix is also shown in the livestream. The enemy boasts sweeping fast attacks so proper timing with evasion is of utmost importance!

Mourning Aix Echo Guide

Tempest Mephis

Another enemy that was fought in the livestream is the Tempest Mephis. This particular enemy wields the power of Electro and can blink around the battlefield to confuse players! It can definitely pose a challenge for players in the early game!

Tempest Mephis Echo Guide

Where to Pre-Download Wuthering Waves

Pre-Download Starts on May 21, 2024

Preload for Wuthering Waves starts on May 21, 2024 at 03:00AM PT. It will be available on a plethora of platforms so you just take your pick!

How to Download

Pre-Download on Epic Games and PC

Preload for the PC version of Wuthering Waves is available via the Epic Games Store and the official website.

Epic Games Store Official Website

Pre-Download on Mac

Wuthering Waves - Mac App Store

Though it was announced that Wuthering Waves is coming to the Mac App Store, pre-load will come at a later date. We will be updating news articles about this when we know more!

Pre-Download on Android and iOS Devices

Lastly, Wuthering Waves is also available to download for Android and iOS devices so long as you meet the system requirements. The download pages for each mobile operating system are linked below:

Google Play Store Apple App Store

Where to Watch Wuthering Waves Reveal Livestream

Watch the Reveal Livestream on YouTube

YouTube Watch the video on YouTube ►

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Latest Version Update

Version 2.8 is Underway!

Wuthering Waves Version 2.8 To the City Set in AmberTo The City Set in Amber
Version 2.7 Duration November 20, 2025 -
December 24, 2025

2.8 Banners, Release Date, and Details

Version 2.8 Characters

2.8 Featured Resonators
Phase 1
(Nov. 20)
Chisa IconChisa NEW
Phase 2
(Dec. 11)

All Current and Next Banners (Gacha)

Version 2.8 Weapons

2.8 Featured Weapons
Phase 1
(Nov. 20)
Phase 2
(Dec. 11)

Absolute Pulsation Weapon Banners

All Version Updates

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 -

All Livestream Summary Articles

Reveal 1.3 2.0
2.1 2.2 2.3
2.4 2.5 2.6
2.7 2.8 -

Upcoming Livestreams

Version 3.0 Livestream

Latest News and Updates

News and Updates
All Codes and How to Redeem
Release Date and Launch Available Platforms
Maintenance Schedule Start and End Time Version Preload Information
How to Download Free 5-Star Resonator Selector
System Requirements and File Size 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 Wuthering Waves for PS5 Released!
Free 5-Star Resonator Selector Mac Release Date
Is Wuthering Waves on Xbox? 2.7 Character Locations and Interactions
2.8 Astrite Count and Total Pulls -

Character and Location Lore

Camellya Geshu Lin Buling
Cartethyia Avidius Angel
Imperator Mya Scar
Phrolova Cristoforo The Grand Architect
Threnodians Sentinels Abraxas (Abby)
Sumika Spacetrek Collective Pink-Haired Girl
Mingting Journeying Paradise New Federation
Startorch Academy Void Storm Ashinohara

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