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Wuthering Waves (WuWa)

Version 2.4 Banners, Release Date, and Details

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Wuthering Waves - Version 2.4 Details

Wuthering Waves 2.4 is an update for Wuthering Waves released last June 12, 2025. Learn more about this update including release date, new banners, characters, area, features, and more!

Version 2.4 Release Date

Version 2.4 Released on June 12, 2025

Version 2.4 - Lightly We Toss the CrownLightly We Toss The Crown
Version 2.4
Schedule
June 12, 2025 -
July 23, 2024

Version 2.4 has released last June 12, 2025, bringing in familiar and new characters, a continuation to the main story, a brand new area to explore, and more in this exciting update!

Version 2.4 Summary

Wuthering Waves Version 2.4 Partial Banner

Version 2.4 Characters

2.4 New and Featured Characters
Cartethyia - Aero IconCartethyia
(5★ Aero)
Lupa - Fusion IconLupa
(5★ Fusion)

Tier List and the Best Characters

Version 2.4 Weapons

2.4 New Weapons
Wuthering Waves - DefierDefier's Thorn
(5★ Sword)
Wuthering Waves - Wildfire Mark IconWildfire Mark
(5★ Broadblade)

Version 2.4 Banners

2.4 Limited Banners
Wuthering Waves Dance in The Storm Cartethyia Banner
[Phase 1]
Wuthering Waves DefierDefier's Thorn Banner
[Phase 1]
Wuthering Waves Roar of Triumph BannerLupa Banner
[Phase 2]
Wuthering Waves Wildfire Mark Absolute PulsationWildfire Mark Banner
[Phase 2]

Version 2.4 New Sonata Effects

2.4 New Sonata Effects
Windward PilgrimageWindward Pilgrimage Flaming ClawprintFlaming Clawprint

All Version 2.4 News and Events

2.4 News
2.4 Version Release Date and Summary 2.4 Livestream Codes and Summary
All Active Redeem Codes
2.4 Events
Wuthering Waves All Out Towards the Peak of Prestige Event GuideAll Out! Towards the Peaks of Prestige Wuthering Waves Banners Never Fall Event GuideBanners Never Fall
Wuthering Waves Virtual Crisis Frontier Trial Event GuideVirtual Crisis: Frontier Trials Wuthering Waves The Everglorious Summit Event GuideThe Everglorious Summit
Wuthering Waves Septimont Travel Atlas Event GuideSeptimont Travel Atlas Wuthering Waves Uncovering Past Heroes Event GuideUncovering Past Heroes
Wuthering Waves Lollo Campaign Verification Event GuideLollo Campaign: Verification Wuthering Waves Gifts of Applause Event Guide Gifts of Applause
Wuthering Waves The Great Agon Gifts of Grand Opening Event GuideThe Great Agon Gifts of Grand Opening

TCG Event Guides

2.4 TCG Trial Guides
Trial 3: The Lifespring Trial 4: The Dustbound
Trial 5: The Nightmare Trial 6: The Firebrand
Endless Challenge
2.4 TCG Special Challenges Guides
Ciaccona Brant
Lupa Calcharo
2.4 TCG Tips and Tricks
Best Cards to Use Best Decks to Play
How to Raise Duelist Level List of Cards

Version 2.4 Quests

2.4 New Quests
Chapter II Act V:
Shadow of Glory

Main Quest Pt. 1
Chapter II Act VI:
Flames of Heart

Main Quest Pt. 2

Version 2.4 New Echoes

2.4 New Echoes List
Fusion DrakeFusion Drake Spectro DrakeSpectro Drake
Havoc DrakeHavoc Drake DevoteeDevotee's Flesh
PilgrimPilgrim's Shell KerasaurKerasaur
Nightmare KelpieNightmare: Kelpie Lionness of GloryLioness of Glory
2.4 Phantom Echo List
Phantom Fae IgnisPhantom: Fae Ignis Phantom Cuddle WuddlePhantom: Cuddle Wuddle
2.4 New Tactical Hologram
Tactical Hologram:
Nightmare: Kelpie

Version 2.4 Livestream

Aired on May 30, 2025

Wuthering Waves - Version 2.4 Special Broadcast

The Special Broadcast livestream for Version 2.4 aired on May 30, 2025 where the developers discussed details on the game's new update. They also gave out Redeem Codes during the stream's run time!

2.4 Livestream Date and Time

New Characters and Banners

Version 2.4 Banners

Version 2.4 Character Banners
Wuthering Waves Cartethyia Limited BannerCartethyia Banner
[Phase 1 - June 12]
Wuthering Waves Lupa Limited BannerLupa Banner
[Phase 2 - July 3]

Two new 5-star characters are coming to version 2.4 with Cartethyia debuting first on June 12, 2025 alongside the version update!

Following her on July 3, 2025 is Lupa's first banner!

All New and Upcoming Characters

New Weapons

Defier's Thorn (Sword)

Defier

Defier's Thorn is a 5-star Sword and is the signature weapon for the Aero character, Cartethyia. You may obtain this weapon from its own Absolute Pulsation banner running alongside Cartethyia's limited banner from June 12, 2025 to July 3, 2025.

Defier's Thorn Weapon Information

Wildfire Mark (Broadblade)

Wildfire Mark

Wildfire Mark is a 5-star Broadblade and is the signature weapon for the Fusion character, Lupa. You can get the weapon from the limited Absolute Pulsation weapon banner from July 3, 2025 to July 23, 2025, alongside Lupa's limited character banner!

Wildfire Mark Weapon Information

New Skins

Changli Skin: Laurel Nymph

Changli Skin - Laurel Nymph

Changli's Skin, Laurel Nymph, is has released within the Version 2.4 update, donning garments that are sure to turn up the summer temperature!

Changli Skin - Release Date and Info

Carlotta Skin: Splashing Summer

Carlotta Skin - Splashing Summer

Carlotta's Skin, Splashing Summer, has also released in Version 2.4 update! She is seen sporting a splash-ready attire, ready for a nice day out on the sandy beaches of Rinascita!

Carlotta Skin - Release Date and Info

New Quests

Chapter II Act V: Shadow of Glory

Shadow of Glory Quest

Story Release June 12, 2025

Chapter II Act V: Shadow of Glory has released last June 12, 2025, and will introduce Septimont into the story. Rovers will be able to explore the new area and experience the Great Agon.

Shadow of Glory Quest Guide

Chapter II Act VI: Flames of Heart

Flames of Heart Quest

Story Release July 3, 2025

On July 3, 2025, Chapter II Act VI: Flames of Heart will be released, and will follow Lupa and Rover's story in uncovering the mastermind behind the events in Septimont.

Flames of Heart Quest Guide

New Area

Septimont

Septimont

From the shores of Rinascita proudly stands the nation of Septimont, a majestic cityscape where towers reach for the heavens.

Venture beyond the waters of the greater Rinascita region to uncover its wonders and face the looming threats that await around every corner.

Septimont Interactive Map and 100% Guide

New Echoes

Version 2.4 Echoes

List of Echoes
Wuthering Waves - Spectro Drake IconSpectro Drake Wuthering Waves - Fusion Drake IconFusion Drake Wuthering Waves - Havoc Drake IconHavoc Drake
Wuthering Waves - DevoteeDevotee's Flesh Wuthering Waves - Kerasaur IconKerasaur Wuthering Waves - PilgrimPilgrim's Shell
Wuthering Waves - Lioness of Glory IconLioness of Glory Wuthering Waves - Nightmare: Kelpie IconNightmare: Kelpie

8 new Echoeshave debuted in Version 2.4, and are mostly found roaming around Septimont for players to collect and equip on their Resonators!

List of All Echoes

New Phantom Echoes

2.4 Phantom Echoes
Phantom Fae Ignis Phantom:
Fae Ignis
Phantom Cuddle Wuddle Phantom:
Cuddle Wuddle

The Phantom Echoes for Fae Ignis and Cuddle Wuddle are obtained through the Banners Never Fall Challenge Event and All Out! Towards the Peaks of Prestige Event respectively within Version 2.4.

List of All Phantom (Shiny) Echo Locations

New Tactical Hologram

Tactical Hologram - Kelpie

Nightmare: Kelpie will take the center stage for this update's Tactical Hologram, bringing in a new kind of tough challenge that players can take on!

All Tactical Hologram Locations

New Echo Sets

Windward Pilgrimage Echo Set

Sonata Effect Set Bonuses
Wuthering Waves - Windward PilgrimageWindward Pilgrimage 2-pc: Aero DMG +10%.
5-pc: Hitting a target with Aero Erosion increases Crit Rate by 10% and grants 30% Aero DMG Bonus, lasting for 10s.

After the 2.4 update, players will be able to get a new Echo set called Windward Pilgrimage.

This is an Aero-centric set that will be ideal for Aero Erosion units positioned for the Main DPS role. This is the ideal set for Cartethyia during her release.

Cartethyia Best Builds and Teams

Flaming Clawprint Echo Set

Sonata Effect Set Bonuses
Wuthering Waves - Flaming ClawprintFlaming Clawprint 2-pc: Fusion DMG +10%.
5-pc: Casting Resonance Liberation increases Fusion DMG of Resonators in the team by 15% and the caster's Resonance Liberation DMG by 20%, lasting for 35s.

The Flaming Clawprint Echo set will be available in 2.4, and will be good for Fusion units centered towards using Resonance Liberation and buffing other units. This will likely be the ideal set for the upcoming Resonator, Lupa.

Lupa Release Date and Info

All 2.4 Events

All New and Returning Events

Version 1.0 Events
Wuthering Waves - V2.4 WUWA Discord QuestV2.4 WUWA Discord Quest Wuthering Waves - The Great Agon Gifts of Grand OpeningThe Great Agon Gifts of Grand Opening
Wuthering Waves - Banners Never FallBanners Never Fall Wuthering Waves - All Out! Towards the Peaks of PrestigeAll Out! Towards the Peaks of Prestige
Wuthering Waves - Gifts of ApplauseGifts of Applause Wuthering Waves - Uncovering Past HeroesUncovering Past Heroes
Wuthering Waves - Septimont Travel AtlasSeptimont Travel Atlas Wuthering Waves - The Everglorious SummitThe Everglorious Summit
Wuthering Waves - Virtual CrisisVirtual Crisis

Version 2.4 New Features

Version 2.4 brings in new features that are sure to improve QoL and provide players with a better experience!

Global Filter Feature

Global Filters

In 2.4, Rovers can change the look of the game's visuals with global filters. These filters affect the colors for all visuals in the game, and is a fun way to experience Wuthering Waves in different ways.

Improved Asset Interactivity

Asset Interactivity

After the 2.4 update, the game will have improved effects when interacting with the environment. Things such as the leaves and water will respond more realistically, improving immersion in the game.

Focus Mode in Quests

Focus Mode

Focus Mode will become available after 2.4 as Rovers will now be able to progress through quests more easily. No Resonator or location will be unavailable while going through the quests.

In-Game Build Guides

In Game Build Guide

Building characters will be easier after the 2.4 update as there will be official guides in game for Wuthering Waves. Rovers can use these as reference building characters while playing the game.

Wuthering Waves Related Guides

Wuthering Waves - News and Updates
Latest News and Updates

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 Mingting
Journeying Paradise New Federation Startorch Academy
Void Storm Ashinohara -

Lore and Locations

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1 Anonymous Anonymous 6 months

This becomes nothing but a generic open world SFM simulator. Uninstall

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