3.0 Banners, Release Date, and Summary (Christmas Update)
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Wuthering Waves 3.0 releases on December 25, 2025. Learn more about WuWa 3.0's Christmas update, release date, new banners, upcoming characters, area, features, and more!
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3.0 Release Date and Countdown
Releases on Christmas Day (December 25, 2025)
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| Version 3.0 Release Date | December 25, 2025 |
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Wuthering Waves 3.0, also known as the Christmas Update, releases on December 25, 2025. This update introduces a brand new region, Lahai-Roi, as Rover journeys to discover what's happening in Startorch Academy alongside Chisa.
Lahai-Roi Release Date and Information
Version 3.0 Countdown
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| Wuthering Waves 3.0 is now live! |
Wuthering Waves 3.0 has released! You may now play the new update and experience its content!
Version 3.0 Summary
3.0 Summary
Version 3.0 Characters
| 3.0 Featured Resonators | |
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| Phase 1 (Dec. 25) |
 Lynae NEW |
| Phase 2 (Jan. 15) |
 Mornye NEW |
Cartethyia
Ciaccona
Augusta
IunoAll Current and Next Banners (Gacha)
Version 3.0 Weapons
| 3.0 Featured Weapons | |
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| Phase 1 (Dec. 25) |
 Spectrum Blaster NEW |
| Phase 2 (Jan. 15) |
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Defier's Thorn
Woodland Aria
Starfield Calibrator
Thunderflare Dominion
Moongazer's SigilAbsolute Pulsation Weapon Banners
Version 3.0 Banners
| Phase 1 Banners (Dec. 25 - Jan. 15) |
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 Lynae Banner NEW |
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 Cartethyia Banner |
 Ciaccona Banner |
| Phase 2 Banners (Jan. 15) |
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 Mornye Banner NEW |
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 Augusta Banner |
 Iuno Banner |
Version 3.0 Quests
| 3.0 Main Quests | ||
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 When the Unknown Thrums (Ch. 3 Prologue) |
 What Burns Beneath Frostlands (Ch. 3 Act 1) |
 Ode to the Second Sunrise (Ch. 3 Act 2) |
Version 3.0 Area
| 3.0 All Areas |
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Wuthering Waves Interactive Map
Version 3.0 Sonata & Echoes
Version 3.0 New Bosses
| New Bosses, Locations, and Guides | |
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 Hyvatia |
 Reactor Husk |
Version 3.0 New Mechanics
| New Mechanic |
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| Off-Tune Mechanic |
Version 3.0 News and Events
| Related News | |
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| 3.0 Banners, Release Date, and Details | 3.0 Livestream Codes and Details |
| All Active Redeem Codes | |
| All 3.0 Events & Reruns | |
 Let's Go, to Startorch Academy! |
 Gifts of Freshers Week |
 Operation: Frontier Renewal |
 Lahai-Roi Pioneers |
 Capturing Starlight |
 Beyond the Waves: Lahai-Roi |
 Peaks of Prestige: Rekindled Duel |
 Signs of a Silent Star |
 Startorch Racing |
 Back to Solaris |
 Ascendant Aces |
 Persona Sonic Event |
Version 3.0 Livestream
Broadcasted Last December 12, 2025
The Version 3.0 Preview Special Broadcast was aired last December 12, 2025. Kuro Games shared details on the upcoming update and released Redeem Codes during the stream's broadcast!
3.0 Livestream Codes and Details
New Characters and Banners
Version 3.0 Banners
| Version 3.0 Character Banners | |
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| Lynae Banner NEW [Phase 1 - Dec 25] |
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| Cartethyia Banner
[Phase 1 - Dec 25] |
Ciaccona Banner
[Phase 1 - Dec 25] |
| Mornye Banner NEW
[Phase 2 - Jan 15] |
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| Augusta Banner
[Phase 2 - Jan 15] |
Iuno Banner
[Phase 2 - Jan 15] |
Phase 2 is estimated to be released on Jan 15 based on the 42-day patch schedule and announced content in the livestream.
Four limited 5-star characters will have their own banners in Version 3.0! Lynae debuts in Phase 1 upon the release of the Christmas update, together with Cartethyia and Ciaccona.
As for Phase 2, Mornye will become available alongside Augusta and Iuno with their own limited banners starting January 15, 2025.
Wuthering Waves Characters List
Other 3.X Official Character Teasers
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A few characters from Lahai-Roi have yet to be released in Wuthering Waves. They were previously shown during Version 2.8 alongside other teasers for Version 3.0.
Wuthering Waves Characters List
3.0 New Weapons
Spectrum Blaster (Pistols)
Spectrum Blaster is a 5-star Pistol and is Lynae's signature weapon. It will have its own Absolute Pulsation Convene Banner that will run alongside Lynae herself, starting December 25, 2025.
Spectrum Blaster Release Date and Skill
Starfield Calibrator (Broadblade)
Starfield Calibrator is a 5-star Broadblade and is Mornye's signature weapon. It is slated to release on January 15, 2025 together with Mornye in Phase 2 of Version 3.0.
Starfield Calibrator Release Date and Skills
Synth Armament Series Standard Weapons
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 Radiance Cleaver (Broadblade) |
 Laser Shearer (Sword) |
 Phasic Homogenizer (Pistol) |
 Pulsation Bracer (Gauntlet) |
 Boson Astrolabe (Rectifier) |
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A brand new set of 5-star weapons will be added to the Standard Banner starting Version 3.0!
3.0 New Quests
There will be three new quests coming out in Version 3.0 set to be the introduction to Chapter 3 of the Main Story.
- Prologue - When the Unknown Thrums
- Act 1 - What Burns Beneath Frostlands
- Act 2 - Ode to the Second Sunrise
Main Quest and Story Chapter List
Prologue - When the Unknown Thrums
A prologue quest will become available on December 25, 2025 with the release of 3.0. This is likely to be Rover's journey into Lahai-Roi as he tries to enter the gate found in the Chronorift Metropolis from 2.8.
Flowing Starlight in the Iris Quest Guide
Act 1 - What Burns Beneath Frostlands
Act 1 of Chapter 3 is set to debut with the release of the update and is likely to be set in Startorch Academy as Rover discovers what transpired during the years he left the facility as a student.
Act 2 - Ode to the Second Sunrise
Chapter 3 Act 2 will be released on January 15, 2026 and will signal Phase 2 of the update. This is likely to be a continuation of the story as Rover continues to explore Lahai-Roi as a region.
3.0 New Region and Areas
New Region of Lahai-Roi
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Lahai-Roi is set to debut with Version 3.0 as the newest region in Wuthering Waves. Explore its different areas upon the patch's release in December 25, 2025!
Lahai-Roi Release Date and Information
Startorch Academy
Startorch Academy is depicted to be the gateway to the region based on the events of 2.8. Rover is known to be a student of the facility and will be making their return in the update.
3.0 New Echoes
All New Echoes
New Echoes will be coming to Wuthering Waves in 3.0! Players will be able to see brand new Echoes found in the land of Lahai-Roi.
3.0 New Sonata Effect
There are three new Sonata Effects introduced in Version 3.0 of Wuthering Waves.
Halo of Starry Radiance
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 Halo of Starry Radiance
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2-pc: Healing+
5-pc: Healing an ally increases ATK for Resonators in the team based on the current Off-Tune Buildup Rate. |
Pact of Neonlight Leap
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 Pact of Neonlight Leap
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2-pc: Spectro DMG+
5-pc: Casting Outro Skill increases the incoming Resonator's ATK and grants an additional ATK increase based on their Tune Break Boost. |
Rite of Gilded Revelation
| Sonata Effect | Set Bonuses |
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 Rite of Gilded Revelation
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2-pc: Spectro DMG+
5-pc: Dealing Basic ATK DMG increases Spectro DMG, stackable. With max stacks, casting Resonance Liberation increases Basic ATK DMG. |
3.0 New Bosses
Hyvatia
Hyvatia is a new boss in 3.0 and is created by Spacetrek Collective to detect abnormal energy fluctuations. This is an Overlord Class enemy that you can likely challenge to get ascension materials from.
Hyvatia Boss Location and Guide
Reactor Husk
The Reactor Husk is a safety measurement by the Spacetrek Collective to resist the Threnodian. This Overlord Class enemy comes out to seek and elimitate all intruders when the Reactor Drive's immune response is triggered.
Reactor Husk Boss Location and Guide
3.0 New Tactical Hologram
Dreamless Tactical Hologram
Dreamless debuts as a Tactical Hologram in Version 3.0. Challenge the boss in increasing difficulties and get trophies for completing them!
All Tactical Hologram Locations
3.0 New Endgame Mode
Doubled Pawns Matrix: Pilot
Doubled Pawns Matrix: Pilot is a new endgame mode that requires you to enter the matrix to defeat the different bosses that target the Spacetrek Collective's database.
Select buffs and run challenges against bosses in a highly difficult game mode!
3.0 New Combat Mechanics
Off-Tune Level and Mistune
Version 3.0 introduces a new combat mechanic that lets players build up an enemy’s Off-Tune level through continuous attacks. Once this gauge reaches its maximum, the enemy enters a Mistuned state. Striking them during this window triggers a Tune Break, unleashing a burst of damage and resetting their Off-Tune level back to zero.
What is the Off-Tune Mechanic?
Tune Break Skill
When stronger enemies enter their Mistuned state after accumulating enough Off-Tune levels, players are prompted to cast a Tune Break Skill. Activating this skill deals significant damage, breaks the enemy’s Vibration Strength, interrupts their attacks, and resets their Off-Tune level.
For longtime players, this mechanic may feel familiar to the Finishing Attack mechanic briefly featured in the game’s early story-driven boss encounters.
Version 3.0 Events
All New and Returning Events
| Event Name | Event Summary |
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| Let's Go, to Startorch Academy! |
Login after the 3.0 Update to get 10x Radiant Tides and 10x Crystal Solvent. |
| Gifts of Freshers Week |
This is a login event that gives you Lustrous and Radiant Tides by logging in for 7 days during Version 3.0. |
| Operation: Frontier Renewal |
This is a new permanent event that lets you partake in the development of Lahai-Roi by helping out in building the infrastructure of the region. |
| Lahai-Roi Pioneers |
An exploration event where players must discover the different areas of the new region to gain rewards. |
| Capturing Starlight |
A photo collection event that requires you to capture the sceneries of Lahai-Roi in exchange for Astrites. |
| Beyond the Waves: Lahai-Roi |
A reprise of the classic Lollo Campaign where you must click on tiles to unlock hidden rewards. |
| Peaks of Prestige: Rekindled Duel |
The return of Peaks of Prestige from Version 2.4, where you must duel players with Echoes summoned from your card deck. |
| Signs of a Silent Star |
Earn Astrites and other rewards by fixing the errors caused by the abnormal signal in multiple stages. |
| Startorch Racing |
Battle against time while riding the Expedition Motorbike in various race courses to get rewards. |
| Back to Solaris |
A web event where you can gain rewards like Astrites by inviting old players to return to the game. |
| Ascendant Aces |
A testing ground for the different characters featured in Version 3.0. Complete each trial to earn Astrites. |
| Persona Sonic Event |
A collab event with the Persona and Sonic franchises. |
Version 3.0 New Features
Version 3.0 also has a lot of new quality of life (QoL) features for everyone to enjoy!
- Send Phone Messages with WavesLine
- Expedition Motorbike Travel Feature
- Double Rewards Global Availability
- Team Setup Animations and Improved Event Interface
- Better Mobile Experience
- Improved Audiovisual Exploration
- Data Bank Level Increased to Lvl 30
- Main Quest Fast Track Event
Send Phone Messages with WavesLine
WavesLine is an in-game SMS app that lets you interact with other players and characters similar to a phone's user interface.
WavesLine Phone Features and Mechanics
Expedition Motorbike Travel Feature
The Expedition Motorbike is a new vehicle exclusive to Lahai-Roi that you can use for exploration. Change its design with Livelries, grapple and reach hard-to-reach areas with the vehicle, and roam around the map with the bike!
Expedition Motorcycle Mechanics
Double Rewards Global Availability
Double drop claiming now stacks with double-drop events, allowing you to essentially claim four times the base amount for materials.
Team Setup Animations and Improved Event Interface
The team setup menu in 3.0 has updated visuals with each character having dynamic animations.
Furthermore, there have been improvements to the Event menu as all events now have countdown timers to indicate when they will end.
Better Mobile Experience
Mobile players can now download resources while playing the game, classified based on area and storyline. Aside from this, the Resource Cleanup allows you to manage game assets for already completed content.
Frame Generation support is also extended to more devices with Dimensity 9400 and 9400+ or Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 starting Version 3.0.
Improved Audiovisual Exploration
In Version 3.0, you can experience improved visuals with the game's environment, alongside optimized ambient sound with Lahai-Roi for better immersion.
Data Bank Level Increased to Lvl 30
The max Data Bank Level cap is increased to Level 30 in Version 3.0 and boasts improved drop rates for all Echoes depending on rarity.
Enhanced Drop Rate and Data Bank Level Guide
Main Quest Fast Track Event
You can now fast track the Main Quest to unlock Lahai-Roi even sooner if you are a newer player with the launch of Version 3.0!
Wuthering Waves Related Guides
Latest Version Update
Version 2.8 is Underway!
 To The City Set in Amber |
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| Version 2.8 Duration | November 20, 2025 - December 24, 2025 |
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2.8 Banners, Release Date, and Details
Version 2.8 Characters
| 2.8 Featured Resonators | |
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| Phase 1 (Nov. 20) |
 Chisa NEW |
| Phase 2 (Dec. 11) |
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Phoebe
Phrolova
CantarellaAll Current and Next Banners (Gacha)
Version 2.8 Weapons
| 2.8 Featured Weapons | |
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| Phase 1 (Nov. 20) |
 Kumokiri NEW |
| Phase 2 (Dec. 11) |
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Luminous Hymn
Lethean Elegy
Whispers of SirensAbsolute Pulsation Weapon Banners
All Version Updates
Upcoming Version Updates
| Version 3.0 |
Version 2.0 Patches
| Version 2.0 Updates | |
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| 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 | |
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| Version 1.0 | Version 1.1 |
| Version 1.2 | Version 1.3 |
| Version 1.4 | - |
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 | 3.0 |
Latest News and Updates
Wuthering Waves Collaborations
 Cyberpunk Collab |
 Persona Sonic Collab |
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