Wuthering Waves Version 2.8 Update Is Live Today
Starting today, the award-winning and The Game Awards-nominated action RPG Wuthering Waves launches its Version 2.8 update, transporting players to Honami City, a once-thriving metropolis now trapped in a mysterious time loop. Nature has begun to reclaim the skyline, while two new playable Resonators, Chisa and Buling, are drawn into the heart of the phenomenon and the secrets surrounding the city's central Tower.
Watch the Wuthering Waves 2.8 trailer and Chisa introductory trailers below:
- Official Version 2.8 Trailer: https://uberstrategist.link/Wuthering-Waves-Honami-Trailer-YT
- Chisa Cinematic Showcase: https://uberstrategist.link/Wuthering-Waves-Chisa-Cinematic-YT
- Chisa Combat Showcase: https://uberstrategist.link/Wuthering-Waves-Chisa-Combat-YT
Additional Version 2.8 Highlights
Beyond Honami City and the arrival of Buling and Chisa, Version 2.8 also includes new challenges and content updates:
- Chronorift Metropolis, a new location expanding the game's world
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Fresh story content and seasonal limited-time events
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Two featured Resonator Convenes tied to the new chapter
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New Echoes and a challenging Phantom Echo encounter with The False Sovereign
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A new Tactical Hologram challenge
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Zani's deluxe outfit, Downtown Repose
Version 2.8 also introduces major combat and system upgrades designed to make gameplay smoother and more responsive. Players can expect streamlined UI flows, improved performance options, and a range of quality-of-life updates that simplify exploration, equipment management, and combat encounters.
About Wuthering Waves
Wuthering Waves is a free-to-play, cross-platform action RPG set in a post-cataclysmic sci-fi world, blending breathtaking visuals and layered storytelling with fast-paced combat centered on dodges, parries, and team synergy.
The game has recently been nominated for Best Mobile Game at the upcoming 2025 The Game Awards, highlighting its growing impact and reception among players.
Wuthering Waves is available on Windows PC via the official website, Steam (compatible with Steam Deck), and the Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, Mac and iOS via the App Store, and Google Play.
A physical PlayStation 5 Deluxe Collection of Wuthering Waves was recently announced. It includes an exclusive metal display featuring vibrant game-inspired artwork, an acrylic standee of the two main protagonists, decorative acrylic paper, a collectable postcard, and redemption codes for a selection of in-game items. Full release details will be shared at a later date.
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