The free-to-play title Where Winds Meet launches in mid-November for PC and consoles. Here’s everything you need to know about its release, co-op mode, and more.
Releasing on November 14, 2025, Where Winds Meet is an open-world action RPG set in a Wuxia-inspired world. The game combines cinematic martial-arts combat with an expansive open world, a deep narrative, and extensive MMO features. Below, we’ve gathered all details about the release, gameplay, combat system, co-op mode, and world design.
When does Where Winds Meet release?
Where Winds Meet will launch globally on November 14, 2025, for PS5, PC (Steam, Epic Games), Android, and iOS. In China, the game has been available since December 2024 and has already captivated millions of players.
The game will be released as a free-to-play title and include microtransactions. According to the developers, these are limited to cosmetic items only. Pre-registration is already available through the official website.
Where Winds Meet: Platforms and Crossplay
Where Winds Meet will be available on:
- PlayStation 5
- PC (Steam, Epic Games)
- Android and iOS
Crossplay is supported, allowing you to play seamlessly with friends across platforms. An Xbox Series version has not yet been confirmed but could follow soon after release.
What is Where Winds Meet?
Where Winds Meet is an open-world action RPG set in 10th-century China during the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. You play as a young swordsman or swordswoman who leaves their homeland after a personal tragedy and ventures into a fractured world filled with conflict, intrigue, and legend.
According to the developers, you can experience the game as a story-driven single-player adventure lasting over 100 hours, play cooperatively with up to four players, or join an MMO-like online world with thousands of others.
What content does Where Winds Meet offer?
Where Winds Meet blends classic RPG elements with MMO mechanics and a narrative-driven experience. The main features include:
- Open world with 20+ regions, dynamic weather, and a full day-night cycle
- Fully voiced campaign with numerous side quests
- Martial-arts combat featuring swords, spears, dual blades, fans, umbrellas, and more
- Wuxia abilities such as time-slow, telekinesis, and acupuncture attacks
- Professions like doctor, architect, musician, or orator
- Housing system with buildable player homes
- Interactive NPCs with AI-driven dialogue
- Character editor with deep customization options
The combat system stands out for its authentic martial-arts choreography. Movements were motion-captured using real stunt performers. Even weapons like the umbrella serve functional purposes — acting as both shield and blade.
How does co-op work?
In Where Winds Meet, you can team up with up to three other players in story mode. Together you can:
- Complete main and side quests
- Defeat open-world bosses
- Take part in mini-games and social activities
- Share resources and solve puzzles
The co-op mode is seamless and plays more like a traditional action RPG than an MMORPG. The world remains instanced, meaning you’ll only encounter other players if you choose to.
What MMO elements are included?
After several hours of gameplay, you’ll unlock the online mode, which includes a wide range of multiplayer content such as:
- PvE raids, dungeons, and world bosses
- PvP arenas, guild wars, and a battle-royale mode (“Perception Forest”)
- Guilds and brotherhoods with exclusive rewards
- Adventure zones with group meditation, healing quests, and lore-based puzzles
- Campaign challenges with leaderboards
- Weekly events, seasonal updates, and new content every three months
Main and side quests remain exclusive to the single-player or co-op experience, while the online mode focuses on social interactions and optional challenges.
What weapons are available?
At launch, seven main weapon types will be available:
- Sword (Jian)
- Spear
- Dual Blades
- Glaive
- Mo Blade (Longsword)
- Fan & Umbrella
- Rope Dart with Throwing Blade
Each weapon features its own rhythm, combo potential, and compatibility with different fighting styles.
Is there a progression system?
Yes, Where Winds Meet offers a deep progression system that includes:
- Level progression with unlockable abilities
- Profession advancement and reputation system
- Relationship system with NPCs through dialogue choices
- Unlockable regions, factions, and martial-arts techniques
Source: Where Winds Meet
