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Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure, Action
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and surmount the Lament.
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Epic, richly built, plot-driven and unpretentious.
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RPG FanJul 202590/100Wuthering Waves is one of the best gacha games on the market thanks to its fantastic combat, lush world, and nearly overwhelming wealth of content.
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Game8Alfonso MajaruconApr 202594/100Despite a weak, clumsy prologue, Wuthering Waves quickly proves itself with a sharp, emotional story driven by an active, memorable protagonist. Its core combat remains intact but has deepened through inventive boss design and content suited for all skill levels. Combined with standout visuals, polished audio, and a low-pressure gacha system, it feels more like a complete, carefully crafted RPG than a typical mobile title.
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Push SquareSammy BarkerJan 20258/10Wuthering Waves is launching on the PS5 at the perfect time, as its new quests are action packed and its improvements over the likes of Genshin Impact are obvious to appreciate. Its story is unfortunately infested with the worst of gacha game writing, so you'll need a strong stomach to get through the abundance of proper nouns. But stick with it and you'll find a beautiful, anime-inspired experience with quality combat, rewarding team building, and hundreds of hours of excellent exploration.
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IGNJess ReyesJun 20247/10Wuthering Waves' flashy combat and enticing exploration are a lot of fun, even if its story is a bland, exposition-heavy slog.
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VGChartzThomas FroehlicherJun 20246.5/10Wuthering Waves is a fairly good alternative to Genshin Impact, but gameplay improvements are needed.
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IGDB rating 7.0/10 from 292 ratings.
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