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Vote for Where Winds Meet for Best Game You Suck At at the Steam Awards!

19 dec

The road of Jianghu is long, ask not when one returns.

Proudly nominated for Best Game You Suck At at the Steam Awards — a tribute to perseverance, growth, and the wanderers who walked this path with us.

Your support is what carries the winds forward!

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why???? seriusly.... i love the game,but wtf they do this???? they push the players away.... i am being weird????

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Where Winds Meet Review

Where Gravity Is Optional

As a fresh entrant into the open-world RPG space, Where Winds Meet attempts a broad ambition: mix cinematic Wuxia-style martial arts, a sprawling open world, deep character customization, a large variety of weapons/styles, and an MMO-lite social/live service structure. Let’s see how well it pulls off those ambitions; where it shines, and where it feels overstretched. Also, keep in mind that this game is Free to Play.

About This Game

Storyline

A Wandering Swordsman in a Turbulent Era
Where Winds Meet places you in the chaotic period of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms, a time marked by political collapse, rival warlords, and constant regional conflict. You play as a youxia, a wandering martial artist with a mysterious past, navigating a land struggling to rebuild itself while factions compete for power.

Themes of Choice and Identity
The story leans heavily into classic Wuxia themes. You’re free to approach situations as a compassionate protector, a pragmatic survivor, or something morally grey. Instead of forcing a single heroic archetype on you, the game lets your actions define how NPCs react and how the overall tone of your journey unfolds. I feel that this freedom is something a lot of modern games lack.

Personal Tales Within a Massive Conflict
While the overarching plot deals with political unrest, much of the emotional heart comes from smaller character-driven stories scattered across the open world. Villagers, rebels, scholars, soldiers, and wanderers each have their own struggles shaped by the era’s instability. These quests help the world feel lived-in and meaningful, something I really appreciate.

Gameplay Mechanics

Combat & Movement

Combat is a major highlight. The game offers multiple weapon types: swords, dual blades, spears, rope darts, fans, umbrellas, mo-blades; and each weapon type supports different martial arts styles. Players can equip two weapons at a time.
There are also “mystic arts” which are special skills that have both combat and non-combat utility (movement, interaction, special moves).
The combat system is actually really fluid and cinematic. It’s easy to draw parallels to high-quality martial arts fighting from wuxia cinema since the fights genuinely look as amazing as they feel to play.
I was impressed by the emphasis on movement and traversal; the game truly brings the Wuxia fantasy to life not just through combat, but with the fluid mobility, including leaps, dodges, and some parkour-style movements.

So when it comes to combat + movement, Where Winds Meet strongly leans into the “feel like a wuxia hero” fantasy.

Content Variety: Quests, Exploration & Activities

There’s a large variety of content beyond main-story combat: side quests, exploration, customization, mystic arts, crafting or character/weapon progression, and many ways to build and style your character.
The sandbox open-world pulled me in immediately: I’d start a main quest with full determination, but five minutes later I’d be off wandering somewhere completely unrelated, poking into hidden corners or chatting up random NPCs just because the world kept tempting me to explore.
The game supports both solo and multiplayer/social/online features (it’s described as an action-adventure + MMO elements), which means that you can play it more casually or go deeper, depending on your preferences.

Pros

Fluid, spectacular combat & movement: The variety of weapons and martial arts, plus mystic arts and mobility, make combat engaging and satisfying. For fans of action-oriented, martial-arts-style gameplay, this is surely the standout feature.
Stunning, varied open world: From dense bamboo forests to snowy peaks to tranquil streams to busy cities, the world is rich and atmospheric. For an online/free-to-play game, the scale and polish are impressive.
Freedom and variety of playstyles: Whether you like to mainline the story, wander and explore, test different weapon/skill builds, or play with friends; the game supports multiple approaches.
Strong value for a free-to-play game: I was pleasantly surprised by the monetization. It actually feels fair, and I never once felt pushed to spend money. You can enjoy pretty much the whole experience without paying, which is honestly rare for a big open-world game.
A compelling Wuxia-inspired fantasy: The blend of historical/cultural inspiration, fantasy martial arts, and open-world RPG structure gives it a distinctive identity as not just another fantasy RPG, but a Wuxia RPG.

Cons

Content overload/dilution: Because there’s so much: open world, MMO-lite elements, many mechanics, many quest types; some systems feel less polished than others. I’ve seen many players argue that while combat and world shine, many side systems (quests, exploration markers, UI, menus) can feel “bloated” or overly complicated.
Quality inconsistency in non-core features: While combat and visuals are strong, other elements (dialogue animations, NPC behaviour, some idle/clipping issues) feel a bit weak. For example, lip-sync problems, occasional texture/animation glitches, or menu clutter.
Sheer scale can be overwhelming: For players new to large open-world MMOs or those who prefer tight, focused experiences, the sheer volume of systems, side-content, progression paths can be dizzying. It demands time and attention to really get into, which can be daunting.
Jack-of-all-trades, master-of-none feel (in parts): In trying to do a lot: open world, action, customization, MMO, social, exploration; some parts necessarily feel less deep or less refined compared to specialized titles.

Summary Table: Key Aspects

Aspect

Strength

Weakness

Combat & Movement

Fluid, dynamic, cinematic…very satisfying

Requires learning; may feel overwhelming for newcomers

World & Exploration

Beautiful, vast, immersive open world; many regions & secrets

Over-crowded menus/quests

Content Variety

Multiple weapons/styles, mystic arts, customization, social/MMO elements

Many systems, some feel shallow or under-polished

Value/Monetization

Free-to-play with fair monetization; high content value

Risk of economy or grind fatigue for some players

Immersion/Aesthetic

Strong Wuxia vibe, good visuals & ambiance

Occasional animation/clipping glitches; UI clutter

Accessibility

Easy to get into basic combat & exploration

Big learning curve to master full depth; might overwhelm

Conclusion

Where Winds Meet is a bold, grand experiment; a free-to-play open-world Wuxia RPG that tries to do it all: deep combat, vast world, customization, MMO-lite elements, freedom, and cinematic flair. It’s not perfect. Some systems are less polished. It can feel overwhelming. But the moments when it clicks…when you land a fighting move that feels dramatic, when you discover a hidden corner of the world, when visuals + ambiance + audio combine just right…those moments make it worthwhile.

Rating: 9/10
If the winds keep meeting like this, I might just stay lost in this world forever.

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I am a 55 year old biker and trucker father, and probably one of the oldest people playing this game. I am a single father to my Son, who is 15 now. My son got this game for from his uncle, so we installed it on his computer and he started playing. By the end of the week he had 12 hours on this game. This was horrible for me, as it was already hard for me to find ways to spend time with my son, as he is always out with his friends or just watching YouTube. So i decided to make a Steam account and get this game to see if I could maybe play alongside him. I loaded into the game and started playing but I was stuck on what you where supposed to do. I asked my Son for help and he let me borrow his controller. Me and my son then played in turns and I loved it as it was the best time I had spent with my Son since my wife had died. This game has ever since brought me and my son closer again and now we actually spend time together outside the house together as well. This game reminded me that there's fun to be had in everything, and it has brought both me and my son many happy memories.

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Recent Updates and Optimizations

1 dec

Dear Wanderers:

Since last weekend, you likely have explored the vibrant life of Kaifeng. Whether you stumbled upon exciting encounters or are still enjoying the main chapter, we hope your journey has been enjoyable. We understand that there may have been some bumps along the way, and we've gathered your feedback to address your concerns. Rest assured, we're actively working on improvements to enhance your experience!

Audio Issues

Bug Fixes:

1. Fixed incorrect voice lines in the Jianghu Journey CG.

2. Fixed the issue of missing music during the cutscene: Reforging Coins.

3. Fixed audio-visual sync issues in some scenes.

4. The issue of missing sound issue on Consoles will be addressed gradually this week.

We've released a new batch of dubbing and are addressing audio-visual sync issues. Expect more dubbing and voice fixes to be available this week!

Upcoming UI Optimizations:

1. Dialogue: Subtitle optimization by fixing text overflow and adjusting the font size.

2. Text in the open-world: optimizes text display to avoid too much text from appearing at once.

3. Kaifeng Tour Map interface: Localizes into multiple languages.

4. Healer interface: optimizes layout and display.

5. Equipment Tuning interface: Fixes text overflow and optimizes the localization for the musical notes: Gong, Shang, Jue, Zhi, and Yu.

The UI optimizations above are expected to be implemented on January 9 with the V1.2 update. In the meantime, we've received feedback about the menu being too complicated and difficult to navigate. We're also working on these improvements and hope to roll them out soon.

Words from the Devs

We deeply appreciate the love and support from you wanderers around the world. Every piece of feedback matters and helps make our shared Jianghu better. Continue to engage with us through the online community, customer service, and other channels. We will always be here to address your concerns.

If you encounter any issues during your journey, please don't hesitate to share your feedback through the following channels:

· In-game Customer Service

· Official community: Where Winds Meet official account

· Customer service email: https://wherewindsmeet@global.netease.com

Feedback format:

Character ID (found in the lower left corner):

Time of the issue:

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Details:

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Bug Fixed Announcement 11/28

28 nov

Dear Wanderers:

Thank you for your support of Where Winds Meet. We truly value your feedback and enthusiasm for the game.

Fixed the issue that the Healer's Chest was invisible in the wardrobe.

Fixed the issue with the PS5 microphone not turning off properly.

Fixed the issue that the PS5 "Quick on the Uptake" trophy could not be obtained correctly.

Fixed issues with missed or misplaced dubbing in Campaigns and Jianghu Legacy quests.

Fixed issues with tasks in Lumina Guide: Kaifeng.

Fixed abnormal sound effects with the Lift.

Fixed the issue that some NPCs where some NPCs disappeared and Anecdote quests cannot be completed.

Fixed incorrect currency display for some gameplays.

Fixed clipping issues with the Verdant Feathers shoes.

Optimized the PS5 survey experience. You can now scan the QR code to access and complete the survey.

Optimized the Acupoint Strike text display by increasing the font size and adding a floating effect.

Optimized certain requirements for completing Exploration Manual.

Added a DLSS4 Multi Frame Generation option. Enable it in settings if you're using an RTX 50 series graphics card.

New item "Mystic Skills Breakthrough Support Box" now arrives in the Season Shop.

The addition of a "goose" character indicates combat capability.

We will continue to prioritize the issues you’ve reported and resolve them promptly to enhance your experience.

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down to 59k at prime gaming time, lol.

from 250k people down to 59k in 6 weeks lol. This garbage game will have less than 10k people in the next 2 months, just watch. And the same paid liars will still be here defending the game and all its flaws by attacking the people posting about them.

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The built-in time-gated system with "Breakthroughs" is Bs and just slows the game down to hope players buy some of the over priced t mog as they wait to level up. This time gated crap is not good game play

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