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Game Information

Game Title: Where Winds Meet

Platforms:

• PlayStation 5 (Nov 14, 2025)
• PC (Nov 14, 2025)

Trailers:

• Where Winds Meet: Official Gameplay Trailer
• Where Winds Meet - Sects Trailer | TGS 2025
• Where Winds Meet - Release Date Trailer

Developer: Everstone Studio

Publisher: NetEase Games

Review Aggregator:

OpenCritic - 69 average - 57% recommended - 7 reviews

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Critic Reviews

AltChar - Dina Husejnagić - 95 / 100

Where Winds Meet is simultaneously one of the most impressive and ambitious games I've ever played, and it succeeds remarkably well at what it sets out to achieve - action-packed combat, exploration that never becomes a chore, and a story that ties it all together with heart. And that's even without going into any MMO systems.

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But Why Tho? - Abdul Saad - 8.5 / 10

While its narrative is far from perfect in terms of engagement, Where Winds Meet is an impressive and ambitious game that, for the most part, succeeds in fulfilling its promises.

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COGconnected - Mark Steighner - 78 / 100

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Gamer Guides - Craig Robinson - 68 / 100

Where Winds Meet is a fantastic RPG, for either players looking for a solid action combat game, with more grounded storytelling, or to more MMO-like players wanting a social experience. However, it is marred by technical implementation, weighing the game down quite dramatically.

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IGN Spain - Rafa Del Río - Spanish - 6 / 10

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The Nerd Stash - Julio La Pine - 8 / 10

Where Winds Meet is an amalgamation of so many systems, that should feel overwhelming, but don't. Instead, they all work cohesively to offer a unique Wuxia experience, and one of the best in the market.

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Worth Playing - Cody Medellin - 5.5 / 10

Where Winds Meet has potential. We're starting to see RPGs in a Wuxia setting, and this is perhaps the most compelling one yet. The number of activities varies greatly, and the combat feels wonderful. The game's vastness means that there's loads of longevity, even if the experience can feel like a grind at times. The many systems at play can lead to a confusing experience, especially since the game does a poor job of teaching you the gameplay mechanics. The spotty presentation doesn't do the game any favors when coupled with the lack of translation in places. If you're willing to put up with all of these hindrances from the start, you'll find a game that does a good job of keeping you interested. Most people will be better served by waiting to see if the team can add some much-needed polish before jumping in.

 

[Kuranghi]

Every time I see this game I say in my head "Where Winds Break" and then snigger.

Because I'm a children.

I'm sorry this is the first reply, its a nice OP.

 

[Kurotri]

Guess the winds met a terrible score lmaooooo

 

[drotahorror]

Guess the winds met a terrible score lmaooooo

Seems pretty nice to me.

I honestly expect the score to go up as the ratings are all over the place. One seemed positive about the game but didn't like how the games mechanics were/weren't explained.

 

[Kurotri]

Seems pretty nice to me.

 

[Abysse]

The many systems at play can lead to a confusing experience, especially since the game does a poor job of teaching you the gameplay mechanics.

Why don't these sons of bitches learn on their own instead of relying on intrusive tutorials?

 

[Nankatsu]

Seems like a game that requires people to invests extra time in learning it's mechanics.

These days most reviewers want their hands hold.

 

[Punished Miku]

Seems a bit shit.

 

[Poppinfresh]

Not a full review, but FightinCowboy seemd to like it