Where Winds Meet Launches Today on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC, and Xbox Cloud, Also Available on Xbox Game Pass

NetEase Games and Everstone Studio are pleased to announce that the free-to-play wuxia open-world action RPG 'Where Winds Meet' has officially launched today on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC, and Xbox Cloud, and is also available on Xbox Game Pass.

Additionally, a new trailer for the next major update 'Bu Jian Shan' was revealed at the Xbox Games Showcase held today.

'Bu Jian Shan' is planned as a major update following 'Hexi' and 'The Dawn of the Palace', and will expand the adventure in the wuxia world with new exploration areas, new factions, and new martial arts elements.

'Where Winds Meet' Xbox Launch & 'Bu Jian Shan' Reveal Trailer: https://youtu.be/OGBLbHSob6I

More Players Enter the Jianghu with Xbox Game Pass Support

'Where Winds Meet' is a wuxia open-world action RPG set in 10th-century China, where players choose their own path as a chivalrous wanderer and weave their own story.

While exploring a vast seamless world, players can experience the wuxia world through various playstyles, including action with a variety of weapons and martial arts, a deep story, solo play, co-op play, and PvP.

With the launch of the Xbox version, more players can now step into the game's jianghu through Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC, and Xbox Cloud.

First Look at the New Major Update 'Bu Jian Shan'

'Bu Jian Shan' introduces a three-dimensional field structure, new factions, and martial arts elements that differ from previous updates.

New Three-Dimensional Area

'Bu Jian Shan' features a mountainous area with a three-dimensional field that utilizes elevation differences.

Within the steep mountains and complex terrain, there are many hidden elements and secrets to discover through exploration, as well as challenges that utilize movement. Players can freely traverse the vertically varied field and experience a new facet of the wuxia world.

New Mysterious Faction 'Mo Shan Dao'

A mysterious faction called 'Mo Shan Dao' exists within the steep mountains.

The introduction of this faction will add new story developments, martial arts elements, and a unique gameplay cycle. New mysteries and conflicts in the wuxia world will further drive the story forward.

New Weapon 'Gauntlets'

The highly anticipated new weapon 'Gauntlets' also makes an appearance.

This weapon features a close-combat style centered on swift follow-ups and counters, characterized by powerful action that seizes enemy openings and unleashes accumulated force in a single blow. Players can enjoy a new combat experience that combines speed and powerful strikes.

Optimized Comfortable Gaming Experience for Xbox

The Xbox version of 'Where Winds Meet' has been optimized in terms of performance and UI, assuming a living room gaming experience.

Custom-Designed Xbox Wireless Controller

A custom-designed Xbox Wireless Controller inspired by the game's world will also be available.

The design incorporates impressive in-game visuals, expressing the aesthetics of the wuxia world, which combines elegance and sharpness.

Optimization for Xbox Series X|S

The Xbox version supports Smart Delivery, with UI adjustments and enlarged text sizes suitable for living room play.

Furthermore, with HDR, upscaling via AMD FSR 2, and memory optimization, the game aims to provide a stable gaming experience even during vast field exploration and intense battle scenes.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks

A perks pack to support the early stages of the game is available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members.

The first wave is scheduled to be distributed from June 8, 2026 (Monday) to July 24, 2026 (Friday) JST, and includes cultivation items such as 450 Changming Jade, 90,000 Tongbao Coins, Tiaoyin Stone, Elegant Tone, and Dream Medicine.

Official Information

Official Website: https://www.wherewindsmeetgame.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/eQc47PbWCK X: https://x.com/WWM_JP Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhereWindsMeet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/where_winds_meet/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjdxyVRi-PLb21R5Ybj7R-w

About Everstone Studio

Everstone Studio is an up-and-coming game studio focused on developing games themed around open worlds and ancient epics. It is composed of developers with a passion for the wuxia spirit and extensive experience in storytelling, battle direction, and level design.

The studio aims to depict a profound world using cutting-edge technology, blending international game development methods with the aesthetics of classical Chinese culture, featuring characters rooted in historical backgrounds and martial arts elements. By providing a highly free experience within a vast world where history and fantasy intersect, the studio seeks to create a deep connection with players.

About NetEase Games

NetEase Games, the game business division of NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES, HKEX: 9999), is a leading global publisher and developer of video game IPs across various genres and platforms. NetEase Games' publishing and development titles include 'Marvel Rivals', 'Knives Out', 'Identity V', and 'NARAKA: BLADEPOINT'. The company also partners with major entertainment brands such as Warner Bros. and Mojang AB (a subsidiary of Microsoft).

NetEase Games is strengthening support for international studios and collaborating with top development teams around the world, including in Japan, the United States, Canada, and Europe, to deliver innovative gaming experiences to game fans worldwide.

For more information, please visit https://www.neteasegames.com/jp/.

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