Wuthering Waves
You play as the Rover, awakening in a broken world plagued by "Tacet Discords." The game features a rich, lore-driven world filled with ruins, futuristic tech, and haunting soundscapes. Combat is fast, fluid, and parry-based, drawing comparisons to Devil May Cry and Punishing: Gray Raven. Exploration is also impressive: players can climb, glide, wall-run, and grapple across vertical cities and open wastelands. It’s a perfect balance of narrative immersion, skill-based combat, and sleek visuals.
Developer: Kuro Game
Global Release: May 2025
Wuthering Waves is an open-world action RPG that blends post-apocalyptic atmosphere with high-speed combat, offering an experience reminiscent of Genshin Impact—but with a darker edge and a heavier emphasis on mechanical skill.
Rating
PROS
- Satisfying, skill-intensive combat with perfect dodge and parry mechanics
- Gorgeous world design and art direction
- Unique, ambient soundtrack
- In-depth worldbuilding and lore
- Great controller and PC optimization
CONS
- Long loading times on mobile
- Slight optimization issues on mid-range phones
- Learning curve may be steep for casual players
