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Everstone Studio · Published by NetEase Games · Official site ↗
Very Positive — 86% positive (115,342 reviews) · 61 achievements
Last updated 7 Oct 2026
Step into an open-world action-adventure RPG set in ancient China. Uncover the secrets of your own identity as you rise from a humble village wanderer to the sword master of the imperial capital. Learn martial arts and build your reputation as a hero or a bringer of chaos in this free wuxia world.
Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Simulation, Free To Play, Strategy, Massively Multiplayer, Casual, Racing · 2025 · More free games
Embark on an epic journey through Where Winds Meet, where every step in the vast open world of ancient China shapes your destiny. Master martial arts and forge your path as a hero or bringer of chaos, all while uncovering secrets that define your identity.
About this game
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About the Game
Jianghu knows no bounds. Play free across XBOX, PS5, PC, and mobile with full cross-play and cross-progression. No pay-to-win.
Gameplay content is entirely free, with monetization limited to cosmetic items.
In Where Winds Meet, Chinese martial arts meet a seamless open world. Roam vast landscapes, uncover hidden ruins, and descend into layered underground catacombs. Steal techniques from martial sects, wield an arsenal of classic wuxia weaponry, and master over 30 mystic arts – from the flowing balance of Tai Chi to the force of Lion's Roar.
Craft, architecture, astronomy, folk games and performance, medicine and healing – 16 systems come together to form an immersive ancient society.
A Living Open-World History
Jianghu knows no bounds.
Ancient landscapes, traditional crafts, stories drawn from history and realistic graphics come together to build a world true to the spirit of wuxia.
Immerse yourself in the captivating Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period of China, where epic battles and legendary tales shape the course of history. From the bustling imperial capital to the hidden wilderness, every path is filled with secrets and adventures.
Traverse vast landscapes in wuxia style: scale rooftops with fluid parkour, ride the windstride across miles in moments, or use fast travel points to leap between regions.
Adventure Alone or Forge Your Community
Embark on a narrative-driven adventure filled with rich solo gameplay, or team up with up to four friends for seamless co-op experiences.
Join or create a Guild to access group activities: intense guild wars, multiplayer dungeons, and epic raids. Show your skill in competitive duels, or enter a shared, evolving world with thousands of fellow wanderers.
Master Your Way of Wuxia Combat
Tailor your combat – melee, ranged, or stealth. Build a loadout that suits your playstyle. Engage in combat with classic wuxia weapons – sword, spear, dual blades, rope dart, bow, fan, and umbrella. Switch weapons and employ martial arts and mystic skills like Tai Chi to outmaneuver enemies.
Customize Your Jianghu Identity
Customize your character, choose your role, align with factions, and explore unique professions to shape your identity.
Here, freedom is yours, but every action has its weight. Cause chaos, defy the law, and face bounties, pursuit, even time behind bars. Or walk a nobler path: befriend villagers, forge alliances, and grow your reputation as a hero of the wuxia world. In a world torn by chaos, become the spark that ignites change and forge your legacy!
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11 64bit
- Processor: Core i7-7700K / Ryzen 5 1600
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: GTX 1060(6GB) / RX 480(8GB)
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 130 GB available space
- Additional Notes: We recommend you install the game on SSD drive for better experience.
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11 64bit
- Processor: Core i7-10700 / Ryzen 7 3700X
- Memory: 32 GB RAM
- Graphics: RTX 2070 SUPER / RX 6700 XT / ARC A750
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 200 GB available space
- Additional Notes: We recommend you install the game on SSD drive for better experience.
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Version 2.2 Patch Notes: Optimizations and Bug Fixes (September 16)
September 16 Patch Notes (Version 2.2) Dear Wanderers: Eastwind Pavilion will have a rolling maintenance update on September 16, 2026, from 5:00 to 10:00 (UTC+8). During this time, you'll still be able to log in and play, but some features and modes might be temporarily unavailable. The update schedule could change depending on the situation, so please plan your gaming accordingly. Thanks so much for your understanding and support! Below is the new version intel brought for you from the Eastwind Pavilion. Check it out! Guild Improvements 1. The Guild Roster homepage is now editable. Guild Management can pin selected members to the top, while other members are sorted by their activity from the previous week. 2. Guild War now includes personal and guild seasonal statistics, letting you clearly view league and matchmaking data for each season. This is currently available starting from the new season. Data from past seasons will be made available for review in a future update. 3. The boss talent tracking logic has been improved: when claiming rewards after clearing the Guild Hero's Realm, reward counts will now be recorded for both bosses. 4. Wanderers who perform exceptionally in Guild events will receive honorary titles, which can be displayed on the Guild Roster and in the Guild chat channel. 5. A blacklist has been added to the Guild Base. You can now blacklist individual Wanderers or entire guilds. Blacklisted Wanderers will be unable to visit your Guild Base. Other Improvements 1. The entrance to the Reflection Temple has been temporarily closed. It will reopen when Jiangnan arrives. All of your stage progress will be preserved, so you can return to continue your exploration then. Bug Fixes 1. Fixed an issue where the tailored outfit displayed incorrectly during certain results animations. 2. Fixed an issue where the Sword Energy Damage Boost description for the did not match its actual effect. The description has been corrected to read: Each stack of Sword Energy...Read full article on Community Announcements (wherewindsmeet)Patch NotesOfficial
Version 2.2 [Perilous Eminence] Update Overview
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Version 2.1 Patch Notes: Optimizations and Bug Fixes (September 5)
September 5, 2026 Fixes and Optimizations 1. Fixed an issue where the second stage of the Inebriate skill displayed abnormal animations. 2. Fixed an issue where the accessory displayed an abnormal model. 3. Fixed an issue in the event where some Wanderers could not claim the publisher reward after posting an task. 4. Fixed an issue where construction progress rewards in the event could not be claimed under certain conditions. 5. Fixed an issue in the questline where players could not hand the cuju ball to the NPC. 6. Fixed an issue in the questline where a character's shadow would not respawn after death. 7. Fixed an issue where some components displayed a loading state during construction. 8. Fixed an issue where the accessory appeared in the wrong position in the open world. August 20, 2026 Fixes and Optimizations 1. Fixed a visual issue where in were displayed incorrectly. This was a display bug only and did not affect your actual accumulated progress. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. 2. Fixed a display error where buff food and buff scrolls were shown incorrectly in the Rare Rewards preview of . The actual draw results and rewards received were unaffected. 3. Fixed an issue where the makeup, obtained from the event, could not be used after acquisition. August 20 Patch Notes (Version 2.1) Dear Wanderer, We will be performing a non-disruptive maintenance update on August 20, 2026, from 5:00 to 10:00 (UTC+8). You can still log in and play during this time, though some features and modes may be temporarily unavailable. The update window may start earlier or run later depending on actual conditions, so please plan your play sessions accordingly. Thank you for your patience and understanding! Here is what Windtail has brought over from Eastwind Pavilion. Take a look at what's new below! Optimizations 1. Improved camera controls in Build Mode. The Free Camera and Bird's-Eye Camera now support two-finger pinch-to-zoom on touchscre...Read full article on Community Announcements (wherewindsmeet)Patch NotesOfficial
Version 2.1 [Clouded Revelation] Update Overview (September 9 )
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Version 2.0 Patch Notes: Optimizations and Bug Fixes (August 14, 2026)
August 14, 2026 Adjustments I. Tile Remakes 1. : Now provides significant cooldown reduction. New Effect: Grants 1s of to the Martial Art at the active slot, and reduces its maximum cooldown for this battle by 0.4/0.8/1.2/1.6s. This Tile's cooldown increases by 6s after use. 2. : Now more versatile and no longer strictly tied to the effects of . New Effect: Dealing damage has a 40%/80% chance to trigger , dealing 80% Outer Attack damage. II. Tile Balance Adjustments 1. : Radius increased to 7m, with enhanced visual effects. 2. : Increased the animation speed of casting Martial Arts. 3. : Trigger chance for reduced from 40% to 30%. 4. : Damage boost reduced from 6%/12% to 5%/10%. 5. : Damage boost per trigger reduced from 120/240/360/480 to 80/160/240/320. Also fixed an issue where the description did not match the actual effect. 6. : The Martial Art at the active slot now only receives the bonus on its first cast. 7. : The at the active slot now only receives the bonus on its first cast. 8. : Removed the effect that granted upon casting when having more than 20 . 9. : Adjusted Martial Art damage to 40%/80%/120%/160% Outer Attack + 60/120/180/240. Also fixed an issue where the description did not match the actual effect. III. Combat Mechanism Adjustments 1. : Performing an Execution now restores 30 Qi. Additionally, the initiator's advantage duration after landing has been extended. 2. Talent: Bonus gained per round increased from a flat 3 to 3 + 5% of your (rounded up, capped at 20). August 7, 2026 Fixes and Optimizations Network Optimization To address high-latency feedback in certain regions, we are actively optimizing our server connection logic and upgrading server infrastructure. Here is what we have implemented so far: - Optimized network connection strategies to improve the online experience during cross-region matchmaking. - Enhanced network environment detection: When a player's network environment changes (such as switching networks or IP changes), the sys...Read full article on Community Announcements (wherewindsmeet)
