Wuthering Waves Version 2.8 To the City Set in Amber update to release on November 20th, 2025

Wuthering Waves is getting a new update, version 2.8, very soon! The developers have already announced the release date and shown off the upcoming content while players are currently enjoying version 2.7. They revealed everything planned for the update in a live stream yesterday.

Just wanted to quickly share some exciting news! If you haven’t already, definitely check out everything new in the 2.7 update – I really hope you’re enjoying it! And mark your calendars, because the 2.8 update is coming to the game on November 20th, 2025. I can’t wait!

Check out the official trailer for Wuthering Waves Version 2.8, “To the City Set in Amber!” The update launches on November 20th (UTC+8), and features a character determined to break through any obstacle. “I don’t care how impenetrable the Tower is, I’ll cut a way right into it!” #WutheringWaves
— Wuthering Waves (@Wuthering_Waves) November 14, 2025

New Resonators and Resonator Convene will be available

With each new game update, players are eager to discover the latest resonators. This update will introduce two new resonators: a powerful five-star version and a slightly less rare four-star version.

Chisa (5-Star)
Buling (4-Star)

Update 2.8 will also introduce two limited-time events featuring resonators. Here are the details for these upcoming events:

Resonator Convene Phase I

Horizon of Dawnbreak
With Hushed Whispers..

Resonator Convene Phase II

Requiem Without End
Neptune’s Library

Wuthering Waves Version 2.8 Update brings new Main Quests

Besides the resonators, there will be new main quests. Here are the upcoming quests:

Chapter II Act XII: Stagnant Dawn on Wastelands
Chapter II Segue: Flowing Starlight in the Iris

WuWa Version 2.8 Update brings new Weapons, Echoes, and Sonata Effect

In addition to new characters, the game will introduce two new weapons. These weapons have unique abilities and effects designed to fit perfectly with the game’s overall style and atmosphere.

New Weapons

There will be a new five-star weapon for the players.

Kumokiri (5-Star)

And, weapons to be added for the upcoming update are:

Weapon Convene Phase I

Kumokiri
Luminous Hymn

Weapon Convene Phase II

Lethean Elegy
Whispers of Sirens

New Echoes

As a huge fan, I’m so excited about the new update! We’re getting not just one or two, but three brand new echoes, plus a really cool phantom echo. I’ve been checking out the latest version, and here’s a peek at what’s coming…

Nightmare: Tick Tack
Nightmare: Baby Roseshroom
Nightmare: Dwarf Cassowary

Sonata Effects

Sonata Effects are the set bonuses in Wuthering Waves and provide a variety of useful stat bonuses.

Thread of Severed Fate – 3pcs Set: Inflicting Havoc Bane increases the Resonator’s ATK by 20% and grants 30% Resonance Liberation DMG Bonus for 5s.

New Tactical Hologram Challenge

Tactical Hologram: The False Sovereign

New Event arriving with WuWa Version 2.8 Update

The 2.8 update will be packed with events! Here’s a preview of the special events coming up. We don’t have details on the standard, recurring events just yet.

Special Events

This update includes several special, time-limited events where you can win lots of rewards. Here’s a list of what’s coming up:

Stranger Things in Honami: Combat Event
Gifts of Amber: 7-Day Login Event
Tactical Simulacra: Off Tune: Featured Combat Event
Whispers of the Waves: Photo Collection Event
Lollo Campaign: Rising Anew: Featured Commission Event
Search for It! Bits of Lahai-Roi: Showcase Event

Optimizations coming with the Wuthering Waves Version 2.8 update

I’m really excited about the WuWa 2.8 update! Besides all the new stuff, they’ve also been working on making the game run smoother and be more enjoyable overall. Here’s what I’ve heard are the biggest changes they’ve made to improve how the game plays.

Performance Optimizations

After updating to version 2.8, ray tracing will put less strain on your graphics card with the same settings, leading to better game performance when it’s turned on.

We’re improving the lighting in some areas to make the game even more visually stunning. We’re also adding support for a technology called DFAO on PCs, which will create more realistic and natural lighting effects.

Echo Absorption

After the Version 2.8 update, you’ll be able to collect all nearby Echoes with a single click. We’re also adding a “Main Echo” slot to the Echo suggestions menu, making it easier to manage your Echoes.

Upgrade Materials Management

We’re adding an “Auto Supplement” button to the menus for upgrading Resonators, Weapons, and Skills. If you don’t have enough upgrade materials, this button will take you to a screen where you can easily see what’s missing and use options like Synthesis, Conversion, or Supply Packs to get them. When using Synthesis, the system will automatically look for lower-rarity materials and Supply Packs to fill any gaps in your material list, ensuring you have everything you need.

Better Combat Experience

We’re updating the Guidebook to make it easier to use. The tabs will be rearranged so you can quickly find information on Recurring Challenges and farming locations. We’re also adding more details to the Recurring Challenges section, like how much time is left and your progress, so you can easily keep track of things. When you start a “Tactical Hologram: Phantom Pain” challenge again, your Resonators will now have full stamina. Finally, we’re improving the Boss Challenges experience: after finishing or leaving a challenge, you’ll see a “Restart” button instead of the “Cancel” button.

Auto Mute

We’re adding a new setting for PC players using Windows: “Mute when Game is in the Background.” When turned on, this will automatically silence the game if you switch to other applications or minimize it.

Although the list of changes is short, the updated system will affect how you play, so it’s worth checking out.

Havoc Bane

Certain Havoc attacks can inflict a status effect called Havoc Bane on enemies. While Havoc Bane is active, the enemy’s defense is lowered. This effect can stack up to three times, and each stack reduces the enemy’s defense by 2%.

Fusion Burst

Certain Fusion attacks can build up a ‘Fusion Burst’ effect on enemies. If enough stacks of Fusion Burst accumulate – up to a maximum of 10 – they’ll all detonate, causing an explosion that deals Fusion damage to nearby enemies. The more stacks, the more powerful the explosion.

Glacio Chafe

Certain attacks will inflict ‘Glacio Chafe’ on enemies, causing Glacio damage. This effect can stack up to 10 times, increasing the damage with each stack. Each stack also slows the target’s movement speed. If an enemy reaches the maximum number of Glacio Chafe stacks, they will be frozen, and the stacks will disappear. It will be difficult to break free from the frozen state.

Electro Flare

Certain Electro attacks can apply a stacking effect called Electro Flare to enemies. While Electro Flare is active, it repeatedly deals Electro damage. Each time the enemy is damaged, half of the Electro Flare stacks are removed. Electro Flare can stack up to 10 times, with more stacks meaning higher damage. Once Electro Flare reaches its maximum of 10 stacks, any further stacks become Electro Rage. Electro Rage boosts the damage of the next Electro Flare burst and is consumed after being triggered. Like Electro Flare, Electro Rage can stack up to 10 times, further increasing the damage of Electro Flare.

New Contents

There will be three new contents in the 2.8 update. Here’s an overview of them:

Stranger Things in Honami: After the end of Honami’s City looping crisis, Namipon from Shashou Cafe contacts you to request your and Chisa’s help in investigating a series of strange occurrences throughout Honami City. Assist Namipon with the investigation while also gathering supplies to renovate Shashou Cafe.
Tactical Simulacra: Off Tune: With your help, the Tactical Simulacra has achieved initial success. The Academy has managed to measure the Tunability of Tacet Discord frequencies. Disrupting their Tunability would mean a lethal blow to them…
Lollo Campaign: Rising Anew: Maji, the idea king, is back with yet another new campaign. This time, he’s riding the tech wave and trying to create his very own smart assistant, Lollo Genie. Interact with adorable Echoes and submit their behavioural data to Maji to collect Lollo Stamps and participate in the thrilling lottery!

New Regions

Chronorift Metropolis

The city is in ruins, preserved like a piece of amber within the Sonoro desert. What were once busy streets are now covered in overgrown grass, and the lower roads have been claimed by the sea. A mournful sound, the Lament, echoes on repeat, and the very fabric of time and space seems broken. Yet, this scene feels strangely still, as if frozen in a timeless, silent moment.

New Outfit

Zani Deluxe Outfit: Downtown Repose

That is all from the Wuthering Waves version 2.8 update coming soon.

2025-11-15 03:14