Wuthering Waves version 2.8 update ‘To the City Set in Amber’ launches November 20

PlayStation 5 physical edition due out in spring 2026.

Kuro Games will release the version 2.8 update for free-to-play open-world action RPG Wuthering Waves, dubbed “To the City Set in Amber,” on November 20, the developer announced. A PlayStation 5 physical “Deluxe Collection” is also planned for release in spring 2026.

Here is an overview of the update:

Version 2.8 Overview
Titled “To the City Set in Amber,” the version 2.8 update expands the world of Wuthering Waves with new quests, fresh story content, powerful Echoes, a new Tactical Hologram challenge, and a variety of limited-time events.
New Main Quests – Two main quests advance the ongoing story with additional missions and lore developments:
Chapter II Act XII: Stagnant Dawn on Wastelands
Chapter II Segue: Flowing Starlight in the Iris

New Outfits
Downtown Repose: Zani – Deluxe Outfit – Offers a refreshed look for the disciplined Averardo Bank professional.
New Location
Chronorift Metropolis
New Echoes
Nightmare: Baby Roseshroom
Nightmare: Tick Tack
Nightmare: Dwarf Cassowary
New Phantom Echo
Phantom: The False Sovereign
New Sonata Effect
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
Updated Negative Statuses
Havoc Bane – Some Havoc attacks will apply a stackable Havoc Bane effect to the target. While Havoc Bane lasts, the DEF of the inflicted target is reduced. Havoc Bane stacks up to 3 times by default, with each stack reducing the target’s DEF by 2%.
Fusion Burst – Some Fusion attacks will apply a stackable Fusion Burst effect to the target. When Fusion Burst is stacked to its max, all stacks will be removed to trigger an explosion, dealing Fusion DMG around the target. Fusion Burst effect stacks up to 10 times by default. The higher the stacks, the more DMG dealt.
Glacio Chafe – Some Glacio attacks will apply a stackable Glacio Chafe effect to the target. When Glacio Chafe is inflicted, the target receives Glacio DMG. Glacio Chafe stacks up to 10 times by default. The higher the stacks, the more DMG dealt. Each stack of Glacio Chafe effect reduces the target’s Movement Speed. When Glacio Chafe reaches max stacks, the target will be frozen, and all stacks of Glacio Chafe will be removed. Struggle to accelerate your recovery from the frozen state.
Electro Flare – Some Electro attacks will apply a stackable Electro Flare effect to the target. While Electro Flare lasts, it deals periodic Electro DMG to the target. The target loses half of the effect stacks with each instance of damage. Electro Flare stacks up to 10 times by default. The higher the stacks, the more DMG dealt. At maximum stacks of Electro Flare, any new stack inflicted becomes stackable Electro Rage. Electro Rage increases the DMG dealt by the next Electro Flare trigger. Electro Rage is removed once triggered. Electro Rage stacks up to 10 times by default. The higher the stacks, the more DMG Electro Flare deals.
Optimizations
Performance Optimizations – Following the Version 2.8 update, the GPU load from Ray Tracing under the same graphics settings will be effectively reduced, boosting the game’s performance efficiency while running with this option enabled.
The Global Illumination effects will be optimized in certain scenes to provide even more immersive lighting in certain areas. Support for DFAO (Distance Field Ambient Occlusion) will be added under some PC graphics settings to bring in richer and more natural lighting.
Echo Absorption – Following the Version 2.8 update, one-click absorption of all absorbable Echoes in a specific radius will be added. A “Main Echo” slot will be added to the “Suggest” feature on the Echo equipment menu.
Upgrade Materials Management – An “Auto Supplement” feature will be added to the Resonator Ascension, Weapon Ascension, and Skill Upgrade menus. When the required upgrade materials are insufficient, clicking this button will open the Auto Supplement screen, where you can directly see which materials you need and use Synthesis, Conversion, or Supply Packs. During Synthesis, if low-rarity materials are insufficient, the system will begin searching for lower-rarity materials and Supply Packs to auto-fill the required material list until all requirements are met.
Better Combat Experience – The Guidebook tabs will be reorganized. You can use the tabs to quickly jump to Recurring Challenges or material farming spots. More details will be displayed for Recurring Challenges, including remaining time and challenge progress, making them easier to track and navigate. When a “Tactical Hologram: Phantom Pain challenge” is initiated again, the Resonators will enter it with full STA. Additionally, the Boss Challenges experience will be optimized; in the prompt that appears after exiting or completing a challenge, the original “Cancel” button will now be replaced with a “Restart” button.
Auto Mute – A “Mute when Game is in the Background” option will be added on PC with Windows. When the option is enabled, the game will be muted automatically if minimized to the taskbar or running in the background.
New Resonators
Chisa (5-Star)
Buling (4-Star)
Upcoming Featured Resonator Convene – Version 2.8 introduces two limited-time Resonator Convene phases, each featuring themed content tied to the latest chapter of Wuthering Waves and offering players the opportunity to recruit new Resonators:
Phase I
Horizon of Dawnbreak
With Hushed Whispers..
Phase II
Requiem Without End
Neptune’s Library
New Weapon
Kumokiri (5-Star)
Upcoming Featured Weapon Convene
Phase I
Kumokiri
Luminous Hymn
Phase II
Lethean Elegy
Whispers of Sirens
Special Events – Version 2.8 introduces a lineup of limited-time events that offer fresh opportunities to earn rewards and take part in unique activities across Solaris-3. Each event features its own objectives and themed rewards, encouraging players to dive back into the world of Wuthering Waves throughout the update.
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

This PlayStation 5 “Deluxe Collection” includes an exclusive metal display featuring game-inspired artwork, an acrylic standee of the two main protagonists, decorative acrylic paper, a collectible postcard, and redemption codes for a selection of in-game items.

Wuthering Waves is available now for PlayStation 5, PC via client download and Epic Games Store, iOS via App Store, and Android via Google Play. The PC version will also be available via Steam starting April 29.

Watch a new set of trailers below.