The much-anticipated Version 2.3 update for *Wuthering Waves*, titled "Fiery Arpeggio of Summer," has officially launched, marking not only the game's first anniversary but also its exciting debut on Steam, making it accessible to PC gamers. This update, which unfolds over four phases, promises a plethora of new content, from fresh characters and story arcs to engaging event activities, ensuring that players with a solid Union Level have a rich gaming experience ahead. The update kicks off on April 29th and continues until June 12th, 2025.
The narrative expands with two captivating storylines: "A Blaze in the Dark" and "Your Summer Will Never Wither," alongside new Phantom Echoes including Crownless (and its challenging Nightmare version), Nimbus Wraith, and the intriguing Chest Mimic. As part of the anniversary celebrations, players can participate in the "Gifts of Grand Celebration" login event from May 23rd to June 11th, which rewards those at Union Level 8 with Radiant Tides and a Moment of Resonance. Dive deeper into the update with the official trailer below.
The festivities continue with additional login events: "Gifts of Grand Reunion" from April 29th to June 11th and "Gifts of Melodic Verses" from June 5th to June 19th. These events offer a variety of rewards, including Radiant Tide, Lustrous Tide, Astrite, Modifiers, and essential upgrade materials.
For fans of minigames, the beloved "Cubie Derby" returns as both a warm-up leisure event and a spectator event where you can support your favorite Cubes. Engage in dice-rolling action, navigate your Cube across the board, and collect rewards like Phantom: Chest Mimic and Flight Aspect: Laureate.
In the first phase of the update, players have the chance to pull for Resonators such as Lumi, Taoqi, and Yuanwu, as well as weapons like Dauntless Evernight, Overture, and Hollow Mirage, all available until June 11th. Beyond these, the update introduces various events, including the Solaris Film Festival, which you can explore by downloading *Wuthering Waves* from the Google Play Store.
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