Wuthering Waves 3.1 Preload Size on PC and Mobile: How to Free Up Enough Space

Wuthering Waves Version 3.1, titled "For You Who Walk in Snow," brings the new Roya Frostlands area, 5-star resonators Aemeath and Luuk, motorbike upgrades, new echoes, and quality-of-life improvements like batch echo tuning. Preload starts on February 3, 2026, at 10:00 UTC+8, with full release after maintenance on February 5 from 04:00 to 11:00 UTC+8. Players receive Astrite x300 and Crystal Solvent x2 as compensation.

Expect a hefty download due to new content. Preload files decompress during maintenance, temporarily needing extra space before old files clear.

Preload Sizes and Storage Needs

PC users should install on an SSD for best results. Mobile preload may vary slightly (some reports note 18 GB for Android). Use Wi-Fi to avoid data costs.

Freeing Up Space on PC

1. Run Disk Cleanup: Search "Disk Cleanup" in Windows, select your drive, check temporary files, thumbnails, and recycle bin. This can free several GB instantly.
2. Clear Temporary Files Manually: Press Win+R, type %temp%, delete all files (skip locked ones). Repeat for prefetch and C:\Windows\Temp.
3. Uninstall Unused Programs: Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & features, sort by size, remove old games or apps.
4. Enable Storage Sense: Settings > System > Storage > Configure Storage Sense to auto-delete temp files and empty recycle bin.
5. Use Third-Party Tools: CCleaner (free version) scans junk, cache, and duplicates safely.
6. Move Files: Transfer photos, videos, or documents to external drive or cloud (OneDrive/Google Drive).
7. Browser and Game Cache: Clear Chrome/Edge cache via settings. For Steam/Epic, verify game files or clear download cache.

Aim for 50+ GB free to buffer decompression hiccups. Defragment HDD if not using SSD.

Freeing Up Space on Android

1. Storage Manager: Settings > Storage > Free up space. Delete duplicates, large files, and unused apps automatically.
2. Clear App Caches: Settings > Apps > See all apps, select large ones (e.g., YouTube, social media), tap Storage > Clear cache.
3. Uninstall Unused Apps: Sort apps by size, remove bloatware or idle games.
4. Downloads and Media: Files app > Downloads, delete old APKs/files. Use Google Photos to back up and clear device copies.
5. SD Card Transfer: Move photos/music to SD card if available.

Target 70+ GB free. Apps like Files by Google help identify space hogs.

Freeing Up Space on iOS

1. iPhone Storage: Settings > General > iPhone Storage. Review recommendations to offload/delete unused apps (keeps data).
2. Delete Large Attachments: Messages > Review large attachments, delete old ones.
3. Clear Safari Cache: Settings > Safari > Clear History and Website Data.
4. Photos Optimization: Photos app > back up to iCloud, then delete from device.
5. Uninstall Apps: Large apps like games - offload to reinstall later.

iOS auto-manages some space, but check for 70+ GB free.

Pro Tips for All Platforms

• Backup Account: Link to Kuro/Epic/Apple/Google before changes.
• If Space Too Tight: Uninstall now, redownload fresh install (70 GB mobile/150 GB PC) on February 5 post-maintenance. Faster than preload but uses more data.
• Monitor Progress: Preload via launcher/app; pause/resume if needed.
• Post-Update: Extra space auto-clears, but verify in-game.

With these steps, you'll dive into 3.1's snowy adventures smoothly. Stay tuned to @Wuthering_Waves for updates.