Where Winds Meet mobile is out now, and it's obvious right away that this isn't just some simplified app or a weak port. It's the complete Wuxia open-world game, adjusted for phones but keeping all the key elements.
Here are five key things to know about Where Winds Meet mobile.
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1) Optimization
The performance is the most impressive part. The game runs well on mobile: frames stay consistent, it loads quickly, and the graphics look good on small screens. The landscapes, lights, and fight effects are clear and don't make your phone too hot or drain the battery fast.
The engine tweaks and optimizations were done properly, not as a last-minute thing.
2) It’s the full game, not a cut-down version
This isn't a version with stuff cut out or features removed. Where Winds Meet mobile is the same as the PC and console ones in content. The open world, quests, combat systems, and progression are all intact. The main change is the user interface, made for touch controls and smaller screens.
Besides that, all the stuff from the original is included, like the first two big areas full of things to do.
3) The core structure stays true to wuxia
At its heart, this is still a wuxia open-world action adventure game. On mobile, you can play it in three main ways:
- Solo, focusing on story and exploration
- Online co-op, teaming up casually
- MMO-style shared world elements
You have plenty to do from the start, and it doesn't rush you.
Monetization exists, but it's only for looks and rides via gacha-style systems. No pay-to-win for getting stronger, which is nice.
4) Hardware requirements
Everstone Studio made it clear what devices work best, and it pays off. It performs great if you have the right specs, but it's not for old phones.
iOS requirements
- Recommended: iOS 15+, iPhone 14 Pro (A16) or newer
- Supported: iPhone 12 Pro (A14) or newer
- Minimum: iPhone 11 (A13) or newer
Android requirements
- OS: Android 7.1+, at least 8 GB RAM
- Recommended chipsets: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, Dimensity 9200, Exynos 2400 or better
- Supported chipsets: Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2, Dimensity 8000, Exynos 2200 or better
- Minimum chipsets: Snapdragon 778G, Dimensity 1000L, Exynos 2100 or better
If your device is near the minimum, you'll see some issues. If it's near recommended, it runs fine.
5) Crossplay, cross-progression, and mobile-specific tweaks
The multiplayer features are a highlight of Where Winds Meet mobile. Cross-progression works completely. You can swap between mobile, PC, and PS5 with a linked account. Crossplay lets you play with others on different platforms.
You can toggle crossplay on PS5. It's not on PC yet. For mobile, not sure, but probably coming soon.
There are also a few mobile-specific adjustments worth noting:
- New mobile characters can start on Story or Recommended difficulty. Expert unlocks at level 30.
- Legend difficulty is best unlocked on PC first, then carried over via cross-progression.
- Assist Deflection is turned on by default to help with touch controls, but it can be disabled in settings.
- Skill button layouts aren’t customizable yet, though advanced control options are planned for future updates.
These tweaks help new players on mobile without changing the core combat.
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