| Developer | Everstone Studio |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Release Date | 15 Nov, 2025 |
| Platforms | Steam |
| Genre | Open World, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Singleplayer |
| Metacritic Rating | tbd |
Where Winds Meet shares a genre of games that are dime a dozen in the market; you will easily run into massive loads of games with the RPG and open-world tagline. Where Winds Meet is a bit different, and it has carved a unique identity in the gaming sphere. With a steady flow of updates and keeps the gameplay engaging with its vast open world, free-flow movement, excellent cinematic presentation, and fast-paced action.
Where Winds Meet now has earned its spot amongst the giants of open-world games. Many players were skeptical and raised many valid flags against the game for being free-to-play. Where Winds Meet does an excellent job of putting the pay-to-win mechanics at bay. The game can easily expand beyond 100 hours on your first playthrough with the sheer amount of content it has to offer. When the game first released, it garnered over 200,000 players; now it’s keeping a stable 20,000-player count on a daily basis. At the same time, many games fall victim to pay-to-win mechanics, where Winds Meet found a soft spot between them.
We have separated the guides into three different sections:
- Where Winds Meet All Location Guides
- Where Winds Meet All Puzzle Guides
- Where Winds Meet All Utility Guides
Where Winds Meet All Location Guides
This section covers the guides that help the player find specific items and collectibles far away in distant areas.
Where Winds Meet – Imperial Service Area All Collectibles
One of the common mistakes people make is to head to this area without completing certain objectives and quests in previously available areas – which are a requirement to unlock quite a few collectibles in the Imperial Palace area. Here we will list out all the collectible items in the Imperial Palace, both bugged and non-bugged ones, along with the location and minigame details, to completely cover everything you need to know about them in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Sage’s Knoll All Encounters Guide
Here we are focusing on the Encounters in Sage’s Knoll in the game’s first region, Qinghe. There are only two Encounters in this location, but lengthy. They feel like the amalgamation of three different quests due to the sheer amount of things you need to do. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Secret Edict Chamber Guide (Martial Temple)
Unlocking the chamber isn’t a straightforward task, though. You will spend a good amount of time retracing your steps, locating the correct keys, and opening the right doors to get here. Something that is easier said than done, I assure you. Additionally, players need to figure out how to navigate the traps scattered throughout the chamber. But in the end, the effort it took to traverse this place was worth it, just for the treasures found within. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Harvestfall Village All 5 Wandering Tales Guide
After carefully scouring every corner of Harvestfall Village, retracing my steps, and verifying each quest trigger, you will find 5 Wandering Tales hidden in this location. This guide will walk you through every one of them step by step so you too can easily complete them all in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Mercyheart Town All 6 Wandering Tales Guide
There is more to Mercyheart Town than meets the eye. What caught my eye initially were the fields of wild indigo flowers surrounding this eerie village. While it looked mesmerizing during the day, at night, it held a deeper and darker story. The quests will lead you ended up with me to fetch medicine to save a life, find a letter lost and half-burned, and pick up a cursed doll. This eventually gained me the trust of the people of Mercyheart, as they let me in on their best-kept secrets. [Read More…]
How to Get All Weapons in Where Winds Meet
Whether you’re a new or returning player, weapon collecting will play a major role in Where Winds Meet. Since the game supplies 12 unique variants, each type of weapon is locked away at specific locations or behind quests. Here’s a complete guide to getting all 12 weapons quickly in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – All 7 Qinghe Dark Surge Locations
When you first step into the region of Qinghe in Where Winds Meet, the sheer vastness of this ancient Chinese region will leave you with deep fascination. A lot of that beauty and detail is on the surface, but there is also a wealth of hidden objectives to uncover as well, and you will easily get stuck trying to locate Dark Surge nodes. The challenging part is locating each fragment for each Dark Surge node. This quest seemed to go on forever, and finding each and every one was a real slog. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – All Qinghe World Boss Locations
If you’re exploring Qinghe in Where Winds Meet, you’ll come across several powerful threats called the World Bosses. This guide will cover all six World Bosses to be found, including where to find them and how to unlock each encounter. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Where To Start Man in the Well Encounter Quest
Apart from completing Story missions in Where Winds Meet, the game offers you a variety of side quests to keep you engaged. These side quests are labelled as Encounter quests, where you interact with an NPC and sometimes challenge them in a mini-game. But one Encounter quest, namely the Man in the Well Encounter, is pretty tough to find. Don’t worry, as we have prepared a guide for you to easily complete this. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet All Puzzle Guides
This section broadly covers all the guides that are puzzle-oriented during many quests.
Where Winds Meet – Heavenly Market Hexagram Puzzle Guide
Where Winds Meet has its fair share of puzzles, but the one in the “An Unnatural Omen” Lost Chapter definitely catches you off guard. You will have a rough time solving the Tattered Eight Trigrams Puzzle earlier in the quest, but things get a bit more involved once you reach the three treasure doors. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Divinecraft Dungeon in Coppergold Hollow (All Statue Puzzles) Guide
Head around the Northern Qinghe area, and you might come across Old Jin. However, if you were looking for answers to the puzzle that lies ahead, he’s not the one you’re looking for. He welcomes the challenge and motivates you to solve it, so that you can reap its beautiful rewards. The puzzle here shares some of the mechanics of the Reliquary puzzles from Sucker Punch’s Ghost of Yotei, only ten times trickier. So, if you want to stand a chance, you’ll need a particular Mystic Art and your thinking cap on. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Triple Arrow Strike Puzzle Solution
This is the Triple Arrow Strike Divinecraft Dungeon, and it’s easy to get stuck here before getting a chance to open all the Chests and collect the final reward. If you’re also struggling with this dungeon, don’t worry, as I’ve taken some time to map out the details and help you find all the required Chests inside it in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Yin Yang Dial Puzzle Solution – Where Winds Meet (Cries in the Distance)
Where Winds Meet does offer a couple of puzzles that are tied to the quests, but none is as confusing as the Yin Yang Dial Puzzle. You will encounter this puzzle as part of the Cries in the Distance quest, where you need to rescue Brother Feng and exit a secluded cave. This guide will detail how to complete the quest and the puzzle below. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Solve the Puzzle on the Wall
During the “Echoes of Old Battles” Lost Chapter in Where Winds Meet, you’ll investigate the remnants of the Khitan invasion in the southern part of Qinghe, which have been captured by thugs. As you progress through the quest, you’ll find yourself stuck on a puzzle, which requires you to recreate the sacred motto of the Northern Vow. In this guide, we’ll help you solve the puzzle on the wall easily in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Stone Gate Puzzle (Blind to the World)
In the Jianghu Legacy Chapter named Blind to the World, the quest will have the objective, “Find a way to activate the stone gate’s contraption.” Here, we will look at the best way to solve the contraption to complete the puzzle. If you look at the stone gate, you will see that the torches on both sides of the gate don’t have any flames in them. Here, we must solve a puzzle to bring the flames back to the torch to open the stone gate in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet All Utility Guides
Here we cover all the minute objectives you will come across during the game’s many of its questlines in Where Winds Meet.
Where Winds Meet: Hexi and “the human universal”
The first big expansion for the Wuxia ARPG, Where Winds Meet, is currently underway. The first chapter of the expansion was released just last week, and the upcoming months will see the slow release of the expansion’s other two chapters. The immediate success of the base game and its first expansion has been a pleasant surprise to the development team, who are mostly focused on the artistic aspect of game development and not the profit side. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – How To Join the Velvet Shade
Joining Sects in Where Winds Meet is such a doozy that I’m contemplating remaining Sectless for the future. Sects are fun; they’re social, offer powerful weapons, and you get to take part in events not possible by being Sectless. However, figuring out what their Entry Clue feels like a bullet wound, and Velvet Shade just fired the starting gun. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Stone Quake Divinecraft Dungeon Walkthrough
Your experience with the Divinecraft Dungeons in Where Winds Meet can range from a cakewalk to something that feels borderline impossible. Fortunately, I found the Stone Quake Divinecraft Dungeon to be the former. The trick to solving this Dungeon isn’t some fancy Mystic Skill; all you need is your trusty Wind Sense and an iconic video game hazard: Explosive Barrels. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Love Prescribed in Medicine Wandering Tale
These Wandering Tales add so much to the exploration and the in-game world, which makes them worth completing. Here we covered every detail you need to complete this Wandering Tale in Kaifeng, and trust me, every second of this quest oozes tenderness and intimacy. With that said, here’s how you can easily complete the “Love Prescribed in Medicine” Wandering Tale in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Madiao Card Mini-Game Explained
This particular mini-game had me hooked right from the start. At a glance, the game seems to be fairly easy. But in reality? It’s a highly complex format that requires risk-taking, strategy, and perfectly timed bluffs. Think of it as playing an ancient form of Mahjong or Rummy. A bit of luck while playing Madiao does help, but I realized that reading my opponents is what really wins games. If you wish to know how to play and win Madiao, too, this guide will help you out. [Read More…]
How to Free the Mythical Deer in Where Winds Meet
It takes a keen eye to spot the unexpected in Where Winds Meet; one can easily overlook the strange, mythical deer trapped under some vine, unmoving and ethereal. When you approach it, the deer will be immobile and silent. You can check the quest log for any new information, but you will find nothing. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet: 8 Qinghe Bowls Quest Guide
While talking to Zhu Bawan, he confesses what he really wanted: 8 Qinghe bowls to serve his customers. After scouting the land of Qinghe, scavenging enemy camps, and begging players to trade with me, I managed to collect at least 7 Qinghe bowls. But that left me with one missing bowl, the elusive Goose Neck Bowl. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – How to Get Explosive Device Plans
If you’ve completed the Jinming Pool Campaign quest, you’ve probably spotted the locked chest on the lake’s pier, too. The boatman nearby would help you out, but he would want Explosive Device Plans. Would that help me unlock the chest? There is only one way to find out. [Read More…]
How To Unlock Free Morph Mystic Skill in Where Winds Meet
Some Mystic Skills in Where Winds Meet might feel like an impromptu dance performance, and nothing quite epitomizes this more than performing the Free Morph Mystic Skill. But this freestyle-frenzy kick move is more than just a move to wow the crowd; it has the potential to inflict deadly damage. [Read More…]
How To Unlock Golden Body Mystic Skill Where Winds Meet
If you’re anything like me and prefer a more defensive playstyle, then the Golden Body mystic skill is something you should consider owning. Unlocking the Golden Body Mystic Skill is a challenge in itself, so keep on reading to learn how to unlock this skill in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
How to Get Goose Companion in Where Winds Meet
Animal encounters are quite frequent in Where Winds Meet, and you will often find yourself chased by geese. You could tame them and keep them as a companion pet to help you in battles. Obtaining a goose pet will require some steps, so keep reading below to learn how to own a goose. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – How To Get Dragon Keys
Mastering martial arts is a much-needed skill in Where Winds Meet. You get your early lessons in Tai Chi from a bear, but to learn other advanced martial arts, you need Dragon Keys. There are multiple Dragon Keys, which can be used to unlock hidden passages for Martial Arts Skill theft. Read on to learn how to get them. [Read More…]
How To Unlock Talon Strike in Where Winds Meet
Talon Strike is one of the best and easiest Mystic Skills to unlock in Where Winds Meet. It’s incredibly effective against single targets such as bosses and enemy players in the Arena. To unlock the skill, you need to complete a short Skill Theft mini-game at a specific location in Qinghe. This guide will help you unlock this Mystic Art easily and add it to your arsenal of deadly Skills in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Law Violation in Where Winds Meet Explained
While Where Winds Meet is an action-packed game, that does not mean you’ll go around starting brawls with others. The developers have created a strict Law Violation system for punishing notorious players. If you want to avoid falling prey to the police or if you have committed a violation and want to rectify it, read below. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – How to Pass the Songstress’ Test (Shadows in Bloom)
During the “Shadows in Bloom” side quest at Kaifeng in Where Winds Meet, you will be asked to play a song known as “Deep Longing” by Songstress Bai Rong. She will tell you that the tune is Sol, La, Do, Mi, Re, but that’s the end of the clues she’ll offer. You need to listen to the music carefully to show her proof of your skills. Here’s how you can easily pass Songstress Bai Rong’s test during this side quest in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – How To Leave Your Guild
With the option to play solo or multiplayer, many players would pick the latter to socialize. And joining a Guild in Where Winds Meet is the best way to do that. With the kind of variety on offer, though, you are likely to be tempted to join another guild or, perhaps, start one of your own. Here’s how to leave your current guild in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – How To Play & Win in Chess
While exploring, you will meet NPCs who will introduce various mini-games in Where Winds Meet. One showcased game is a chess mini-game, where you compete against different NPCs to win. The tactics used in the chess mini-game resemble traditional chess, but there are key differences. This guide will explain how to play and win in chess in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
How To Get the Giveaway Emote in Where Winds Meet
If you are choosing to play Where Winds Meet alongside friends, emoting is one of the ways you can communicate quickly. One such popular emote is the Giveaway emote, which signals that you are giving the other player a gift. But to obtain this emote, you need to perform a simple side quest. Read below to learn how to do it. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Great Hero’s Three Trials
The Great Hero’s Trial is an early-game Wandering Tale you’ll find at the Bamboo Abode’s eastern shores in Where Winds Meet. This Tale requires you to complete three Trials presented to you by a child named Rongrong. In this extensive guide, we’ll provide you with all the details to complete the Great Hero’s Three Trials easily in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
How To Unlock & Upgrade Celestial Seize in Where Winds Meet
There are a lot of Mystic Skills in Where Winds Meet that you can unlock. But one overpowered skill is Celestial Seize, which allows you to pull distant objects. The use cases for this skill are endless. You can disarm enemies of their weapons to counterattack, or loot chests or backpacks for resources. If you want to learn how to unlock it, read below. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – How To Complete The Wine Jar Challenge (Afterglow Quest Guide)
Unlocking Mystic Arts is one way to up your character’s talents and skills. Mystic Arts provides the base for how you tackle obstacles, exploration, or fight enemies and bosses. Some Mystic Arts will improve movement, like Meteor Flight. But to unlock this craft, you need to complete a peculiar challenge. This guide will explain how to complete the Wine Jar challenge in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Can You Delete a Character or Create a 2nd One in Where Winds Meet?
If you are not happy with the character’s appearance, the game has many items that can help you make changes. But if you want to remove the character altogether to create something unique and fresh, then you will run into problems. Here, we will take a look at all the possible ways to create a new character in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
How To Change Appearance in Where Winds Meet
In Where Winds Meet, character customization plays a major role in personalizing your appearance. The game does offer several customization options for character features and outfits. You could also unlock dying to give your character a unique twist that sets them apart. This guide will explain all there is to know about changing appearance in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Shared Journey or Lone Wanderer?
Where Winds Meet offers new players a unique choice: to play alone or to play with other players. However, you ideally want to weigh the pros and cons of choosing either option before making a decision. In this guide, we’ll go over just that while also revealing if it’s possible to switch modes later on. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Smart Customization Options Explained
Where Winds Meet’s robust character creation system offers more unique features than simply selecting your body and face type. Along with every RPG character creation staple, it offers a new feature known as Smart Customization to make your journey through tenth-century China more personalized. With this Smart Customization feature, you can insert yourself both visually and audibly. In this guide, we’ll explain how the Smart Customization feature works and how to solve the errors you might face when using it in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Drunken Precision or Rhetoric Edge Choice Guide
In Where Winds Meet, you have to make several starting choices to enhance your character’s build. While most of the early game choices you make won’t matter in the long run, you do get a head start on some of the game’s objectives. Early on, you will get one Aspiration Talent point to use on either Drunken Precision or Rhetoric Edge. If you are unsure about the choice to make, we will explain each option below. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Complete Gift of Gab Guide
Where Winds Meet offers a few mini-games to take your mind off the grueling battles across the lands. During your exploration, you will meet an NPC who needs your help in debating and winning against a thief. This introduces you to the Gift of the Gab side quest, where you get to test your debate skills to win arguments in the game. Keep reading below to know how to complete the side quest and to find more debate opponents. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – Which Sect To Join?
Sects in Where Winds Meet are social hubs or factions run by real players that offer unique benefits and varied playstyles and specialize in different Martial Arts training. You must locate a Sect Elder, who will provide you with the requirements to join a Sect. When you join a Sect, you must abide by its rules and uphold its values and ethics; otherwise, you’ll be let go. There are a total of 12 Sects, including “Sectless,” and here’s what you need to consider before joining one of them in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Where Winds Meet – How Do Mystic Arts Work
Mystic Arts in Where Winds Meet are special abilities that players can use during strategic moments in the game. They are powerful moves that are used either in combat to eliminate enemies or out of combat for mobility or puzzle-solving purposes. Progress is required to rank up the Mystic Arts and unlock Tiers with the required resources to make them more powerful. In this guide, we’ll explain how Mystic Arts work and how you can use them in Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
Complete Weapons Guide In Where Winds Meet
Where Winds Meet offers 12 unique weapons for different playstyles. There are weapons available for different builds, and you get to customize your character skills based on the weapons you are most comfortable with. Each weapon offers unique characteristics, and this guide will break them down for you below. [Read More…]
Best Early Game Tips For the Perfect Start in Where Winds Meet
Where Winds Meet is an encapsulating open-world RPG set in 10th-century China. The game captures the essence of complex combat systems as you go through the various levels to change your destiny. Since there is a lot to learn from the get-go, things can get complicated rather quickly. This guide will provide some insight into some of the best early-game tips for Where Winds Meet. [Read More…]
