Region Access Monitor
Built from verified launch announcements, Steam RSS patch notes, and regional access guides so global players know exactly which launcher to install.
| Platform | Status | Languages | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Global | Live | English, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese (UI) | Available worldwide (outside CN) with cross-play and cross-progression. Launch date Nov 14, 2025. |
| Steam (China region) | Region-locked | Simplified Chinese (supported but inaccessible via CN storefront) | Store page shows 'Coming 2025' but is restricted to international accounts; players need out-of-region credentials or alternative launchers. |
| PlayStation 5 | Live | English, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese | Supports cross-play/cross-progression with PC, part of Season 1 launch content. |
| Epic Games Store | Live | English, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese | PC distribution alternative; shares launch timing with Steam and official client. |
| Official Launcher | Live | English (default) | Standalone client distributed via wherewindsmeetgame.com with multiple install packages (Standard 100GB, Quick 60GB). |
2025-11-16
Bug Fixed Announcement 11/16
Channel: Steam News RSS
7/2/2025 – 7/24/2025
Final Test Registration
Registration window for the Final Test; sign-ups were hosted via Easebar form.
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Steam Beta
Languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese
7/24/2025 – 8/1/2025
Final Test Closed Beta
Playtest ran simultaneously across PS5 and PC; timezone split includes July 24 19:00 PT to July 31 21:00 PT.
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Steam Beta
Languages: Announced per region
11/12/2025 – 11/14/2025
Preload Opens
Players can begin downloading Where Winds Meet exactly 48 hours before launch.
Platforms: Steam, Epic Games Store
Languages: Announced per region
11/14/2025 – Invalid Date
Global Launch (Season 1: Blade Out)
Free-to-play launch with cross-play and cross-progression across Steam, PS5, Epic, and the official launcher; Season 1 begins at 2pm PST.
Platforms: Steam, PlayStation 5, Epic Games Store, Official Client
Languages: Announced per region
11/16/2025 – Invalid Date
Bug Fix Announcement 11/16
Hotfix addressing custom emotes, signpost recordings, customization loading, Wanderers Alike tasks, Perception Forest tips, and localization improvements.
Platforms: Steam
Languages: Announced per region
Regions
20+
Open world spans 20+ distinct regions blending historical China with imaginative Wuxia landscapes.
NPCs
10,000
More than 10,000 unique NPCs with their own personalities and responses, allowing alliances or rivalries.
Mystic arts
40+
Players can master 40+ martial mystic arts plus a wide arsenal of weapons (Spear, Sword, Dual Blades, Glaive, Umbrella, Fan).
Story length
150+ hrs
Narratively driven adventure with over 150 hours of exploration whether solo or in co-op (up to 4 players).
Peak CCU
140,000
Reached 140k concurrent players on Steam during launch weekend.
Season 1 cosmetics
180
All free launch rewards for players who log in during Season 1: Blade Out.