Keeping on top of the current and next Wuthering Waves update can be tricky. With new content, missions, characters, and more cropping up every few weeks, there's always something going on - and let's not forget the Wuthering Waves livestream, which is bound to offer codes to redeem in-game in addition to exciting glimpses into the future of the game.
To help you out, we've put together this update guide, featuring all the latest news on Kuro Games' exciting ARPG. We've also got a list of all the new Wuthering Waves codes, including any livestream codes, ready for you to redeem.
Here's everything you need to know about the current and next Wuthering Waves update.
When is the next Wuthering Waves livestream?
The Wuthering Waves 3.4 livestream went live on Friday, June 26, 2026, at 19:00 UTC+8. You can watch it on the official Wuthering Waves YouTube or Twitch channels.
When is the next Wuthering Waves update?
The Wuthering Waves 3.5 update went live on July 10, 2026, with maintenance on July 9, 2026.
As long as you've unlocked the mail function, within six hours of the maintenance period ending, you can claim the following compensation rewards from your in-game mail:
- Maintenance compensation: 300 astrite and two crystal solvents
- Bug fixes compensation (optional): 300 astrite
What are the Wuthering Waves update 3.5 banners?
The banners in the Wuthering Waves 3.3 update feature the following characters:
Voices on Azure Feathers - phase one
- Wuthering Waves' Yangyang Xuanling
- Wuthering Waves' Danjin
- Wuthering Waves' Chixia
- Wuthering Waves' Aalto
Undefined Spectrum - phase one
- Wuthering Waves' Lynae
- Danjin
- Chixia
- Aalto
When Winter Thaws - phase one
- Wuthering Waves' Luuk Herssen
- Danjin
- Chixia
- Aalto
Blessings From Dewy Wings - phase two
- Wuthering Waves' Suisui
- Wuthering Waves' Baizhi
- Wuthering Waves' Mortefi
- Wuthering Waves' Lumi
Take Flight in Spring - phase two
- Wuthering Waves' Aemeath
- Baizhi
- Mortefi
- Lumi
Starpath Reverbs - phase one and two
- Wuthering Waves' Jiyan
- Wuthering Waves' Yinlin
- Wuthering Waves' Jinhsi
- Wuthering Waves' Changli
- Wuthering Waves' Zhezhi
- Wuthering Waves' Xiangli Yao
Alongside these characters, you can also pull for their weapons on the weapon event convene.
To find out more about all the current and upcoming convenes, be sure to check out our Wuthering Waves banners guide.
Is there a new area in Wuthering Waves 3.5?
The WuWa 3.5 update expands Huanglong by introducing the new region of Mengzhou. Here, you will visit the unique city of Xuangfang, where you can find multiple mechanisms and stunning sanctuaries that blend futuristic tech and ancient eastern aesthetics together.
Are there any new quests in the 3.5 Wuthering Waves update?
Wuthering Waves' 3.5 update introduces the two new main quests, Chapter 4: Act 1 and 2. Act 1, entitled 'The Wind Before the Storm', sees you return to Huanglong before heading to the city of Xuanfang, while Act 2, 'Xuanling Sings, Storm Quelled' follows Suisui as she guides you through this new area.
This version also introduces the new Segue chapter, 'The Chant of Unseen Ties', where you find yourself reuniting with your old friend, Yangyang.
What are the Wuthering Waves update 3.5 events?
As always, there are heaps of fresh events with the new version, as well as heaps of rewards for you to claim. Here are the events in the WuWa 3.5 update:
- Lament Recon: Tacet Crisis - a bullet hell combat event
- A Glimpse of Xuanfang - a new area exploration event
- Shape of Yesterday - a photography event set in the new area
- Recaptured: Action Highlights - a photography event
- Bountiful Crescendo - double leveling material drops
- Virtual Crisis: Quadrant Trials - a combat event where you fight bosses
- Lollo Campaign: New Journey - a daily commission event
- Chord Cleansing - double echo and echo leveling material drops
To find out more about all the current and upcoming events (and what rewards you can grab), be sure to check out our full Wuthering Waves events guide.