Wuthering Waves Players Can Select 5-Star Character at Launch!

It was recently revealed that Wuthering Waves will allow players to select a specific standard 5-star character in the "Beginner's Convene banner".

Guaranteeing a character is an extremely rare occurrence in the gacha world as these games rely heavily on the rarity and covetousness of their banners to drive revenue, particularly 5-star units. With this news, Wuthering Waves is sure to further bolster its already impressive pre-release hype.

Wuthering Waves allows players to select a standard 5-star character upon launch

With years of development under its belt, the upcoming open-world action RPG, Wuthering Waves, is generating serious buzz. It stands out by tackling tired mechanics that plague the genre and offering a refreshing take on gameplay, positioning itself as a strong competitor to games like Genshin Impact.

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Adding to its appeal, recent leaks from StormyWaves reveal that new players will get the chance to pull for a guaranteed 5-star character upon release!

Now, instead of pulling from the pool of standard 5-star characters, and possibly landing a character that you don't mesh with, the "Beginner's Choice Convene" banner lets you pick one of these five powerful characters:

• Jianxin: Aero (Air) / Gauntlet
• Lingyang: Glacio (Ice) / Gauntlet
• Encore: Fusion (Fire) / Rectifier
• Calcharo: Electro (Lightining) / Broadblade
• Verina: Spectro (Light) / Rectifier

Once you acquire your preferred 5-star character, the banner will close, so be sure to choose wisely! Each character offers a unique playstyle and element, so we recommend picking based on your preferences. However, it's worth noting that Verina, one of two healers in the entire game, might be ideal for those looking for a smoother endgame experience.

While standard 5-star characters might be slightly less powerful than their limited-time counterparts, getting a guaranteed character of your choice at the start of your playthrough is a fantastic perk, especially for free-to-play players. It'll definitely make the early game more enjoyable and incentivise players to keep playing!

When will Wuthering Waves be released?

Wuthering Wave’s release is inching closer and closer! Kuro Games revealed during the latest Special Broadcast Program that Wuthering Waves will be released on May 22, 2024. Pre-register now on the official website, App Store, or Google Play!