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I don't usually review games, but seeing some of the negative reviews made me want to state just a couple thoughts.

For new players: this game is pretty high quality. The visuals, music, voice acting, and plot all feel good. The combat isn't complex but it is satisfying and the farming is much more simplified than the usual RF game. I think this game is a great entry for new players and imo feels more cohesive than the other RF games which sometimes feel like different systems are being piled on top of you. This game focuses more on townbuilding, story, and relationships. If you're looking specifically for in depth farming, crafting, or even combat (if youre expecting difficult or very complex combat), I would say to just be understanding of what you're getting into as while those aspects do exist in this game, they're definitely not the point and are absolutely more simplistic than games which have it as a big selling point.

For old time RF fans: this may not be the game you're looking for. Does it still feel like RF? I would say so. But it does take out some systems and simplify others. This is a spinoff. It is NOT Rune Factory 6. They're trying a lot of new things and this one focuses more on the social system while farming is taking a backseat. If you play RF mainly for the farming, I'd maybe recommend looking elsewhere.

I absolutely recommend this as a standalone game. It's very good at what it's trying to accomplish and I know I'll spend many hours playing. However, as a RF game specifically, I think it will let down people in some aspects as it is a spinoff and doesn't have all the usual systems and goals.

(Edit) Steam Deck users: Steam deck runs very well! I've only been playing on it and having a blast. High settings it still runs okay with only occasional slow down. For maximum performance I recommend medium settings and turning off depth of field.

this game feels like someone takes you on a happy, whimsical adventure for 3 hours and then spits in your face, kills your dog, tortures your family in front of your very eyes and gives you irreparable emotional damage for the rest of your life. my life is deltaruined. 10/10.

A Promising Open-World ARPG with Great Potential

Wuthering Waves delivers a visually stunning open-world experience with fast-paced, fluid combat and a deep sci-fi-inspired narrative. From the moment you step into its expansive world, you're greeted with breathtaking environments, dynamic weather, and beautifully crafted character designs.

The combat system is definitely one of the game’s strongest points — responsive, stylish, and full of combo potential. Each character feels unique, and switching between them mid-combat adds a nice strategic layer. The mobility and traversal mechanics, like wall-running and gliding, make exploration feel fun and rewarding.

However, the game isn’t without its flaws. Some UI elements feel a bit cluttered, and the progression systems can be overwhelming for new players. There are also occasional performance dips and bugs, but nothing game-breaking so far.

Overall, Wuthering Waves shows a lot of promise. If the developers continue to polish the game and listen to community feedback, this could become one of the top-tier ARPGs in its genre. Definitely worth checking out if you're a fan of games like Genshin Impact or Tower of Fantasy.

Rating--------- 7.5/10 – Gorgeous world, great combat, and lots of room to grow :)