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What time does Where Winds Meet come out? Release time countdown

Where Winds Meet is a highly anticipated open-world Wuxia RPG that is set to launch globally in November.

This title is inspired by ancient China’s turbulent era, which experienced martial arts mastery and adventure. The best thing about the game is that it will be a free-to-play title at launch. The exact release time varies by region, although the PS5 version typically unlocks at midnight local time.

So, if you’re counting down the hours to explore this rich martial arts RPG experience, here’s everything you need to know about the release times of Where Winds Meet.

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Where Winds Meet release date

Where Winds Meet officially releases worldwide on Nov. 14, 2025, on PC and PlayStation 5. Its western debut happens 11 months after its earlier release in China in December 2024, with the announcement at Gamescom 2025 confirming the long-awaited global rollout.

a monster in Where Winds Meet
This RPG is set in ancient China in the tenth century. Image via NetEase Games

Where Winds Meet release times

Where Winds Meet will launch at 4pm Central Time (CT). Here are the exact release times for different time zones:

  • PT: 2pm
  • ET: 5pm
  • BRT: 7pm
  • GMT: 10pm
  • CET: Nov. 15 at midnight
  • IST: Nov. 15 at 3:30am
  • SGT: Nov. 15 at 6am
  • JST: Nov. 15 at 7am
  • AEDT: Nov. 15 at 9am

Here’s a countdown for you to see exactly how much time remains until the game officially launches:

Where Winds Meet release countdown

The devs have confirmed pre-downloads start on Nov. 12 at 4pm CT, exactly 48 hours before its official release. PC players can pre-load via the official launcher and Steam, while PS5 players who pre-ordered the PS pre-order bundle can preload through the PS Store.

a combat sequence in Where Winds Meet
The combat looks good. Image via NetEase Games

What to expect from Where Winds Meet

Expect Where Winds Meet to offer an engaging open-world RPG experience with Wuxia-inspired combat set during China’s tumultuous Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. The title is noted for its captivating story, fluid martial arts mechanics, beautiful environments, and promises hundreds of hours of exploration and mastery.​

The combat is fast-paced and skill-based, involving a variety of weapons like swords, spears, dual blades, and even magical martial arts techniques. You will need to master dodging, blocking, and timing to succeed in both PvE and PvP.

Beyond combat, NPCs keep the world alive, giving you various quests to complete. Extensive crafting, building, and even mini-games like archery and wrestling are present to add depth. You face consequences for your choices, including bounties and friendships, making your gameplay experience diverse and personal.


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