How to play Wuthering Waves on PC, Steam Deck, and ROG Ally (2024)

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Why isn't Wuthering Waves working?

A brand new anime RPG set in a fantastical world has joined the likes of miHoYo's popular Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail — this time in the form of Wuthering Waves. However, it seems that many people are experiencing issues when trying to launch the game.

There's a reason why the game won't launch on Epic Games Store or gets stuck during the download process when downloading the file directly. Not to worry. I'll explain what the issue is and what you need to do to play Wuthering Waves. While I'm at it, I'll go over PC system requirements as well.

Wuthering Waves: Platforms and PC system requirements

What platforms is Wuthering Waves open-world RPG on?

This role-playing game from Guangzhou Kuro Technology Co., Ltd., andKuro Game Studio is available on Microsoft Windows PCs, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Android, and iOS.

Is Wuthering Waves on Steam?

No. In order to play Wuthering Waves on PC, players must download the free game at Epic Games Store.

Is Wuthering Waves free to play?

Yes. There are in-game purchases, but players can download and play the game for free.

Wuthering Waves PC Minimum system requirements

Of course, you need to make sure that your computer is powerful enough to handle Wuthering Waves. Here are the minimum system requirements, which aren't very demanding by modern game standards.

  • OS version: Windows 10 64bit or Windows 11 64bit
  • CPU: intel i5 (9th Gen) / Ryzen 2700
  • Memory: 16GB
  • GPU: GTX 1060 / RX 570
  • Storage: 30GB

Wuthering Waves PC Recommended system requirements

Even the recommended Wuthering Waves specs aren't that intense. Here are the system requirements you'll need to have to play the game as it was intended.

  • OS version: Windows 10 64bit or Windows 11 64bit
  • CPU: intel i7 (9th Gen) / Ryzen 3700
  • Memory: 16GB and above
  • GPU: GTX 2060 / RX 5700XT and above
  • Storage: 30GB and above

Can I play Wuthering Waves on ROG Ally and Steam Deck?

Considering that Wuthering Waves doesn't have the most strenuous system requirements, it looks like it could run well enough on ROG Ally and Steam Deck. However, game performance will also depend on how the company built the game and what settings options are available.

Additionally, Wuthering Waves isn't on Steam, so you'll need to find means outside of the Steam store to access Wuthering Waves on Steam Deck.

How to play Wuthering Waves on PC and ROG Ally

How to play Wuthering Waves on PC, Steam Deck, and ROG Ally (2)

Since the ROG Ally runs Windows 11, it is basically a gaming laptop but in gaming handheld form. That means that the steps for downloading the game on both PC and ROG Ally are the same.

You can access Wuthering Waves either directly through a download file or via Epic Games Store. Here's how to do both of those things:

Directly download Wuthering Waves for Windows

How to play Wuthering Waves on PC, Steam Deck, and ROG Ally (3)

Here's the direct link for downloading the Windows version. Simply click the link and then work on the installation process:

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  1. Download directly for Microsoft Windows PCs.
  2. Go into your downloads and double-click on WutheringWaves-overseas-setup-1.5.1.0
  3. A windows will pop up. Read the license agreement and if you're ok with it, check the box and then click Install.
  4. Next click Start.
  5. A new window will open. Click Download in the bottom right corner.
  6. Now wait for the game to download.
  7. Once it downloads, click the game icon to launch Wuthering Waves.

Download Wuthering Waves from Epic Game Store

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  1. Go to the Wuthering Waves page at Epic Games Store.
  2. Click Get.
  3. Login or create an account if you don't have one already.
  4. Read the End User License Agreement. If you're ok with what it says, check the box at the bottom and then click Accept.
  5. A new window will open. Click View in Library.
  6. Next, click on the game icon to install Wuthering Waves.
  7. Select Yes to allow Epic Games Store to make changes to your computer.
  8. Once it's ready, double-click on the game icon in your library to launch Wuthering Waves.

What to do if Wuthering Waves won't download

It is possible this problem is happening because you are attempting to play the game before it's technically scheduled to launch in your region. If that's the case, you'll need to try again when the game has launched in your area.

If we learn of other downloading complications and their fixes, we'll update this section with more info.

How to play Wuthering Waves on Steam Deck

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Since Wuthering Waves isn't on Steam, you cannot play it via the usual Steam Deck library. There are a few ways around this issue, but one option is to install Windows on Steam Deck and then follow the PC steps previously listed.

Why is Wuthering Waves not working?

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Why is Wuthering Waves on Epic Games not launching?

Wuthering Waves technically launches on either May 22 or May 23 depending on where you live. If you attempt to play the game before it's actually set to launch in your area, then it won't download all the way.

What is Wuthering Waves release date and what time does it launch?

Wuthering Waves launches on May 22 or May 23 depending on your region:

North America:

May 22, 2024 at 7 p.m. PT / 10 p.m. ET
United Kingdom: May 23, 2024 at 3 a.m. BST
Europe: May 23, 2024 at 4 a.m. CEST
Australia: May 23 at 12 p.m. AEST

Don't forget to get free in-game goodies! To get help with that check out our Wuthinger Waves code guide.

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It looks very much like Wuthering Waves takes after the likes of the fantasy Genshin Impact RPG and the sci-fi-focused Honkai: Star Rail. Based on what we've seen so far, it looks like there are plenty of puzzles to solve, enemies to fight, and an open-world to explore. But you'll need to wait until the game launches in your area before the installation process will complete.

Additionally, if you're playing on PC then you'll need to make sure that your rig can handle Wuthering Waves. Based on the specs, it seems like ROG Ally, Steam Deck, and other gaming handhelds should handle it just fine. But since Wuthering Waves isn't on Steam, you'll need to go through some extra steps to make it accessible on Valve's handheld.

How to play Wuthering Waves on PC, Steam Deck, and ROG Ally (8)

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You are the Rover, a person with special abilities. You've found yourself in a strange land that's filled with monsters. Thankfully, you're command of weaponry and special attacks helps you navigate the open-world with ease.

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Rebecca Spear

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Self-professed gaming geek, Rebecca Spear, is one of Windows Central's editors and reviewers with a focus on gaming handhelds, PC gaming, and laptops. When she isn't checking out the latest games on Xbox Game Pass, PC, ROG Ally, or Steam Deck; she can be found digital drawing with a Wacom tablet. She's written thousands of articles with everything from editorials, reviews, previews, features, previews, and hardware reviews over the last few years. If you need information about anything gaming-related, her articles can help you out. She also loves testing game accessories and any new tech on the market.You can follow her @rrspear on X (formerly Twitter).

2 CommentsComment from the forums

  • fdruid

    We already have Genshin Impact and frankly this doesn't look any better than it. And I say this, Genshin is an incredible game.

    Reply

  • xzorax

    It's not available on ps4 or ps5 so take that out misleading

    Reply

How to play Wuthering Waves on PC, Steam Deck, and ROG Ally (2024)

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How to play Wuthering Waves on PC, Steam Deck, and ROG Ally? ›

Sometimes you gotta know when to fold, and trying to get new hotness RPG Wuthering Waves to play nice with the Steam Deck has got me creasing like an origami crane.

Does Wuthering Waves work on a Steam Deck? ›

Sometimes you gotta know when to fold, and trying to get new hotness RPG Wuthering Waves to play nice with the Steam Deck has got me creasing like an origami crane.

Can you play Wuthering Waves on PC? ›

Wuthering Waves received quite a lot of attention immediately after its release. This is not surprising since the game has all the best features of such titles as Genshin Impact — and even more. The game became available for PC and mobile devices at the time of release.

Is the Steam Deck compatible with PC? ›

Yes, if you're running Steam, apps and games in SteamOS desktop mode have access to the inputs on Steam Deck.

How to multiplayer in Wuthering Waves? ›

Once you reach Union Level 22 and unlock multiplayer, you can join another player's world after seeking them out in the multiplayer menu and clicking the 'Apply to join' button, or you can invite a friend to your world from the friends menu, and they can invite you from here too.

Can you play Steam Deck and computer at the same time? ›

Yes to have both open and logged on, no to playing games on both using your account at the same time. If you set the Steam Deck or PC to offline mode, you can play both at once. So in this instance you'll want to put your Steam deck into offline mode if it's a single player game.

Can you play games in desktop mode Steam Deck? ›

Whereas Steam is baked right into Gaming Mode, here in Desktop Mode it's just another app you can open and close. It helpfully matches the UI design of Steam's Windows app, and can launch games as readily as Gaming Mode can, though here it's especially useful for setting other applications as non-Steam games.

Will Wuthering Waves be on Steam? ›

Unfortunately, Wuthering Waves is not available on Steam, meaning that it also won't be playable on the Steam Deck natively. To download Wuthering Waves, you'll need to find it on the Epic Games Store or via the dedicated client on the Wuthering Waves website.

What platform is Wuthering Waves on? ›

What platforms is Wuthering Waves open-world RPG on? This role-playing game from Guangzhou Kuro Technology Co., Ltd., and Kuro Game Studio is available on Microsoft Windows PCs, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Android, and iOS.

Will Wuthering Waves be on console? ›

Wuthering Waves developer confirms console plans, but don't expect to be playing on PS5 or PS4 any time soon.

Can you use Rog Ally as a PC? ›

If you really want to use the ROG Ally as your main PC, you're better off using the device's USB-C port to connect it to an external monitor, mouse, and keyboard.

Can you cross play PC and Steam Deck? ›

Yes, you can connect your Steam Deck to a PC via Remote Play and use it as a controller.

How do I run a PC game on Steam Deck? ›

Make sure Steam is up and running on your PC and the game you wish to stream is installed on your computer. Both your PC and Deck must also be connected to the same wireless network. Open to your Steam library on your Deck and go to the game you want to stream.

Is Wuthering Waves cross-platform? ›

Yes, Wuthering Waves supports cross platform gameplay, as confirmed on the pre-download FAQ on the game's official website. This means you can play on PC and then pick up from the exact same place on mobile, and vice versa.

How do I add friends on Wuthering Waves? ›

To add friends in Wuthering Waves, you have to go to the 'Friends' menu and then input your friend's user ID. The friends menu is the handshake symbol on the pause menu. All your friend needs to do after that is accept the request from the same Friends menu.

Is Wuthering Waves a Genshin Clone? ›

Both games feature elemental reactions between characters, which can be used to create powerful combinations and strategies. Simply put, it's an elaborate stone-paper-scissors but with natural elements. Visual style: The reason why people are calling Wuthering Waves a Genshin clone.

Is Wuthering Waves available on Steam? ›

Unfortunately, Wuthering Waves is not available on Steam, meaning that it also won't be playable on the Steam Deck natively. To download Wuthering Waves, you'll need to find it on the Epic Games Store or via the dedicated client on the Wuthering Waves website.

What can I play Wuthering Waves on? ›

What platforms is Wuthering Waves open-world RPG on? This role-playing game from Guangzhou Kuro Technology Co., Ltd., and Kuro Game Studio is available on Microsoft Windows PCs, Android, and iOS.

Can any Steam game run on Steam Deck? ›

Do all Steam games run on the Steam Deck? The short answer is yes. Technically speaking, the Steam Deck has the potential to run any Steam game you have in your library, but whether all games will run well, is another question.

Do my games work on Steam Deck? ›

When you visit your Library on Steam Deck, you'll automatically see the compatibility rating of each game, indicating the kind of experience you can expect when playing. You can also dynamically filter any view in your library by compatibility rating if you're looking for specific sorts of experiences.

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