Where Winds Meet is turning out to be one of the biggest surprises of the year. The free-to-play Wuxia action RPG has now crossed 9 million players within just two weeks of its global release. The game launched on PS5, PC, iOS, and Android, and the early response has been stronger than what most people expected.
The game had already created buzz before launch with millions of pre-registrations, so a fast start was expected. But the pace at which the player base is growing shows that word of mouth is playing a big role. It crossed two million players on the first day, which was already impressive. On Steam, the game currently has a “Very Positive” rating with close to 90 percent of the reviews being positive. That shows players are genuinely enjoying the experience.
Steam numbers also tell an interesting story. Where Winds Meet recently peaked at over 2.5 lakh concurrent players on the platform. Even in the past 24 hours, it crossed the two lakh mark again. These are strong numbers for a new free-to-play RPG, especially one that does not rely on character or weapon gacha. Despite this, it is still among the top ten best-selling games on Steam globally. It is rare for a free-to-play title to appear in the best-selling list unless players are spending on cosmetics or optional upgrades.
The game’s world seems to be connecting well with players. The Wuxia setting, open-world exploration, and fast martial-arts combat feel fresh at a time when most free-to-play games follow similar patterns. Many players are praising it for offering a complete experience without forcing them to spend money. This is helping the game grow through community recommendations.
There are still some areas where the game needs polish. New players say the interface can feel overwhelming. There are many overlapping systems, menus, and activities that take time to understand. Some rough animations and bugs are still present. A few players feel that the cosmetic shop is priced on the higher side. These issues are not unusual for a fresh launch, but they will matter if the game wants to maintain long-term engagement.
The bigger question now is whether Where Winds Meet can sustain this momentum. Free-to-play games often see a big launch, followed by a slow drop if updates are too slow or monetization becomes aggressive. If Everstone Studio keeps the game fair, continues releasing new content, and avoids pay-to-win mechanics, the game can grow even further. The Wuxia theme gives it a unique space that not many games are exploring right now.
At the moment, Where Winds Meet is off to a strong start. It has scale, it has community support, and it has positive reviews backing it. If the developers handle the next few months well, this could become one of the standout action RPGs of 2025.
If you have enjoyed playing games like Age of Wushu, Naraka: Bladepoint, or even open-world action RPGs like Tower of Fantasy, you should certainly try Where Winds Meet. It offers the same sense of freedom, fast martial-arts combat, and a rich world to explore, but with a fresher Wuxia setting and a more grounded style.
