Kuro Games has announced the maintenance schedule for Wuthering Waves version 2.8, titled “To the City Set in Amber.” The seven-hour maintenance begins on November 20 at 4 AM (UTC+8) and concludes at 11 AM (UTC+8), bringing exciting new content including Chisa and Buling alongside the mysterious Honami City storyline.
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Wuthering Waves Complete Maintenance Schedule Across Time Zones
Servers will be completely offline during the maintenance period, so plan your gaming sessions accordingly. Here’s when the downtime affects your region:
Global Maintenance Timings
| Time Zone | Start Time | End Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTC+8 (Asia) | Nov 20, 4:00 AM | Nov 20, 11:00 AM | 7 hours |
| PST (US West) | Nov 19, 12:00 PM | Nov 19, 7:00 PM | 7 hours |
| EST (US East) | Nov 19, 3:00 PM | Nov 19, 10:00 PM | 7 hours |
| GMT (UK) | Nov 19, 8:00 PM | Nov 20, 3:00 AM | 7 hours |
| IST (India) | Nov 20, 1:30 AM | Nov 20, 8:30 AM | 7 hours |
Make sure to complete any unfinished daily tasks, commissions, or time-sensitive activities before maintenance begins to avoid missing out on rewards.
Pre-Download Available Now
The pre-load feature became available on November 18 at 10 AM (UTC+8), exclusively for PC players. Here’s what you need to know:
Download Requirements:
- Download size: 20 GB
- Recommended free space: 30 GB minimum
- Only available on PC launcher this update
- Pre-download speeds up installation when maintenance ends
For the latest updates on version 2.8 features, visit the official Wuthering Waves website.
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Maintenance Compensation Rewards
All players will receive Astrites and Crystal Solvents as compensation once version 2.8 goes live. Based on previous updates, expect:
- 300 Astrites (premium currency for pulls)
- 2 Crystal Solvents (shell credit refreshes)
These rewards will be sent directly to your in-game mailbox. Make sure you’ve unlocked the mail function before maintenance begins to claim compensation within six hours of servers coming back online.
What’s Coming in Version 2.8
Version 2.8 introduces two major story chapters exploring Honami City’s secrets, new 5-star Resonators Chisa and Buling with their signature weapons, three new Nightmare Echoes (Tick Tack, Dwarf Cassowary, and Roseshroom), and exciting events like “Stranger Things in Honami” investigation activities.
The update also brings quality-of-life improvements and performance optimizations that enhance the overall gaming experience.
Check out our gaming news section for more updates on Wuthering Waves and other popular titles.
Pro Tips for a Smooth Update
Before Maintenance:
- Complete all daily tasks and bounties
- Collect outstanding rewards from events
- Use remaining Waveplates/energy
- Clear inventory space for new items
After Maintenance:
- Claim compensation from mailbox immediately
- Update client through your platform’s launcher
- Check event schedules for limited-time activities
- Review new character banners and plan your pulls
With Honami City’s mysteries waiting to be uncovered and powerful new Resonators joining your roster, version 2.8 promises an unforgettable adventure for all Rovers!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will mobile players get pre-download for Wuthering Waves 2.8?
A: No, pre-download for version 2.8 is exclusively available on PC through the game launcher. Mobile and Mac users will need to download the full update once maintenance ends at 11 AM (UTC+8) on November 20. Kuro Games optimized existing resources for version 2.8, which is why pre-download is limited to PC this time.
Q: What happens if Wuthering Waves 2.8 maintenance gets extended beyond 7 hours?
A: If maintenance extends beyond the scheduled 11 AM (UTC+8) end time, Kuro Games will issue an official notice through their social media channels and provide additional compensation to players accordingly. Historically, the developers have been reliable with their maintenance schedules, but extended compensation typically includes extra Astrites proportional to the additional downtime.