Wuthering Waves 3.1 Update Summary

Attention, Rovers! Version 3.1 is packed with content: dual 5-star characters, brand-new story maps, fresh Echo sets, themed skins, exciting events, and meaningful optimizations. Whether you chase combat, exploration, or collection—this update delivers. Below is the full breakdown of what's coming in 3.1.

3.1 Special Program & Release Schedule

The Version 3.1 Special Program livestream is scheduled for January 23, 2026, marking the first official broadcast of the year. During the livestream, players can expect redeem codes worth a total of 300 Astrite, making it well worth tuning in. For those who cannot watch live, the redeem codes will be shared shortly after the broadcast.

The Version 3.1 update itself is expected to launch on February 5, 2026. Similar to previous versions, there will be a short gap between the livestream and the actual update release.

 

Version 3.1 Banners Overview

Phase 1 Banners

• Main Banner: Aemeath
• Rerun Banners: Chisa, Lupa
• Featured 4★ Characters: Mortefi, Taoqi, Aalto

Aemeath
Chisa	Lupa
Mortefi	Taoqi	Aalto

Phase 2 Banners

• Main Banner: Luuk
• Rerun Banners: Galbrena, 
• Featured 4★ Characters: Sanhua, Lumi, Yuanwu

Luuk
Galbrena
Sanhua	Lumi	Yuanwu

New 5★ Characters

Aemeath– Fusion Sword Main DPS

Aemeathis a five-star Fusion character wielding a sword, designed as a high-impact main DPS with a unique dual-form combat system. She alternates seamlessly between her normal form and a mech form, both of which are integrated into her core combo loop rather than functioning as a temporary summon.

Best Weapon

 Everbright Polestar

Attack:588  Critical damage: 24.3%

 

Luuk–Spectro Gauntlet Aerial DPS

Luuk is a five-star Spectro Gauntlet DPS who specializes in mid-air combat. Jumping, plunging, aerial dodging, and rapid repositioning define his playstyle, with many of his strongest damage loops requiring sustained airborne uptime.

Best Weapon

Spine of Day

Attack: 588      Crit DMG: 24.3%

 

New Story, Map, and Endgame Content

Version 3.1 introduces:

• A brand-new story quest
• Approximately five new areas to explore
• A new weekly robot boss
• Multiple new Echoes
• A new Hologram Challenge: Reactor Husk, designed for players seeking difficult endgame encounters

Exploration-focused players will find plenty of new content, lore, and rewards in this update.

 

New Echoes

• Singillum

Deals strong Fusion damage and excels at burst scenarios. When equipped as a primary echo on Aemeath, it boosts her Resonance Liberation damage by 25%, making it an optimal choice for ultimate-focused builds.

• Nameless Explorer

A damage-focused echo that fires a powerful arrow through enemies. As a primary echo, it increases Arrow damage and Echo Skill damage, making it ideal for arrow-based characters who rely heavily on echo abilities.

 

New Echo Sets

Trailblazing Star

• 2-Piece: +10% Fusion Damage
• 5-Piece: After applying Fusion Burst or Tune Rupture and swapping out, the next character gains a large Crit Rate and Fusion Damage boost for 8 seconds. A swap-oriented set designed to amplify team rotations.

Chromatic Foam

• 2-Piece: Fusion Damage increase
• 5-Piece: Applying Fusion Burst grants a long-lasting Fusion Damage buff. When switching out via Outro Skill, the incoming character also gains a massive Fusion Damage boost.Best suited for Fusion-focused team compositions and DPS chaining.

Sound of True Name

• 2-Piece: Increased Arrow Damage
• 5-Piece: Using an Echo Skill boosts Echo Skill Crit Rate and Arrow Damage for 5 seconds. The buff refreshes with repeated Echo Skill usage.

Designed for fast-paced arrow characters with frequent echo activation.

 

New Skin

Version 3.1 introduces a new school-themed Rover skin. While visuals have not yet been fully revealed, the concept alone has generated significant excitement within the community.

 

New Event: Mercedes-Benz Speed and Passion

This racing-themed event centers around testing a special research motorcycle designed for safe driving training.

Requirements:

• Account Level 8
• Unlock the research motorcycle via the Tide Quest Starlight Under the Ice Field or by progressing through Starlight Academy

Players will:

• Choose a resonator
• Equip special event gear
• Complete a series of racetrack challenges
• Collect enhancement modules to upgrade motorcycle performance

A new Ice Field motorcycle expansion module will also be introduced, improving speed and burst performance on icy terrain.

 

Quality of Life Improvements

Exploration Motorcycle Updates

• Frost Dash: Allows motorcycles to travel across water surfaces instead of stopping at rivers or lakes, significantly improving traversal flow.
• Motorcycle Skill Tree: New expansion modules allow players to actively upgrade motorcycle performance through progression.
• Movement & Control Optimization: Improved responsiveness, smoother inputs, and better transitions across character movement, dodging, and action chaining.

Overall, these changes aim to make exploration faster, traversal more flexible, and moment-to-moment gameplay feel smoother without altering core mechanics.

 

Conclusion

Wuthering Waves 3.1 is a powerhouse update, delivering new characters, deeper combat, expanded exploration, and key quality-of-life improvements. Whether you chase meta, explore worlds, or collect it all, this update has you covered.

Ready to unlock everything on day one? Fast-track your progress with a secure Top Up Wuthering Waves through LDShop, and dive straight into the action.