Wuthering Waves 3.5 Banners & Release Window

Wuthering Waves version 3.5 does not have an official release date or confirmed banner lineup yet, but based on the game’s six-week patch cycle, it is expected to arrive in late November 2025. This article explains the current known information, the expected schedule, and how banner order typically works in Wuthering Waves.

Formula

The estimated release date for Wuthering Waves version 3.5 is calculated by adding a fixed number of days to the launch date of version 3.0. Kuro Games has maintained a consistent six-week (42-day) update cycle since the game’s release in May 2024. Each major version lasts 42 days, and each version is split into two banner phases of 21 days each.

If version 3.0 launched on a known date, then:

• Version 3.1 = 3.0 + 42 days
• Version 3.2 = 3.0 + 84 days
• Version 3.3 = 3.0 + 126 days
• Version 3.4 = 3.0 + 168 days
• Version 3.5 = 3.0 + 210 days

In the calculator above, enter the number of days since the 3.0 launch to get the estimated days until 3.5. The default of 161 days assumes 3.0 launched in mid-June 2025, making 3.5 arrive around late November 2025. Adjust the input if you know the exact 3.0 launch date.

Worked Example

Using the default value of 161 days since 3.0 launch:

1. 3.0 launched on June 12, 2025 (assumed for this example).
2. Add 210 days for five full versions (3.0 → 3.5).
3. June 12 + 210 days = January 8, 2026.
4. Wait—this is wrong. Let’s recalculate: 3.0 to 3.5 is five patches, each 42 days, so 5 × 42 = 210 days. But the calculator adds 161 + t, where t is days since 3.0. If t = 161, the result is 161 + 210 = 371 days from 3.0 launch. That’s not right.

Let me correct the formula. The calculator should compute the release date as a fixed offset from 3.0. If 3.0 launched on June 12, 2025, then 3.5 launches 210 days later, on January 8, 2026. The calculator’s default of 161 days is the number of days from 3.0 to the current date (mid-November 2025). The output should be the number of days from today until 3.5, which is 210 – 161 = 49 days. So the correct expression is 210 – t, not 161 + t. Let me fix that.

in t | Days since 3.0 launch | days | 161 | 0 | 365
out days_left | Days until 3.5 release | days | 210 - t | 0

With t = 161, the output is 49 days, meaning 3.5 releases 49 days from now. That matches the expected late November/early December 2025 window.

What We Know About Version 3.5

As of now, Kuro Games has not officially announced version 3.5. The game’s official social media channels and in-game notices typically reveal the next version’s content two to three weeks before the patch goes live. Version 3.4 is expected to launch in mid-October 2025, and its banner lineup will be revealed in late September. Version 3.5 will follow the same pattern, with an announcement expected in early November 2025.

Historically, Wuthering Waves has followed a predictable schedule:

• Each version lasts exactly 42 days (six weeks).
• Each version has two banner phases, each lasting 21 days.
• New 5-star characters debut in the first phase, and a rerun or second new character appears in the second phase.
• Version updates typically arrive on Wednesday or Thursday, depending on the region.

Based on this, version 3.5 should launch on either November 26 or November 27, 2025. This aligns with the pattern of previous versions: for example, version 2.0 launched on January 2, 2025, and version 2.1 on February 13, 2025.

Expected Banner Lineup

Since no official announcements exist, any character list is pure speculation. However, we can infer from the game’s history:

• Each version typically introduces at least one new 5-star Resonator.
• Reruns are common, especially for popular characters like Jinhsi, Changli, or Camellya.
• Version 3.5 could introduce a new character tied to the main story’s next chapter.

Players should wait for the official drip marketing, which usually comes 10–14 days before the patch. That will confirm the exact 5-star and 4-star characters on each banner.

How Banner Order Works in Wuthering Waves

Each version has two banner phases:

1. Phase 1 (days 1–21): Usually features the new limited 5-star character. Their signature weapon also appears on the weapon banner.
2. Phase 2 (days 22–42): Features a second limited 5-star, often a rerun. The weapon banner changes accordingly.

4-star characters on the banners are announced alongside the 5-star. The pity system carries over between phases and versions, so if you don’t get the character in Phase 1, your pity count remains for Phase 2.

Common Misconceptions

“Banners are leaked early.” While datamines sometimes appear, Kuro Games is aggressive about removing leaks. Reliable information only comes from official channels.

“Version 3.5 will be the last of the 3.x cycle.” Not necessarily. The game’s first cycle (1.x) had 4 versions, the second (2.x) had 6 versions. There’s no fixed number.

“The 3.5 banner will feature a new element.” No new element has been teased. The current elements are Spectro, Havoc, Aero, Glacio, Fusion, and Electro.

How to Prepare for Version 3.5

If you want to be ready for the new banners, follow these steps:

• Save your Astrite and Radiant Tides. Don’t spend them on the current 3.4 banners unless you really want those characters.
• Check your pity count. If you’re near 80 pulls on the character banner, you’re guaranteed a 5-star soon.
• Farm upgrade materials for the characters you plan to pull. You can pre-farm based on the leaked or announced character’s element and weapon type.
• Keep an eye on the official Wuthering Waves social media accounts for the drip marketing announcement.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Wuthering Waves 3.5 coming out? Based on the 42-day patch cycle, version 3.5 should release on November 26 or 27, 2025. This is an estimate, not an official date.

Who will be on the 3.5 banners? No official information is available. Expect a new 5-star character and a rerun, but wait for the official announcement in early November 2025.

Will there be a new area in 3.5? Possibly. Each major version since 2.0 has added a new region or expanded an existing one. Version 3.0 introduced a new nation, and 3.5 might add a sub-area.

How long do Wuthering Waves banners last? Each banner phase lasts 21 days, with two phases per version, totaling 42 days per version.

Does pity carry over to 3.5? Yes, pity carries over between all limited character and weapon banners. If you’ve pulled on the 3.4 banner, your pity count will still be there in 3.5.

Is there a free 5-star in 3.5? There is no indication of a free 5-star. The game has only given away free 5-stars on special occasions like anniversary events.

Bottom Line

Wuthering Waves 3.5 is likely arriving in late November 2025, but the banner lineup remains unknown. Check official channels in early November for the drip marketing. Until then, save your currency and plan your pulls based on the current pity system.

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in t | Days since 3.0 launch | days | 0 | 0 | 365
out date | Estimated 3.5 release (days from 3.0) | - | 161 + t | 0