Blending Wushu aesthetics with open-world mechanics, Where Winds Meet takes things to the next level with the massive Hexi Expansion. In a major presentation by Everstone Studio, players got a first look at the endless steppes of ancient China and new combat disciplines that redefine the adventure.

Below you’ll find my detailed summary of the showcase, inspired by the game’s golden grasslands and deep steel-grey tones:

Where Winds Meet: Hexi Expansion Presentation Highlights

Opening the gates to the "Western Regions," this expansion is more than just a new map it brings groundbreaking changes to the core gameplay.

Key Announcements from the Presentation

Combat and Specializations

Hexi Expansion offers even more freedom in character progression:

• Wandering Dervish Discipline: A new Wushu style that lets you control sand and wind in battle.

• Seamless Weapon Switching: Instantly swap between primary weapons (Sword, Fan, Spear) during combat with no cooldown.

• Advanced Climbing: New parkour animations for smoother movement across steep cliffs and sand dunes.

Release and Platform Information

• Release Date: Q2 2026.

• Platforms: PC (Epic & Steam), PlayStation 5, and mobile with cross-platform support.

• Access: Available as a free content update for all players who own the base game.