Linux Gaming Check:

Wuthering Waves

Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.

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STATUS REPORT
Status: 🔴 Issues / No Workaround | ProtonDB: GOLD

Tweaks & Tricks

STORM SURGE
On High settings, ‘Wuthering Waves’ initially delivered around 30 FPS; enabling Frame Generation boosted performance to over 180 FPS.
FIX
  • Add the following to your launch options: DXVK_FILTER_DEVICE_NAME="NVIDIA" PROTON_ENABLE_NVAPI=1 %command% -dx12
STORM SURGE
Wuthering Waves is experiencing a graphical issue, displaying only a black screen and the login form upon launch.
FIX
  • Disable the iGPU in the BIOS.
  • If that doesn't work, try setting the graphics API to DirectX 12.
  • Add the following to your launch options: %command%
STORM SURGE
An anti-cheat alert has been triggered.
FIX
  • Add the following to your launch options: STEAMDECK=1 SteamOS=1 %command%
MORE INFORMATION
You can find more detailed reports and user experiences for Wuthering Waves on the official ProtonDB page.

Verdict

VERDICT
Wuthering Waves is an impressive, ambitious roguelite that combines the thrill of survival games with the challenge and replayability of roguelites. Set in a procedurally generated world, you’ll navigate treacherous seas, manage resources, and face off against various enemies. The game’s unique selling point lies in its dynamic weather system, which significantly impacts gameplay. However, it’s not without its flaws. The learning curve is steep, and the controls can be finicky at times. But if you’re up for a challenge and enjoy games that demand your full attention, Wuthering Waves is a must-play. Buy.