Where Winds Meet Drops PS5 Bombshell – Chinese Action-RPG Skips Xbox Entirely

Where Winds Meet is flying exclusively into PlayStation territory, and fans of wuxia epics and open-world adventures should start sharpening their swords. Built by the Hangzhou-based Everstone Studio, this stunning Chinese action-RPG is now a confirmed PS5 exclusive, skipping Xbox entirely — and the internet has thoughts.

An open-world martial arts epic — now only on PS5

The buzz surrounding Where Winds Meet isn’t brand-new. The game first caught the eye during Gamescom 2022 with its jaw-dropping visuals and flowing martial arts combat, styled heavily around classical wuxia RPGs in the vein of Jet Li films and classic Chinese folklore. But as announced at the May 2024 PlayStation State of Play, the game is now headed exclusively to PS5 consoles — officially ditching plans (if there were ever any) for an Xbox Series X release.

That right there is headline-worthy news. Microsoft players are out of the loop on this one. From high-flying acrobatics and dramatic sword fights to serene horseback exploration, the emphasis on freedom — like Ghost of Tsushima — is strong here. But make no mistake: this isn’t a clone. It’s a full-blown Chinese mythology-rich RPG with its roots set firmly in ancient traditions and Eastern design philosophy.

The Ghost of Tsushima comparisons keep coming… but hold up

We get it. A beautifully stylised, open-world martial arts experience with a brooding hero and cinematic combat — it screams Ghost of Tsushima vibes. But while some elements do echo Sucker Punch’s samurai masterclass, Where Winds Meet takes it further into supernatural Wuxia territory. Think skill trees for Taoist magic abilities, anti-gravity dashes, wire-fu acrobatics, and flaming sword tech. It’s mysticism-fuelled mayhem meets poetic storytelling. You’re not just fighting bandits in the hills — you’ll be fending off corrupted monks with qi powers. So no, this isn’t just “Tsushima in China”. It’s its own beast, just riding a similar wind.

Exclusive power move: Why ditching Xbox might make perfect sense

Choosing to go PS5-only wasn’t just a vanity decision. Sony’s growing involvement with Asian developers and its keen eye for cinematic action experiences makes the PS5 a natural home for a game as stylised and story-driven as this. We’ve seen similar moves from other studios—just look at Rise of the Ronin from Team Ninja. It’s a curated vibe PlayStation is going all in on lately.

Everstone Studio hasn’t dropped a concrete reason for this move, but the strategy seems clear: develop deeper roots in the ecosystem that’s built a blockbuster welcome mat. The PS5’s buzz, cinematic legacy, and tech-savvy user base give this game a better liftoff pad than its rival.

Gameplay: Wuxia freedom meets immersive stealth and war

The actual gameplay looks more fluid than a Shaolin monk in a rainstorm. Players can climb buildings (Assassin’s Creed-style), duel warlords under cherry blossoms, and even assume multiple identities — wanderer, doctor, mercenary, rogue. It’s an RPG through and through, with a heavy emphasis on player choice and stylish expression. Stealth mechanics? Check. Large-scale battles? You bet. There’s even an option to challenge NPCs for dojo-style 1v1s.

But here’s the surprise: Where Winds Meet isn’t just about swordplay. Dialogue choices and lore discovery promise much more RPG depth than first meets the eye. And with a sleek user interface and reactive world design teased by Everstone devs, this might just be the next chunk of PS5 RPG excellence we didn’t see coming.

Also, the game’s third-person action camera is stylised to heighten cinematic intensity — much like Final Fantasy XVI and Sekiro — but with a floatier, dance-like friction that plays beautifully into the wuxia action-RPG atmosphere.

Visuals and setting: Ancient China never looked this sharp

The world is inspired by China’s Ten Kingdoms era (about 10th century AD), but the art style elevates it into fantasy. Expect mountain edge monasteries, weather-reactive foliage, mist-filled valleys, and towns bustling with NPC life. The game’s dynamic day-night cycles, attention to cloth physics, and particle effects during intense duelling scenes are literally chill-inducing. The visuals scream “next-gen RPG,” and that PS5 SSD will have its work cut out loading this world in.

Where Winds Meet is clearly aiming to stand shoulder to shoulder with the likes of Elden Ring and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty — another Chinese historical action title — but with more refined RPG customisation options.

Is this the next big PS5 RPG to look out for?

If PlayStation exclusives have taught us anything, it’s this — if it looks beautiful, feels deep, and comes with a martial arts twist, it’s going to cause a stir. And in this case, Where Winds Meet is poised to slice right through the clutter of Western-dominated RPGs with something distinctly poetic, action-heavy and socially ambitious. The Wuxia genre finally has a next-gen crown contender on PS5 that could truly ignite curiosity worldwide. So, Xbox and PC fans might want to start tapping their nerves — because unless Everstone changes their minds, this epic journey’s wind is blowing firmly toward PlayStation shores only.