Where Winds Meet Anniversary Rewards: Free Outfits and Redeem Code
Where Winds Meet is handing out its first anniversary rewards through the Hutuo anniversary version, which launches on Friday, November 13, 2026 (UTC date; the update time has not been announced). Once you log in, you can pick 1 of 12 outfits worth 2,580 Echo Beads with no requirements, then collect 42 Lingering Melody and 27 Resonating Melody from mail, events, and the anniversary shop. Five more free outfits follow across November and December, the anniversary redeem code is 1113HUTUOGO, and a limited-time top-up event called Flow of Echoes adds up to 2,880 bonus Echo Beads. NetEase announced all of this on the official Where Winds Meet X account on Tuesday, November 3 at 05:40 WIB (06:40 in Malaysia and Singapore), shortly after the anniversary broadcast ended.
Where Winds Meet Anniversary Rewards at a Glance
| Reward | What you get | How and when |
|---|---|---|
| Outfit selector | 1 of 12 outfits, worth 2,580 Echo Beads | Log in on the Hutuo version, no requirements |
| Draw items | 42 Lingering Melody, 27 Resonating Melody | In-game mail, events and sign-in, Anniversary Benefits Shop |
| Extra free outfits | 5 outfits | Rolling out November to December |
| Accessories and items | 10 items, including Peach of Longevity and Dolly Folly | November to December |
| Flow of Echoes | Anniversary-exclusive rewards and up to 2,880 extra Echo Beads | Limited-time top-up event, dates not announced |
NetEase values the package at over 150 US dollars. Per the infographic footnote, one 2,580 Echo Beads outfit plus 42 Lingering Melody equals 9,300 Echo Beads, at 0.99 US dollars per 60 Echo Beads.
12 Free Anniversary Outfits: Pick One on Login
The headline reward is labeled “Free on Login, No Requirements”: no level, top-up, or quest needed. The choices are:
- Crimson Sand, Celestial Vanguard, Flicker of Faces, Flower of Youth, Golden Aura, Ninth Pawnshop
- Celestial Knot, Magpie’s Nocturne, Moonlit Inquiry, Scorpion’s Heart, Dragon Protector, Veil Between
Each option is shown on both a male and a female character. If you already own all 12, the reward converts into 10 Resonance Vouchers or 16 Lingering Melody. With only one pick, check which outfits you are missing first.
Where the 42 Lingering Melody and 27 Resonating Melody Come From
Both are Draw items. The official infographic splits the sources like this:
| Source | Lingering Melody | Resonating Melody |
|---|---|---|
| In-Game Mail | 15 | 12 |
| Events and sign-in | 22 | 10 |
| Anniversary Benefits Shop | 5 (Event Token exchange) | 5 |
| Total | 42 | 27 |
The Anniversary Benefits Shop also offers 25 Lingering Melody in exchange for Echo Jade. Those sit outside the 42 total, so keep some Echo Jade if you want extra Draws.
5 More Free Outfits and Accessories in November and December
A second infographic, “More Anniversary Rewards Are Coming This Nov and Dec”, lists five free outfits: Riverside Ballad, Bleak Nocturne, Mortal Verdict, Brocade Waves, and Gilded Luminary. Gilded Luminary is still shown as a silhouette, so its design has not been revealed.
It also lists ten accessories and items: Linger Lotus, Peach of Longevity, Hearts’ Concord, Dolly Folly, Just One Scoop, Gathering Storm, Blushing Bough, Lifelong Draught, Radiant Blossom, and Crimson Pledge. Dates and claim methods have not been detailed; the anniversary broadcast recap video only says these extras are “on the way”.
Where Winds Meet Redeem Code 1113HUTUOGO and How to Use It
The code 1113HUTUOGO appears on both the rewards infographic and the official roadmap as the anniversary redeem code. Its contents and expiry date are not spelled out in the announcement text. The “1113” matches the November 13 launch date, so if the code is rejected before then, try again once the Hutuo version is live.
NetEase has not published a redemption guide. These steps are summarized from GamesRadar, PCGamesN, and Pocket Gamer, which agree on the essentials:
- Finish the tutorial, then open the main menu (press Esc on PC).
- Select the cog icon to enter Settings.
- Open the Other tab, then choose Exchange Code under Account Info.
- Type or paste the code and confirm.
- Collect the rewards from your in-game mailbox.
According to GamesRadar, codes can only be redeemed in-game because there is no redemption website. Pocket Gamer notes the steps are the same on PC and mobile.
Flow of Echoes Top-Up Event and Soaring Record
Two top-up programs were announced alongside the anniversary rewards:
| Program | Type | How it counts | Rewards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soaring Record | Permanent | Echo Beads from top-ups convert 1:1 into Soaring Points | Milestones: Duo Interaction Toy, Drape, accessories, Scenario Background, decorations, Hero Title |
| Flow of Echoes | Limited-time | Echo Beads from top-ups convert 1:1 into Heroic Chimes | Anniversary-exclusive rewards and up to 2,880 extra Echo Beads |
For Soaring Record, direct purchases of Monthly Cards, Battle Passes, Gift Packs, and DLC on Steam, Epic, and PlayStation Store also count 1:1 as equivalent Echo Beads, while bonus Echo Beads do not count. Flow of Echoes uses the same rules. Start and end dates for Flow of Echoes have not been announced, and the infographic does not list which top-up channels count, so check your Heroic Chimes progress in-game once the event opens.
The Where Winds Meet Echo Beads top-up page on ItemGame uses your User ID (UID) and lists 60 to 12,000 Echo Beads, Monthly Pass, Elite Battle Pass, and Premium Battle Pass.
What’s in the Hutuo Version: New Region, Dual Spears, and DLSS 5
The official Hutuo roadmap, posted on Wednesday, November 4 at 18:00 WIB (19:00 MYT/SGT), is headed “New Region: Hutuo Available November 13”. Only three items carry a separate date tag: November 26.
| Schedule | Content |
|---|---|
| Hutuo version, Nov 13 | New region Hutuo, a war-torn frontier, and Campaign: Hutuo River |
| Hutuo version, Nov 13 | Jianghu Legacy: Melody Amid Reeds, The Deepest Cut, Kindle the Void (the Dragonbend Academy story); World Bosses Wayfarer Bingshen and Yelu Abuli |
| Hutuo version, Nov 13 | Horse Racing Chess mode: roll dice and race to the finish |
| Monday, Nov 23 | NVIDIA DLSS 5 support |
| Thursday, Nov 26 | Martial Art: Dual Spears, Jianghu Tactics mode (auto chess), and one of the three new outfit sets on the roadmap |
| December | New stamina system |
Dual Spears uses a pair of spears for both offense and defense. According to the recap video, its motion capture was directed by action choreographer Yuen Woo-ping, and you can switch between light and heavy spears to balance attacks and counters.
DLSS 5 with 3D-Guided Neural Rendering arrives on November 23, according to both the official Where Winds Meet X account and NVIDIA. NVIDIA says it is available on all GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs, RTX Spark devices, and for GeForce NOW Ultimate members.
The recap also says a new stamina system arrives in December, with a preview in a Dev Talk on the official Discord the week after the broadcast. For the 2.3 update, the Penglai map, and the Scarlet Whispers Battle Pass end date, see our Where Winds Meet 2.3 update article.
FAQ
When does the Where Winds Meet anniversary start? The Hutuo anniversary version launches on Friday, November 13, 2026 (UTC date). The update time has not been announced.
How do I get the free anniversary outfit in Where Winds Meet? Log in on the Hutuo version and pick 1 of 12 outfits. There is no level or top-up requirement.
What is the Where Winds Meet anniversary redeem code? 1113HUTUOGO, redeemed via Settings, Other tab, Exchange Code. Its expiry date has not been announced.
When is Dual Spears coming to Where Winds Meet? Thursday, November 26, 2026, according to the official roadmap.
