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FTS: Where Winds Meet 1.3 Version “Spring’s Bliss” Available On February 6th

GUANGZHOU, China – (Feb 4th, 2026) – Everstone Studio today announced that its beloved open-world Wuxia ARPG Where Winds Meet will release the 1.3 Version - “Spring’s Bliss” on February 6th. In this update, the game is introducing a new Sect, a unique mystic skill, World Bosses, the brand new Guild War league, and special Spring Festival events to the Jianghu.

New Sect: The Masked Troupe

The all-new Sect “The Masked Troupe” will be available in the game on February 13. The Sect is a deep integration of traditional opera culture and Chinese martial arts, shaping a distinctive combat style where ‘opera’ is the essence and “martial arts” is the foundation.

With movements as graceful as stage performances and footwork that cuts through the wind, The Masked Troupe is known for its skills originating from the singing, acting, and combat of the traditional Chinese opera. They command the battlefield with rhythm and cadence, weaving tales of joy and sorrow through offense and defense, transforming the myriad facets of life on stage into lethal techniques that conceal sharp edges.

New Mystic Skill: Contortion

In the 1.3 Version, the all-new mystic skill “ Contortion” will be available. Upon casting this skill, players can temporarily shrink their body, making it possible for them to reach previously inaccessible spaces or launch surprise attacks at critical moments to avert crises. Player can explore the application of this new skill in the new Spring Festival activity “Tiny Adventure”.

New World Bosses: Drunk Martial Artist and Coffin Master

Following the Spring Festival update, the Jianghu will welcome brand-new world boss challenges as the “Drunk Martial Artist” and “Coffin Master” join the vast wilderness. These two bosses embody contrasting styles—one unrestrained and wild, the other sinister and brooding—each testing challengers with unique combat techniques and rhythms. Players may encounter and challenge these formidable foes during wilderness exploration.

The All-new Guild War League

Following the February 6 update, the all-new Guild War league will debut with a phased competition format, delivering a long-term, continuous competitive experience. Players will begin with placement matches to determine their groups, then advance to the regular season to compete in group-ranking battles. The Guild War offers rich rewards, including Echo Jade, Hero Titles, and more. We invite all players to join, test your strength and tactics, and enjoy the thrill of fighting shoulder to shoulder with your guildmates!

Spring Festival Celebration Events Bring Rich Rewards

As lanterns glow and the Jianghu hums with festive energy, Where Winds Meet proudly launches a series of festive activities running February 6 through March 5. The celebration centers on the Spring Festival carnival, bustling street life, and the vivid atmosphere of the season. Players are invited to join friends in the Jianghu to experience the authentic vibe of the Spring Festival, create memories, and share the joy of the new year across the realm.

Join the Spring Festival Fair series of events now to earn abundant cosmetic and item rewards, and celebrate an extraordinary Chinese New Year gathering in the Jianghu!

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PIONER: Early Access Experience - Descending Into the Depths of Tartarus

Early Access is always a gamble. Sometimes you’re buying into a vision. Other times... you’re stepping into a world that’s already found its footing but still has room to grow. PIONER sits firmly in the latter category — an atmospheric, systems-driven survival shooter that feels confident in what it wants to be, even as it continues to evolve on the road to full release. Hop in and lets roll!

Set in a haunting, post-apocalyptic open world that blends Eastern European grit with sci-fi mystery, PIONER doesn’t rush to explain itself. Instead, it lets tension, exploration, and... player choice do the talking. The result is an experience that rewards patience, curiosity, and preparedness — and with recent refinements under the hood, that experience is becoming smoother, smarter, and more inviting for long-term players.

This gameplay footage was recorded before the most recent major update. While visuals, performance, and systems have since improved, this video gives you a grounded look at the core gameplay loop, tone, and early-game pacing that define the PIONER experience.

A World That Wants You to Learn It, Not Conquer It

PIONER’s strength lies in how it balances danger with discovery. Every zone feels intentional — not just as a combat space, but as an ecosystem. You’re scavenging, managing resources, navigating hostile factions, and deciding when to engage or disengage. This isn’t a run-and-gun power fantasy... even if it's tempting to do so; it’s a survival-focused experience where awareness matters just as much as firepower.

As you move through areas like the Rogue Wasteland, Mushroom Valley, and the Midlands, you’ll notice how the game subtly teaches you its rules. Enemy placement, environmental hazards, and loot distribution all push you to slow down and think. That design philosophy carries into raids, PvP encounters, and global events, making progression feel earned rather than handed out.

Depths of Tartarus: What the Update Improves (Without Breaking the Vision)

Rather than reinventing the wheel, the Depths of Tartarus update reinforces PIONER’s foundation by tightening systems that matter most during long play sessions.

🔧 Performance & Optimization

This is where the update shines. Improved RAM usage, faster world map loading, reduced draw calls, and a new data precaching system significantly reduce stuttering and performance hiccups. Cutscenes run smoother, environments load more cleanly, and traversal feels less interrupted — especially in larger zones.

Lighting and character model optimizations also make the world feel more cohesive without dramatically altering its visual identity.

New Content That Adds Variety, Not Noise

New PvP Map: “Dawn” (6v6 Brawl)
A tighter, more controlled PvP space that emphasizes positioning and teamwork.
New Raid Quest: “Crab Island”
A welcome addition for PvE-focused players looking for structured challenges with meaningful rewards.
Steam Achievements
Small addition, big motivation — especially for completionists.

These additions expand the game without overwhelming it, which is exactly what Early Access content should do.

Smarter Economy, Better Balance

The update also addresses progression pacing:

Adjusted drop rates for key materials
Improved merchant pricing logic
Increased chances of rare weapon workpieces from minibosses
Rebalanced repair costs and requirements

Combat tuning brings noticeable changes as well, particularly for assault rifles, crossbows, and throwable weapons. Nothing feels wildly overpowered, but several tools now feel more viable across different playstyles.

(And yes — Vodka stats were fixed, which somehow feels very on-brand.)

Quality-of-Life Changes That Quietly Matter

Some of the most impactful improvements aren’t flashy:

Faster and more reliable raid matchmaking
Improved climbing and collision across all maps
Better NPC navigation and quest flow
Increased resource stack limits
Headgear visibility toggles via the Skin Workbench

These are the kinds of refinements that don’t always make headlines but dramatically improve day-to-day play.

Early Access Verdict (So Far)

PIONER feels like a game that understands patience — both in how it’s played and how it’s being developed. The Depths of Tartarus update doesn’t try to sell hype; it builds trust. Performance improvements, meaningful balance tweaks, and focused content additions all point toward a team committed to long-term stability rather than short-term spikes.

If you’re the type of player who enjoys watching a world take shape — learning its systems, adapting to its dangers, and growing alongside it — PIONER is... already worth keeping on your radar.

The descent is just beginning.

To celebrate the update, PIONER is available on Steam at a 20% discount until February 16.

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