Wuthering Waves Reverts to 12+ Age Rating Following Character Design Adjustments

Wuthering Waves will return to its original 12+ age rating, just weeks after controversially moving to a 16+ classification. This decision follows recent adjustments to character designs, most notably affecting Cantarella and Fleurdelys, whose models were modified to feature less revealing attire. The rating reversal has sparked mixed reactions within the Wuthering Waves community. Many players had anticipated that the shift to a 16+ rating would lead to darker storylines and more mature character designs, with some expressing disappointment at what they see as a step backward for the title.

Wuthering Waves is back to 12+ rating?

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Industry observers note that the modifications to Cantarella and Fleurdelys were likely implemented specifically to comply with the requirements for the 12+ classification. According to circulating rumors, Fleurdelys may receive further design updates in the future.

Despite the rating change, Wuthering Waves remains one of the more mature-looking games in the gacha genre when compared to titles from competitors like HoYoverse. Community members have pointed out apparent inconsistencies in rating enforcement across the industry, citing games like Snowbreak, Brown Dust 2, Nikke, and Love and Deepspace—all of which maintain 12+ ratings despite featuring what many consider more provocative content.

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The discussion has also reignited debates about the relationship between age ratings and monetization practices. For now, Kuro Game appears committed to maintaining Wuthering Waves’ established aesthetic within the constraints of its restored 12+ age rating, suggesting that players can expect the game to continue its current approach to character design without significant deviation.