NetEase's latest major global release is the open-world Wuxia RPG Where Winds Meet, which launched globally on November 14, 2025.
Top-Up & Currency Restrictions
Option 1: Steam (PC) Top-Up Guide
This method uses your Steam Wallet balance.
Step 1: Add Funds to Steam (Optional but Recommended)
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Open Steam.
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Click your profile name in the top right corner > select View my Wallet.
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Click Add Funds and choose an amount (e.g., $10, $20).
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Complete the payment using your credit card, PayPal, or Steam Gift Card.
Step 2: Purchase in-game
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Launch Where Winds Meet.
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Open the Menu (Press Esc or the Menu icon).
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Navigate to Shop > Top Up tab.
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Select the Echo Beads pack you want to buy.
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The Steam Overlay will pop up asking for authorization.
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Click Authorize. The funds will be deducted from your Steam Wallet, and the beads will appear instantly.
Troubleshooting: If the Steam Overlay does not appear, ensure "Enable Steam Overlay while in-game" is checked in your Steam Settings > In-Game.
Option 2: PlayStation 5 Top-Up Guide
This method uses your PlayStation Network (PSN) Wallet.
Step 1: Add Funds to PSN Wallet
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On your PS5 Home Screen, go to Settings > Users and Accounts.
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Select Account > Payment and Subscriptions > Add Funds.
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Choose your method (Credit Card, PayPal, or Redeem Code for a PSN Gift Card).
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Add the required amount.
Step 2: Purchase in-game
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Launch Where Winds Meet on your PS5.
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Press the Options button on your controller to open the Menu.
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Navigate to the Shop icon (usually a bag or coin icon).
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Go to the Top Up tab (look for the "Echo Beads" icon).
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Select the pack you wish to purchase.
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The standard gray PlayStation Store checkout screen will slide up.
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Confirm the purchase. The beads will be added to your account immediately.