⛰️ Hidden Mountain (不见山) DLC: Complete Preview & What We Know
Release: July 2026 — the largest Where Winds Meet expansion since launch. New map, new faction, new weapon type, new story.
At a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Hidden Mountain (不见山) |
| Announced | June 8, 2026 (Xbox Games Showcase) |
| Release Window | July 2026 (exact date TBA) |
| Price | Free (base game is free-to-play) |
| Platforms | Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Steam, Epic Games Store, PC, Mobile |
| Key Theme | Vertical exploration, Mohist philosophy, mountain mystery |
What's Coming
🏔️ New Map: Hidden Mountain
The centerpiece of the expansion — a massive new zone built around vertical exploration:
- Multi-layered mountain terrain — towering cliffs, hidden caves, suspended walkways, and deep ravines
- Development team emphasizes "风、光、石" (wind, light, stone) as the three design pillars
- Designed to push the game's climbing, gliding, and traversal systems to their limits
- Secret passages, underground networks, and sky-high shrines reward exploration
"The team wants players to look up, not just around." — Everstone Studio interview
📜 New Story: The Mohist Faction
The narrative revolves around the Mohist (墨家) — an ancient Chinese philosophical school known for:
- Universal love (兼爱) and opposition to offensive warfare
- Engineering and mechanics — siege weapons, traps, defensive fortifications
- Logic and mathematics — puzzles and mechanisms are expected to feature heavily
The Mohists have been hiding in the Hidden Mountain for centuries. Your arrival triggers a chain of events that reveals their secrets — and their enemies.
🥊 New Weapon Type: Hand Guard (拳法)
For the first time, Where Winds Meet is adding unarmed/fist combat:
| Detail | What We Know |
|---|---|
| Name | Hand Guard Discipline (拳法) |
| Style | Close-range melee, likely high mobility |
| Arsenal Path | TBA (possibly a new path) |
| Playstyle | Speculated: Combo-heavy, parry-focused, fast attacks |
| Release | Launches with the DLC |
This fills a major gap in the weapon roster — currently there's no pure melee fist weapon. Expect it to compete with Twinblades for close-range dominance.
🎮 New Bosses
- Confirmed: high-difficulty bosses designed around the vertical map design
- Likely Mohist mechanical constructs (automaton-style enemies fitting the engineering theme)
- Some bosses may require use of the new Hand Guard weapon
Platform & Access
Xbox Launch (Already Live)
- Game launched on Xbox Series X|S on June 8, 2026
- Included with Xbox Game Pass
- Full cross-progression: Xbox ↔ PC ↔ Mobile (data syncs across all platforms)
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perk (June 7 – July 23)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| 鸣玉 (Premium Currency) | 450 |
| 铜钱 (Copper Coins) | 90,000 |
| Consumable starter bundle | 1 set |
If you're on Xbox, claim this before July 23.
Pre-Release Preparation: What to Do Now
1. Stockpile Resources
| Resource | Why |
|---|---|
| Dragon Keys | Needed for Skill Theft — new weapon means new sanctums to infiltrate |
| Inner Way Scrolls | The Hand Guard will almost certainly have its own Inner Way tree. Start saving. |
| Premium Currency | New cosmetics, battle pass tiers, and likely a Mohist-themed outfit set |
| Upgrade Materials | New weapon = new gear to level |
2. Complete Prerequisites
- Main story through current chapters — the Mohist storyline likely requires progression past Kaifeng
- Lone Cloud sect quests — the Mohist philosophy (logic, engineering) shares DNA with Lone Cloud's math-and-strategy theme. Having Strategic Sword unlocked may provide unique dialogue or shortcuts.
- Max climbing/gliding stamina — the vertical map design will punish players who haven't invested in traversal
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Speculation & Predictions
What We're Confident About
- Mohist Hill (sect #10) will likely become unlockable — the Mohist theme aligns perfectly with this locked sect
- New Mystic Arts tied to the Mohist/engineering theme (mechanical traps, automated defenses?)
- Puzzle density will be higher than any previous zone (Mohist = logic = puzzles)
What We're Guessing
- The Hand Guard weapon may pair well with Strategic Sword (both "cerebral" fighting styles)
- A new Arsenal path may be introduced for the fist weapon
- The "Hidden Mountain" name may refer to both a physical location and a conceptual truth the Mohists have been protecting
Timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| June 8, 2026 | Hidden Mountain announced at Xbox Games Showcase |
| June 8, 2026 | Xbox Series X|S + Game Pass launch |
| June 25, 2026 | v1.8 "Companions Make Home" (Homestead + Pets) |
| July 2026 | Hidden Mountain DLC release (exact date TBA) |
| July 3, 2026 | Phantom Thief Goose event begins |
| July 10, 2026 | Jianghu Martial Games Season 2 |
FAQ
Q: Is Hidden Mountain free? A: Yes. Like all Where Winds Meet expansions, it's free for all players.
Q: Do I need to finish the main story first? A: Probably not required, but progression through Kaifeng (Chapter 1+) is likely expected for the level range.
Q: Will Hand Guard be available without the DLC? A: Yes — the weapon launches alongside the DLC but is part of the base game. You may need to unlock it via Skill Theft or a new sect.
Q: Is this the "1.9" update? A: Not officially numbered yet. v1.8 launched June 25. Hidden Mountain could be v1.9, v2.0, or a separate content patch.
Q: Any new sects? A: Not confirmed, but Mohist Hill (locked sect #10) is the obvious candidate for unlocking.
Updated: June 30, 2026 — This page will be updated with full patch notes, guides, and builds when Hidden Mountain launches.