NetEase-S (09999) surged over 4% in late trading, closing up 3.72% at HK$217.4 with a turnover of HK$1.377 billion. The rally follows the sustained overseas popularity of its open-world martial arts game "Where Winds Meet," developed using a proprietary domestic engine. Within two weeks of launch, the game attracted over 9 million global players, ranking second on Steam's global bestseller list with nearly 90% positive reviews. After its successful PC release on November 15, the mobile version is set for launch on iOS and Android platforms on December 12. Pre-registrations for the overseas mobile edition have exceeded 5 million as of December 11.

The game utilizes NetEase's self-developed "Messiah Engine," a decade-long project featuring 20+ patented technologies excelling in execution efficiency and energy consumption control. The engine enables seamless cross-platform play between PC and mobile, supports massive scenes like Kaifeng City with real-time ecosystems of 10,000+ AI NPCs, and delivers intricate details such as embroidered costumes and dynamic lighting through advanced physical rendering. Each AI NPC follows independent daily routines with unique personalities, while the "AI Face Generator" allows players to create avatars using photos or voice inputs, sparking widespread creative engagement.