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As shipwrecked warrior Kara, forage across strange islands, craft survival gear, and build a sailboat to cross perilous seas.
Released 28 Aug 2020
Customize Your Boat
Sail With Wind
Scavenge Island Resources
The Forbidden Islands are Calling, Unlock their Secrets. Shipwrecked on an island, explore, adapt and navigate the land and perilous seas to stay alive.
Developed by 5 Lives Studios · Published by Deep Silver
Kara, a warrior separated from her tribe by a storm, is stranded in the Forbidden Islands. She explores the archipelago and its scattered ruins, uncovering clues to the islands’ past and to her journey home.
On each island, gather materials, hunt wildlife, and make tools, weapons, and other supplies. Manage hunger and health as you venture through different landscapes and face their creatures.
Build and customize a boat, then sail between islands while navigating wind, waves, and sea hazards. The journey is divided into chapters, with island layouts that can vary between playthroughs.
Players who enjoy Windbound often praise its boat-building and sailing, colorful island scenery, and the freedom to explore at their own pace. Some also find its music and survival loop relaxing. Others describe combat and controls as awkward, and criticize the consequences of death, resource gathering, or sailing as frustrating; experiences with the difficulty and pacing vary.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 29 |
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| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| Website | Official website |
