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Windrose devs reveal it sold 500k copies in the first 48 hours – that’s likely Early Access development fundedThe indie game Windrose has achieved significant success in its Early Access launch, selling over 500,000 copies within its first 48 hours. The game's developers attribute this milestone to a viral demo during Steam Next Fest and a strategic marketing campaign that kept the demo available until launch. The game is priced accessibly with regional pricing and launch discounts, contributing to its strong initial sales.
As Windrose servers buckle under nearly 100k concurrent Steam players, devs admit they "don't yet have a clear answer" for a fix, ask fans if they "happen to know someone at a major ISP"The open-world pirate adventure game Windrose is experiencing significant server stability issues, with developer Kraken Express admitting they lack a clear solution. The team has reached out to the community and major ISPs for assistance in resolving connectivity problems affecting nearly 100,000 concurrent players on Steam.
It seems the Windrose hype was on to something, as the piratical survival game sets sail to positive Steam reviews and high player numbersThe piratical survival game Windrose, formerly Crosswind, has launched in early access to positive reception on Steam, achieving a peak of nearly 98,000 concurrent players and a "very positive" review score. Developed by Kraken Express, the game is praised for its building and exploration mechanics, though some players have noted underdeveloped combat. The developer successfully pivoted from a free-to-play MMO concept to a premium title based on player feedback.- Windrose’s initial early access saw positive player response and over 69K Steam concurrencyThe piratical survival sandbox game Windrose, developed by Windrose Crew (now Kraken Express), has seen a strong initial launch in early access on PC. The game achieved a peak concurrency of over 69,000 players on Steam and received "very positive" user reviews praising its visuals and naval combat, despite some players reporting server and connection issues due to the high player count. The developers are focused on a 1.0 launch before considering console releases.
Windrose developers ask players if they 'happen to know someone at a major ISP' who can help diagnose online…Developer Kraken Express is seeking assistance from internet service provider professionals to diagnose online connectivity issues affecting their co-op survival game, Windrose. Despite a smooth early access launch with nearly 100,000 concurrent players, some players in Europe and North America are experiencing problems with server access, potentially due to ISP restrictions.
Windrose doesn't have admin commands, but here's how to customize a Windrose dedicated serverThis guide explains how to set up and configure a dedicated server for the pirate survival game Windrose, as the game currently lacks official admin commands. It details how to host your own server on a Windows PC, modify configuration files like ServerDescription.json and WorldDescription.json to adjust settings such as server name, password, player count, and world difficulty.
How to get clay in WindroseThis guide explains how to find and gather clay in the game Windrose, a key resource for crafting potions and building structures like Charcoal Kilns. Clay deposits appear as muddy rock formations on the ground and require a pickaxe to harvest. Nodes respawn periodically, allowing for continuous gathering.- Windrose Early AccessThe pirate-themed PvE survival adventure game Windrose has launched in Early Access for Windows. Developed by Kraken Express and Pocketpair, the game features soulslite combat and challenging boss encounters.
- Multiplayer piratical survivalbox Windrose officially begins its early access voyageThe multiplayer pirate survival sandbox game Windrose has officially launched into early access. Developed by Kraken Express, the game focuses on PvE gameplay where players live as pirates during the Age of Sail, surviving, exploring, and fighting on land and sea. The developers project a full 1.0 release in two to three years.
SET SAIL FOR ADVENTURE! WINDROSE, THE SWASHBUCKLING PIRATE GAME, IS OUT NOW IN PC EARLY ACCESSThe co-op pirate survival-adventure game Windrose has launched into Early Access on PC platforms including Steam and the Epic Games Store. Developed by Kraken Express, the game allows players to explore a massive open world, engage in naval battles, and build their own pirate haven. A 10% launch discount is available for a limited time.
Windrose Launches in Early Access – Co-Op Pirate Survival Game Already Climbing Steam Charts | Invision GameThe co-op pirate survival game Windrose has launched in Early Access on Steam, Epic Games Store, and Stove. Developed by Kraken Express, the game features survival mechanics, base building, souls-lite combat, and seamless transitions between land exploration and naval combat. It also includes co-op ship controls where players can share responsibilities on board.
Is Windrose Coming To PS5 Or Xbox? Here's What The Developers Have SaidThe pirate survival game Windrose is currently available in early access on PC via Steam. Developer Kraken Express has stated that future platform announcements will be made through official channels, leaving open the possibility of a console release on platforms like PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The game features a 'build-craft-survive' loop with souls-like combat and naval battles, drawing inspiration from Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag.