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Windbound

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3.1/5

( 58 Reviews )

3.1

58 Reviews

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Windbound
Description
As Kara, you are a warrior, caught at sea in a fierce storm, adrift from your tribe. Thrown from your boat, at the mercy of the turbulent waters, you are tossed on to the shores of the Forbidden Islands, a mysterious paradise. With no boat, no food or tools, just the will and skill to survive,...
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3.1/5

( 58 Reviews )

3.1

58 Reviews

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Product details
2020, 5 Lives Studios, ...
System requirements
Windows 7/8/8.1/10 (64 bit), 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo or equivalent, 4 GB RAM, Intel HD Graphics 460...
Time to beat
13.5 hMain
14.5 h Main + Sides
16.5 h Completionist
14.5 h All Styles
Description
As Kara, you are a warrior, caught at sea in a fierce storm, adrift from your tribe. Thrown from your boat, at the mercy of the turbulent waters, you are tossed on to the shores of the Forbidden Islands, a mysterious paradise.

With no boat, no food or tools, just the will and skill to survive, uncover this beautiful island’s rich resources. Craft tools and weapons to hunt and defend yourself against nature itself with its wild and fantastical creatures.

Whilst exploring further islands and the scattered ruins across their lands, secrets of the past and glimpses of the future are revealed. Unravel the mystery behind them all and you may find more than just your way home.

Uncover the Secrets Within

Embark on a personal journey and discover the history of the idyllic Forbidden Islands; each holding the key to a mystery and unexpected revelations.

Explore As Far As The Eye Can See

Head towards the horizon, advancing across the islands, each with their own diverse wildlife, landscapes and challenges to face.

Live Off The Land

Scavenge the islands’ untamed terrain for resources that you can use to craft a full range of tools and weapons to hunt wildlife and upgrade your boat. You must set sail when resources become scarce.

Build Your Perfect Seacraft

Your boat is your key companion on this journey, carefully craft your own custom sailing vessel to take on the treacherous waters, traversing from one island to the next. Design your boat to battle tempestuous winds, monstrous waves, and deadly sea creatures.

©2020 and published by Koch Media GmbH, Austria. Deep Silver is a division of Koch Media. Deep Silver, Windbound™ and their respective logos are trademarks of Koch Media GmbH. Developed by 5 Lives Studios. 5 Lives Studios and their respective logo are registered trademarks of 5 Lives Studios Pty Limited . All other trademarks, logos and copyrights are property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

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Why buy on GOG.COM?
DRM FREE. No activation or online connection required to play.
Safety and satisfaction. Stellar support 24/7 and full refunds up to 30 days.
Time to beat
13.5 hMain
14.5 h Main + Sides
16.5 h Completionist
14.5 h All Styles
Game details
Works on:
Windows (7, 8, 10, 11)
Release date:
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Size:
1.3 GB

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Deutsch
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español
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français
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polski
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русский
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中文(简体)
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中文(繁體)
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日本語
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Critics reviews
65
Top Critic Average
30 %
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Posted on: May 25, 2025

dacbjs

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Games: 16 Reviews: 1

Good history, nice mechanics

Its a good game, the history keeps you advancing and the games introduce mechanics the longer you advance. Also it fills nice that things got easier in skills way.


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Posted on: May 31, 2025

BillyBrainless

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Games: 68 Reviews: 4

The sea is calling!

This game is an absolute gem. I played it for free back when it first dropped thanks to game pass, and decided to give it a shot on PC figuring it might feel better playing it with a mouse and keyboard. After now completing the main storyline, I can confidently say it is one of my top games of all time. Like Windwaker/Breath of the Wild meets Moana and Raft. Nothing beats finally building the ideal trimaran and just flying through the crossing levels. The controls are tight, the gameplay is simple but engaging, and the entire experience of island hopping and resource gathering/management is also simple but satisfying. Love the simple but diverse food options, but kinda wish there was a poison mushroom among all those fungus. Otherwise, the entire game is the perfect little microcosm. 11/10 Well done!


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Posted on: August 23, 2025

iron_alu

Verified owner

Games: 35 Reviews: 1

Game Breaking Bugs

I could play it for 4 minutes before I got a game breaking bug, making it impossible to play. I didn't try to get the game running again because the four minutes hadn't really convinced me anyway.


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Posted on: September 12, 2025

Onetooth2010

Verified owner

Games: 55 Reviews: 14

Unfinished, unpolished

The atmosphere of this game is nice, lends itself for a casual game. Lots of stuff to create though, so you'll quickly spend more time than initially expected. Soundscape is ok and adds to the atmosphere. Who you are or what you are supposed to do is not clear at all. It seems to me the developers were out of resources and could not flesh this part of the game out as you'd probably expect. Minor glitches show the game menu in between regular game frames. I don't expect this to be solved. It's not a breaking issue, but can be a little annoying. Taking down large creatures is a pain in the ass. Weapons inflict hardly any damage. And when a creature throws you off balance, you can't dodge the next attack. So you'll be trampled in no time. And can then start all over again. Loading an intermittent save game is NOT possible. So a lot of time and effort simply goes to waste. I don't understand why developers make these choices. If I want to save spam, why not let me? It's my choice to make.


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Posted on: September 19, 2025

ImpaledBanana

Verified owner

Games: 213 Reviews: 1

Fantastic!

I bought this game on sale, but I would definitely pay full price. Fantastic game. 10/10.


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