Windrose
Kraken Express
Embark on a PvE survival adventure in the Age of Piracy. Fight on land and sea, solo or with friends. Build, craft and explore vast open world filled with dark secrets. Master soulslite combat and take on challenging bosses, command your ship and plunder unspoken treasures!
Year 1
Apr 14, 2026 - Aug 5, 2026
78 changes
Windrose Early Access launched on April 14, 2026, introducing players to a new world of exploration and adventure. This release marked the beginning of a broader journey, culminating in the July 1 update that added the Ashlands Biome, featuring new enemies, resources, and a challenging boss, alongside significant expansions to the main story and side quests.
- New Biome: The Ashlands Biome debuted on July 1, bringing new enemies, items, resources, and a unique boss encounter.
- New Ship Classes: The update introduced new ship classes and variants linked to the Ashlands.
- Gameplay Enhancements: Plans to enrich ship gameplay based on player feedback were announced, improving overall ship interactions.
- Quality of Life Improvements: The game received over 50 quality of life changes, including new building pieces and action panels that execute on button press.
- AI Improvements: NPC ships displayed improved behavior, sailing in formations for a more immersive experience.
- New Features: The addition of a Data Recovery UI improved player experience, allowing recovery of broken save files.