Key takeaways
Windrose at a glance
- On Steam for $29.99.
- Developed by Kraken Express.
- 48.6K Steam user reviews so far.
- Players are mostly looking up maps.
What is Windrose?
Windrose is a survival adventure set in an alternative Age of Piracy, made by Kraken Express. Its store listing sums it up: “Embark on a PvE survival adventure in the Age of Piracy. Fight on land and sea, solo or with friends.”
It features the classic “ build, craft, survive ” formula along with intense combat and engaging exploration on land and sea. Progress through vast procedurally generated biomes filled with hidden mysteries, hand-crafted dungeons and quests. Gather your crew and captain your ship through brutal naval combat with boarding actions and seamless transitions between ship and shore.
Windrose is made by Kraken Express. It is playable in Early Access since Apr 14, 2026. It is listed on Steam for Windows at $29.99. It has collected 48.6K Steam user reviews so far. Modes on record: single-player and online co-op.
Added to gee.wiki on Oct 23, 2026. The developer's latest post, “Voyage to Ashlands: A Cleaner Interface, Faction Screen, and Sea Shanties”, went up on Oct 22, 2026. Players are mostly looking up maps.
Windrose screenshots & media
3 official screenshots. Select an image to enlarge it.
Gameplay mechanics & features
Core loop
Fight on land and sea → craft and explore vast open → command your ship and plunder unspoken treasures → grow conflict between empires. That cycle, taken from the developer's own description, is what a typical session of Windrose looks like.
Modes
Single-player and online co-op.
Progression
Progression is character growth through levels, gear and skills.
Controls & platforms
Runs on Windows. Full controller support. Cloud saves. Adjustable difficulty.
Standout features
What begins as a grounded story of survival and revenge draws you into a growing conflict between empires, pirate clans, and mysterious dark powers looming on the horizon.
Store & community tags: Action, Adventure, RPG, Co-op, Survival, Open World
Latest news, release & update tracker
- Release status
- Early Access
- Release date
- Apr 14, 2026
- Access
- Early Access — still in development
- Latest update
- Voyage to Ashlands: A Cleaner Interface, Faction Screen, and Sea Shanties · Oct 22, 2026
- Added
- Oct 23, 2026
- AddedWindrose added to gee.wiki
Coverage opened with official store links, gameplay breakdown and beginner tips.
- Developer newsVoyage to Ashlands: A Cleaner Interface, Faction Screen, and Sea Shanties
Ahoy, captains! We’re back with another look at what’s coming in Ashlands, along with some of the thinking behind the changes. Our last two entries were all about ships. If you missed them, you can catch up on \[part 1] and \[part 2].
- Developer newsVoyage to Ashlands: Ship Customization, pt.2
Ahoy, captains! [p align="justify"]Time flies, and we’re back with another look at what’s coming in Ashlands. If you’re new here, welcome aboard! And if you’ve been following Windrose for a while, welcome back!
- Developer newsVoyage to Ashlands: Ship Customization, pt.1
[p align="justify"]Ahoy, captains! [p align="justify"]As you may have noticed, we just revealed the release window for our next update, Ashlands, in the trailer that premiered during the Triple-i Initiative.
- Developer newsWindrose x Youtooz
Get your collection shelves ready! We’re happy to announce our collaboration with Youtooz on the first-ever Windrose collectibles!
- Early Access launchEarly Access launch on Steam
Timeline entries marked Patch notes / Developer news are the developer's own posts on Steam; dates are UTC.
Where to play
Windrose is on Steam for Windows at $29.99. The Steam page is the official place to buy, update and read patch notes.
Community & official links
Official channels
Community wikis (fan-made, unofficial)
Creator videos
No creator video numbers on record yet for Windrose — new games usually pick up coverage within days of breaking out.
How to play: beginner tips
- Do side quests that unlock systems (crafting, mounts) before grinding levels.
- Split roles with friends — one scout, one builder, one fighter — instead of all doing the same job.
- Craft storage early so you never lose a haul to a bad trip.
- Read the latest patch notes — new games change quickly in their first weeks.
Genres, platforms & tags
- Platform
- Steam
- Status & momentum
- New & notableEarly Access
- Player topics
- Maps
- Play modes
- Single-playerOnline co-op
- Store tags
- ActionAdventureRPGCo-opSurvivalOpen World
7-day popularity & player activity
Windrose was recently added — we will chart its 7-day activity trend as more data comes in. Added to gee.wiki on Oct 23, 2026.
No 7-day popularity curve on record yet — it will appear here as soon as activity is measurable.
Windrose FAQ
What is Windrose?
Windrose is a survival adventure set in an alternative Age of Piracy, made by Kraken Express. It is playable in Early Access since Apr 14, 2026. It is tagged Action, Adventure and RPG.
How much does Windrose cost?
Windrose costs $29.99 on Steam at our last check. Steam prices vary by region and change during sales, so the store page is the authority on today's price.
Is Windrose finished?
Not yet — it is in Early Access (since Apr 14, 2026), so content and balance are still changing between updates. The most recent developer post, “Voyage to Ashlands: A Cleaner Interface, Faction Screen, and Sea Shanties”, went up on Oct 22, 2026.
Can I play Windrose with friends?
Yes. The modes on record are single-player and online co-op. Party size and cross-play details are on the official store page.
Who made Windrose?
Windrose is developed by Kraken Express. Follow the official site for announcements.
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