Whilst discussing this with the game’s publisher, Koch Media, they did assure me that the developer, 5 Lives Studios, are aware of these issues and are actively looking to provide patch updates. Keeping in mind I was playing a pre-release version, the game crashed on me several times the screen went a blank white at times when I put the screen onto standby and came back an hour later my save file was lost three quarters into the game when I suspended the software after I had died and in-game, I saw a few monsters glitching inside of rocks and trees. The most concerning aspect of my time with Windbound was its technical issues. Preparation is key to survival as you want to ensure that you have a good melee and ranged weapon that aren’t close to breaking, a healthy amount of food that aren’t close to spoiling and enough space in your inventory for when you find more materials. This then subsequently makes crafting difficult as I spent a lot of time dropping items to make space, getting items out of a basket, crafting my desired item and then finding space in my basket and bags in order to not leave anything behind. There always seems to be a lot more items than there are free inventory slots and even when you upgrade your bags and build baskets and bag holders to put onto your ship, it never seems like enough.
Windbound provides the satisfaction that comes with enjoying the fruits of your labour, seeing your inventory expand and your ship made out of grass and rope become a sea-faring vessel that battles the wildest of storms.Īs Windbound is all about gathering resources to upgrade your arsenal, inventory management can quickly become a headache. It’s very satisfying to upgrade your weapons from a stick into something that can take down a ferocious beast. Kara is a fierce warrior who is well versed in survival combat.