The WhatsNext verdict
If you want a lightning-fast roguelite built around responsive melee combat and online runs with friends, Windblown delivers a strong rush. Play it for the movement, fighting, and build experimentation, but expect an early-access-sized amount of content in its 2024 form.
What it does best
Fast, precise combat with satisfying impact
Relentless speed that creates a combat flow state
High-speed co-op that turns runs into shared panic
Weapon and trinket combinations reward experimentation
What might put you off
Early-access content can feel thin and repetitive
Extreme speed and uneven co-op difficulty
The setup
What you are walking into
Brave the Vortex and dash your way to greatness in this lightning-fast action roguelike from the creators of Dead Cells. Alone or in coop, become the ultimate killing machine as you enhance your skills and master your weapons in search of that perfect run.
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