Underplayed Gems

LostWinds (2016)

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Developer
Frontier Developments
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure
Rating
4.0 of 5, 748 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A gentle, breezy adventure where you guide a young boy with wind powers through a serene, puzzle-filled world.

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What players say

Players are split on this Wii port. Some enjoy the wind-control mechanics and short length, but many report frequent crashes, a lack of options, and a 144 fps bug that speeds up the game. Controls feel janky with mouse.

Screenshots

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