Underplayed Gems

Passing By - A Tailwind Journey (2024)

Passing By - A Tailwind Journey cover
Developer
Studio Windsocke
Publisher
Dear Villagers
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.7 of 5, 43 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A gentle, wind-swept journey through floating islands, blending light puzzle platforming with the calm rhythm of exploration and delivery.

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What players say

Players describe Passing By as a cozy, slow-paced adventure combining hot air balloon exploration with light survival and puzzle platforming. Many compare its gentle vibe to Spiritfarer, though some find the hunger and thirst mechanics a bit too frequent. A common request is for a map to help navigate the floating islands.

Trailer

Screenshots

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