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Windlands Update Released! Version 1.2.9

08-Nov-2016 An update for Windlands has been released to Steam and will be automatically downloaded. This is a routine patch containing 2 new VR movement styles and 2 new leaderboard options.

Big Changes

We have added 2 new Leaderboard Options, you can now select Global, Local or Friends by hitting the buttons above the leaderboard with your hooks.
We have added 2 new VR Movement Styles to Windlands. You can change the movement style from the Virtual Reality Options Menu.
De-Coupled Head: Our default method uses the look direction as forwards. When this movement style is selected, your body direction is now forwards, this will enable you to move in one direction, and look in another.
Controller Direction: With this movement style, your direction is relatable to where your controller is pointed. Either left or right is you swap hands.

Changes and Fixes

Many minor map fixes
Adjustments to the subtitle and message rock style.
Achievements now work correctly on the Speed Run challenges.
The voice over volume after collecting Crystals has been increased by +4dB.
The width of timer rocks have been increased to accommodate larger times.

VR

We have fixed a crash that was affecting some players on Vive (thank you for all of your help!).
2 new Movement Styles have been added (see Big Changes).
The Orb collection count for playgrounds has been moved further up to provide a clearer view.
With 3D input capability, you will now get an option in the start wizard to choose 3D Input or Controller.
Seated Mode is now working correctly on Oculus.

Many thanks for your continued support on our journey! Enjoy! - Psytec Games Team

[ 2016-11-09 10:03:18 CET ] [ Original post ]

Windlands Update Released! Version 1.2.9

08-Nov-2016 An update for Windlands has been released to Steam and will be automatically downloaded. This is a routine patch containing 2 new VR movement styles and 2 new leaderboard options.

Big Changes

We have added 2 new Leaderboard Options, you can now select Global, Local or Friends by hitting the buttons above the leaderboard with your hooks.
We have added 2 new VR Movement Styles to Windlands. You can change the movement style from the Virtual Reality Options Menu.
De-Coupled Head: Our default method uses the look direction as forwards. When this movement style is selected, your body direction is now forwards, this will enable you to move in one direction, and look in another.
Controller Direction: With this movement style, your direction is relatable to where your controller is pointed. Either left or right is you swap hands.

Changes and Fixes

Many minor map fixes
Adjustments to the subtitle and message rock style.
Achievements now work correctly on the Speed Run challenges.
The voice over volume after collecting Crystals has been increased by +4dB.
The width of timer rocks have been increased to accommodate larger times.

VR

We have fixed a crash that was affecting some players on Vive (thank you for all of your help!).
2 new Movement Styles have been added (see Big Changes).
The Orb collection count for playgrounds has been moved further up to provide a clearer view.
With 3D input capability, you will now get an option in the start wizard to choose 3D Input or Controller.
Seated Mode is now working correctly on Oculus.

Many thanks for your continued support on our journey! Enjoy! - Psytec Games Team

[ 2016-11-09 10:03:18 CET ] [ Original post ]

Windlands

Psytec Games Ltd Developer

Psytec Games Ltd Publisher

2016-04-05 Release

Indie Singleplayer Tags

Game News Posts: 30

🎹🖱️Keyboard + Mouse
🎮 Full Controller Support

Mostly Positive (786 reviews)

http://www.windlands.com

Steam Store

The Game includes VR Support

Oculus: 1

SteamVR: 1

Keyboard & mouse: 1

Gamepad support: 1

Standing: 1

Seated: 1

Public Linux Depots:

Windlands Depot Linux 64-bit [1.01 G]

Available DLCs:

Windlands - Original Soundtrack

Game is not tagged as available on Linux on Steam.

Linux is not in the OS list.

A first person grappling hook exploration game.

Soar through the ruins of a fallen world and discover the secrets of the ancients. Windlands has been developed primarily for Virtual Reality headsets, but is also a great experience for those without headsets.

It appeals to those who want to explore the breathtaking vistas at a relaxing pace, while the challenging routes attract gamers who like to master the skill of soaring through the towering environments at top speed.

Gameplay Features

Designed and built for Virtual Reality First.
Grappling Hooks Focused Movement.
Variety of expansive levels that reward exploration.
Multiple routes provide a range of optional challenges.
Optional Skill based, Speed Runs and Time Trials with Leaderboards.
Goal Driven Gameplay with Easy (Hook Anything), Normal and Hard Modes.
Collectibles that reward exploration and completionism.
Calm, Positive, Pressure-Free, Non-Violent, Zen like relaxing play.

WARNING: Windlands is an intense (but awesome) experience in VR, it takes time to get your VR Legs, please take baby steps if you are sensitive to locomotion in VR play in very short sessions and perhaps try cages, sitting down and a controller if you are still effected, the second you feel a bit of nausea please stop and take a break

MINIMAL SETUPMemory: 2 GB RAMStorage: 3 GB available space
Storage: 3 GB available space
RECOMMENDED SETUPMemory: 2 GB RAMStorage: 3 GB available space
Storage: 3 GB available space

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