Following months of silence from Kraken Express after a really impressive game launch, we are finally getting a new expansion for Windrose, including a new map, ship customisation and much more.
The Ashlands Map
A new area is being added called The Ashlands, featuring a new place of interest – a long-abandoned Spanish colony. This new area will, of course, feature new enemy types, including a giant, terrifying toad-like creature.
There are a few other additions but not much has been said and other than the above, all we know is that there will be new main and side missions, with a final boss culminating at the end of the Ashlands, similar to the other three areas in the game currently.
Windrose’s Ship Customisation
A feature many fans begged for on release, which Kraken Express has finally listened to, now grants players the ability to customise the interiors of ships in-game. This feature does seem rather limited, excluding the option to place items wherever as there are designated areas for objects onboard. Customisation also extends to the exterior of the ships, featuring new elements but not much has been said as to what is being added. Personally, I would like to see some figureheads to choose from.
The team has also stated that Windrose will be moving away from predefined faction-specific ship variants and instead, players will be able to alter their own ship’s stats.
Additional Information and Release Date
A lot of new content has been teased but unfortunately, not much in-depth information has been shared. We do know, however, that there will be an improved combat system, many quality-of-life fixes, new factions and, my personal favourite, new shanties! Ashlands is set to launch this winter for Windrose, with no fixed date but the devs are eager to get it to us sooner rather than later.
If you’d like to check out the full news on offer at Pixl Perfect, head on over to our main news page, or even our gaming trailer hub!
