Windrose GuidesAhoy, captains! Windrose has officially surpassed 1,500,000 copies sold in just two weeks since its Early Access launch on April 14, 2026. Developer Kraken Express marked the occasion with a special accolades / thank-you trailer celebrating the milestone.
By the Numbers
- 1.5 million+ copies sold in 16 days
- 150,000+ peak concurrent players
- Steam Wishlist count exceeded 1.5 million before launch
- Demo was downloaded over 850,000 times
What the Developers Said
In their announcement, Kraken Express expressed gratitude to the community: "That's a token of our appreciation to each and every one of you who believed in Windrose and set sail with us." They also hinted at exciting plans for the future of Windrose during its Early Access journey.
What This Means for the Game
Strong early sales give Kraken Express the resources to deliver on their roadmap, which includes:
- The Ashlands biome — a major content expansion expected in 6+ months
- Expansion from 4-player co-op to 8-player co-op
- Approximately 50% more content planned for the full release
- Continued bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements
Guide Impact
No direct gameplay changes, but the milestone confirms the game's longevity and validates investing time in comprehensive guides. Expect the player base to continue growing as positive word-of-mouth spreads.