Island of Winds is a single-player narrative adventure that takes you through 17th-century Iceland in search of your lost mentor. You’ll embark on a journey of discovery as you explore a stunning environment, ranging from seashores and icy paths to lagoons and highland trails.
At the heart of the game is the nature, folklore, and history of the island you find yourself upon. Themes of self-doubt, violence and regret are all explored through the narrative, whilst the connecting throughline is to approach the world around you with empathy.
Gameplay involves a semi-open world for you to uncover, with spellcasting and environmental puzzles bringing it all together. Make sure to explore every hidden nook and cranny on the island to discover its secrets and stories waiting to be found.
What Is Island Of Winds?
To learn more about Island of Winds, we got together with the CEO and founder of Parity Games, María Guðmundsdóttir, who shared some exclusive details.
Key Features
Exploration First
Mystery-driven exploration is what drives the gameplay forward in Island of Winds. Across all of its diverse landscapes, you’ll always have something new to uncover or a problem to solve.
Folklore Drives The Narrative
During your time with Island of Winds, you’ll meet various mythical and magical beasts inspired by Icelandic folklore. Find out what is plaguing the creatures, and restore peace to your quaint island.
Emotional Journey
Heavy themes are explored in Island of Winds’ narrative, and it’s crucial to appreciating the journey. Brynhildur, the protagonist, must utilise her magical abilities to save her clan, all whilst approaching the world around her with patience and empathy.
Island Of Winds Trailer
The Studio Behind Island Of Winds
Island of Winds is developed by Parity Games, an Icelandic studio that’s focused on creating immersive narrative experiences, specifically inspired by Nordic culture, mythology and nature. They have a clear vision for their game, and with their direct experiences, it doesn’t seem like Island of Winds could be crafted by anyone else.
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