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The Nature of the Windless One
Project Windless

The Nature of the Windless One

Discover Project Windless, an upcoming game adaptation of The Bird That Drinks Tears. Learn about its development, gameplay, and the rich world of Rekon warriors and fractured lands.

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The Nature of the Windless One

Discover Project Windless, an upcoming game adaptation of The Bird That Drinks Tears. Learn about its development, gameplay, and the rich world of Rekon warriors and fractured lands.

Step into a mythic age as a mighty Rekon warrior in Project Windless, an upcoming game adaptation of The Bird That Drinks Tears. Journey across a breathtaking, war-torn world, stand against overwhelming odds, forge alliances, and wage war across massive battlefields to unite a fractured land and give birth to a new kingdom. This ambitious project aims to bring the beloved book's rich world, complex characters, strange creatures, and breathtaking locations to life with Krafton's signature gameplay.

Development:

  • Announced September 19, 2022, with the concept trailer "The Nhaga Eater."
  • Krafton Montreal studio opened in February 2023, focusing on this project.
  • A 2026 release date was revealed in Q3 2023 investor relations.
  • Re-revealed on February 12, 2026, at Sony's State of Play, shifting focus to the story of King the Hero, a Rekon warrior who founded the Arajit Kingdom 1500 years ago.

Media:

  • Visual Concept Trailer: "The Nhaga Eater"
  • Reveal Trailer: "Project Windless - Reveal Trailer - PS5 Games"
  • Dev Diary: "Project Windless - Dev Diary- Forging the Fantasy"
  • Gallery includes multiple screenshots showcasing the game's aesthetics.

Official Website: windless.krafton.com

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