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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : Intel Core 2 Duo or Better Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Supports OpenGL 1.x or DirectX 9 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : 1280x720 or Better Display

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel i5 processor Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Supports OpenGL 2.0 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible

Winds of Change

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Released August 21, 2019
sample: 402 reviews posted after launch (184 AI-classified)
93/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 95 % · 591 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
Critics' score : 74/100 (Metacritic) · players are more enthusiastic than critics (+19)
19,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Winds of Change pulls players into an emotional odyssey where the narrative isn’t just a backdrop but the heart of the experience. Nearly every reviewer who reaches the credits praises the story’s depth and branching choices, with 143 out of 165 mentions glowing positively.

What it's about: Lead The Rebellion, build your army, and shape the world with your choices. A story-heavy adventure game with multiple endings, romance options, and non-linear storytelling. A vast fantasy world waiting to be explored. Inspired by Dragon Age, and Mass Effect. Fully voice acted by a stellar cast!

In-game

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« Never in my history of playing countless video games has one ever made me cry...but this game hit different. I cannot express how much I fell in love with this game and its adorable characters; truly one of a kind <3 »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2021 · 42 h played1
« This is a shoutout to my good friend Peaty: Go ♥♥♥♥ yourself. »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2021 · 88 h played1
« Pro is babe, Damek is sweet, Ulric is big boi <3 and Sovy is sexy af »
👍 anonymous review · May 2020 · 12 h played111
« just like with Major/Minor the characters are SO loveable ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥. amazing game! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2022 · 7 h played1
« Such an amazing game! Truly a masterpiece that hits you deep in your soul! The best visual novel created ever, with a truly unique story, an amazing story, and lovable characters! »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2022 · 27 h played1
« Pro is voiced by Sean Chiplock and he sounds suspiciously like Beau Stephenson who is eerily similar to Yuri Lowenthal cannot reccomend »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2023 · 28 h played
« It's boring! Help, it's boring! It's been ten hours and I've made two choices! HEEEEEEELLLLLLLLLLLLLPPPPPPPPPP! Revision: You make few choices, but the choices you make do actually seem to have an impact. »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2023 · 21 h played
« Hmm, I love this game. A lot. It's really fun, story rich, and no other game has made me fall in love with a 2D husbando. Thank you so much for making this game. <3 »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2020 · 5269 h played1
« valessa is LITERALLY my wife. 🙏 »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2024 · 3 h played1

In players' words

« Never in my history of playing countless video games has one ever made me cry...but this game hit different. I cannot express how much I fell in love with this game and its adorable characters; truly one of a kind <3 »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2021 · 42 h played1
« Pro is voiced by Sean Chiplock and he sounds suspiciously like Beau Stephenson who is eerily similar to Yuri Lowenthal cannot reccomend »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2023 · 28 h played
« This is a shoutout to my good friend Peaty: Go ♥♥♥♥ yourself. »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2021 · 88 h played1
« It's boring! Help, it's boring! It's been ten hours and I've made two choices! HEEEEEEELLLLLLLLLLLLLPPPPPPPPPP! Revision: You make few choices, but the choices you make do actually seem to have an impact. »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2023 · 21 h played
« Pro is babe, Damek is sweet, Ulric is big boi <3 and Sovy is sexy af »
👍 anonymous review · May 2020 · 12 h played111
« Hmm, I love this game. A lot. It's really fun, story rich, and no other game has made me fall in love with a 2D husbando. Thank you so much for making this game. <3 »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2020 · 5269 h played1
« just like with Major/Minor the characters are SO loveable ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥. amazing game! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2022 · 7 h played1
« valessa is LITERALLY my wife. 🙏 »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2024 · 3 h played1
« Such an amazing game! Truly a masterpiece that hits you deep in your soul! The best visual novel created ever, with a truly unique story, an amazing story, and lovable characters! »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2022 · 27 h played1

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Story / writing
87 % pos · n=165
Audio / music
91 % pos · n=57
Graphics / art
88 % pos · n=41
Gameplay
67 % pos · n=33
Content / longevity
75 % pos · n=16
Value for money
78 % pos · n=9
Interface / UX
88 % pos · n=8
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=4
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=2
Performance
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing1651431210
Audio / music575232
Graphics / art413614
Gameplay332238
Content / longevity161222
Value for money9702
Interface / UX8701
Stability / bugs4013
Multiplayer2200
Performance1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 24 h on median; those who dislike it: 12 h.

<2h
62 % (n=8)
2-10h
85 % (n=40)
10-25h
96 % (n=171)
>25h
97 % (n=183)

💶 Price history

€0.00€5.67€11.34€17.01€22.69€1.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 21, 2026 · All-time low: €1.99 (Aug 21, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

13,1 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 57 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 36,8 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The story shines brightest, with 143 positive mentions out of 165 talking about choices that genuinely impact the world and its characters.
  • Players praise the audio design relentlessly: 52 out of 57 mentions highlight voice acting and music for elevating emotional beats.
  • Graphics get a warm reception too, with 36 out of 41 mentions commending the art style’s cohesive world-building.
  • Even after 25 hours, positivity climbs to 97% among long-term players, showing the game’s endurance beyond its opening chapters.

Weaknesses

  • Performance stumbles for a handful of players, with 1 negative mention out of 1 calling out occasional frame drops.
  • Bugs raise their heads in 3 out of 4 mentions, though they’re rarely called game-breaking.
  • A small slice of players under 2 hours reports lukewarm feelings, with only 62% positivity in that bracket.

Who is it for?

Fans of branching narratives and emotional RPGs will lose themselves in Winds of Change, especially those who savor stories where choices ripple through every corner of the world. Its indie roots and visual flair also attract players drawn to unique, atmospheric adventures.

Is Winds of Change worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 95% of 591 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: The story shines brightest. Current price: 19,99€.

Verdict

This isn’t just another adventure—it’s a narrative experience that lingers long after the final choice. While minor technical hiccups and bugs occasionally interrupt the flow, the game’s heart and soul remain untouched. For players chasing a deeply personal, visually rich story, Winds of Change delivers where it matters most.

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Winds of Change: 93/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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