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Mindscape And Aesir interactive unveiled Windstorm: The Legend of Khiimori, an open-world adventure game coming in September.
The game will debut via early access on Steam and the developers promise a breathtaking journey through ancient Mongolia.
In Windstorm: The Legend of Khiimori, players take on the role of a young messenger rider in 13th-century Mongolia, tasked with unraveling the mystery of Khiimori, the mythical “wind horse.” {layers will cross beautiful landscapes on horseback and forge an unbreakable bond with their majestic companions. Equipped with realistic horse behavior and animation, the game is developed on Unreal Engine 5.
Wolfgang Emmer, game director at Munich-based developer Aesir Interactive, said in a statement: “Our team has worked hard to refine and innovate the gameplay to deliver the most realistic horse gameplay experience, approved by experts. We want players to experience the legendary bond between horse and rider.”
Windstorm: The Legend of Khiimori introduces players to a vast and dynamic open world, where survival and safety depend on the bond between rider and horse. As players breed, tame, and train their horses, they must navigate various biomes of beautiful yet rugged terrain, strategically plan their routes, and master the challenges of the wilderness.
The game builds on the open world aspect of the Windstorm series and introduces innovative mechanics that allow players to cultivate their nomadic camp, manage resources, and train their horses to aid them on their journey. Quests test players' driving skills and strategic planning, offering an immersive experience that celebrates the centuries-old tradition of Mongolian couriers.
Windstorm: The Legend of Khiimori's early access invites players to participate in the development process and provide valuable feedback. A roadmap of planned updates will be released in the coming months, ensuring the game evolves based on community input.
Mindscape, founded in 1991 in Amstelveen, has been a publisher in the video game industry for more than three decades. With a diverse portfolio of titles ranging from beloved franchises to innovative new releases, Mindscape continues to captivate gamers of all ages around the world.