Ostwind

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Ostwind is a single player casual racing game. It was developed by Aesir Interactive and was released on July 27, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Ostwind" is a single-player Simulation game with stunning visuals, offering about 4 hours of playtime. Based on the Windstorm movies and books, the game follows the story of Mika, a horse whisperer, as she tries to befriend the black stallion Windstorm. Experience exciting riding tasks, explore the Kaltenbach estate, care for Windstorm, and discover secrets together to form an unforgettable bond.

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews

story14 positive mentions

gameplay4 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a large open-world map that invites exploration.
There are enjoyable quests and tasks, such as taking care of the horse and discovering points of interest.
It can be a relaxing experience for horse lovers, especially those who appreciate the connection to the Ostwind movie franchise.

The gameplay is repetitive, with limited mission variety and a short overall playtime.
Horse animations and controls are poor, leading to an unnatural riding experience and frustrating gameplay mechanics.
The game suffers from glitches and performance issues, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.

story
96 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
72%
13%
The game's story is criticized for being shallow and repetitive, with only a handful of missions that quickly become monotonous. While it offers a peaceful exploration experience and some engaging quests, many players feel that the narrative lacks depth and excitement, often reducing to simple chores rather than a compelling plot. Overall, it seems more suited for casual play rather than those seeking a rich storytelling experience.
- “It is a peaceful exploration game with a story and a few quest types like fetching some plants, riding across the land in a speed race or obstacle course, and sometimes you have to discover points of interest which you need to photograph.”
- “I really love the ones that focus more on exploration and story, rather than micromanaging a farm and racing.”
- “This game has a storyline and great quests to do.”
- “The missions get repetitive very quickly; the story mostly boils down to 'welcome back Mika, let's do some chores.'”
- “I won't go into details, but you really don't have much of a plot in this game.”
- “What you should know is that the game is very short and it doesn't have much of a story.”
graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
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9%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful environment and overall visuals, while some criticize the quality of character models, particularly the horse and rider. Although the graphics are not considered next-gen, they effectively capture the imagination of horse enthusiasts, and even at lower settings, the game maintains a visually appealing aesthetic. Overall, the graphics are deemed decent for a low-budget title, with some standout elements that enhance the gaming experience.
- “The graphics were beautiful.”
- “Gorgeous graphics and huge map to explore.”
- “Even on low graphic settings, the game is still beautiful.”
- “Poor graphics.”
- “Graphics are decent for a low-budget title.”
- “Graphics of the horse and rider.”
gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
75%
14%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing the blandness and short length, particularly noting that it primarily revolves around riding and racing. While some appreciate the fun mechanics and a relaxed approach, others find the horse animation lacking and the overall experience disappointing. Familiarity with the controls can enhance enjoyment, but the limited variety in gameplay has left many players unsatisfied.
- “The game is short, but if you love riding around, you might get 10 or 15 hours of gameplay.”
- “+ very solid gameplay”
- “Controls need a little getting used to, but once you familiarize yourself with them, gameplay is a breeze :-)”
- “The animation of the horse is terrible, and the gameplay is bland.”
- “This game looked promising, but the gameplay is just horrible.”
- “If you consider that the game is actually all about riding and racing and doesn't have any other ways of gameplay, yes, I was seriously disappointed by that.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features a cute and calming classical soundtrack, though some users noted a similarity to a "chase song" from another title, "Garten of Banban." However, there are complaints about the music being choppy, which some attribute to playing on standard laptops. Overall, the soundtrack is generally well-received for its charm.
- “The music is nice and calm.”
- “Plus, the soundtrack!”
- “The only thing I'm unhappy about is that the music is choppy, but that's probably because I'm playing on a standard laptop.”
- “It's kinda cute with classical music; however, there's a song that is very similar to the 'chase song' in Garten of Banban.”
- “It's kinda cute with classical music; however, there's a song that is very similar to the 'chase song' in Garten of Banban.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The optimization of the game is criticized for its inconsistent performance, particularly highlighting that the character Ostwind requires frequent care to maintain optimal performance; otherwise, it significantly declines.
- “Performance is weird.”
- “-ostwind needs care way too often, and if he doesn't get it, his performance wavers.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the horse breeding aspect and find enjoyment in grinding for various colors, although they note that the horse care can be tedious.
- “The horse care is tedious.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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The game's replayability is rated positively by some users, with a score of 8, suggesting that there are elements that encourage multiple playthroughs. However, issues with difficulty and other problems may deter players from wanting to engage with the game again.
- “Replayability: 8”
- “Replayability: 8”
- “Maybe the easy difficulty level would be more playable, but it doesn't stop the other problems from making me not really want to even try.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its visual appeal and expansive environments that encourage exploration and questing. However, some players feel that certain elements detract from the overall experience, creating a lingering sense of unease when viewed from specific perspectives.
- “The game features a beautiful environment that creates an immersive atmosphere, complemented by engaging quests and a free ride mode that offers a vast territory for exploration.”
- “The visuals are stunning, contributing to a captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- “The atmosphere is rich and inviting, making exploration feel rewarding and enjoyable.”
- “It ruins the atmosphere and leaves a lingering feeling that something is wrong whenever you look at it from any angle other than Mika's back.”
- “The atmosphere is completely undermined, creating a constant sense of unease that distracts from the overall experience.”
- “The game fails to establish a cohesive atmosphere, making it difficult to immerse myself in the world.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent and severe glitches that disrupt gameplay.
- “The game glitches really bad.”
- “The game glitches really bad.”