Since its early access release on Steam, the game has managed to attract a strong user base.
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The Kraken Express studio confirmed that the popular game Windrose will not receive a major expansion for at least six months, in a decision that prioritizes the stability of the title over the incorporation of new content.
Technical issues after launch
Since its early access release on Steam, the game has managed to attract a solid user base
.
However, significant failures quickly emerged:
Connectivity problems
High CPU and disk consumption
Performance errors
Faced with this scenario, the studio decided to stop the expansion and focus on solving
the basic aspects.
New support system and patches on the way
Kraken Express launched a new support platform to centralize reports and improve communication with the community
.
In addition, a minor update is already in the testing phase that will include:
Bug fixes
Performance improvements
General system optimization
The objective is to consolidate a solid foundation before moving forward
.
Ashlands, the expansion you should wait for
The next major content will be the Ashlands biome, an expansion that is still in
the conceptual stage.
According to the study, this is an ambitious development that will require several months of work, which explains the decision to avoid small intermediate updates.
A strategy that divides the community
The reaction from players has been mixed.
On the one hand, there are those who value the focus on quality.
On the other hand, there are concerns about the lack of short-term content.
Previous experience in similar games shows that long periods of no news can affect the user base.
Risks and opportunities for Windrose
The decision involves a clear risk: maintaining interest without further expansion
for months.
But it can also become an opportunity if:
Critical bugs are corrected The
overall experience is improved The
future expansion comes with a high level of quality
What to expect in the coming months
Kraken Express announced that in a month or two it will share more details about Ashlands
.
In the meantime, the focus will continue to be on stabilizing the game.
The success of this strategy will depend on whether it manages to balance two key factors: technical quality and player retention.
