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Windlands

Windows Mixed Reality, Mac, Oculus Rift, PlayStation VR, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, SteamVR, Oculus Quest • 2016

Should you play it?

A first person grappling hook exploration game.Soar through the ruins of a fallen world and discover the secrets of the ancients. Designed with full Virtual Reality support for the HTC Vive and Oculus Rift, also works great in Non VR.

What works
  • Immersive vr swinging mechanics
  • Large open levels for exploration
  • Challenging and rewarding skill-based gameplay
  • Engaging sense of height and thrill
  • Beautiful art style and soundtrack
Things to keep in mind
  • Motion sickness potential for some players
  • Limited content and story currently
  • Difficult platforming sections can be frustrating
  • Lack of multiplayer or social features
  • Controls can feel slippery or unintuitive at times

What to play next

Similar games, hidden gems, and fresh directions from this game.

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Radiolight

  • The Solus Project

  • The Room Two

  • Nuclear Blaze

  • KARMA: The Dark World

  • INFRA

  • Lightmatter

  • Creepy Tale

  • Ten Bells
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Radiolight

  • Nuclear Blaze

  • Ten Bells
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Similarity map

Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

  • Purple star: this page’s game — everything on the map is relative to it.
  • Coloured chips: click to highlight games that mainly differ on that motivation; click again to reset.
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  • Hover a dot for a screenshot preview, score, and top score gaps; click to compare in the panel on the right.
  • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers (hidden on purpose).

Windlands: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fellowship, Violence, Survival, Cooperation. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Violence, Expression, Leadership.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

  • Autonomy

    Game with the same Autonomy vibe

    4

    "Players have freedom to choose how to traverse levels using grappling and momentum, with multiple routes and creative solutions."

    Capsule for Grapple Grapple

    "Players have freedom to explore large open levels and choose their own paths using grappling hooks and platforming, with multiple movement options and control schemes."

  • Competence

    Game with the same Competence vibe

    4

    "The game has a high skill ceiling with challenging mechanics like bouncing combos and special moves, rewarding mastery and skill improvement."

    Capsule for Stardust Skate Stardust Skate

    "The game has a high skill ceiling with challenging platforming and swinging mechanics requiring mastery and precision."

  • Competition

    Game with the same Competition vibe

    -3

    "Focus is on personal progression and exploration rather than competing against others; no mention of leaderboards or ranked modes."

    Capsule for Below the Stone Below the Stone

    "Focus is on personal exploration and skill development rather than competing against others; no mention of leaderboards or ranked modes."

  • Continuation

    Game with the same Continuation vibe

    3

    "Players report habitual play and long sessions despite difficulty; some mention frustration but many return repeatedly."

    Capsule for Quake Live Quake Live

    "Players report long play sessions, repeated attempts at difficult jumps, and habitual return to the game despite frustration."

  • Cooperation

    Game with the same Cooperation vibe

    -5

    "Game is single-player focused with no cooperative or multiplayer elements mentioned."

    Capsule for Weird RPG Weird RPG

    "Game is single-player focused with no cooperative or multiplayer elements mentioned."

  • Creativity

    Game with the same Creativity vibe

    2

    "Players can explore different logical strategies and approaches, but no direct creation or modification of game content."

    Capsule for Logic Bombs Logic Bombs

    "Players can experiment with movement and routes, but no creation or modification of game content is described."

  • Domination

    Game with the same Domination vibe

    -5

    "No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; interactions are personal and equal."

    Capsule for The Lab The Lab

    "No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; interactions are individual and personal."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

    5

    "Strong immersion in a bleak, atmospheric world providing escape from reality; players appreciate the immersive experience."

    Capsule for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl

    "Strong immersion and sense of presence in a fantastical world, providing a thrilling escape from reality."

  • Expectation

    Game with the same Expectation vibe

    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment, with no obligation or external pressure."

    Capsule for Terraria Terraria

    "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment, with no obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

    3

    "Players experiment with swinging mechanics, bow combat, and movement strategies."

    Capsule for Windlands 2 Windlands 2

    "Players try different movement techniques and control schemes to master swinging and platforming."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

    5

    "Large, open levels with many hidden collectibles encourage curiosity-driven exploration."

    Capsule for TY the Tasmanian Tiger TY the Tasmanian Tiger

    "Large open levels with hidden collectibles encourage curiosity-driven discovery and navigation."

  • Expression

    Game with the same Expression vibe

    -4

    "No character customization or self-expression; presentation is standardized."

    Capsule for Trap Shrine Trap Shrine

    "No mention of character customization or self-expression; presentation is standardized."

  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

    5

    "Strongly oriented around imaginative roleplaying in fantasy and other fictional worlds."

    Capsule for Fantasy Grounds VTT Fantasy Grounds VTT

    "Players experience imaginative fiction as a spider-man-like character swinging through surreal landscapes."

  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

    -5

    "No social or community features; gameplay is solitary."

    Capsule for Sekiro™: Shadows Die Twice - GOTY Edition Sekiro™: Shadows Die Twice - GOTY Edition

    "No social or community features; gameplay is solitary."

  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

    4

    "Players develop skills in swinging, momentum control, and speedrunning, showing clear learning and improvement."

    Capsule for Crumble Crumble

    "Players develop skills in swinging, momentum control, and platforming, showing clear learning and improvement."

  • Health

    Game with the same Health vibe

    -3

    "Sedentary VR play with some physical balance challenge; no physical exercise or rehab focus."

    Capsule for Richie's Plank Experience Richie's Plank Experience

    "Sedentary VR gameplay with some physical balance challenges but no explicit physical activity or rehab."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

    -4

    "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement due to challenging movement and platforming."

    Capsule for BAIONLENJA BAIONLENJA

    "Requires continuous attention and focus due to challenging platforming and movement mechanics."

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

    -5

    "No social or emotional relationship building described."

    Capsule for Penny’s Big Breakaway Penny’s Big Breakaway

    "No social or emotional relationship building described."

  • Leadership

    Game with the same Leadership vibe

    -5

    "No leadership or group management roles present."

    Capsule for Half-Life: Alyx Half-Life: Alyx

    "No leadership or group management roles present."

  • Progression

    Game with the same Progression vibe

    3

    "Players collect items and unlock new areas and achievements, showing a sense of advancement and accumulation."

    Capsule for Varenje Varenje

    "Players collect items and unlock new areas, showing accumulation and advancement."

  • Relaxation

    Game with the same Relaxation vibe

    2

    "Some players find the game relaxing and enjoyable, though others report frustration and tension from difficulty."

    Capsule for Dark Roll: Free Kick Challenge Dark Roll: Free Kick Challenge

    "Some players find the game relaxing and calming, but others experience tension and frustration from difficulty."

  • Sensation

    Game with the same Sensation vibe

    4

    "Strong sensory stimulation through immersive VR visuals, sounds, and intense action."

    Capsule for HordeZ HordeZ

    "Strong sensory stimulation from immersive VR visuals, sound, and thrilling swinging mechanics."

  • Status

    Game with the same Status vibe

    -5

    "No social recognition or status systems mentioned."

    Capsule for GRIME GRIME

    "No social recognition or status systems mentioned."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

    1

    "Minimal narrative with some lore; story is secondary to gameplay and atmosphere."

    Capsule for Dungeon Peplum Dungeon Peplum

    "Minimal narrative with some lore pieces; story is secondary to gameplay and exploration."

  • Strategy

    Game with the same Strategy vibe

    2

    "Requires timing and planning jumps, but no complex strategic depth."

    Capsule for Super Hipster Lumberjack Super Hipster Lumberjack

    "Players plan routes and timing for jumps and swings, but no complex strategic elements."

  • Thrill

    Game with the same Thrill vibe

    5

    "High thrill from risk-taking, speed, and narrowly avoiding obstacles during freefall."

    Capsule for AaAaAA!!! - A Reckless Disregard for Gravity AaAaAA!!! - A Reckless Disregard for Gravity

    "High thrill from heights, momentum-based swinging, and risk of falling."

  • Value

    Game with the same Value vibe

    3

    "Players feel the game offers good value for time spent, with satisfying gameplay and replayability."

    Capsule for Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus

    "Players feel the game offers good value for time spent, especially with VR immersion and replayability."

  • Violence

    Game with the same Violence vibe

    -5

    "No combat or destructive elements; gameplay is constructive and exploratory."

    Capsule for Exo One: Prologue Exo One: Prologue

    "No combat or destructive elements; gameplay is constructive and exploratory."

  • Survival

    Game with the same Survival vibe

    2

    "Players avoid falling and failure; some risk management but no complex survival mechanics."

    Capsule for TO THE TOP TO THE TOP

    "Players avoid falling and failure through skillful movement, but no survival mechanics or resource management."

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