Wind Peaks

Wind Peaks

July 29, 2020

AdventurePuzzle Nintendo SwitchPC

What Happens in Wind Peaks? Wind Peaks is a searching game, with distinct hand drawn cartoonish visuals, telling the story of a group of scouts that finds a map that guides them to a magical part of the forest.

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69.8

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Critic Reviews (11)

A.J. Maciejewski Video Chums Jul 2020
60.0 /100

"Hidden object games rarely feel like an adventure yet Wind Peaks crafts its campaign well with plenty of silly and memorable scenarios."

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Dae Jim Life is Xbox Jul 2020
60.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

60.0

"Wind Peaks is a decent first game from Actoon Studio and a nice addition in the hidden object genre. The charming visuals impress in the beginning but become a bit repetitive, luckily the story holds up and remains fun to …"

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Dan Rizzo DASHGAMER.com Jul 2020
75.0 /100

"An unequivocal escapade that seeks to trigger a flurry of emotions hidden within the simplest of settings. An enriching title that oozes an enchanting grace, in a sedative ambiance encompassed by lush locales and an adorning aura. A magnificent bedrock …"

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Daymon Trapold Hey Poor Player Jul 2020
80.0 /100

"Overall, Wind Peaks is a delightful, if short game, though I’m not quite sure that the current price point accurately reflects the content that’s available. That being said, if the hint at future content is accurate, I’d be willing to …"

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Jason Kenyon Rapid Reviews UK Jul 2020
60.0 /100

"Recently I’ve been fighting deranged cults, battling inter-dimensional monstrosities, and building ever more convoluted constructions to evade or defeat hordes of the undead. With all this non-stop stress and dread, it’s nice to take a break sometimes."

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Jul 2020
68.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

45.0

"Hidden item games are certainly one of the early staples of the tablet and mobile gaming revolution, but to date have only been marginally represented on the Switch..."

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Paula Moore LadiesGamers.com Jul 2020
75.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

40.0

"I like Wind Peaks its an acceptable hidden object game. It is however limited with its story and interactive elements in the game are mainly the items you are tasked with finding. I’ve played a few games in this genre …"

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Rob Pitt GamePitt Jul 2020
75.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

68.0

"If you’re looking for a casual game that you can wind down with for a few hours, Wind Peaks is for you. The gameplay is very similar to Where’s Wally, only digital with relaxing music and ambient sounds. It may …"

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Scott Ellison II Saving Content Jul 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

84.0

Story

68.0

"In addition to Steam and Switch releases, Wind Peaks is able to flourish and reach more people on PlayStation and Xbox now. Actoon Studio has a bonafide hit here. I look forward to what they come up with next. It …"

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Sean Davies FingerGuns Jul 2020
70.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

73.0

Story

15.0

"Despite a few issues, Wind Peaks delivers 2 hours of zen-like, chilled gratification like only a hidden object game can. Games like this aren’t traditionally ‘fun’ or engaging but they scratch an almost primordial itch to find the missing things. …"

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Trevor Gould Pure Nintendo Jul 2020
65.0 /100

Graphics

62.0

Gameplay

48.0

Story

47.0

"There&s;s certainly something to be said for a game that leaves me thinking about it and wanting more. Wind Peaks definitely grew on me. But, reaching the end after playing for just over three hours (and getting all achievements) is …"

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