Assemble Entertainment and solo developer Moral Anxiety Studio have announced an official counterpart to the critically acclaimed text-based RPG Roadwarden, titled Windy Meadow – A Roadwarden Tale. Set to release on Windows PC, Mac, and Linux later this year, Windy Meadow expands the Roadwarden story world by following three complex characters through their intertwining life paths in the fantasy village of Windy Meadow.
Windy Meadow – A Roadwarden Tale is a decision-based narrative adventure where every choice matters on the quest to forge a noble path. As a remastered re-release, the game offers players another beautifully written, captivating entry into the bold and distinct world of Roadwarden.
A first-ever trailer is available on Itch.io today, with an official Steam demo coming later in April.
Set in the Roadwarden story world, Windy Meadow – A Roadwarden Tale immerses players in the daily lives of a small community with a multitude of carefully crafted characters and a richly detailed village. The game features animated character sprites in heartwarming and sometimes dramatic scenes, accompanied by an atmospheric musical score, making for a complete visual novel experience crafted with care by the developer.
Players will be introduced to protagonists Vena, Fabel, and Ludicia, three citizens of the tranquil village Windy Meadow, as they navigate significant life choices concerning their futures.
Talented huntress Vena must decide whether to leave her family behind in pursuit of wealth with a merchant guild, while Fabel grapples with embracing his talents and overcoming his difficult past as he chases his dream of becoming a famous bard. Meanwhile, outsider and herbalist Ludicia faces a choice between marrying a man she doesn’t truly love or risking a lonely future.
In this immersive story where choices can impact dialogue, events, NPCs’ perceptions of the protagonists, and the tale’s conclusion, players must carefully consider each path they take.
Key features of Windy Meadow – A Roadwarden Tale include:
- A Story Unfolds: Windy Meadow replaces most narration with animated character sprites, with over 99% of in-game text representing dialogues.
- Three Protagonists: Follow the unique stories of Vena, Fabel, and Ludicia as they navigate their fears, challenges, and relationships with a diverse cast of side characters.
- Choices Matter: Decisions, both big and small, can influence dialogue options, NPCs’ feelings, and the game’s ending.
- (Mostly) Harmonious Living: Experience the serene story world of Windy Meadow, filled with picturesque landscapes, gentle rivers, fertile lands, and welcoming forests.
Windy Meadow – A Roadwarden Tale is set to release on Windows PC, Mac, and Linux in Fall 2023, offering players an engaging and immersive decision-based narrative adventure in the beloved Roadwarden story world.
Platforms: Microsoft Windows
