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Passing By: A Tailwind Journey

by Studio Windsocke·published by Dear Villagers

12 March 2024E20
PCWindowsNintendoSwitch

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7.0/ 10

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About

Set in a beautiful and whimsical world of floating isles and a never-ceasing west wind, Passing By - A Tailwind Journey allows you to embark on a memorable voyage as Curly, a young balloonist, who is tasked with delivering a mysterious letter.



In this innovative genre hybrid of 2D puzzle platformer, survival game and adventure, you can explore the world at your own leisure, traveling from island to island by balloon ship and solving various puzzles while having to manage your resources in order to survive. An exciting adventure full of wholesome encounters and meaningful experiences awaits you!

Are you prepared to make the long trip through the clouds towards an unknown destination?

"The journey is its own reward. May your burner always warm you and the west wind ever favor you!"

KEY FEATURES
  • Explore carefully crafted levels across a large variety of colorful biomes.
  • Meet quirky island inhabitants and make memorable friendships with fellow travelers.
  • Solve each island's unique puzzles and find ancient secrets.
  • Customize your balloon ship to your liking using a wide range of designs and attachments.
  • Discover whimsical details presented in a beautiful 2D low-poly art style.
  • Experience a fully dynamic, atmospheric score.

Ways to play

Modes

Single player

Perspective

Side view

Engine

Unity

Languages

6 languages, with audio, subtitles and interface
Languageaudiosubtitlesinterface
Chinese (Simplified)—
Chinese (Traditional)—
English—
French—
German—
Spanish (Spain)—

Also known as

Passing By - A Tailwind Journey.exe — Windows Executable

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Facts

Released

12 March 2024

Platforms

PCWindowsNintendoSwitch

Age ratings

PEGI12ESRBE

Standing

Top 76% by 24hr peak players

Tags

Side view2D scrollingPlatformDirect controlFantasy