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[Insert Date] If you’ve been gaming on PC for the last half-decade, you know the name Dead Cells . Motion Twin’s rogue-lite masterpiece set the bar for fluid combat and "one more run" addiction. So, when the studio announced they were finally moving on to a new project, the gaming world held its breath.

When the flesh gets added, this might be the best co-op roguelite on the market. Windblown

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It solves the "sunk cost" feeling of roguelites perfectly. The combat is where Motion Twin’s pedigree shines. It’s less about parrying ( Dead Cells ) and more about momentum. You have two weapons equipped at once (like a sword and a shuriken), and you can swap between them mid-combo to unleash powerful "Alterattacks." [Insert Date] If you’ve been gaming on PC

Windblown is available now on Steam Early Access. When the flesh gets added, this might be

The movement is the real star. You have a dash that recharges instantly upon hitting an enemy, encouraging you to zip between floating islands and juggle enemies in the air. It feels less like a dungeon crawler and more like a fighting game.

Also, the performance on Steam Deck is great, but on lower-end PCs, the particle effects during the "Vortex" storms can cause stuttering. Buy Windblown now if: You loved Dead Cells , you need a new co-op game to play with friends, and you don't mind seeing the "Early Access" label for a year.