When an indie developer releases something on Steam Early Access, one of the ways they grow the overall title is to throw in content updates. These are methodical releases that expand what the base game is, and allows players to test the next content before something else is dropped into it. For the open-world survival game Everwind, Bohemia Interactive and Enjoy Studio have released the second content update for the title via ‘Winds of Creation.’ As you’ll see below, this truly expands upon the Early Access title and gives players even more options on how to enjoy the game:

“The winds are shifting once again, as Everwind’s second major update puts focus on Sandbox mode, which provides more freedom to explore, build, experiment, and create unique personal adventures in the world of Everwind. Among other highlights are the new Claws weapon, parrots and vultures, a revamped Arcanist starting area, new trophies and achievements, and the ability to display shields.

The update also makes progression more rewarding. Every level-up now fully restores HP and Stamina, while a number of smaller changes make everyday survival smoother. Plants can no longer be accidentally harvested before they are fully grown, item placement and collisions have been improved, and players have greater protection against losing items and objects placed on their ships during world conversion.”

Oh, but the team didn’t stop there; here are some of the other features that got added via the content update:

• New Rotten Wood Chests – More treasures to discover throughout the world.
• Updated Item Icons – A refreshed visual direction across the game’s item icons.
• Updated Enemy Naming – Revised names provide greater clarity when encountering Everwind’s creatures.
• Clearer Enemy Difficulty – Difficulty is now displayed directly in the enemy window rather than being communicated through enemy titles.
• And more!

The game will continue to grow on Steam Early Access, and with your support, the game will be refined until it’s ready for a full launch.