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Steam News24 July 20261mo ago

The free "Rising Storm" DLC for Windstop Strategy is now available!

Greetings, Heroes! It’s here! The "Rising Storm" DLC (Sandbox Mode) for Windstop Strategy is OUT NOW on Steam and free for everyone! This isn't just an update; it's a whole new way to play.

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changedGreetings, Heroes!It’s here! The "Rising Storm" DLC (Sandbox Mode) for Windstop Strategy is OUT NOW on Steam and free for everyone!
addedGreetings, Heroes!This isn't just an update; it's a whole new way to play. Jump straight into the action with every faction unlocked. Pick your favorite faction, grow your turf, crush your rivals, and claim your throne as the sole ruler of the Jianghu!
addedAbout Rising Storm DLCThe 'Rising Storm' DLC introduces a new gameplay mode for Windstop Strategy . In this mode, you will experience:
addedAbout Rising Storm DLCNew Difficulty System: ​ Supports custom parameters, allowing you to freely adjust various numerical settings.
changedAbout Rising Storm DLCRandom Events: ​ Various random events will trigger periodically as you progress.
addedAbout Rising Storm DLCNew Martial Arts: ​ Discover brand-new skills and techniques.

息风谷战略 changes

changedIt’s here! The "Rising Storm" DLC (Sandbox Mode) for Windstop Strategy is OUT NOW on Steam and free for everyone!
addedThis isn't just an update; it's a whole new way to play. Jump straight into the action with every faction unlocked. Pick your favorite faction, grow your turf, crush your rivals, and claim your throne as the sole ruler of the Jianghu!
addedThe 'Rising Storm' DLC introduces a new gameplay mode for Windstop Strategy . In this mode, you will experience:
addedNew Difficulty System: ​ Supports custom parameters, allowing you to freely adjust various numerical settings.
changedRandom Events: ​ Various random events will trigger periodically as you progress.

Greetings, Heroes!

It’s here! The "Rising Storm" DLC (Sandbox Mode) for Windstop Strategy is OUT NOW on Steam and free for everyone!

This isn't just an update; it's a whole new way to play. Jump straight into the action with every faction unlocked. Pick your favorite faction, grow your turf, crush your rivals, and claim your throne as the sole ruler of the Jianghu!

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About Rising Storm DLC

The tale of Situ Laiye has drawn to a close, yet the JiangHu remains in turmoil.

As storm rise once more, can you find a way to break the deadlock in the power struggle of Windstop Valley?

The 'Rising Storm' DLC introduces a new gameplay mode for Windstop Strategy. In this mode, you will experience:

  • 12 Selectable Factions.

  • New Difficulty System: ​ Supports custom parameters, allowing you to freely adjust various numerical settings.

  • Landmark Construction: ​ Build landmarks across territories to unlock special functions and buffs.

  • Random Events: ​ Various random events will trigger periodically as you progress.

  • Enhanced AI Behavior: ​ Experience significantly more complex AI logic compared to the base game.

  • New Martial Arts​ Discover brand-new skills and techniques.

*This DLC can be accessed from the Scenario Selection ​ screen under New Game ​ in the main menu after downloading.

New Discount!

To celebrate Steam’s Eastern Martial Artists Week 2026, Windstop Strategy will be available at a discount with 20% OFF ​ from July 24 to July 31 (PDT)! If you’ve already wishlisted the game, now is the perfect time to jump in. Don’t miss this chance to buy the base game in lower price and dive straight into the brand-new "Rising Storm" DLC!

New Bundle!

We are thrilled to announce a special crossover bundle with another outstanding domestic Wuxia title, The Biography of Long Yin's Resolve! Players who purchase the bundle will receive an additional 10% OFF ​ on top of the existing discount. Don't miss this ultimate deal to expand your Wuxia collection!

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Thank you, heroes!

We’ll keep polishing the "Rising Storm" DLC with bug fixes and tweaks based on what you tell us. Thanks for pushing us to make Windstop Strategy better, your support means everything!

The Dev Team

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Steam News / 24 July 2026

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