Sailwind

Simulation· Open World· Survival· Sailing

Early access since Oct 2021

Sailing simulator featuring realistic sailing physics and a vast open world to explore. Embark on cargo delivery missions, customize your boat, try fishing and cooking. A relaxing day sail, or an epic ocean voyage? Your sailing adventure starts here!

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Steam Updated 12 Oct 2026 $19.99

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Evaluation

Sailwind has been in Early Access since October 18, 2021 and remains so. The developer — a solo developer operating as Raw Lion Workshop — has maintained a highly active update schedule throughout Early Access, with 15 major content updates shipped across the game's lifetime, plus numerous feature patches and bug fixes. On December 30, 2025, the developer posted a direct status update confirming that development is ongoing and that the game is approaching its 1.0 full release. The developer stated their focus for the coming months would be polish, bug fixing, optimizations, and quality-of-life improvements — including long-requested features like furniture locking and an improved cargo placing system. Since that statement, the developer has continued shipping updates. Update 0.37 arrived on June 5, 2026 (adding oars and inventory hotkeys), Update 0.38 on June 23, 2026 (improved anchor mechanics and performance optimizations), and most recently Update 0.39 on September 25, 2026 — which added a new large ship, purchasable houses on several islands, and new sails. This ongoing cadence confirms the game is actively developed and moving toward its planned 1.0 release milestone.

Evidence

Update 0.39 shipped, adding a new large ship, purchasable houses on several islands, and new sails — confirming active ongoing development.

news post · Sep 25, 2026 source content shipped

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Developer confirmed development is ongoing, the game is approaching 1.0 full release, and upcoming updates will focus on polish, bug fixes, optimizations, and quality-of-life improvements.

news post · Dec 30, 2025 source content planned

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Details

Developer

Raw Lion Workshop

Publisher

Raw Lion Workshop

Achievements

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Platform

Windows

Controller

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Steam Deck

Playable

Players

Single-player

Sailing Simulation Open World Survival Immersive Sim Relaxing Transportation Fishing Adventure Exploration Atmospheric Life Sim Trading Choose Your Own Adventure Cooking

About this game

Set sail towards adventure in the world of Sailwind! This sailing simulator with survival elements features realistic sailing physics and a vast open world to explore. Embark on cargo delivery missions, customize your boat with furniture and decorations, or enjoy some fishing.

Take it easy and go for a calm, relaxing trip around the local islands, or, when you're ready for some adventure, buy a big boat and go on a dangerous voyage across the ocean to distant lands. Use navigation instruments, the sun and the stars to stay on course, battle storms and high winds, and don't forget to stock enough food and water for the long journey!

SAILING

Full realistic sailing physics – in order to sail successfully, you’ll have to tack, reef the sails in heavy weather, keep track of the direction of the wind to find the perfect angle. Watch out for the ever changing weather and waves!

Six boats of different sizes and sail plans to choose from, each with its own unique sailing characteristics and performance.

ADVENTURE & SURVIVAL

There are many reasons to set sail – cargo delivery, fishing, exploration, or simply for pleasure.
Looking for some relaxation? Enjoy the sunny beaches and crystal clear waters around the tropical archipelagos.
Ready for an adventure? Buy a big boat, stock up on supplies, plot your route and set sail for an epic ocean voyage, where you will battle high waves, heavy winds, and where running out of food or water is a real danger.

OPEN WORLD

The world consists of many islands across three distinct regions, each with unique climate, architecture and economy. Drop anchor or dock your boat, step off and explore each island freely. Make sure to stock up on food and water – both in game and in real life, as a journey across the ocean can take many hours of real time with no land in sight!

NAVIGATION

Use navigation instruments such as the compass and quadrant to determine your heading and position. Observe the sun and stars, chart your position on the map, and hope you don’t get too far off course on the long journey across the vast ocean.

BOAT CUSTOMIZATION

Your boat is your home on the sea. Make it feel cozy by customizing with furniture, decorations and paint. Cook your own food, clean and polish the deck, and at the end of the day, sit in a chair and have some rum or smoke a pipe while watching the sunset.