The Art of Windblown

Over 100 pages of explosive, action-packed artwork and designs from the highly anticipated game Windblown!

In Windblown, players take the roll of Leapers—dashing into a colorful and multi-tiered world full of robotic enemies to unlock the deadliest weapons and face the most formidable foes. Motion Twin, the team that made the hit roguelike platformer Dead Cells, presents a fresh take on the genre with thrilling new levels of speed and action.

Discover the Vortex’s secrets with this beautiful, full-color hardcover artbook. Unlock the memories of fallen warriors through energetic and detailed character concepts, biome layouts, original Ark designs, weapon schematics, trinket breakdowns, arena maps, and more! Research the enemies through storyboards, boss combat art, and sketches of the Sentinel menace!

Leap into The Art of Windblown in the ongoing tradition of indie roguelikes. Whether this is the Leaper’s first or hundredth death, this action-packed tome is the perfect addition to any Windblown warrior’s bookshelf.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs