Back when Winona was first added, people were theorising that she was going to play a big part in Forge, but now that Forge is out, we know that she doesn't...like at all.
So...What's the point of her again? What was the point of adding this character that offers nothing new to the game? She has no interesting perks or downsides. As a DST exclusive character, you would think she was synergistic with other characters, but she isn't. Lore wise, she's a little bit interesting I guess, but really, apart from being Charlie's sister, that's all she's got going for her.
Some people argued that she is a character designed for new players, but Wilson is better in that regard. His beard is a lifesaver for players that are unprepared for Winter and he has no downsides. He is the vanilla 'boy' character. Winona's crafting speed doesn't really help newbies. The one hit from Charlie and the duck tape I guess are somewhat useful, but again, beard for Winter is so much better.
Is she going to get an update? I doubt it. So what was the point?! Seriously, I just want to know.