It’s time for a closer look at the blend of tower defense, action-RPG, and strategy genres in Hordeguard: Winds of the North. Publisher Daedalic Entertainment and the two-person developer team of Black Deer Games are proud to showcase their Norse-themed adventure in a brand-new gameplay feature, including commentary directly from the development team. See your Viking hero in action and learn more about the game’s core gameplay loop, morale system, building mechanics, cooperative campaigns, and more by joining the Steam Playtest today!
In Hordeguard: Winds of the North, building your settlement and keeping it standing is the key to victory. As you gather resources and strengthen your defenses, you’ll find that time is your fiercest rival. Hordes of dastardly beasts will descend upon what you’ve created, giving you barely a moment to prepare for the next assault. Balance upgrading your village, progressing your hero, and fighting your enemies to keep the hordes at bay and Valhalla awaiting your arrival just a bit longer.
Key Features:
- Action Meets Tower Defense: Combine real-time combat, strategic base building, and RPG progression in a Viking survival experience.
- Build an Unbreakable Settlement: Gather resources, expand your village, and upgrade fortifications to withstand increasingly dangerous enemy waves.
- Shape Your Viking Hero: Earn experience and unlock upgrade cards that enhance your combat abilities, defenses, and overall strategy.
- Explore the World of Norse Mythology: Battle relentless hordes of mythical creatures across a harsh world inspired by Viking legend.
- Fight Together in Local Co-op: Team up with a friend, divide responsibilities, and work together to gather resources, build defenses, and protect your village.