Prepare for the Viking-age with a Duo of Video Developer Diaries for NORSE: Oath of Blood, Ahead of its PC Launch on Feb. 17
Tripwire Presents, the publishing division of Tripwire Interactive, and developer Arctic Hazard today shared two final video developer diaries taking a look behind the shield-wall for their upcoming Viking-era turn-based tactical game set in Dark Age Norway, NORSE: Oath of Blood, ahead of the release on Windows PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Good Old Games on Feb. 17. Following the release of the first Developer Diary late last year, the second Developer Diary focuses on "Worldbuilding", introducing players to the gripping characters and untamed wilds of Dark Age Norway, and the actors and developers behind them. The new video also showcases the technology and performances used to create enthralling cinematic sequences and realistic, lived-in landscapes to fully immerse players in Gunnar's tale.
The third and final Developer Diary, focused on "Battle and Combat", delves into how the development team embraced the Viking culture of war, in designing the turn-based combat and encounters. Throughout Gunnar's story players will encounter dangerous foes ranging from the beasts of the wild and bandits to trained and experienced warriors capable of advanced tactics like forming shield walls, requiring players to adapt and evolve their strategies for each battle. Maintaining and improving Gunnar's settlement will play a key role in victory, ensuring that even freshly recruited warriors can be equipped with powerful gear allowing them to jump straight into battle.
Step into the rugged, untamed beauty of Dark Age Norway in NORSE: Oath of Blood, a turn-based tactics game that plunges players into the heart of the Viking Age. Embark on an epic quest for vengeance as Gunnar, a young warrior whose destiny is forged in blood and betrayal. After the treacherous Steinarr Far-Spear murders his father, Jarl Gripr, and usurps his high seat, Gunnar's path is clear: rebuild, ally, and rise to reclaim honor and justice.
Craft a settlement from the ground up, gather allies from far and wide, and train a formidable warband to stand by your side. Every decision shapes the world around you, as you navigate a landscape teeming with both danger and opportunity. Face off against rival clans, forge unbreakable bonds, and outmaneuver your enemies in tactical, turn-based battles that test your strategic prowess.
NORSE: Oath of Blood is available for digital pre-purchase on Windows PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Good Old Games ahead of release on Feb. 17. The standard edition is available for $34.99 and a Special Edition, including the in-game Kievan War armor set and unique Ulfberht sword, is available for $44.99. All PC pre-purchases will be discounted by 15% until launch, and will also include Brokkr's Bearded Axe, a powerful weapon capable of smiting enemies and turning the tide of battle.
Hear the latest single LEGACY, from dark neo-folk band Galdorcræft, featured in NORSE: Oath of Blood on Spotify and watch the music video featuring in-game footage on the Grimfrost YouTube channel.
Read or listen to Sword Brothers, the official short prequel story to NORSE: Oath of Blood written by Giles Kristian.
Find out more about NORSE: Oath of Blood on the game's official website, and follow the game on X, Bluesky, Instagram, TikTok, and Discord. This game has not been rated for PC, and expects a rating of 17+ on consoles by the ESRB and 18+ PEGI.
To learn more about Arctic Hazard visit their official website, and follow them on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
For more information about Tripwire Interactive visit their official website and follow them on X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
