
Nordhold
Release Date: March 25, 2025
Strategy, fantasy, turn-based, tower defense, roguelike, indie games, city builder, singleplayer
A combination of a turn-based city builder and a tower defense game. Nordhold is set in a fantasy world inspired by medieval Scandinavia. The gameplay is divided into two phases: we can expand our village in the economy phase and we have to fight on a hexagonal map in the defensive phase.
Nordhold is a combination of a turn-based city builder strategy and a tower defense game, set in a fantasy world inspired by Nordic countries of the medieval era. The production was handled by StunForge, an independent two-person studio from Germany.
Gameplay
Nordhold throws us into a procedurally generated world, where our task is to build a Nordic settlement and ensure its defense. The gameplay is divided into two phases. The economic aspect involves the development of the village, which includes constructing buildings (20 different to choose from), managing resources, and trading. The market is not open every round and is subject to price changes due to inflation. We conduct research through the university.
A somewhat separate hexagonal map leads to our village. On it, in the defense phase, we have to repel the attacks of opponents using diversified towers and a chosen general. We also take advantage of bonuses offered by selectable banners, unique hero traits, and acquired upgrades, the number of which in Nordhold exceeds one hundred. The waves of aggressors are gradually gaining strength, but successful protection is rewarded.
The game includes roguelike elements, focusing on replayability. This means that numerous failures and retries are expected. We can compete with other players in the ranking system.
Engine and graphics
Nordhold runs on the Unity engine and features colorful low poly graphics.
Videos and Screens
[1:17] Nordhold - Release Window Trailer
Nordhold Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows
Developer: StunForge
Publisher: HypeTrain Digital
Age restrictions: 12+
Nordhold System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: CPU 3.5 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GT 1030, 4 GB HDD, Windows 10/11 64-bit
Recommended: CPU 4 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB Radeon RX 580, 4 GB HDD, Windows 10/11 64-bit