Gather your warriors, a song of swords awaits… Tripwire Presents, the publishing division of Tripwire Interactive, and developer Arctic Hazard today announced the release of their Viking turn-based tactical game set in Dark Age Norway, NORSE: Oath of Blood, on Windows PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Good Old Games. The standard digital edition is available for $34.99/€34.99/£26.99 and a Special Edition, including the in-game Kievan War armor set and unique Ulfberht sword, is available for $44.99/€44.99/£34.75, with both versions discounted 15% on all storefronts, including as part of the Tripwire Interactive Publisher Sale on Steam, through Tuesday, Feb. 24. The PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S versions remain in development and will launch this Spring.
“I’m thrilled to say, ‘The Vikings are here!’ Creating NORSE: Oath of blood has been a saga in its own right, one that has brought many challenges, forged new friendships, and highlighted the spirit, dedication, and passion of everyone involved,” said Terje Lundberg, CEO and Creative Director at Arctic Hazard. "We will continue to work on and support the game as it makes its way into the world, and we truly hope people enjoy playing it as much as we have enjoyed making it.”
"Working with Arctic Hazard on NORSE: Oath of blood is an incredible opportunity for Tripwire Presents to bring a bold and immersive Viking experience to players," noted Bryan West, Publishing Director at Tripwire Presents. "The game's strategic depth, intense turn-based combat and rich world-building make it a truly unique and thrilling adventure."
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 factions, forge unbreakable bonds, and outmaneuver your enemies in tactical, turn-based battles that test your strategic prowess.
NORSE: Oath of Blood Key Features:
Tactical Turn-Based Combat: Command a warband in tactical skirmishes where positioning, terrain, and timing determine survival
Settlement Building & Resource Management: Oversee Gunnar’s Viking village as it grows from a small camp into a thriving stronghold.
Character-Driven Narrative: Make impactful choices that influence relationships, shape alliances, and unfold the story of Gunnar as he restores his father’s legacy.
Historically Grounded World: Get fully immersed in a gritty Viking saga penned by prize-winning and Sunday Times bestselling author Giles Kristian, enriched by compelling cinematic cutscenes directed by award-winning filmmaker Philip Stevens, and accompanied by a haunting original soundtrack scored by composer Dan Wakefield and dark pagan neo-folk band Galdorcræft.
Read or listen to Sword Brothers, the official short prequel story to NORSE: Oath of Blood written by Giles Kristian.
