Black Tower Basement
Black Tower Basement business and news from across the web.
Defender of the Crown Returns This August!Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns, a remake of the classic medieval strategy adventure, is set to launch on August 13th for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed by Black Tower Basement and published by Nordcurrent Labs, the game will feature three modes: Retro Mode with the original Amiga version, Classic Mode as a modernized remake, and Kingdom Mode, a new roguelite deck-building experience.
Nordcurrent Labs Unveils Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns at Future Games ShowNordcurrent revealed Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns, a ground-up remake of the 1986 strategy classic, during the Future Games Show. The game will feature Retro, Classic, and a new roguelike Kingdom Mode, and is set to release on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S with modernized visuals and mechanics.
Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns - A Cinemaware classic is getting a modernized remaster via Black Tower Basement / Nordcurrent LabsCinemaware's 1986 classic 'Defender of the Crown' is receiving a modernized remaster for PC and PlayStation 5, developed by Black Tower Basement and published by Nordcurrent Labs. The remaster will feature a 'Retro Mode' preserving the original Amiga experience, a 'Classic Mode' reimagined for today with refined mechanics and visuals, and an entirely new 'Kingdom Mode' with procedurally generated maps and unlockable abilities.
Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns brings the absolute classic to a modern audienceDefender of the Crown: The Legend Returns is set to launch in 2026, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the original classic. Developed by Black Tower Basement and Nordcurrent Labs, the revival will feature three distinct modes: Retro Mode (original Amiga with enhancements), Classic Mode (reimagined visuals and mechanics), and Kingdom Mode (a new procedurally generated experience). The game will also be Steam Deck compatible.- Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns announced for Nintendo SwitchDefender of the Crown: The Legend Returns is in development for Nintendo Switch, announced by Nordcurrent Labs and Black Tower Basement. The game celebrates the 40th anniversary of the original strategy title, aiming to preserve its core experience while modernizing it for current players. Launch timing for the Switch version will be revealed at a later date.
- Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PCNordcurrent Labs and Black Tower Basement have announced Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Further details about the game's content and release are expected soon.