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Wemade Marks Legend of YMIR’s First Anniversary with New Assassin Class, Boot Camp 2 and a Wave of Rewards
Wemade is celebrating the first anniversary of its MMORPG, Legend of YMIR, with a significant update that includes a new Assassin class, the Boot Camp Season 2 fast-track server offering a +600% EXP boost, and a variety of rewards for players. The anniversary events and perks will be rolled out through December, aiming to thank existing players and attract new and returning ones.
Wemade Unveils New Assassin Class for Legend of YMIR’s First Anniversary
Wemade is celebrating the first anniversary of its MMORPG, Legend of Ymir, with a major update launching October 20. The update introduces a new Assassin class, a fast-track 'Boot Camp 2' server designed to help new and returning players level up quickly with significant EXP boosts, and special anniversary rewards for all players. Pre-registration for the update begins October 6.
VORON: Raven’s Story Review | TheXboxHub
VORON: Raven's Story is a narrative-heavy flight simulator for Xbox Series X that is difficult to learn but rewarding once mastered. While its opening moments are described as "willfully painful" and the controls unintuitive, players who persist will find a game with moments of genuine beauty and a story rooted in Norse mythology and family themes. The game's short three-hour lifespan includes both puzzle sections and open-world exploration, though the lack of fast travel can make traversing empty spaces tedious.
Valheim – Xbox series X review
This review of Valheim on Xbox Series X praises its engaging survival mechanics, deep crafting system, and challenging combat, all set against a beautiful Norse mythology backdrop. While not a visual marvel, the game offers a vast world and steady progression that keeps players invested, with boss battles and exploration providing ample challenge.
Roguelike Dungeon Crawler Allfather Reveals Its First Look
Veteran roguelike developer Tommy McKay has announced his new title, Allfather, a first-person roguelike featuring Norse mythology, permadeath, and PSX-era horror visuals. Players take on the role of a fallen shieldmaiden fighting her way from Helheim to Valhalla, with procedurally generated dungeons, divine blessings, and persistent progression elements.
Gods With Guns Takes Aim At Ragnarok
Gods With Guns, a fast-paced 2D shooter inspired by Norse mythology, is launching on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. Developed and published by Mifa Games, the title features legendary figures like Odin and Thor battling against Ragnarok with gunplay and a card-based upgrade system. Standard and Deluxe editions are available, with the latter including three DLC packs.
Chosen by Odin – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Chosen by Odin, a co-op action RPG set in Norse mythology, is now open for beta sign-ups. Players will wield divine powers to fight cults of Ragnarok across randomized realms, teaming up with friends to explore, face bosses, and upgrade characters through a unique dice-based blessing system. Resources gathered can be used to permanently upgrade stats back in Valhalla.
Asgard's Fall Launches Today on Steam With Norse Mythology-Inspired Roguelite Action | Invision Game
Assemble Entertainment and Sidekick Publishing have released Asgard's Fall, a Norse mythology-inspired roguelite action game, on Steam for PC. The full release includes new content such as a Druid character, new bosses like Hel, Loki, and Odin, additional abilities, weapon cosmetics, and achievements, building upon its successful demo and Early Access period.
Palworld studio calls Valheim "an inspiration to everyone in the genre" as devs of the survival game drop…
Pocketpair, the studio behind Palworld, congratulated Iron Gate Studio on Valheim's 1.0 release, calling the Viking-themed survival game an inspiration to the genre. The article highlights Valheim's success in blending survival mechanics with Norse mythology and its satisfying gameplay loops.
Valheim Is Finally Complete As The Viking Survival Hit Launches In Full
Valheim has officially launched its 1.0 version after years in Early Access, making the Viking survival adventure available in its complete form on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed by Iron Gate and published by Coffee Stain Publishing, the game invites players to explore a procedurally generated world inspired by Norse mythology, gather resources, build settlements, and battle powerful bosses.
Odin Valhalla Rising brings the thunder with the arrival of its Thunderbringer class
Odin: Valhalla Rising, a mobile MMORPG with a Nordic mythology theme, has introduced its new 'Thunderbringer' class. This class features hammer-based melee attacks and electricity-based skills for crowd control. A temporary class change option is available until September 9th, alongside new attack stats, events, and an automated Norns Schedule feature.
I'm pretty sure we know Final Fantasy 14 Evercold's second job, unless Soken's playing a big trick on us
The Final Fantasy XIV community is speculating that the upcoming ranged physical DPS job in the Dawntrail expansion will be a 'falconer' utilizing a crossbow. Evidence includes sound cues from composer Masayoshi Soken, visual elements in the trailer, and ties to Norse mythology, where birds are prevalent.
Release date announced for God of War Laufey
Santa Monica Studio announced at San Diego Comic Con that God of War Laufey will be released on February 16th, 2027, exclusively for the PlayStation 5. The game features Kratos's second wife, Laufey, as the playable protagonist, exploring her journey in an afterlife called "The Everywhen" after her death.
Storybook Norse-Inspired City Builder Thveit Announced for PC
Publisher Crytivo and developer Winter Cats Studios have announced Thveit, a new city-building game for PC inspired by Norse mythology. Players will manage settlers and build a community on a procedurally generated island, coexisting with creatures from folklore by studying their needs and potentially gaining their aid. The game also features exploration of nearby islands for resources and new settlers.
Thveit is a Norse citybuilder filled with folklore creatures where the changing seasons shape how you develop your village
Thveit is a new Norse folklore-inspired citybuilder where players manage a village and its inhabitants through changing seasons. The game features resource management, building, and interactions with mythical creatures like trolls and dragons, who can aid players if properly cared for. Thveit is planned for an early access release on PC, with a specific launch date yet to be announced.
Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel on the way to Nintendo Switch 2
Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel, a roguelike horde-survival game originally released on PC, is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 on July 30, 2026. Developed by Grindstone, the game features players battling waves of enemies with divine support from Viking deities across five realms, including a new region called Helheim and an unlockable Endless Mode.
Valheim receives Nintendo Switch 2 release date, new trailer
Valheim is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 9, 2026, coinciding with the game's 1.0 release. This brutal exploration and survival game, inspired by Norse mythology, allows for 1-10 players to explore procedurally generated worlds, craft items, build bases, and battle monsters. A new trailer celebrating the release date news has also been released.
Bandai Namco just stealth announced that one of the coolest Ace Combat games is coming to PC for the first time as a…
Bandai Namco announced that Ace Combat Zero will be released on PC for the first time as a pre-order bonus for the deluxe edition of Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, launching October 1. Ace Combat Zero, originally a PlayStation 2 title, features a unique reputation system influenced by player actions and incorporates elements of Norse and Arthurian mythology.
Nine Chronicles Introduces Season Pass with Three Reward Levels
Nine Chronicles, a decentralized RPG developed by Planetarium Labs, has launched a new Season Pass system with three distinct progression tracks: CouragePass, WorldClearPass, and AdventureBossPass. Players can earn rewards through general gameplay, world stage progression, or by tackling Adventure Boss challenges. A Premium Pass option offers immediate bonuses and enhanced rewards across all tracks.
Skål! Co-op Tavern Adventure Meadgard Reveals New Demo at the MIX Summer Showcase
Indie studio Oddiko has announced a demo for their upcoming 1-4 player co-op game, Meadgard, which will be available in August. The game combines tavern simulation with action elements, tasking players with hunting ingredients, serving patrons, and upgrading their establishment. The demo will be featured in the Women-Led Games Steam Event from June 4-14.