While both jötunn and kobolds can be traded with, most other non-human species are hostile. Large parts of the map are therefore naturally inhabited by these beasts such as giants called jötunn, kobolds, and valkyries.
The game, as the name implies, takes place in Northgard a wild and untamed continent that the Vikings discover, where the winters are harsh and mythical creatures rule.
The full release of the game naturally features many smaller changes, and some of these will be commented on in this review. What is new is that the game is now finished, and also features a short campaign, introducing the many different clans available in single- or multiplayer. Shiro Games, the studio that was also responsible for the fantastic Evoland, has been working on Northgard in Early Access for about a year. This isn't only a tribute to Warcraft 3 and Age of Empires clad in Viking armor - it's also a refreshing combination of RTS, Settlers-like city building, as well as classic empire board gaming, the types of games where you slowly colonise the map.
Since the beginning of Northgard's colonization, 6 new clans have joined the battle, introducing new ways of playing and battling.Īfter each additional clan release, Northgard is upgraded by free major content which add new ways to play, and allow you to discover all the possibilities that Northgard offers you.With Northgard Shiro Games is attempting to breathe new life into the real-time strategy genre. In order to complete the 11 campaign chapters, the player will have to master the specificities of the 6 first clans and tame the unforgiving wilderness of Northgard.
The boldest Northmen have set sail to explore and conquer these new shores, bring fame to their Clan and write history through conquest, trading, or devotion to the Gods. After years of tireless explorations, brave Vikings have discovered a new land filled with mystery, danger and riches: NORTHGARD.