Howl

November 14, 2023 Mi'pu'mi Games astragon Entertainment
Puzzle Strategy Turn-based strategy (TBS) Tactical Adventure Indie
Series X|S Android PC iOS PS5 Switch
About

Howl is a turn-based tactical folktale set in a world of living ink, where the sound of a ‘howling plague’ turns people into feral beasts. Rid the lands of the plague using your crossbow, magic skills and your wits, planning every move up to six steps in advance. Some think prophecy is carved in stone – write your own in ink and blood.
Storyline

Howl is a turn-based tactical folktale set in medieval times. Alone in a world terrorised by a plague that turns people into wolves, you must use your weapons and your wits to survive, planning up to six steps in advance to outmanoeuvre your opponents. As you plot out your attack, you’ll also craft your own prophecy, weaving a continuous piece of scripture during the fight.
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Release Date November 14, 2023
Developer Mi'pu'mi Games
Publisher astragon Entertainment
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Bird view / Isometric
Themes Action, Fantasy
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