Independent Turkish developer Nords Games has unveiled Arcane Overdrive, a bold new hybrid of survivor-like and roguelike gameplay set in a medieval fantasy world filled with monsters, magic, and high-stakes battles. Players will get their first hands-on experience during Steam Next Fest from October 13–20, 2025, where a playable demo will showcase its unique mix of vehicle-building, spellcasting, and survival combat.
Build Fantasy Machines From Monsters and Magic
At the heart of Arcane Overdrive is its innovative vehicle-crafting system. Each war machine is made up of three modular parts — top, middle, and bottom — and every piece directly influences stats, abilities, weapon slots, and movement style. Want a sturdy carriage pulled by monster limbs, or a sleek, arcane-driven battle rig? The choice is yours.
Players can even decide how to control their creation: opt for car-style driving or stick with classic directional movement to suit different playstyles.
Game designer Can Sancaktaroğlu explained the vision:
“We wanted players to fight using their own unique fantasy vehicles. These machines are assembled from mystical parts and monsters found throughout the world. They’re not just transports—they’re living, magical war machines supported by adventurers who fight alongside you.”
Weapons, Spells, and Endless Combos
Combat in Arcane Overdrive thrives on variety and experimentation. Vehicles can be equipped with medieval weapons and elemental spells, including fire, ice, electric, physical, and poison attacks. As players level up, they can enhance existing abilities by stacking upgrades, creating devastating synergies that grow more powerful with each run.
Boss encounters promise to keep the action fresh, with each map featuring unique mechanics and monstrous enemies like orcs, werewolves, and skeleton lords ready to test your creations.
Key Features of Arcane Overdrive
- ⚔️ Customizable War Machines – Assemble vehicles from modular parts and monster components.
- 🚗 Choose Your Control Style – Drive with car-like controls or move with classic directional gameplay.
- 🧙 Weapons and Spells – Harness elemental powers and medieval armaments for deadly combos.
- 👹 Challenging Boss Fights – Face map-specific bosses with distinct mechanics.
- 🌍 Rich Fantasy World – Explore a medieval realm brimming with magic and monsters.
- 🌱 Progression System – Unlock permanent upgrades and new mechanics through a robust skill tree.
Get Ready for Steam Next Fest
Arcane Overdrive is set to make waves during Steam Next Fest (October 13–20, 2025) with its first public demo. Players eager to test its blend of roguelike chaos and modular creativity can wishlist the game on Steam now and join the community on Discord, X, and TikTok.
With its mix of survival mechanics, fantasy engineering, and magical mayhem, Arcane Overdrive looks set to carve out a unique place in the roguelike genre.
Visit Arcane Overdrive Steam page for more information, or follow the game on Discord, X and TikTok.
