Tripwire Presents and Arctic Hazard have dropped the first official story trailer for their upcoming turn-based tactical RPG, NORSE: Oath of Blood, during IGN Live on June 7, 2025—and it’s as brutal and beautiful as the Viking Age itself.
Now available to wishlist on Steam and Epic Games Store, NORSE: Oath of Blood is slated to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S later in 2025. The game brings together deep tactical gameplay, historical realism, and narrative gravitas, all guided by the pen of Sunday Times bestselling author Giles Kristian.
🛡️ A Tale of Vengeance Forged in Blood
In NORSE: Oath of Blood, players step into the fur-lined boots of Gunnar, a young Norse warrior left to pick up the pieces after the treacherous Steinarr Far-Spear murders his father and seizes control of their clan. Now, vengeance isn’t just a choice—it’s an oath.
Players will rebuild Gunnar’s war-torn village, forge new alliances, and recruit a warband capable of toppling the usurper. Every decision matters. Will you reclaim your father’s legacy—or fall beneath the weight of your ambition?
⚔️ Features That Define the Saga
🎯 Tactical Turn-Based Combat
Command your warband in intense skirmishes. Use positioning, terrain advantages, and timing to gain the upper hand in battles that challenge your strategic instincts.
🏕️ Settlement Building & Resource Management
From a humble camp to a fortified Viking stronghold, oversee every detail of your clan’s growth. Manage resources, train warriors, and prepare for the conflicts ahead.
📜 Character-Driven Narrative by Giles Kristian
The narrative power behind Lancelot and The Bleeding Land now drives NORSE. Your choices influence not just the story, but the hearts and loyalties of those who fight beside you.
⚒️ Historically Grounded World
NORSE paints a dark and detailed portrait of 9th-century Norway. From mythology to political intrigue, the game grounds its fantastical elements in richly researched realism.
🔥 More Than a Tactics Game — It’s a Viking Epic
What makes NORSE: Oath of Blood stand out isn’t just its strategic gameplay—it’s the weight of its story. From brooding fjords to blood-soaked battlegrounds, every element is woven with tension and tragedy. With Giles Kristian’s signature storytelling, the game transforms each encounter into a defining moment in Gunnar’s journey of revenge, redemption, and legacy.
Will you choose honor, or embrace the path of ruthlessness to fulfill your oath?
🗺️ Wishlist Now, Prepare for Battle Later
NORSE: Oath of Blood is expected to launch in late 2025 for PC (Steam & Epic Games Store), PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Until then, players can wishlist the game to stay ahead of news, and dive deeper into the development journey.
📌 Steam Page: Wishlist Now
📌 Official Website: Visit Site
🔗 Stay Connected with the Saga
Find out more about NORSE: Oath of Blood on the game’s official website, and follow the game on X, Bluesky, Instagram, TikTok, and Discord.
To learn more about Arctic Hazard visit their official website, and follow them on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
For more information about Tripwire Interactive visit their official website and follow them on X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
📆 Key Dates to Remember
- June 7, 2025 – First story trailer revealed at IGN Live
- Late 2025 – Full game release on PC and consoles
- Now – Wishlist on Steam & Epic Games Store
