A new roguelike, Chivalware, will release on November 5 for PC and Nintendo Switch 2, blending real-time combat with tile assembly in a cyber-medieval setting.
Release date and platform confirmed
The game Chivalware, developed by Regal Pigeon Games and published by The Arcade Crew, will be released on November 5 for PC and Nintendo Switch 2. A playable demo is already available for download on both platforms.
Gameplay mechanics and style
Chivalware is a roguelike game that combines real-time combat with grid-based movement and tile assembly. Players must group tiles in threes to gain new weapons and dodge attacks in a fast-paced, continuous battle sequence.
Setting and narrative
In Chivalware, players assume the role of a Disk Knight in a cyber-medieval universe. The goal is to defeat a king who has become mad from power and isolation, though the game hints at a more complex story unfolding behind the scenes.
Game difficulty and innovation
The game is described as easy to start playing but difficult to master. It aims to bring new ideas to the roguelike genre, offering a unique blend of strategy and action in real-time gameplay.
