Skald: Against the Black Priory is an old-school RPG combining modern design and a fully realized narrative with commodore 64 era inspired visuals and charm for a unique adventure that will appeal to genre fans old and new alike. Delve into an elaborate fantasy world full of tragic heroes, monstrous horrors and lovingly drawn pixel-art illustrations.
Experience an engaging, branching story with rich exploration and multiple-choice dialogue. Battle foes in gripping turn-based combat as you journey through hand-crafted environments to unravel SKALD’s sinister secrets. Do you have what it takes to lead a company of broken heroes from the tainted shores of Idra to the gates of the Black Priory – and beyond?
Watch the latest trailer to get an updated look at the core pillars of SKALD: Against the Black Priory, including:
- A dark and mesmerizing narrative set in an amoral fantasy world full of ill-fated heroes, violent deaths and freakish horror.
- Classic RPG features, including dice roll-based gameplay, deep exploration opportunities, meaningful dialogue options, and a tactical, party-oriented, turn-based combat system featuring a diverse roster of characters.
- A beautiful retro soundtrack and authentic pixel art visuals, enhanced by a new lighting system.
About High North Studios
High North Studios is a one-man indie studio from Northern Norway, created and fueled by Anders Lauridsen.
About Raw Fury
Raw Fury is a boutique indie (un)publisher founded in 2015 by Jonas Antonsson, Gordon Van Dyke, and David Martinez. We do not care about genres or mechanics. We care about experiences and emotions. We want to help developers make magic.
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