One of the few non-Mario announcements from today's Nintendo Direct showcase, Twin Sails Interactive revealed a first look at Gloomhaven — a fantasy-based tactical RPG that slashes onto Switch on 18th September.
This one is a take on Isaac Childres’ acclaimed board game that will see you embarking on a fantasy campaign with strategic gameplay. There is a lot to take on here, with the option to play through either the original 95 scenarios and event missions or the digital-exclusive Guildmaster campaign — consisting of over 160 missions.
On top of all this, the game will launch with two DLC packs, 'Jaws of the Lion' and 'Solo Scenarios: Mercenary Challenges', all of which are available to play with up to four-player online co-op.
You can find some screenshots from the publishers below, for a closer look at what the game has to offer.
Gloomhaven is now available to pre-order from the Switch eShop with a special 10% pre-launch discount. The Mercenaries Edition of the game is £32.39 (usually £35.99) and includes the base game and the 'Solo Scenarios' DLC, while the Gold Edition is £40.49 (usually £44.99) and also adds in the 'Jaws of the Lion' DLC and the four accompanying skins.
What do you make of Gloomhaven so far? Will you be picking it up in September? Let us know in the comments.
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The footage was extremely stuttery - I didn't like that. BUT - I really do like Gloomhaven. So I am optimistic they can boost performance so it doesn't look so janky.
Never heard of the source material but it looks good.
I'll probably wait for a couple of patches, but this looks pretty cool actually.
I am a miniature nutbag, but the board game never looked that appealing to me and neither does this. But I am happy that it comes out, it's definitely something Switch is pretty light on.
The board game is great. Looking forward to playing this with some friends who lived too far away to play it in person.
It's a shame this game doesn't have couch co-op, just online mp. I was kinda hoping it would replace For the King as my go-to for game night with friends.
@Ryu_Niiyama Gloomhaven has been on top of the best board games of all time ongoing yearly list (boardgamegeek)since it came out 6 years ago. You can play it solo. It plays like an RPG with achievement s and everything. It is like an involved DnD campaign without the need of a master or having to vocalize your imagination too much. It is very chunky, pretty expensive and all around a very inventive and fun game alone or with pals.
Not sure it's for me and so if I'll get it, but it certainly looks cool!
Definitely will keep an eye out…I sound like a broken record do I?
Thinking of getting this instead of springing for another giant board game I don't have the time or space for.
@Daniel36
"I am a miniature nutbag" is now my favourite expression.
Keeping an eye on this one.
I've been playing Gloomhaven Jaws of the Lion for the last 4 years or so. SO much game packed into one board game!
The Steam version is highly regarded. If the Switch version holds up, I’ll put it on my short list.
I've been playing the Steam version for a couple of years now. My friend and I have sunk hundreds of hours into it. The graphics seem a little bit of a lower resolution, but hopefully it is a good port. It can be a brutal game with a high learning curve, but once you understand the mechanics, it's a fantastic experience.
Me excite. Much like
@Ooyah You're welcome. Can't very well claim the tabletop wargaming and roleplaying scene is known for its normalcy, now can I? We wear the badge with pride and honour.
I am reading the age of the pc game. I remember the board game coming out like it was last week. My goodness time flies too fast.
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It used to be #1, now it is the #3 best board game of all-time.
I don't know anyone who I could play with for a board game that meaty. So I'm intrigued with the opportunity to play it solo in video game form. I wonder if all of the systems are explained enough in-depth in-game to get the full experience.
@MontyCircus You can play the boardgame solo. Main difference is you run two characters and up the difficulty (level) of the enemies, because you have full control of the party. In multiplayer, you have to contend with miscommunications and sometimes conflicting mini-goals, but otherwise it's the same experience.
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