Overview

Death Howl invites players into a myth-shrouded realm where the determined hunter Ro embarks on a perilous quest to resurrect her son. This indie title, developed by The Outer Zone and published by 11 bit studios, blends elements of deckbuilding and turn-based strategy with a surreal, Souls-like atmosphere. Players will navigate the fractured Spirit World, a land divided into four distinct realms and thirteen unique regions, facing over thirty different enemy types.

Highlights

  • Deep Deckbuilding Mechanics: Craft synergistic decks using over 160 unique cards, focusing on strategies like poison, strength, sacrifice, and backstabbing.
  • Atmospheric Exploration: Journey through a dark, myth-shrouded Spirit World, comprised of 4 realms and 13 regions, offering an immersive and challenging experience.
  • Strategic Turn-Based Combat: Engage in tactical battles against over 30 enemy types, requiring careful card play and strategic planning.

Who It's For

Death Howl is designed for players who enjoy strategic card games, deckbuilding challenges, and atmospheric experiences with a dark fantasy theme. Fans of Souls-like difficulty and turn-based tactical combat will find a lot to love here, especially those who appreciate a strong narrative driving their gameplay.

Game Info

This single-player adventure offers over 25 hours of gameplay, filled with intriguing side quests and formidable boss battles. The game supports full controller input and features Steam Achievements and Trading Cards. It's a paid title currently available with a discount on Steam. The game is released on December 9, 2025.