Jump into a Willows Guards world and have an experience like no other.
Release Date: April 10, 2025
Platform: Windows PC
Price: $15.99 USD / €15,24
Genre: Action Adventure, Deckbuilding, RPG
Developer: MiTale
Steam: Willow Guard on Steam
If you’ve ever wondered what Hollow Knight meets Darkest Dungeon in a world where woodland creatures wield steel and secrets, Willow Guard might just be your next obsession.
Developed by MiTale, Willow Guard invites you into the world of Tersa, a mysterious animal kingdom fraught with ancient powers, absent gods, and haunting mysteries. You play as Ghweros, a brave Willowguard investigating strange monster attacks in the remote village of Woikos, deep in the frozen Hinterlands.
But this isn’t just your average action RPG. Here’s why it stands out:
Key Features That Make Willow Guard Worth Your Time
- Tactical Isometric Combat + Deckbuilding
Slash, dash, and cast spells using a customizable deck of abilities. Every move you make is drawn from a card-based system that keeps combat dynamic and rewarding. Whether you’re exploring the main story or diving into the Dungeon Run mode for fast action, your strategy is everything. - Clue-Driven Investigation System
Outside combat, Ghweros investigates the secrets of Woikos through item gathering, dialogue with eccentric characters, and unraveling the web of lore with a unique clue-based mechanic. - Shape Your Own Willowguard
There’s no traditional leveling system. Instead, improve your gear, unlock new cards, and refine your skills. The Inclination system tracks your choices, altering both your character’s fate and the broader narrative. - Craft, Trade, and Conquer
Gather materials through battle, quests, or trading with the Merchant. Forge better gear, upgrade your deck, and strategize the best combinations to survive the horrors of the land.
A World of Sentient Beasts and Forgotten Myths
In Tersa, animals have evolved into complex societies, religions have withered, and danger lurks beneath the surface of snowy plains and forgotten ruins. It’s a refreshing twist on fantasy that adds emotional depth and cultural storytelling not often seen in the genre.
Check it out on YouTube or via the game’s Steam page to see the stunning visuals and gripping mechanics in action.Enjoy it here too.
System Requirements Minimum:
- OS *: Windows 7 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i3 6100 or AMD FX-4350
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA Geforce GT 1030, 2GB (Legacy: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460), AMD RX550, 2GB (Legacy: AMD Radeon HD 6850), Integrated: Intel HD Graphics 630
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 6 GB available space
Final Thoughts
Honestly this game looks and feels exciting and what we can say is the community will love it because this encompasses a lot of things —it’s an unfolding myth wrapped in swords, strategy, and sentient animal lore. It’s a strong contender for 2025’s indie RPG gem, especially for players who love meaningful decisions, layered combat, and original fantasy worlds.
GGN Verdict: Don’t sleep on Willow Guard. Wishlist it, play it, and get lost in the northern snow. Look forward to our review of it and our weekly streams.
