Welcome to the world of Roots of Yggdrasil
Imagine being able to combine all your favorite genres into one game. That's the premise behind Roots of Yggdrasil, an upcoming title that combines elements of city-building games, roguelikes, and card games with a rich dose of Norse mythology. Sounds interesting? Let's dive deeper.
A unique blend of genres
In Roots of Yggdrasil, we trade the usual metropolises of games like Cities Skylines for a time loop of Norse mythology. Here, you are trapped and must master the mechanics to find a way out. And the deck-building system plays a crucial role - it persists between runs and helps you progress further each time.
City building with a twist
When it comes to city building, Roots of Yggdrasil offers a truly unique perspective. Instead of constructing vast landscapes, the focus is on a smaller playing field and the need to improve between runs. In your hub called The Holt, you can make permanent upgrades and add new mechanics. And the best part? At the beginning of each run, you can rearrange your decks.
Repetition with variation
Every time you fail to escape the Ginnungagap - an endless void in Norse mythology - you have to start from scratch. But don't worry: thanks to the randomly generated islands and the diverse cast, which not only provides conversations but also gives you special buffs and modifiers for each loop, it never gets boring.
For fans of roguelikes and city building
If you love the general roguelike principles of games like Hades and Dead Cells, and appreciate the city building aspect of Cities Skylines, but are looking for a bit more fantasy flair, then Roots of Yggdrasil is definitely worth a look.
Check it out on Steam
You can already find Roots of Yggdrasil on Steam. The official launch in Steam Early Access is scheduled for Wednesday, January 24, 2024. So why not secure a key and embark on a unique journey into the world of Norse mythology?
