"Rise as an immortal Ace and reclaim the City of Numbers in this co-op Action RPG looter-brawler."
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About
Towerborne is a thrilling side-scrolling Action RPG beat 'em up where players take on the role of immortal warriors known as Aces. Defend humanity's last refuge, the Belfry, from monstrous rifts in a beautifully hand-drawn, crumbling world. With silky smooth combo-based combat and deep loot progression, every mission is a step toward saving civilization.
Story
Set in the apocalyptic world of Eld, the idyllic City of Numbers has fallen to corruption. As an Ace, you must guide refugees to the massive Belfry tower, uncovering the mystery behind the city's collapse across a robust 15+ hour campaign spanning diverse biomes.
Gameplay
Experience fluid, highly-responsive combat against massive hordes, utilizing air juggles, sweeping specials, and eight-way dodges. Swap freely between four distinct classes, grind for powerful gear to scale your Equipment Level, and summon tactical Umbra companions to unleash devastating battlefield effects.
Key Features
- 1Four distinct swappable classes: Sentinel, Pyroclast, Rockbreaker, and Shadowstriker
- 2Silky smooth combo combat with eight-way dodges, juggles, and special enders
- 3Up to 4-player seamless co-op multiplayer synergy
- 4Deep loot-based progression system and Forge upgrades
- 5Tactical Umbra summons for powerful battlefield abilities on cooldown
- 6Dynamic world map with fog-of-war, revealing new biomes as Danger Levels rise
- 7Flexible difficulties ranging from Easy to post-campaign Brutal mode
Highlights
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Extremely satisfying and fluid combo mechanics
- +Flawless co-op multiplayer integration that enhances gameplay
- +Beautiful hand-drawn art, animations, and particle effects
- +Deep class customization with no penalty for swapping playstyles
Cons
- -Core loot-and-replay gameplay loop can feel repetitive to some
- -Major departure from Stoic's traditional narrative-heavy RPG format
Game Ratings
Gorgeous hand-drawn 2D art style with dazzling particle effects
Silky smooth brawler combat and rewarding looter-shooter style progression
Engaging lore and world-building that takes a back seat to the action
Integral, highly synergistic 4-player co-op experience
Endless loot grinding, rotating ventures, and a challenging Brutal mode
Who Will Enjoy This?
Designed from the ground up for massive 4-player group synergy
Deep combo mastery, min-maxing gear, and tackling Brutal mode
Vibrant art, forgiving early difficulties, and fun button-mashing
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💡 Did You Know?
Developed by Stoic Studio, marking a massive pivot from their acclaimed turn-based narrative RPG, The Banner Saga.
During Early Access, the game featured a hex-grid map before overhauling it into a cohesive fog-of-war world map for the 1.0 launch.
The 'Umbra' creatures serve a dual purpose: they are integral story companions and function as tactical combat gear, like summoning ethereal crab arms.
First revealed at Gamescom 2023, the game's combat evolved significantly based on community feedback to reach its 'silky smooth' 1.0 state.
Latest Updates & Events
Towerborne - Featured on Steam
Towerborne is currently featured on the Steam store!
“A spark of something special with rock-solid beat 'em up combat and deep customization.”— Early Critical Reception
Game Ratings
Gorgeous hand-drawn 2D art style with dazzling particle effects
Silky smooth brawler combat and rewarding looter-shooter style progression
Engaging lore and world-building that takes a back seat to the action
Integral, highly synergistic 4-player co-op experience
Endless loot grinding, rotating ventures, and a challenging Brutal mode
Who Will Enjoy This?
Designed from the ground up for massive 4-player group synergy
Deep combo mastery, min-maxing gear, and tackling Brutal mode
Vibrant art, forgiving early difficulties, and fun button-mashing
Similar To
💡 Did You Know?
Developed by Stoic Studio, marking a massive pivot from their acclaimed turn-based narrative RPG, The Banner Saga.
During Early Access, the game featured a hex-grid map before overhauling it into a cohesive fog-of-war world map for the 1.0 launch.
The 'Umbra' creatures serve a dual purpose: they are integral story companions and function as tactical combat gear, like summoning ethereal crab arms.
First revealed at Gamescom 2023, the game's combat evolved significantly based on community feedback to reach its 'silky smooth' 1.0 state.
Latest Updates & Events
Towerborne - Featured on Steam
Towerborne is currently featured on the Steam store!
The Four Aces
- •Sentinel: Tanky warrior with balanced offense/defense, shield throws, and bleed effects.
- •Pyroclast: Heavy-hitting bruiser wielding war clubs and devastating fire attacks.
- •Rockbreaker: Highly mobile brawler utilizing fast, multi-hit gauntlet strikes.
- •Shadowstriker: Stealthy, high-DPS assassin attacking rapidly with dual daggers.
The Belfry Refuge
A massive tower with a survivor town built along its sides, the Belfry serves as your central hub. Here, players can upgrade equipment at the Forge, accept new quests, and prepare to venture into dynamic biomes like the mushroom forests and ruined grasslands.
Game Details
- Developer
- Stoic
- Publisher
- Xbox Game Studios
- Platforms
- PC
- Genres
- Action RPG, Beat 'em up +1
- Atmosphere
- epic