Team Up With Friends to Defend a Walking Fortress in Castlebound
Castlebound, the colorful co-op action platformer from developer Ogre Pixel, is now available on Steam, Nintendo Switch 2, and Nintendo Switch. The game, which successfully funded its Kickstarter campaign in just four hours, is finally here, inviting players to defend a bewitched castle that has transformed into a giant walking fortress.
Players can join Lenora, a skilled archer, her grandfather Vargus, and their companions Quinn and Garrik as they fight off waves of enemies threatening the realm. Each character brings a different fighting style, with Lenora using her bow, Vargus wielding magic, Quinn attacking with a slingshot, and Garrik relying on his trusty sword. Players can tackle the adventure alone or team up with up to three friends through local co-op.
Castlebound also features roguelike progression, allowing players to earn powerful upgrades as they complete different stages. Between runs, they can spend Soul Coins at the castle to improve their heroes. Hence, unlocking new abilities, and preparing for tougher encounters.
The adventure takes everyone through several fantasy-inspired locations, including mythical forests, haunted graveyards, and an active volcano. These environments feature colorful, hand-crafted 2D visuals inspired by classic storybooks and cartoons.
“This has been an incredible journey, and we couldn’t have done it without the dedication of the Castlebound community that helped fully fund our campaign in less than four hours,” said Steve Durán, Director and Designer at Ogre Pixel. “Now Castlebound is ready to stomp across the whole world.”
With its charming art style, four playable heroes, and cooperative gameplay, Castlebound looks like a fun adventure to share with friends.