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NORSE: Oath of Blood

NORSE: Oath of Blood

A Turn-Based Tactics game set in Viking-Age Norway. Build a settlement, forge alliances, and fight strategic battles. Manage a community of craftspeople, farmers, and warriors, as you grow strong on your path to vengeance in this story-rich saga.

55%
Mixed
DeveloperArctic Hazard
PublisherTripwire Presents
Release DateFeb 17, 2026
$34.99
Peak Players3.3K
PlatformsWindows
RPG
Strategy
AI Review Summary

NORSE: Oath of Blood offers a promising turn-based combat experience with a well-written story and historically accurate armor. However, its current state is marred by significant performance issues, numerous bugs, and glitches, leading to a mixed reception from players.

Pros

  • The game features a well-written story and beautifully crafted characters.
  • Players appreciate the historical accuracy of the armor and visuals.
  • The turn-based combat mechanics are enjoyable and compared favorably to games like X-COM and Baldur's Gate.
  • Some players report good performance and great graphics on their systems.

Cons

  • The game is heavily criticized for poor optimization, numerous bugs, and glitches.
  • Many players experience game-breaking bugs, even in the tutorial or during quests, making it unplayable.
  • Performance issues and unpolished transitions significantly hinder the overall enjoyment.
  • Some reviewers found the optimization worse than Cyberpunk's launch state.
  • The game lacks essential features like customizable keybindings and standard camera controls.

Notable Mentions

  • The average playtime is low (1.6 hours), with very few reviewers having played over 10 hours.
  • There are currently no Steam Deck reviews available for this title.
Confidence: 96%
Based on the 100 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Feb 18, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
40
Peak · last 90 days
52
All-time peak
3.3K

Price

Current price
$34.99
Lowest tracked
$23.44since Jan 29, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
43%
Last 30 days
—
All-time positive
55%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews2.7K
Positive: 1.5K (55%)Negative: 1.2K (45%)

0%

Reviews from Steam Deck

37%

Dev Response Rate

13h

Avg Playtime at Review

70%

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