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Nidhogg

Image: Steam / Messhof

  • Duels
  • Local multiplayer
  • Competitive

One-on-one 2D fencing duels: a single touch kills, and whoever wins the clash runs for their goal at the far end while the rival respawns ahead to block the way. You shift the height of your sword, throw it or disarm your opponent.

Why play it now

When there's someone next to you and you've got a short while: it's played on one screen, with pads or both on one keyboard.

Who it's for

For anyone after quick face-to-face rivalries, with constant comebacks, or local tournaments for up to 8.

When not to pick it

If you'll be playing alone: arcade against the AI is thin and online opponents are scarce.

What it offers

  • Competing: 95 out of 100
  • Combat / action: 80 out of 100
  • Thinking: 40 out of 100

Our own editorial classification, not Steam data.

Details

Controller
Controller support
On the same sofa
Competitive on the same screen
Remote Play Together
Play with friends even if only you own it
Accessibility
No timed inputs
Disk space
200 MB (minimum)
Steam Deck
Verified
Steam reviews
90% positive (7,940)
Metacritic
81/100
Developer
Messhof
Release date
13 JAN 2014
Steam genres
Action, Indie, Sports

Based on what the game states on Steam.

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