- Steam pricePrice
- $8.49$24.99-66%
- Release
- November 2, 2023
- Platforms
How co-op works
Up to four local or online players each control part of the adventuring party through procedurally generated campaigns. The group negotiates movement across the hex map, shares resources, and coordinates dice-driven abilities and positioning in turn-based encounters.
About this game
For the King II is a cooperative turn-based roguelite that blends tabletop RPG mechanics with strategic hex-grid exploration. Up to four players team up to survive procedurally generated campaigns, battling the tyrannical Queen Fahrul's forces while uncovering the secret that corrupted her rule. Every decision, from choosing when to rest to how you spend scarce resources, shapes the fate of your party.
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Gameplay revolves around dice rolls, tactical combat, and risk management. Players share a party pool of resources, coordinate attacks to exploit enemy weaknesses, and debate whether to split up for faster exploration or stick together for safety. Communication becomes essential when one bad roll can cascade into disaster, making each encounter tense and rewarding when your team pulls through.
The game supports online co-op, local couch co-op, and cross-platform multiplayer, letting you gather a party however you prefer. Whether you're shouting advice across the couch or coordinating over voice chat, the roguelite structure and permadeath stakes create memorable sessions full of clutch saves and spectacular failures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play For the King II solo, or do I need other players?
You can play solo or with up to four players total in co-op. When playing alone, you'll still control a party of characters, but having teammates makes the tactical decisions and resource management more dynamic since you'll be coordinating strategies together.
Does For the King II support both online and local co-op?
Yes, it supports both online co-op and local couch co-op, including split-screen play. It also features cross-platform multiplayer, so you can team up with friends regardless of how everyone's connecting.
How important is communication between players?
Communication is essential. Since the game uses shared resources and dice-driven outcomes, coordinating who uses what items, when to split the party, and how to handle combat can mean the difference between success and a party wipe. One bad roll can cascade, so talking through decisions helps manage the risk.
What happens if my party dies-do we lose all progress?
For the King II features permadeath and roguelite structure, meaning when your party falls, that run ends. However, you'll unlock new items, characters, and knowledge for future attempts, and each campaign is procedurally generated, keeping runs fresh.