- Steam pricePrice
- $24.99
- Release
- August 15, 2023
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How co-op works
Up to four online players take separate heroes through the same open-world quest campaign. Five classes provide different melee, ranged, and magical roles, while the group explores, handles enemy hordes and bosses, and develops persistent characters with skills and equipment.
About this game
Hammerwatch II trades the confined corridors of its predecessor for an open-world adventure where you and up to three friends battle through forests, villages, and dungeons in true co-op. You rally behind King Roland's resistance, taking on monster hordes and undead legions while completing quests for villagers scattered across the kingdom.
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Combat blends twin-stick action with class-based builds, letting each hero carve out a distinct role as loot and progression deepen between sessions. The pixel-art scale masks a surprising breadth of zones, secrets, and optional challenges that reward groups who coordinate carefully and share intel on enemy patterns.
Online co-op supports full four-player parties, making every expedition feel like a proper campaign where communication matters as much as gear. Runs can stretch into long expeditions or quick bounty hunts, and the Steam Workshop extends the life of every map with community-made content.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can team up in co-op?
Hammerwatch II supports up to four players in online co-op, letting you form a full party to explore the overworld, tackle dungeons, and complete quests together.
Is this game just dungeon crawling like the first Hammerwatch?
No, Hammerwatch II trades the confined dungeon rooms for an open-world adventure. You'll explore forests, villages, and outdoor zones with quests and secrets, though dungeons are still part of the experience.
Do we need to coordinate as a team, or can everyone do their own thing?
Communication matters here. The game rewards groups who coordinate carefully and share intel on enemy patterns, making teamwork more important than just running around independently.
Does progression carry over between play sessions?
Yes, loot and progression deepen between sessions, so your hero builds carry forward and each class can develop a distinct role over time.
Can we play custom content together?
Absolutely. Hammerwatch II includes Steam Workshop support, so you can download and play community-made maps and content with your co-op group.