The Banner Saga coming to iPad, Android, Windows tablets this summer
Stoic Studio's crowdfunded tactical-RPG The Banner Saga is headed to iPad, Android, and Windows tablet devices this summer, publisher Versus Evil announced today.
Backed by a successful Kickstarter campaign, The Banner Saga is a high-stakes, story-based strategy game in which player choice drives the narrative and defeat in combat can result in permanent character loss. The upcoming tablet version boasts a redesigned control scheme suited for touchscreens, and will feature the PC version's full single-player campaign.
A release date for the mobile version of The Banner Saga has not been announced.
PLATFORM: iOS, Android & Windows Tablets
DEVELOPER: Stoic
PUBLISHER: Versus Evil
DISTRIBUTION: Digital
RELEASE DATE: Summer 2014
GENRE: RPG + Strategy
Enhanced control scheme for tablets– the critically acclaimed tactical RPG comes to tablets with 8-10 hoursworth of immersive gameplay.
- An epic Viking saga brought to life in 2D glory – beautifully hand drawn combat sequences and animations, accompanied by an evocative score from Grammy-nominated composer Austin Wintory, will immerse you into a fantasy realm inspired by Norse mythology.
- Player choice that drives your own narrative – every decision you make in travel, conversation and combat has a meaningful effect on the outcome as your story unfolds.
- Over 25 playable characters each with unique personalities – embark on your epic journey with a variety of characters from 7 different classes, each with unique abilities and upgrade options to fit your play style.
- Strategic combat with consequences – victory or defeat and even the permanent loss of a character depends on which characters you choose to take into battle and what decisions you make afterwards.
- The journey is as important as battle – your role in building and managing your caravan as you travel the vast frozen landscape is critical to not only your own survival but the survival of an entire civilization.