Eydigard

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Eydigard is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Frostisen Studio and was released on April 29, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Eydigard is a folklore-inspired RPG set in the mystical fjords of Northern Norway during the turbulent early 16th century. A relentless plague has turned prosperous farmlands into abandoned ruins, while mythical creatures now roam the surrounding wilderness. As a mercenary gifted with shapeshifting abilities, you'll battle legendary beasts, reclaim and upgrade abandoned farms as your bases, and n…

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features innovative shapeshifting mechanics that enhance both combat and exploration, allowing players to adopt different animal forms with unique abilities.
Set in a beautifully crafted world inspired by Norwegian and Sámi folklore, the game offers an immersive atmosphere and rich lore that encourages exploration.
The developers are actively engaged with the community, providing regular updates and addressing feedback, which adds to the game's charm and potential for improvement.

The character design has been criticized for poor representation, particularly with female characters having unappealing appearances and a lack of distinct visual differences between genders.
Controller support is reportedly inadequate, with many players experiencing clunky controls and difficulty navigating menus, especially on handheld devices like the Steam Deck.
The game suffers from performance issues and a lack of polish, with some players finding the gameplay loop repetitive and the overall experience janky, particularly in its early access state.

gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Eydigard features engaging shapeshifting mechanics that enhance combat and exploration, set within a richly crafted world inspired by Norwegian and Sámi folklore. While some players find the gameplay loop rewarding and immersive, others note occasional jankiness and a lack of clarity in mechanics, which can lead to confusion. Overall, the game offers a solid experience with cooperative play options and a promise of future content, appealing to fans of old-school RPGs.
- “Fun shapeshifting mechanics, fighting, and exploration in an intriguing world.”
- “Eydigard is a breath of fresh air in the RPG genre, offering a rich blend of Norwegian and Sámi folklore, immersive open-world exploration, and innovative shapeshifting mechanics.”
- “Shapeshifting mechanics: transforming into animals like a bear, lynx, or wolf adds depth to both combat and puzzle-solving.”
- “Despite what appears to be solid gameplay, I can't recommend Eydigard.”
- “Thematically, the game is quite like Valheim, but in gameplay it is not really like Valheim at all.”
- “Starting out, I was a bit confused about the depth of the game, but it really is old school in the way that you have to find your own way and discover the mechanics yourself.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is characterized by an old-school RPG style that emphasizes exploration and player agency, with quests lacking precise markers, encouraging players to navigate the world based on rough directions. It features an intriguing plot that incorporates themes of plague and Norwegian folklore, alongside a unique gameplay mechanic where players can shape-shift as a feral druid. However, some players find the narrative to be somewhat bland, often revolving around fetch quests with minimal rewards, despite the overall engaging quest design and handcrafted world.
- “The plot of the game is interesting; it takes a unique approach to plague but also dives into Norwegian folklore (hello tusser and troll) and Sami culture.”
- “Most quests have multiple ways you can approach them, whether it is sneaking, fighting, or solving things through dialogue.”
- “The quests will have you run all over the game world, and you need to think a bit before making any grand decisions, because what you do can have consequences.”
- “Walls of text from every NPC and quest giver.”
- “A bland story full of fetch and delivery quests with unsatisfying rewards – run across the map (there is no fast travel).”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game present a stylized aesthetic that many players appreciate, highlighting the beauty of the world and effective day/night cycles. However, some users feel that the graphics do not match the expectations set by trailers, and there are limited options for customization and stability improvements. While the visuals are generally considered decent, they may not fully meet the standards of all players.
- “On the aesthetics, I enjoy the look of the game; the world is beautiful, the day/night schedule works well, and there are great visual differences between areas you visit, so once you get used to it, you can understand approximately where you are without looking at the map.”
- “The dev team clearly chose a stylized aesthetic rather than chasing hyperrealism, and it absolutely works.”
- “Graphics: 8/10”
- “The trailers here don't accurately display what the graphics look like entirely.”
- “The graphics aren't there yet; at least not in my playthrough, and I have a couple of hours in so far.”
- “There are very few graphics settings to tweak, and no real way to improve stability.”
optimization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of Eydilgard has received mixed reviews, particularly on the Steam Deck, where users report significant performance issues, including frequent frame rate drops below 20 fps. Complaints about clunky controls and an unintuitive UI further detract from the experience, leading many to recommend against playing it in its current state unless substantial improvements are made.
- “Performance has been very solid for me.”
- “Some performance issues.”
- “Eydilgard aims to be a survival crafting adventure in the vein of Valheim, but unfortunately, it falls flat on the Steam Deck in both performance and design.”
- “The world looks promising at first, but it's bogged down by frustrating controls, poor optimization, and UI issues that make it hard to enjoy even if you're intrigued by its concept.”
- “Unless it gets serious optimization and UI fixes, this one’s a pass for Steam Deck users.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its magical quality and atmospheric fit, enhancing the overall experience. While some players find it soothing to the point of inducing sleepiness, others appreciate the unique sound choices for sound effects and hope for more diverse tracks tailored to different locations. Overall, the soundtrack receives high marks, with a notable score of 9/10 from one reviewer.
- “Cool game with great music and atmosphere.”
- “On the audio side, there have been interesting choices made for animal/enemy sound effects, and the music is nothing but magical no matter which area you visit.”
- “The composer has done a good job making sure that the music fits the world setting.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
- “While the sound effects for animals and enemies are interesting, the overall music doesn't enhance the experience.”
- “I wish there were more unique tracks for different areas; the current music doesn't fit the diverse environments.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive qualities, featuring beautiful landscapes, evocative lighting, and a blend of serene and haunting environments. Players appreciate the dynamic settings, from majestic auroras to eerie, plague-ridden ruins, which contribute to a rich and engaging experience. Overall, the combination of stylized visuals and compelling music enhances the game's atmospheric appeal.
- “The atmosphere is really good: one minute you’re cresting a ridge beneath an aurora, the next you’re stalking through ruined farmsteads still echoing with plague-era tragedy.”
- “The landscapes are beautiful, the lighting is atmospheric, and it gives the whole world a timeless look that fits the setting perfectly.”
- “Cool game with great music and atmosphere.”