Jötunnslayer: Hordes Of Hel pits you against waves of horrific creatures to earn the divine blessings of ancient Norse Gods in epic battles deep in hostile realms. Grindstone is excited to announce that a playable demo for Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel will be coming to Steam in May. 

Embark on a hazardous quest through the dark realms of Norse mythology in this gripping roguelike horde arena survival game, boasting cutting-edge graphics and an immersive story arc. Select a fallen soul condemned to suffer in Helheim and wield your blade against legions of foes in a relentless quest for redemption. In this desolate domain, divine blessings are scarce, earned only through the spilling of rivers of blood. Navigate through the hostile realms of the Norse underworld, invoking mighty bosses through ancient rituals only to sever their heads in pursuit of salvation. 

Master your skills for the final exhilarating massacre of all enemies that stand before you!

Will you emerge as the chosen one, favoured by the Gods, and ascend to the legendary Halls of Valhalla? 

Indie Game Publisher Grindstone and developer Games Farm are excited to announce that Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel is coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S in 2025.

The game’s major new content update, Svartalfheim Descent, is now available on PC via Steam Early Access, and Epic Games Store, letting players explore never-ending stone carved halls, mineshafts, and foundries of the industrious Svartalfar.

This major content update introduces:

• A New Realm: Svartalfheim, filled with challenging environments and new enemies.
• New Gods: The legendary brothers Brokk and Sindri, Forge Masters and Rune Whisperers, who bring powerful passive bonuses through their runes.
• New Dwarven Warden Class: The last of the dwarven kind - a fortress on legs. This semi-ranged tank wields a hammer and shield, boasting heavy defense, crowd control, and a hunger for food, glory, and gold. 
• New Enemies: Flyers, spitters, troll riders, and hobgoblin raiding parties now roam the mines
• New Boss: A new Jötunn monstrosity awaits in the final act.
• New Community Event: Starting May 13th all players are invited to participate in ‘Hobgoblins Everywhere’ to unlock unique weapons and a trophy (the event is optional, and helps us to test new systems and gather feedback, items from the event will return closer to the 1.0 launch)

This update also includes numerous gameplay improvements and bug fixes.

Looking ahead, Jötunnslayer will be launching on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S later this year, with all content released for Steam Early Access - including the Svartalfheim Descent update - coming to console at launch.

The updated roadmap highlights what's still to come, including the new realm of Helheim, an all-new God, a new Class, and the highly anticipated ‘Endless Mode’.

Key Features: 

• Engage in intense and adrenaline-fueled battles against relentless waves of enemies, all while under the pressure of time. Each encounter is a test of skill and reflexes as you fight to survive against overwhelming odds of the Norse underworld.
• Embark on challenging tasks and missions within each run to test your abilities and add depth to your journey through Nine worlds. These quests may require you to complete specific objectives or overcome additional obstacles for greater rewards.
• Progress and improve your character with meta-progression systems that offer unlockable perks and upgrades. As you continue to upgrade, you'll unlock new abilities, enhancements, and bonuses to customize your playstyle and enhance your chances of survival.
• Choose from a variety of diverse characters, each with their own unique set of skills, abilities, and weapons. Experiment with different combinations to find the perfect match for your playstyle and adapt to various challenges and scenarios encountered throughout the Hordes of Hel.
• Confront powerful boss enemies that pose increasing levels of threat as you progress through the game. Employ strategic kiting tactics to outmanoeuvre and defeat these formidable foes, utilizing the environment and your skills to gain the upper hand and emerge victorious.

Currently available through Steam Early Access, Jötunnslayer Hordes Of Hel is coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam) in 2025.