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3 Days To Go!



Hello Gobbos, only 3 days remaining before the long awaited moment arrives!

We are thrilled to announce that GOBLIN STONE will launch on Tuesday, March 12, 2024.

We sincerely hope you are eagerly anticipating this upcoming launch, and we cannot wait to embark on this adventure with all of you.

Thank you for your unwavering support, and don’t forget to add Goblin Stone to your Wishlist.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1521970/Goblin_Stone/

Join our community of Goblins on Discord to not miss out on any game updates!

Goblin Stone Releases on March 12, 2024

Mark your calendars, as Goblin Stone is scheduled to launch on March 12, 2024, on PC via both STEAM and the Epic Games Store. We're excited to showcase the immense effort and dedication poured into the development of Goblin Stone.

Get ready for an unforgettable goblin adventure! Watch our release date announcement trailer on YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNJFai91bbg

[h3]About Goblin Stone[/h3]
Goblin Stone is an epic turn-based RPG with roguelike elements where you, as the player, help goblins survive after being hunted to near extinction. With over 40 hours of gameplay, players can choose through hundreds of combinations between goblin classes, weapons, abilities, and map options. The game has over 150 fully illustrated story panels, 60 unique enemy types, and 25 distinct boss battles.

Goblin Stone is available for wishlist now with its demo live on STEAM. Thank you for your patience as we gear up for this launch!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1521970/Goblin_Stone/

Excited to learn more about the development process of Goblin Stone and some exclusive sneak peeks? Join our Discord community and dive into our Q&A sessions with the developers at Orc Chop Games!

Goblin Stone at GWB Awards

Hello Gobbos, how is the start of the new year to you? We hope it’s a good one for everyone as well. We’re starting off our year with another success for Goblin Stone with the recent news from Tencent’s Games without Borders Game Awards 2023.


Goblin Stone received a Bronze Award in the Indie Game Game Awards category in a fierce competition among some of the most outstanding and upcoming games in the industry. Not only that, Goblin Stone is also showcased in the ongoing GWB Games Award Steam Event. You can check our demo and wishlist us in the event page to give us your support.



We are truly humbled and overjoyed to hear this big news as this means that Goblin Stone is slowly receiving more support and recognition globally. The GWB Game Awards are renowned for celebrating excellence in the gaming industry, and winning the Bronze Award is a testament to the hard work and creativity that went into Goblin Stone.

[h2]What’s next for Goblin Stone this year?[/h2]

Of course, this is not only the major success that our team has accomplished. Goblin Stone also reached the end of its beta milestone for its development. We’d like to first thank our community for joining us in our final Closed Beta Test. It was a big success! Our team was able to consider some feedback and fixed most of the issues that the community has brought up during the testing period. We also focused on implementing the following changes and included it in the full game:



Smoother performance with the Homebase

Better game icons and UI







More critters and fauna in the game

More flawless goblin and enemy animations





And more!

We understand that anticipation has been building for the game's release, and you might be curious about the significance of this milestone in relation to that. Goblin Stone is at its completion with every game feature, such as game mechanics, art and story fully implemented in the game. All that's left is the continuous polishing of the game and making sure we are almost bug free until we are ready for the big day! Rest assured that we will do our best to ensure a seamless launch and to deliver a great game for everyone to enjoy. We're as eager as you are to reveal the exact date soon, so please keep an eye out for the official announcements.

[h3]Follow and Wishlist Goblin Stone[/h3]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1521970/Goblin_Stone/

2nd Closed Beta Test is now officially underway!

Greetings Gobbos! As we approach the much-anticipated launch of Goblin Stone, we're excited to share that our second Closed Beta Test is set to take place this November. Thanks to the valuable feedback we received from our first Closed Beta Test and insights gathered from previous demo updates, we've incorporated new features and improvements into the game. In gratitude to our community, we extend a heartfelt invitation to everyone to sign up and be a part of our final Closed Beta Test.

[h2]Access[/h2]
To maintain the exclusivity of this experience, we're limiting the number of participants. Selections will be made exclusively for the members of our Discord community who signed up in our CBT form. All invited participants will receive a CBT Discord role, granting access to the Closed Beta channels and the Closed Beta Build, so make sure to join our official Discord community!

[h2]Details[/h2]
Recruitment Period: November 17 - 22, 2023
For interested participants, please join our Discord first before signing up here.

Closed Beta Period: November 23 - 27, 2023
Platform: Steam / PC / Windows
Language: English Only

[h3]Features & Content:[/h3]
  • 2-4 hours of immersive side-scroller gameplay experience
  • Explore 5 procedurally generated locations including the tutorial and the lair
  • Unique scenarios, outposts and various map events for a roguelike adventure
  • Experience turn-based combat with 4 Goblin Classes and 8 unlockable abilities
  • Strategically manage and upgrade your Lair to gain advantages in your adventures
  • Build and create a diverse party by recruiting, rescuing, and even breeding goblins with different traits and genes.

We look forward to seeing you embark on this exciting journey with us. Your thoughts and feedback are invaluable, and we can't wait to hear more about your experiences with Goblin Stone!

Steam Strategy Fest & New Goblin Classes



The Steam Strategy Fest is now underway, and it's time to summon your ragtag group of goblins and unleash your strategic prowess! This is your chance to face formidable adversaries and prove your strength in the world of tactical gaming.


[h2]Craft the Perfect Goblin Adventure Party with Seven Unique Classes[/h2]
In the world of Goblin Stone, where brave goblins strive to reclaim their rightful place in a world overrun by adventurers, the diversity of your party is your most potent weapon. The Goblin Stone demo showcases six unique goblin classes, each with its distinct abilities and traits that you can build to create your ultimate goblin party. What's more, we redesigned these abilities to be even more impactful during battles, and you can put them to the test in the demo.

Meet the quirky yet formidable goblins of Goblin Stone

[h3]Guard[/h3]
Guards are the valiant defenders. Armed with their trusty shields, they stand steadfast between danger and their fellow goblins, stunning foes with their unwavering resolve.

[h3]Raider[/h3]
Raiders are the crafty opportunists, experts at lying in wait for that perfect moment to launch their sneak attacks and catch foes off-guard.






[h3]Hunter[/h3]
Hunters excel in the art of traps. They rely on strategy and precision rather than brute force to overcome adversaries, ensuring that wit and cunning prevail.

[h3]Bandit[/h3]
Bandits are the charismatic members of the party. They possess an innate understanding of what drives goblins and how to use it to their advantage.






[h3]Shaman[/h3]
Shamans serve as the spiritual guides of the goblin troupe. They harness the wisdom and strength of their ancestors to aid their comrades in times of need.

[h3]Mystic[/h3]
Mystics are the tricksters of the group, wielding arcane magic and conjuring surprises to confound their foes. Their bag of tricks is bottomless, making them unpredictable and highly resourceful.






[h2]Two Exciting Goblin Classes Join the Party in the Full Release[/h2]
But that's not all! Once the full game releases, along with the Peons we will be introducing two new goblin classes. These new additions promise to bring fresh dynamics and exciting possibilities during your adventure!

[h3]Acolyte[/h3]
Acolytes are deeply connected to the spiritual world, using their insights to guide their fellow goblins through challenges that go beyond physical combat.

[h3]Warlock[/h3]
Warlocks are the enigmatic sorcerers, delving into the dark arts and wielding power that comes at a price. Their magic taps into forbidden forces that can turn the tide of battle.

[h3]Peon[/h3]
The Peon might not be the strongest goblin, but they still play an important role. They are the designated loot carrier and are adaptable goblins, capable of changing into any class to fulfill a multitude of roles within your party.






How will you assemble your party to lead them to victory in this turn-based RPG? The choice is yours, and the adventure awaits!

[h3]Please don't forget to wishlist and play the Goblin Stone demo on Steam![/h3]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1521970/Goblin_Stone/