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Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel is Now Steam Deck Verified!

Hey Jotunnslayers!

We're super excited to announce that Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel is now officially Steam Deck Verified✅! That means you can dive into the Norse realms and take on unrelenting hordes anywhere - whether you're on the couch, on the go, or or deep within the Svartalfheim mines.



What Steam Deck Verified means for you:
✔️ Seamless controller experience on Deck
✔️ Smooth performance with optimized visuals
✔️ No setup required - just launch and play
✔️ Intuitive UI navigation on handheld

Grab your axe, charge your Deck, and show the hordes who’s Jotunnslayer!

See you in Hel!

Hotfix 0.4.2

Bug Fixes

  • Warden’s weapons now correctly require resources to unlock.
  • Hobgoblins no longer spawn in the void during boss fights.
  • Unlocking Njord now displays the correct description and image.
  • Runner enemies in Svartalfheim (Hard mode) now spawn in correct amounts.
  • Fixed occasional crashes when returning to the main menu.

Into Hel #11: The Warden Awakens in Svartalfheim

Hey Jotunnslayers!

Welcome to the fresh episode of Into Hel #11 on Svartalfheim Descent, the latest content update that just dropped in the world of Jotunnslayer.

Take a look and see what the developers have to say about the following content:

  • A robust monstrosity called the Construct Jötunn
  • New waves of enemies
  • A Gods Duo entering the gods roster - BROKK & SINDRI
  • Abilities of the brand-new class, The Warden, exploring his noble, shield-bearing heritage and unmatched weapon expertise on the battlefield


And what else SVARTALFHEIM: A DARK NEW REALM brings in general

Besides that:

Learn more about the FIRST-EVER COMMUNITY EVENT: Hobgoblins Everywhere! We wanted to test this format, and Jozi will walk you through the rules and all clarifications.

And finally, take this as a great chance to find out what summer brings to the world of Jotunnslayer and what you should expect next.


🎥 Enjoy the full episode HERE: https://youtu.be/eZHljGwc9i0


In addition, here is the current ROADMAP status showing how many stops we are away from the upcoming 1.0 launch:





See you in HEL!

Hotfix 0.4.1 - Patch Notes

Hey Jotunnslayers! Today, we're bringing you a Hotfix 0.4.1 to address few reported issues. We're still working on additional fixes based on your feedback!

Bug Fixes
  • Crushing engines quest now spawns correctly
  • Mouse only movement during Svartalfheim bossfight was fixed
  • Svartalfheim Boss's Laser attack aiming corrected
  • Idol of Dyrgja unlock progression is now displayed correctly
  • Chest minecarts with overlapping exploding barrels don't spawn anymore
  • Standing on catapults as they come off cooldown now properly activates them
  • The Happy Hour and Cave In modifiers are now fully unlockable and playable


Thanks for your support, and keep on slaying!

Developers Play Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel

Join the developers as they dive into Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel - Svartalfheim descent update! Watch behind the scenes gameplay, and epic battles against the hordes. Witness the action firsthand!