Sunderfolk is officially out today, and the team here at Dreamhaven is so excited for Xbox players around the world to experience the wonder and whimsy of Arden, and the mysterious evil that threatens its animal inhabitants.

The creators at Secret Door hand-crafted this game with a deep love for classic board games and tabletop RPGs, and a goal of creating a seamless co-op experience for both veterans and newcomers. By turning your smartphone or tablet into an all-in-one controller, Sunderfolk eliminates the traditional board game hurdles and allows players to join the adventure almost instantly.

Jump Straight into the Action

While Sunderfolk supports parties of up to four players, you only need one copy of the game to assemble a full party. On starting the game, you’ll be presented with a QR code, which can be scanned either in-person or remotely via screen share. For new players, this will download the free Sunderfolk app to your device, and a second scan of the code using the app will sign you into the game. This is where the journey begins – it’s that simple.

The host will still need an Xbox controller to navigate the main menu and basic settings, but in-game, each player controls their character on the shared screen using the app. Basic traversal, selecting moves in turn-based combat, and activating equipment are all accessible from your device, keeping the main screen free of distracting clutter. The app’s streamlined interface gives quick access to your character’s info, inventory, and rulebook, and with intuitive touch-based controls, every action is fluid and frictionless.

Easy to Learn, Thrilling to Master

Sunderfolk may be simple to pick up, but there is tremendous depth to the game’s RPG progression systems and turn-based combat. There are six distinct classes to choose from at the outset, from the brute-force Berserker to the clever Rogue, and with no set turn order, there are limitless ways for your team to prevail.

Each mission will bring your party deeper into the Sunderlands, a cavernous underground world filled with menacing foes, priceless treasures, and surprising new friends. With every victory, you’ll unravel more of the game’s story, and your party of heroes will grow stronger and better equipped to defeat the forces threatening Arden. In between outings, you’ll return home, where you can unlock and upgrade vendors, trade treasures for new equipment and skills, and deepen relationships with allies around town.

And whether you’re in for a single mission or an all-night marathon, you can save your progress until your party is ready to resume the campaign. If you get the same gang together, each player can resume their role, or a new friend can pick up where another left off (though the heroes and their respective progress will be locked to each save file). You can even control multiple characters on one device, so you’re never left shorthanded due to a party member’s last-minute visit from grandma.

The fate of Arden depends on you and your band of heroes, so grab some friends, some snacks, and a spot on the couch, and make Sunderfolk your new game night favorite! Visit sunderfolk.com to learn more, and join our growing community in our official Discord server.

Sunderfolk

Dreamhaven

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

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Sunderfolk requires a free smartphone or tablet app to play. More details below. Rediscover Game Night with the magic of Sunderfolk, a shared turn-based tactical RPG adventure where your mobile device becomes the controller*. Built with a couch co-op experience in mind, up to four players adventure through the magical and dangerous Sunderlands. *The free mobile app is required to play the game. Each player picks one of six classes (Arcanist, Bard, Berserker, Pyromancer, Ranger, or Rogue). Together, players venture out into the Sunderlands and engage in turn-based tactical combat. During combat, there is no set player turn order, so your strategy can adapt at a moment's notice to react to evolving battlefield conditions. With new enemies appearing at every turn, it's up to your party to co-operatively find the best path to success. Between missions, players return to Arden and help improve their home village. Unlock and upgrade different local vendors, build relationships with other Sunderfolk to earn rewards, and outfit characters with new Skills, Weapons, Trinkets, and more. As heroes of Arden, protect the town and its Brightshard from the corruption of shadowstone and defeat threats from the surrounding Sunderlands. Couch Co-Op First The best adventures are meant to be shared. Up to four players can play together in this new tactical RPG adventure where your mobile device becomes the controller. Step into a New World Scan a QR code on the display, download the free Sunderfolk phone app* (on both iOS and Android), and transform your phone or tablet into a controller, hand of cards, rule book, inventory, and more. All friends and family can learn to play quickly, since all they need will be in-hand. Six Unique Heroes Traditional RPG classes have been reimagined in Sunderfolk. Take up the mantle of an Arcanist, Bard, Berserker, Pyromancer, Ranger or Rogue – each with their own playstyle. Tailor your character’s strengths with Skill Cards. Power up with Trinkets and Weapons to craft your character’s build quest-to-quest. Tactical Combat Inspired by the Tabletop Each player takes their turn one at a time by choosing one of their Skill Cards to determine their character's actions. Enemies lurk around every corner, each with their own abilities and strategies, and they will challenge your party to change its approach from one encounter to the next. Rebuild the Village of Arden The village of Arden grew around the remnant of a magical substance known as brightstone, but unknown forces from lands outside have started to threaten this community's very existence. Between quests, return to Arden village to upgrade vendors, acquire new items and equipment, and befriend townsfolk for additional rewards. Four Players, One Game Share the experience of Sunderfolk with friends at no extra cost. Our rather unique mobile device as a controller mechanic lets one gamer share the adventure with three friends at no additional cost. A host can even stream a session and have friends join remotely.