Dungeons of Hinterberg looks to blend the dungeon-crawling elements of an exhilarating action-RPG, with the laid-back notes found within a social sim like My Time at Sandrock and others. Time will tell whether it succeeds, but read on for more info regarding this latest release!
Conquer the Dungeons
Now available on Xbox and PC platforms, and launching day-one on Game Pass for Xbox, PC and Cloud, Dungeons of Hinterberg comes to us from developers Microbird Games, with Curve Games publishing.
You play as exhausted law-trainee Luisa as she looks to swap the books for the Austrian Alps, and take on the dangerous Dungeons of Hinterberg. With your sword and suite of magical skills there to aid you, a large part of this colourful adventure will see you immersed in the depths of the dungeons, complete with a number of enemies to dispatch of, and some fun puzzles to rack your brain over.
The other half of Dungeons of Hinterberg takes things above-ground, where forging new and strong relationships with the residents of Hinterberg will grant new ways to take on the dungeons – boosts to your strength and brand-new abilities are your rewards for chatting to the locals.
Key Features
- Difficulty Settings: Dungeons of Hinterberg offers three difficulty settings: Easy, Normal, and Tough. Difficulty can be adjusted at any time during your playthrough, allowing you to tailor the experience to your skill level. While Tough mode provides a stiffer challenge for seasoned adventurers, it is not intended to be an ultra-punishing experience.
- Core Gameplay Loop: The core gameplay loop revolves around a morning, midday, and evening structure. Mornings are spent in the village, planning your day and choosing which overworld area to explore. Midday is your time to delve into dungeons, tackle puzzles, or find a serene spot for meditation. Evenings are for restocking supplies like gear, potions or other shopping, socializing with the locals, and reaping the benefits of your newfound friendships.
- Social Features: Building relationships with Hinterberg’s residents is not just for the charm. Each character offers unique benefits that align with different playstyles. Some will enhance your combat prowess with sword and gear upgrades, while others will unlock new abilities or aid in exploration.
- Explore Hinterberg: There’s no pressure to conquer a dungeon every day. Take your time exploring the world, meditate to hone your skills, and approach each day at your own leisure. Hinterberg rewards a well-rounded approach to adventure.
- 25 Dungeons, each with either combat, puzzle or boss fight focus
- 20+ enemy types and numerous bosses
- 4 visually distinct biomes with 5-7 dungeons each
- 10+ unique locations to hang out in Hinterberg
- 20+ Locals and residents to interact with and forge relationships
Play Now!
Dungeons of Hinterberg is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC and Game Pass. If you don’t have a Game Pass subscription, you can pick up a copy via the Xbox Store for £24.99.
Look out for our full review of Dungeons of Hinterberg on Xbox, coming very soon!
Unfortunately, Xbox One players will not be able to play Dungeons of Hinterberg.
Dungeons of Hinterberg Description
Welcome to Hinterberg, a new tourist hotspot in the idyllic Austrian Alps! You play as Luisa, a burnt-out law trainee taking a break from her fast-paced corporate life to conquer the Dungeons of Hinterberg. There are plenty of dungeons to find and adventures to be had in Hinterberg – will Luisa be sent packing on her first day, or remain to become a Master Slayer? Only one way to find out…
Snowboard down a glacier, zipline through the forest, climb a mountain, or have a coffee by the lake… There’s no shortage of places to discover while you’re out looking for your next dungeon!
Monsters lurk around every corner in Hinterberg, and your sword and magic skills are essential for keeping them at bay. Harness the wind, conjure a snowboard out of thin air, or freeze your enemies in a jelly block!
Braving a dungeon requires more than just cutting-edge sports gear and a good sword arm: Hinterberg’s dungeons are full of puzzles that will surprise and challenge you. Use your head, your magic skills, and every trick in the book to solve them!
Spend your nights forging friendships with the locals and other adventurers! Some of them will help you get stronger or teach you new tricks, others are just here for excitement and selfies… But good relationships don’t just make your stay more memorable – they’re the key to becoming a better slayer!
