Myrkvidr: A Nordic Horror
Adventure
A narrative-driven Nordic horror game set in 17th-century Scandinavia.
Enter the Shadowy Realm of 17th-Century Scandinavia
Discover the haunting beauty of Myrkvidr, a third-person horror adventure set in a 17th-century Scandinavian world rich in detail and shrouded in ancient mystery. Your journey will lead you through foreboding landscapes teeming with legendary creatures from the darkest Nordic folklore.
Choose Your Path
Embrace the role of either Eirik, a warrior haunted by his past, or Estrid, a seer and healer guided by foresight. Each character offers a unique perspective to the story, leading to distinct encounters, quests and revelations.
Folklore Entities
Myrkvidr is filled with beings drawn from Scandinavian folklore. Encounter Näcken, Gloson, Mare and Huldra, only a few of the countless spirits that linger in the Scandinavian wilds.
An Immersive Horror Experience
Myrkvidr blends exploration, atmosphere and choice-driven storytelling into a deeply immersive psychological horror experience.
Forge Your Saga
In Myrkvidr, every decision has a consequence. Your choices shape the story, the journey, and the person you become. Each action leaves a mark that echoes through the world and the fate that awaits you.
Gameplay
Features
Experience immersive Nordic horror through strategic choices and exploration.
Exploration
Explore dense Scandinavian forests, forgotten villages and ancient ruins. Discover hidden paths, secret locations and uncover the dark history of the land.
Combat
Confront human opponents and creatures from Scandinavian folklore through cinematic, grounded combat, stealth and avoidance.
Puzzle Solving
Unravel environmental puzzles inspired by folklore. Interpret mystical symbols and uncover hidden fragments.
Atmosphere & Sound
Immerse yourself in a haunting soundscape shaped by wind, whispers and distant hymns.
Meaningful Choices
Engage in meaningful conversations. Your choices shape relationships and influence how the story unfolds.
Psychological Horror
Experience a blend of psychological tension, atmospheric dread and well-timed moments of terror.
Third-Person Immersion
Experience Myrkvidr through an immersive third-person perspective. Every shadow, sound and sudden movement will keep you on edge as you navigate through the haunting Nordic landscapes.
Dynamic World
The world responds to your actions. Time of day affects visibility and encounters, weather influences gameplay and your reputation with folklore beings determines how they interact with you.
The
Protagonists
Experience the story through two unique perspectives.
Eirik
After years of war under the Carolean banner, Eirik returns to find his home abandoned and his family gone. Locals whisper of strange sounds and disappearances in the forest. With nothing left to lose and driven by hope, he sets out on a mission to find his beloved.
Estrid
Accused of witchcraft as sickness and disappearances plague her village, Estrid is cast out and forced to live in exile. Haunted by visions and drawn by distant whispers from the forest, she sets out to uncover what calls to her from the darkness within.
Visuals &
Atmosphere
Explore the haunting beauty of Myrkvidr.
Official Teaser Trailer
Experience your first glimpse into the dark and mysterious world of Myrkvidr. Watch as ancient folklore comes to life in this haunting announcement trailer featuring gameplay footage, atmospheric environments and encounters with legendary creatures.
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