11 bit studios is proud to announce that Death Howl, the critically acclaimed soulslike deckbuilder, launches today. Developed by The Outer Zone, Death Howl invites players into a haunting Spirit World. Here you will find that grief becomes the catalyst in an unforgiving journey.
Playing as Ro, a mother determined to reclaim her son from death. you must master unforgiving grid-based tactical combat and craft deadly decks from over 160 cards. With its unique fusion of strategic deckbuilding and a punishing soulslike mechanics, where resting revives enemies and every mistake is punished, Death Howl challenges players to learn and adapt – or die.
Following its PC release, Death Howl is rated “Very Positive” among players, with critics praising its masterful blend of seemingly disparate genres. The game’s minimalistic woodcut-inspired pixel art and Scandinavian folklore atmosphere create an eerie, myth-shrouded world that lingers long after the final card is played.
In March 2026 players will be introduced to Rebirth – an even more punishing version of the campaign featuring evolved enemies with new abilities and enhanced stats. Among a few other tweaks, Rebirth is designed for experienced hunters seeking a challenge.
Death Howl will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S (with day one Xbox Game Pass), Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2 from February 19th. Don’t miss out on Death Howl’s no-mercy approach to deckbuilding and its profound narrative of loss, healing, and resilience to console players worldwide.
