Howl

About

Howl is a tactical turn-based game where you battle a plague that transforms people into wolf-like creatures. You play as a lone warrior using crossbows and magic to clear infected areas, with each move requiring careful planning up to six steps ahead. The grid-based combat emphasizes positioning and resource management, blending puzzle-like strategy with medieval folklore. Your actions directly impact the battlefield, forcing you to adapt to shifting threats and environmental hazards. The game’s standout feature is its dynamic prophecy system, which generates a unique narrative during fights based on your choices. This living story weaves into the world, creating a personal folktale that evolves with your playstyle. Available on PC, consoles, and mobile devices since November 2023, Howl appeals to fans of deep strategy and narrative-driven gameplay. Its mix of challenging mechanics and mythic tone has earned praise for originality, though its difficulty curve may test newcomers.

Storyline

Howl is a turn-based tactical folktale set in medieval times. Alone in a world terrorised by a plague that turns people into wolves, you must use your weapons and your wits to survive, planning up to six steps in advance to outmanoeuvre your opponents. As you plot out your attack, you’ll also craft your own prophecy, weaving a continuous piece of scripture during the fight.