Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter - Accolades Trailer
Ratdom, You’ve Spoken!
As Arlo’s ‘tail’ of revenge for the Northern Wastes continues to march onwards, your response to the Dark Wing threat has been nothing short of incredible! From epic duels to treacherous hunts, we’ve loved seeing your adventures unfold in Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter.
If you haven't joined Arlo’s fight yet, you’ve only got a few more days to take advantage of our celebratory 20% launch discount, so grab your steel of choice, get your copy of Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter, and let’s storm the battlefields of the Northern Wastes!
The next chapter of the rat tale is here, and we couldn’t be more excited to share it with you. Arlo’s journey awaits, filled with brutal combat, towering bosses, and the frozen landscapes of the Northern Wastes. And for a limited time, we’re offering a 20% launch discount – don’t miss out!
To mark the occasion, we’ve released an epic Launch Trailer showcasing the stakes of Arlo’s mission. Watch it now:
Gameplay Overview
Master brutal combat, rebuild your kingdom, and explore the Northern Wastes in six unique biomes. Want to dive deeper? Watch our Gameplay Overview Trailer and read our Steam blog post - https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2473480/view/501688781708984719?l=english
Magic & Monsters
Harness the power of Elementa and face towering bosses in your journey. Curious about the magic system and terrifying creatures? https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2473480/view/530960814475052170?l=english
Behind the Scenes
Go behind the curtain with OddBug Studio’s co-founder and lead designer, Jack, in our Tails from the Dev video. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2473480/view/4192368101129161483?l=english
Steam Deck Verified ✅
Take the fight to the Dark Wings at home or on the go – Tails of Iron 2 is Steam Deck Verified! ✅
Dive Deep into the Ratdom with the all-new Gameplay Overview Trailer!
Hear Ye, Ratkind!
The countdown is on, Warriors of the Ratdom. 🐀 Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter launches in just seven days on January 28th, inviting you to take up arms as Arlo and brave the frozen expanse of the Northern Wastes.
To get you ready for the brutal journey ahead, we’ve unveiled the Gameplay Overview Trailer, a thrilling look at the game’s visceral combat, powerful magic system, and high-stakes monster hunts. Check it out now and prepare to rise to the challenge!
The Northern Wastes
The vast, unforgiving Northern Wastes serve as the backdrop for this epic tale. With six unique biomes ranging from frozen tundras to perilous swamplands, every step of Arlo’s journey is fraught with danger. These lands are as beautiful as they are deadly, hiding secrets, treasures, and challenges for those brave enough to explore.
A Fractured Kingdom
The world of Tails of Iron 2 is one of struggle and survival. The devastating Dark Wings have returned from myth, unleashing destruction along the Ratdom’s northern frontier. It falls to Arlo, the hardened heir of the North, to unite the scattered clans and rally them under one banner. As the new Warden of Winter’s Edge, Arlo must rebuild not only his keep but also the trust of his people to stand against the returning darkness.
The Hunter and the Hunted
Monstrous beasts roam the Northern Wastes, threatening the lives of its residents. By accepting contracts from locals, Arlo can embark on hunts to take down these deadly creatures. Each of these challenges is a test of strength, strategy, and survival. The rewards? Rare materials to craft powerful equipment, glory to bolster Arlo’s legend, and the satisfaction of ridding the land of its greatest threats.
A Bastion Amid the Blizzard
Winter’s Edge, once a proud and mighty fortress, lies in ruins after the devastating assault of the Dark Wings. This ancient stronghold, nestled in the heart of the Northern Wastes, is the home that Arlo is sworn to protect and restore. Rebuilding Winter’s Edge is no easy task, but it’s vital to reclaiming the kingdom’s former glory.
Weaponry and Armour
Victory in Tails of Iron 2 depends on preparation. Weapons and armour now come with elemental buffs and resistances, making tactical decision-making more important than ever. Enemies have specific weaknesses, and choosing the right tools for the job can mean the difference between survival and defeat. From the blacksmith’s forge to the battlefield, Arlo’s arsenal is key to his success.
The Power of the Gods
Arlo’s journey introduces a game-changing feature: the Elementa magic system. Gifted by the ancient gods, Arlo can wield the devastating powers of:
Electric ⚡: Call lightning from the heavens to stun multiple enemies. Fire 🔥: Launch searing flameblasts to incinerate foes. Ice ❄️: Unleash freezing gusts to stop enemies in their tracks. Poison ☠️: Inflict lingering damage to weaken entire groups of foes.
These abilities can be upgraded throughout the game, adding layers of depth and strategy to combat. Mastering them is essential to defeating the strongest enemies and overcoming the harshest trials.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2473480/Tails_of_Iron_2_Whiskers_of_Winter?snr=2___ With launch day just around the corner, we can’t wait for you to step into Arlo’s boots and take on the challenges of the frozen North. From mastering brutal combat to rebuilding a kingdom and forging new alliances, Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter promises an unforgettable adventure.
Behold the All-New Spellcasting System in our ‘Magic & Monsters’ Trailer Now!
The wait is nearly over. Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter launches on 28th Jan, bringing a new chapter of brutality and bloodshed to the Ratdom. Set in the northern frontiers years after the original game, Tails of Iron 2 introduces a new protagonist: Arlo, heir to the Warden of the Wastes. As he battles a re-emerging ancient enemy, the stakes are higher, the challenges more intense, and the tools at his disposal more formidable than ever.
To celebrate, we’re excited to unveil our all-new Magic & Monsters trailer, introducing the awe-inspiring spellcasting system that lets Arlo harness the ancient magic of old, the might of the Elementa! Witness its incredible power below!
Harness the Power of the Elementa
For the first time in the Tails of Iron series, wield the raw power of elemental magic. After communing with the ancient rat gods, Arlo gains the ability to command Electric, Poison, Fire, and Ice—formidable forces to help turn the tide of any battle against the nefarious might of the Darkwing army.
Each of the Elementa offers unique advantages: Poison spreads through enemy ranks, dealing damage over time; Fire scorches foes with blazing flame blasts; Ice freezes enemies in place with blistering blizzards; and Electric calls down lightning to smite and stun opponents.
Throughout the lands, you’ll discover shrines devoted to specific Elementa. Interacting with these sacred sites empowers Arlo further, unlocking upgraded versions of these abilities to pack an even greater punch.
Coming January 28th
With just weeks until launch, there’s no better time to prepare for Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter. Be sure to check out the trailer above, and stay tuned for more updates as the journey to the northern wastes continues!
Tails of Iron is on sale now! Dive into a dark, hand-drawn world where you, as Redgi, the heir to the Rat Throne, must restore your kingdom by battling the vicious Frog Clan. This souls-like RPG adventure is filled with brutal combat and rich storytelling.
Master Brutal Combat: From dodging frog scum to taking on massive bosses, your combat skills will be put to the test.
Explore a Treacherous Kingdom: Travel across a vast kingdom of unique biomes, each filled with secrets and challenges.
Craft and Brew: Collect rare ingredients to cook feasts and forge powerful weapons.
Engage in Savage Boss Fights: Face off against the deadly Frog Clan’s generals.
With a captivating hand-drawn art style and deep, raspy narration by Doug Cockle, Tails of Iron is an adventure you won’t want to miss. Get ready to fight for the throne!
Sharpen Your Axe! Brutal Gamescom Trailer Unveils Tails of Iron 2 Release Date!
Hear Ye, Ratkind!
A new saga is about to begin… We’re thrilled to announce that Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter is officially launching in February 2025! Get ready to take up the mantle of Arlo, son of the Warden of the North, pick up a sharpened battle axe (or broadsword or spear… there are plenty of weapons of choice!) and defend your homeland after the devastating attack by the Dark Wings - an ancient evil from the frozen wastelands beyond.
In our brand new trailer, we’ve unveiled fresh gameplay footage showcasing Arlo’s brutal journey of survival and revenge. The Viking-esque aesthetic of this new story is emphasized by Fever Ray’s haunting 2008 track, ‘If I Had a Heart’ – we think it’s a fitting accompaniment to the harsh and unforgiving world Arlo must navigate through in the game.
The new release date ensures we can provide the very best experience possible, and we absolutely cannot wait to reveal what’s in store for would-be vikings come early 2025.
Your Feedback & Next steps
We were truly humbled to see so many of you dive into the demo during June’s Steam Next Fest. Your enthusiasm and support means everything to us, and we’ve been listening closely to your feedback. Many of you enjoyed the new gameplay mechanics we introduced, but there was one point that needed a little attention – the weapon sharpening mechanic.
Thanks to your invaluable feedback, we’re making the following adjustments to the game at launch:
Whetstones will now act more like weapon buffs; when used, they will increase the weapon's damage output for a limited time, similar to the poison mechanic in the original Tails of Iron.
Weapons will no longer dull, resulting in bounce back and the inability to hit enemies. This has been entirely removed.
Managing the ‘health’ of the whetstone is no longer a requirement.
Whetstones are now purchasable at the shop and can also be found in the world and as an enemy drop.
We believe these changes will make for a more fluid and enjoyable experience, and we’re incredibly grateful for your input, which has been essential in refining the game. With these improvements, we’re looking forward to bringing you an adventure truly worthy of the Viking sagas of old!
Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter - Your feedback & Demo Extension
Hear ye, Ratkind…
We are truly humbled to see so many of you play the demo for our upcoming squeak-quel, Tails of Iron 2, during Steam Next Fest. Your ongoing enthusiasm and support mean the absolute world to us.
Your Feedback Matters!
The Steam Next Fest was a great opportunity for us to hear your honest thoughts and feedback on our upcoming action-RPG, especially considering the new gameplay mechanics we’ve added, largely based on community responses to the original game. On the whole, we’re delighted to see an overwhelmingly positive reaction, with just one element - the weapon sharpening mechanic - seeming to need a little tweaking based on popular consensus. Having taken on board all of your feedback, we’re pleased to confirm that the whetstone sharpening will receive the following adjustments ahead of the full game’s launch later this year:
Whetstones will now act more like weapon buffs; when used, they will increase the weapon's damage output for a limited time, similar to the poison mechanic in the original Tails of Iron.
Weapons will no longer dull, resulting in bounce back and the inability to hit enemies. This has been entirely removed.
Managing the ‘health’ of the whetstone is no longer a requirement.
Whetstones are now purchasable at the shop and can also be found in the world and as an enemy drop.
We strongly believe these changes significantly improve the weapon sharpening mechanic, providing further accessibility and flexibility in gameplay. We’re truly grateful for your feedback, which has again proven invaluable as we continue to refine the game. And with that in mind…
Demo Extended!
Originally, the Tails of Iron 2 demo was only supposed to be live for the duration of Steam Next Fest. However, due to the overwhelming response and to provide more of you with a chance to play, we’re excited to announce the demo period has been extended! This gives you more time to explore, battle, and experience the opening of Arlo’s epic saga of revenge against the devastating Dark Wings.
An expanded campaign of violence and revenge Whiskers of Winter’s ‘tail’ of Arlo’s fight against the ferocious Dark Wing Bats is an intense experience, featuring a semi-open RPG world set across six varied biomes to explore, and new animal factions to discover.
Challenging combat Building upon the series’ trademark hardcore combat, Tails of Iron 2 features enhanced weapons gameplay, including four elemental effects (fire, ice, electricity, and poison) to imbue Arlo’s arsenal with unique abilities to use against foes.
Giant Monster Hunting Side Quests To tip the balance against the new fanged army of Dark Wing Bats, Arlo can track down and overcome 15 gigantic and challenging beasts to harvest their cadavers for rare upgrade materials.
Improved base building Construct and upgrade the devastated settlement of Winter’s Edge to gain access to more powerful items from the smithy, tastier meals at the kitchen, a wider range of powerful traps from the shoppe, and more!
Day and night system Arlo will face different foes depending on the time of day, with more enemy types added as additional monsters are hunted down and vanquished.
Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter - Tails from the Devs - Demo live now!
Hear ye, Ratkind!
We hope you’re enjoying the Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter Steam Next Fest demo! We’ve been reading your comments and feedback, and are thrilled to see so many of you already playing the opening of Arlo’s saga of slaughter and vengeance (remember, available this week only!)
As premiered during IGN Live, check out our latest video below, in which Jack Bennett, co-founder of OddBugStudios and Lead Designer of Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter, burrows deep into the creation of the upcoming ‘squeak-uel’, and what it means for the Tails of Iron franchise.
Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter features:
- An expanded campaign of violence and revenge Whiskers of Winter’s ‘tail’ of Arlo’s fight against the ferocious Dark Wing Bats is an intense experience, featuring a semi-open RPG world set across six varied biomes to explore, and new animal factions to discover.
- Challenging combat Building upon the series’ trademark hardcore combat, Tails of Iron 2 features enhanced weapons gameplay, including four elemental effects (fire, ice, electricity, and poison) to imbue Arlo’s arsenal with unique abilities to use against foes.
- Giant Monster Hunting Side Quests To tip the balance against the new fanged army of Dark Wing Bats, Arlo can track down and overcome 15 gigantic and challenging beasts to harvest their cadavers for rare upgrade materials.
- Improved base building Construct and upgrade the devastated settlement of Winter’s Edge to gain access to more powerful items from the smithy, tastier meals at the kitchen, a wider range of powerful traps from the shoppe, and more!
- Day and night system Arlo will face different foes depending on the time of day, with more enemy types added as additional monsters are hunted down and vanquished.
OFFICIAL CROSSOVER - Lords of the Fallen x Tails of Iron 2
Greetings Loyal Rodents,
In celebration of Steam Next Fest (play the Tails of Iron 2 demo NOW!), we’re delighted to announce an upcoming crossover between Lords of the Fallen and the equally dark, gritty and gruesome action-RPG, Tails of Iron 2, out later this year.
Sequel to the critically-acclaimed 2021 release, Tails of Iron 2 takes place in the vast, snow-ravaged lands of the Northern Wastes, home to giant beasts and ragtag bandits. As Arlo, heir to the late Warden of the North, prepare to embark on an epic adventure to overcome the tyrannical Count Kazak and his army of bewinged terrors.
Hidden throughout the world are pieces of a legendary sword and armour set, which you might just recognise. Black as night and burnished from battle, the fabled ensemble bears an ancient sigil. The sigil of… the Dark Crusader.
Featuring fast soulslike combat, epic boss battles, and brutal monster hunts, all set in an expansive RPG world, play the opening of Arlo’s epic saga now with the Steam Next fest demo!
PLAY THE DEMO - Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter is Part of Steam Next Fest
Hear ye, Ratkind!
We are calling all rats from the South to listen to this important announcement from the North! We’re thrilled to announce that Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter is officially part of Steam Next Fest, meaning you experience the opening of Arlo’s epic saga of revenge against the devastating Dark Wings RIGHT NOW thanks to a limited time demo. Available this week only, answer the call from the devastated walls of Winter’s Edge… before it’s too late!
If, for whatever reason, you’re not already hammering that download button, then check out these two chilling trailers introducing Arlo’s quest for vengeance in Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter:
Announcement Trailer
Gameplay Trailer
Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter features:
- An expanded campaign of violence and revenge Whiskers of Winter’s ‘tail’ of Arlo’s fight against the ferocious Dark Wing Bats is an intense experience, featuring a semi-open RPG world set across six varied biomes to explore, and new animal factions to discover.
- Challenging combat Building upon the series’ trademark hardcore combat, Tails of Iron 2 features enhanced weapons gameplay, including four elemental effects (fire, ice, electricity, and poison) to imbue Arlo’s arsenal with unique abilities to use against foes.
- Giant Monster Hunting Side Quests To tip the balance against the new fanged army of Dark Wing Bats, Arlo can track down and overcome 15 gigantic and challenging beasts to harvest their cadavers for rare upgrade materials.
- Improved base building Construct and upgrade the devastated settlement of Winter’s Edge to gain access to more powerful items from the smithy, tastier meals at the kitchen, a wider range of powerful traps from the shoppe, and more!
- Day and night system Arlo will face different foes depending on the time of day, with more enemy types added as additional monsters are hunted down and vanquished.
