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Death Howl Confirmed For Launch This December
Death Howl has been given a release date as the souldlike deckbuilder will be released on PC via Steam in a couple of weeks
Article Summary
- Death Howl, a soulslike deckbuilder, launches December 9, 2025 from The Outer Zone and 11 Bit Studios.
- Players follow Ro, a grieving mother, on a supernatural quest through haunting, myth-filled lands.
- Build your deck, craft powerful cards, and master shamanic totems to challenge ruthless spirit foes.
- Experience gripping grid-based combat and an atmospheric, emotional story of grief and resilience.
Indie game developer The Outer Zone and publisher 11 Bit Studios confirmed the release date for their upcoming game, Death Howl. The team recently dropped a new trailer, which you can see here, revealing the game will be released on December 9, 2025. Enjoy checking it out as it shows off more of the soulslike deckbuilder.

Death Howl
In forgotten lands shrouded by myth, Ro—a hunter from a small tribe—is overcome by grief following the death of her beloved son. Guided by voices from another world, she transcends into the realm of spirits, in hopes of bringing him back. Death Howl weaves an atmospheric tale of grief, healing, and resilience. As Ro, you'll face relentless spirits in turn-based battles that challenge your tactical sense and adaptability. To succeed, you must craft and master decks of powerful cards and use shamanic totems while unearthing forgotten tales and secrets that shape Ro's path.
- Master Your Deck-Building Skills: Explore the realm of spirits and gather ingredients to craft cards from each region. Discover shamanic totems to enhance your deck and cast a variety of melee and ranged spells to balance your offensive and defensive skills. Each new card lets you tailor your tactical style while preparing for your next deadly encounter.
- Engage in Grid-Based Combat: Face a host of restless and eerie spirits in grid-based battles where each move is crucial. Test your wit by fighting unique enemy types and powerful bosses. Grow stronger, adapt your deck, and choose your battles as you explore grim lands like the Forest of Howling Shadows or Meadows of Delusion.
- A Mother's Grief, A Spirit's Journey: Take part in a mother's spiritual journey through grief, where every step uncovers a new layer of her story, reflecting themes of love, loss, and the path of acceptance. Discover a mysterious world of forgotten lore, where darkness whispers secrets and invites you to unearth buried memories.










