Heart of Rot: Free Update for Howl - New Chapter, Abilities, and Difficulty Adjustments
Gaming Staff • March 13, 2025
Pc Games Nintendo Switch Sony Playstation Microsoft Xbox Indie Game Role Playing GameAstragon Entertainment and Mi'pu'mi Games have released a free content update, Heart of Rot, for the turn-based, tactical-narrative adventure game Howl. The update includes a new chapter set in the capital city, new enemies, a new boss level, innovative environmental mechanics, and a new character, Geli, the Chief Alchemist. Howl is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, iOS, and Android devices.
The new chapter, Heart of Rot, features 16 new tactical puzzles, two new enemy types, and a new boss level. Players can also unlock the new ability, Lightning Shot, which can be used in the main game. The update also includes improvements and adjustments to the difficulty level, such as optimization of enemy action previews, translation error corrections, and the addition of Assist Mode and Hard Mode.
Howl is set in a medieval fantasy world where a sonic plague is turning people into wolves. Players take on the role of a deaf Prophetess who must use her weapons and wits to survive. The game was released in March 2025 and has received positive reviews for its unique gameplay mechanics and engaging storyline.
Astragon Entertainment, founded in 1998, is a leading German games developer and publisher of sophisticated simulation games. The company's product range includes popular IPs such as Construction Simulator, Bus Simulator, and Police Simulator: Patrol Officers. Meanwhile, Mi'pu'mi Games is an independent developer based in Vienna, Austria, with a team of industry veterans and young talents. The studio has worked on AAA productions and franchises from clients like Io-Interactive, Remedy Entertainment, Ubisoft, MachineGames, and Red Bull.
In summary, the release of Heart of Rot for Howl offers players a new chapter, new enemies, a new boss level, and a new ability, along with improvements and adjustments to the difficulty level. Howl is available on various platforms, and the update is free for all owners of the base game. Astragon Entertainment and Mi'pu'mi Games have a strong reputation in the gaming industry, and the release of Heart of Rot further solidifies their position as developers of high-quality games.
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