Nidhogg 2

Nidhogg 2 is a competitive sword-fighting game and the sequel to Nidhogg. Two players face off in duels, aiming to fight their way past each other and reach the opposite end of the stage. The core objective is to outmanoeuvre and kill the opponent repeatedly while advancing across ten stages, ranging from castles to the interior of the titular worm, until reaching the end to be consumed by it.

Combat is built around four distinct weapons, each with its own attack patterns and techniques, including parrying, throwing, and close-quarters strikes. Matches can be played against AI or another player locally, with support for 8-player tournaments and online matchmaking and private games. Over ten adjustable game variables allow players to alter match rules.

The game features full character customisation, allowing players to adjust their fighter’s appearance from head to toe. Visuals are created by artist Toby Dixon, and the soundtrack includes contributions from musicians such as Mux Mool, Geotic, Doseone, Osborne, and Daedelus.