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Northgale

Harness the spirit of the Northern Wind in this cozy, physics-based exploration adventure. Soar through a hand-painted Nordic landscape with your kite, rescue hidden gnomes, and unlock new flight abilities to restore your ruined homestead. A peaceful journey inspired by Scandinavian folklore.

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About the Game

Welcome to Northgale

Master flight with your wind-possessed kite. Restore its power and return the Northwind to its mountain throne.

Master the wind

Wield the shattered god of the Northwind. What starts as a simple glide will evolve into mastery over the skies. Discover new abilities to overcome obstacles and conquer previously unreachable locations. Explore the secrets of an interconnected world designed for replayability!

Your own protagonist!

Scour the landscape for hidden dyes and patterns. Tailor your protagonist’s look to reflect your journey through majestic fjords and misty forests.

Exploration & Puzzles

The world is your puzzle. Solve wind-based challenges and navigate treacherous terrain. Use your kite to manipulate ancient mechanisms, open gates, and clear the path forward without ever drawing a weapon.

Scenery looking out over a forest enviroment

Restore Balance

The Northwind’s uncontrolled powers have thrown the land into chaos. Solve puzzles & overcome challenges to return these powers to the source and aid those you meet along the way. Gather resources on your journey to restore your ruined home, visually transforming a broken sanctuary into a thriving haven.

Screenshot of homestead building before the storm

Restore the north wind's might

Explore a world steeped in Norwegian folklore. From lush valleys to frozen peaks, discover a land thrown into chaos. You carry no weapons, so you must outmaneuver the danger. Dodge hazards, master your flight, and turn the environment against the corruption to reclaim the land.

Image of a misty pine forest.

Features:

  • Master the Skies: Physics-based kite flying that evolves as you play.

  • Exploration Adventure: A cozy exploration with a wholesome narrative to help those in need.

  • Norwegian Folklore: Creatures and narrative deeply rooted in folklore stories.

  • Restore Your Home: Gather resources and rebuild your now ruined home.

  • Customize: Find hidden dyes and patterns to customize your appearance.