Hi! Yesterday we released the game in the late afternoon our time. On behalf of the whole team, Id like to thank everyone for their interest in the game and their kind words. I also appreciate any criticism of the game, because thats the only way we can improve it. The reception so far seems positive, and were keeping an eye out for any issues players have with either the technical side of the game or gameplay issues, and are focused to resolve them as quickly as we humanly can. Please note that our team is not large. We are 9 people doing their all, wearing many hats, and are happy to listen to players to make this game the best it can be. If youre experiencing any startup issues, or crashes, or graphical problems, we encourage you to tell us about them and well try to help you resolve them. We already have one patch planned for today, to fix two crashes and some set of smaller issues we found that we can fix quickly during the day today. General feedback on the forums is very appreciated and useful, and weve got a list of about 30 items to get fixed and/or improved in future patches. On the topic of patches, our aim is to put out at least 1 patch a week. Were still discussing whether they would go out on Fridays or Wednesdays, the former being the end of the week, and the latter being our usual blog post day which also gives us the opportunity to address any issues that may arise after the patches go live. These patches would contain bug fixes, QoL improvements, balance changes, and additional content we make during early access. Theres a patch coming out today for sure either way. Join our Discord server for some direct communication and just hanging out. Thank you. MarkoP https://store.steampowered.com/app/600610/The_Hand_of_Merlin/

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The Hand of Merlin is a turn-based rogue-lite RPG in which Arthurian legend clashes with cosmic horror. Recruit a company of up to three mortal heroes and guide them in spirit on a desperate journey from Albion to Jerusalem. Explore a richly-imagined medieval setting on the brink of apocalypse. Trade with merchants, improve your heroes and unearth ancient relics. Search for the lost fragments of your soul, scattered across the multiverse - and save as many worlds as you can.


Enjoy a compelling story inspired by Arthurian legend, the Matter of France, and the history of Al-Andalus - with an unusual twist. Make choices in interactive encounters that change every time you play. Written by Jonas Kyratzes (The Talos Principle, Serious Sam 4) and Verena Kyratzes (The Lands of Dream, Serious Sam 4).


Master the tactics of squad-based and turn-based combat to conquer both human and demonic foes. Your enemies will be tough and ruthless; make use of cover, set up ambushes and coordinated attacks, harness synergies between different Hero classes and skills.




Carve a path across the lands of Albion, Marca Hispanica and Al-Andalus. Will you take a dangerous route, risking life and limb in pursuit of a legendary relic? Or will you choose a safer path? Plan and prepare. Negotiate, barter, fight. Tackle challenges. Suffer losses. Recruit new Heroes. Earn Gold, Supplies and Renown. Be careful: your choices are permanent, as is death. But don't tarry - evil never rests.


Use Renown to level up your Heroes, and choose between a randomized set of new skills or improved attributes. But choose wisely! Select skills with great synergy and balance your party for the road ahead.




As you jump from one parallel dimension to the next, history is reshaped. Different kings rule the land, changing the encounters, characters, and events. No two worlds are ever quite the same, and each journey will be unique. And should your heroes fall, remember: defeat is not the end, only a new beginning.


Seek out towns to improve your arms and armor, or stumble upon hermit artisans in the wild. With every day that passes, the world plunges deeper into darkness, and you will need all the equipment gold can buy.


From a peasant's humble luck charm to the legendary sword wielded by Arthur himself, items imbued with magical power are scattered about the world. Some you will be able to purchase from merchants and collectors, but others will have to be earned through acts of heroism - or displays of wit.



Rain thunder and brimstone upon your foes! Seek out and gather Soulstones to restore your power and unlock new Spells. Even if defeated, your spirit will retain all of your collected arcane knowledge as you jump into the next dimension.


There are as many worlds as there are stars in the sky. In each stands Camelot; in each there is a Grail. But there is only one Merlin, and his eternal burden is to stand against the horror from beyond. Each world that is saved is saved forever; each world that is lost is lost for good.

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