What is Watcher Chronicles?
Watcher Chronicles is a 2D action RPG set in purgatory, where a group called the Watchers seeks to turn the realm into a new hell. You explore an interconnected world in a non-linear order, fight enemies by dodging, blocking, and attacking, and collect gear to develop your character.
For you if...
- +you enjoy learning to dodge and block against tough bosses
- +you like exploring connected areas and finding new equipment
- +you want to play through the game with a friend
Not for you if...
- −you want a relaxed game with little combat challenge
- −you prefer a linear route through each area
What players say
87% of 173 reviews are positive
Some players praise the combat, while others say fights grow repetitive.
Screenshots and trailer
Watcher Chronicles system requirements
As published by the developer.
Minimum
- OS
- Windows 7
- Processor
- Intel Core 2 Duo E5200
- Graphics
- GeForce 9800GTX+ (1GB)
- Memory
- 2 GB RAM
- Storage
- 2 GB available space
- DirectX
- Version 11
Recommended
- OS
- Windows 10
- Processor
- Intel Core i5
- Graphics
- GeForce GTX 560
- Memory
- 4 GB RAM
- Storage
- 2 GB available space
- DirectX
- Version 11
PC version details
DRM, required accounts, controller support and Steam features.
- DRM
- None declared on Steam
- Controller
- Full controller support
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS
- Achievements
- 25
- Steam features
- Cloud saves, Family Sharing
Steam Deck: Verified
- All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
- Shows Steam Deck controller icons
- In-game text is legible on Steam Deck
- Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck
Multiplayer and co-op
Languages
Full audio: English. Text only: Spanish - Spain, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, German.
Tags
- Souls-like
- Action RPG
- Metroidvania
- Local Co-Op
- Dark Fantasy
- 2D
- RPG
- Action
- Action-Adventure
- Indie
- Difficult
- Hack and Slash
- Open World
- Side Scroller
- Platformer
- Nonlinear
Recent updates
- Jul 13, 2022 · Update Notes July 13th
- Apr 25, 2022 · Update Notes April 25th
- Apr 23, 2022 · Update Notes April 22nd
- Apr 21, 2022 · Update Notes April 20th
- Apr 13, 2022 · Update Notes April 12th
1 DLC available.
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