Bad North: Jotunn Edition is a Action, Simulation game from Plausible Concept, Oskar Stålberg with a 93% positive Steam review signal. Indie Lantern indexes it for players browsing by weird, single-player.
Game snapshot
- Developer
- Plausible Concept, Oskar Stålberg
- Release year
- 2018
- Playtime
- Varies by player
- Price
- $2.99
- Review signal
- 93% positive
Screenshots
System requirements
PC
- Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7+ Processor: AMD Athlon X4 5350, Intel Core i3-2100T or equivalent Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 480M, Radeon HD 6790 or equivalent DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 200 MB available space Sound Card: Yes
- Recommended
- OS *: Windows 7+ Processor: AMD Athlon X4 605e, Intel Celeron G1610 or equivalent Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Radeon HD 7850, GeForce GTX 470 or equivalent DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 200 MB available space Sound Card: Yes
macOS
- Minimum
- OS: OS X 10.8+ Processor: 2.50Ghz Intel core i3 or equivalent Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: ATI Radeon HD 5750 1GB Storage: 200 MB available space Sound Card: Yes Additional Notes: Apple M1 chipsets are not supported
From Steam reviews
Review notes
Bad North: Jotunn Edition is worth a closer look if you want replayable, tactical combat, controller friendly, and solo-friendly.
Best for players who want nautical, strong atmosphere, replayable, and tactical combat.
replayable
FitThe structure gives reasons to return rather than finish once.
tactical-combat
Play stylePositioning, planning, and combat choices carry weight.
controller-friendly
FitController, gamepad, or Steam Deck play comes up as a plus.
solo-friendly
FitIt still makes sense as a solo play choice.
nautical
SettingWater, boats, fishing, or sea travel are important to the feel.
strong-atmosphere
ToneThe mood, place, and presentation carry a lot of the experience.
Steam review snapshots
At first glance, it looks like a peaceful, lo-fi indie experience; you are presented with beautifully clean, procedurally generated diorama islands floating…You don’t micro-manage individual soldiers or tell them how to swing their swords; instead, you command the high-level positioning of your units…The juxtaposition of the clean, adorable art style against the dark reality of war—where the pristine white snow of each island slowly…The Jotunn Edition content expansion perfectly fleshes out the experience, adding unlockable commander traits, unique starting items, and meta-progression elements that elevate…Why it fits
Good for solo players who want tactical combat, strong atmosphere, and a replayable experience. Tactical combat with meaningful positioning and planning. Replayable structure that gives reasons to return. Strong atmosphere and a nautical feel. Single-player focus on Windows and macOS.
Who might skip it
You want fast, direct action without tactical decisions. You are not interested in a solo-focused game. You prefer a lighter atmosphere.