While adventuring often focuses on battling through hordes of terrifying creatures, the quiet moments in between these intense encounters are just as crucial. For tabletop RPG (TTRPG) enthusiasts, the tension of resting after a harrowing adventure, only to face new threats from the shadows, is all too familiar. This is the core concept behind Set A Watch, a strategic puzzle game that originated as a board game and is now making its way to digital platforms including Steam, iOS, and Android.
Set A Watch challenges players to keep a campfire burning amidst relentless waves of monsters. Between these waves, players must prepare for the next onslaught, adding a layer of strategy and anticipation to the game. You'll choose from six unique heroes, assemble your party, and roll dice to navigate various challenges and fend off the creatures lurking in the darkness.
This game ingeniously transforms the simple act of resting into a compelling blend of tower defense, strategy, and puzzle-solving RPG elements. It captures the essence of surviving an extended battle against the forest's lurking dangers.
You gain the benefits of a long rest
While Set A Watch has a Steam page, specific release dates and listings for iOS and Android are yet to be announced. Keep an eye out for more updates as we closely follow its development and eventual launch.
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