SWORN turns Arthurian legend into a co-op roguelike you can try free this weekend
Step into a dark, twisted Camelot as a Soulforged knight on a mission to reclaim a fallen kingdom. In SWORN, King Arthur and his rogue knights have been corrupted by a sinister power, and familiar legends like Merlin and Nimue cross your path as allies or obstacles. You can brave the darkness alone or team up with up to three friends, making it a rare roguelike that’s just as compelling in co-op as it is solo.
What makes SWORN stand out is its deep buildcraft and replayability. Across shifting, procedurally generated runs, you’ll experiment with more than 200 boons that shape your knight’s identity through weapons, spells, and layered skill trees. Progress carries forward through the Beacon of Avalore, a progression system that steadily forges your character into a true champion, giving each attempt a clear sense of growth.
Early hands-on impressions from Gamescom 2024 painted SWORN as a dark medieval take on Hades with a standout co-op loop. The upgrade system and medieval fantasy vibe earned particular praise, though newcomers may find the abundance of choices overwhelming, and the story tends to take a back seat to frantic combat. On Steam, the community response has been strong so far, with roughly 2,700 reviews and about 82% rated positive.
Want to see what the hype is about? SWORN is free to play on Steam from August 29 through September 1. The game is currently in Early Access at around $25, and it’s Steam Deck Verified for those who prefer to play on the go.
If you’re craving a fast, flexible roguelike with meaningful progression and drop-in co-op, this knight’s quest through a cursed Camelot is well worth a weekend run.
