Sunderfolk, a Tactical Tabletop-Inspired Adventure Launches on April 23

Dreamhaven development studio Secret Door today announced Sunderfolk, a tactical co-op adventure inspired by a deep love of tabletop gaming, will launch on Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch on April 23, 2025, for $49.99 USD. Future heroes of the Sunderlands can wishlist the game now on Steam, the PlayStation Store, Xbox, and the Nintendo eShop. Players eager to try the game can play the free, exclusive First Look Demo on the NVIDIA GeForce NOW cloud gaming service, available today through April 7.

Sunderfolk’s First Look Demo showcases the game’s early experience with all playable characters unlocked. Players can replay the demo to experiment with different character combinations and gameplay strategies. Be among the first to try it with NVIDIA GeForce NOW. To access the demo, players can simply create a membership with NVIDIA GeForce NOW and launch Sunderfolk, along with the Sunderfolk mobile app to use as the game’s controller. Signing up for an NVIDIA GeForce NOW membership is free-no paid membership is required to play Sunderfolk’s First Look Demo.

The news was revealed during the Dreamhaven Showcase presented by The Game Awards. Check out the release date gameplay trailer here.

In Sunderfolk, players embark on an enthralling quest through the Sunderlands to save their peaceful animal village, Arden, from a mysterious corruption. Using a phone or tablet as a controller for the onscreen action, players explore vibrant locations, encounter colorful characters, challenge fearsome monsters, and discover hidden secrets. With no elaborate setup, rulebooks, or materials needed, Sunderfolk is a streamlined alternative to the traditional tabletop gaming experience, bringing tabletop veterans and casual players together to enjoy a charming fantasy adventure in an accessible format. Like its tabletop inspirations, only one copy of Sunderfolk is needed to play the game with friends. The Sunderfolk controller app is free to download on iOS and Android devices.

“As longstanding tabletop gaming fans, we at Secret Door know all too well how difficult it can be to get new players together for a shared experience. Learning rules, perceived complexity, and setup times can create challenges for playing with our loved ones,” said Chris Sigaty, studio head of Secret Door. “Our goal with Sunderfolk is to leverage modern technology to make game night something everyone can enjoy.”

“At its core, Sunderfolk is about the joy of playing together-laughter, strategy, and making memories,” said Mike Morhaime, CEO and cofounder of Dreamhaven. “Just like the tabletop games that inspired it, Sunderfolk creates lasting bonds between friends and family with each session. There is something for everyone to enjoy in the game, whether you consider yourself a seasoned player or someone who’s along for the ride. We look forward to watching your journey unfold in the Sunderlands when Sunderfolk launches on April 23.”

Key features include:

• Rediscover Game Night: Up to four players can play Sunderfolk, with each player’s phone or tablet acting as a seamless interface for character management and controlling the action on a television or local/streamed monitor screen for a fresh spin on the classic game night experience.
• Answer the Call to Adventure: Choose to play as one of six distinctive heroes with varying abilities and strategic roles-Arcanist, Bard, Berserker, Pyromancer, Ranger, or Rogue. Heroes can be tailored and customized with weapons, armor, items, and skills as they level up, enabling players to create a robust, well-rounded party equipped to overcome the challenges ahead.
• Step Into a New World: Sunderfolk is a handcrafted fantasy setting full of imaginative locations, exotic creatures, and eccentric characters. Dark forces emerge from the Sunderlands and threaten Arden; it is up to the players to protect the peaceful village and its inhabitants. Arden serves as a base of operations that expands with new shops and services as players progress through the game. Return to Arden between missions to upgrade vendors for more items and equipment and befriend the townsfolk to gain rewards.
• Put Tactics to the Test: In combat, players must strategize positioning and turn order, selecting from their deck of Skill Cards to execute movements, attacks, and use items. Luck is also involved, with Fate Cards playing every turn that can impact their effectiveness. Players gain experience and rewards as they complete missions, gradually unlocking ways to customize decks. The key to victory is understanding the heroes’ strengths and collaborating on a strategy based on the battle map and monsters in play.