Steam Playtests
Guardians of the Wall

Open now · By request

Guardians of the Wall playtest

by Boiling Bits

Guardians of the Wall is a co-op action RPG where players fight through hordes and bosses beyond humanity’s last fortress. Fast hack-and-slash combat, unique heroes, and dynamic progression await.

It's free to ask. The developer chooses who gets in.

Access
By request
On playtest since
Oct 31, 2026
Planned release
Q1 2027
Developer
Boiling Bits
Platforms
Windows
Players
Co-op, Multiplayer, Online co-op, Single-player
Languages
English

How to join the Guardians of the Wall playtest

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  3. The developer lets players in, often in batches, so it can take a while. Steam emails you when you're in, and the playtest appears in your library.

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About Guardians of the Wall

For ages, the Wall has protected the last remnants of humanity from the horrors beyond.

Now, cracks have formed — and through them, the Abyss is spilling into our world.

You are a Guardian — one of the few brave enough to venture beyond the Wall, where nightmares roam free.

Fight side by side with your allies, slay what lurks in the dark, and push back the endless tide before all is lost.

Master the Art of Combat

Combat in Guardians of the Wall is fast, furious, and built for chaos.

Charge headfirst into battle, cut through hordes of enemies, and unleash devastating abilities that turn the tide in an instant.

Switch seamlessly between melee and ranged attacks, throw grenades, and chain abilities for explosive combos.

Use dashes to stay mobile, blocks to withstand crushing blows, and let your aggression lead the way.

Each Guardian brings a unique playstyle. From brutal frontline fighters to ranged specialists and elemental casters, making every team composition feel dynamic and powerful.

Grow Stronger After Every Battle

No victory comes without scars — but every fight makes you stronger.

Collect resources, essences, and rare materials to unlock new weapons, upgrade abilities, and awaken new heroes.

Each Guardian has their own strengths, abilities, and ultimate powers.

Experiment with builds, combine your skills with your allies, and grow into an unstoppable force ready to face the next onslaught.

Progression Within Each Raid

Every expedition beyond the Wall brings its own opportunities and risks.

During each run, players can discover temporary upgrades, weapon modifications, and session-based perks that enhance their Guardian in unique ways.

Adapt your build on the fly — stack bonus damage, elemental effects, or defensive boosts — and transform your hero into a powerful force before the run ends.

When the raid is over, only permanent rewards carry back to the Bastion… but the choices you make mid-battle can decide whether your team survives to see it.

Defend Humanity’s Last Fortress

Beyond the Wall lies a dying world — filled with ruined strongholds, forgotten graveyards, and cursed battlefields.

Each mission drops you into a handcrafted arena or procedurally generated zone where the undead rise in endless waves.

Face epic bosses, gather loot, and uncover secrets buried in the ashes of civilization.

Between raids, return to the Bastion — a place of refuge, upgrades, and preparation for the next descent into chaos.

Because when the bells toll and the darkness returns…

The Wall must stand.

Key Features

  • 4-Player Co-op Action – Join forces with friends or fight solo against overwhelming hordes and epic bosses.
  • Fast Hack-and-Slash Combat – Mix melee, ranged, grenades, and abilities for explosive, fluid battles.
  • Hero Abilities & Builds – Each Guardian features a distinct combat style and customizable skills.
  • Raid and Survive – Tackle handcrafted missions and procedurally generated encounters that keep every run unpredictable.
  • Progression and Power – Gather resources, craft weapons, and unlock new heroes as your strength grows.
  • Dark Fantasy Setting – Explore haunted ruins, frozen wastelands, and cursed battlegrounds beyond the Wall.
  • Evolving Challenges – Prepare for massive world events like The Breach of the Wall that change the battlefield forever.

From the game's Steam page.