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The rules are simple. Reach the other side and kill anyone that stands in your way. Deftly parry and rend their throats, riddle their bowels with arrows, or squish their brains between your toes. The wurm cares not for chivalry.

Nidhogg 2 is a local multiplayer, indie and action game developed and published by Messhof.
Released on August 15th 2017 is available in English on Windows and MacOS.

It has received 1,218 reviews of which 995 were positive and 223 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. 😊

The game is currently priced at 14.79€ on Steam.

The Steam community has classified Nidhogg 2 into these genres:

Local Multiplayer Indie Action Fighting Casual Multiplayer Pixel Graphics Swordplay Funny Gore 2D Fighter Violent PvP 2D Comedy Platformer Party Game Great Soundtrack Psychological Horror e-sports

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System requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows
  • OS *: Microsoft® Windows® Vista / 7 / 8 / 10
  • Processor: 3.0 GHz Dual Core CPU
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GPU with at least 256MB of VRAM
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c
  • Storage: 750 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: PS4 or Xbox 360 Controller or Direct Input compatible controller
MacOS
  • OS: Mac OS 10.7+
  • Processor: 3.0 GHz Dual Core CPU
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GPU with at least 256MB of VRAM
  • Storage: 750 MB available space

User reviews & Ratings

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May 2025
It's really not bad per se, and unlike most I quite like its art style, it's just... Why Nidhogg? Nidhogg's beauty was in its simplicity, this just feels lke a strange fanmade reskin with some new bells and whistles, yet it's licensed as THE official sequel to that silly lil game. I just don't get it. But hey, it's more Nidhogg, so I can't complain.
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Jan. 2025
It's enticing to argue that a good deal of the original Nidhogg's appeal lay in its utter simplicity - the objectives and mechanics were as basic as could be, the art style lent itself well to potato machines. So adding a roster of weapons and revamping the aesthetic to something more cartoon-like seems like it would be breaking that formula, yet Nidhogg 2 manages to retain its identity as a no-frills dueling game. It might seem like some weapons (the two-handed sword) have an obvious advantage while others (the bow) are largely useless, but it forces you to continually change the way you approach each fight without diluting the frenetic pace of each round. And while I can't say I'm the biggest fan of the new art (not least the way it's a significantly bigger drag on my CPU), there's nothing egregious or game-breaking about it - it feels almost like a console leap for the series rather than an overhaul. While I can't see myself coming back to it as often as the first game, it's still a decent time.
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Dec. 2024
The wonderfully monstrous character and setting designs blend together with the banging soundtrack to create one of my favorite games of all time. Worked flawlessly for me on the Steam Deck. Great single player mode and even better versus a friend or online. If you like the intentionally charming aesthetic, you'll love this game.
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June 2024
I was all ready to give this game zero stars as soon as I saw the character creation. Absolutely hideous game, disgusting to look at, and that’s especially offensive as Nidhogg 1 was one of the most BEAUTIFUL games I had ever played. ……and then I started playing. This game added to and perfected the original Nidhogg gameplay. It’s smoother, faster, cleaner, smarter, more challenging, simply better in everyway. Is the game still a hideous abomination in terms of the art? Yes. Is it mechanically the best Nidhogg game and one of the best games I’ve ever played? Absolutely. Only other complaint I have is the arcade was a bit too easy or maybe it’s just short. There may be a difficulty setting to extend the arcade, but it’s so minor I don’t care.
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June 2024
It reminds me of the MAD magazine artstyle.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Nidhogg 2 is currently priced at 14.79€ on Steam.

Nidhogg 2 is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 14.79€ on Steam.

Nidhogg 2 received 995 positive votes out of a total of 1,218 achieving a rating of 7.80.
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Nidhogg 2 was developed and published by Messhof.

Nidhogg 2 is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Nidhogg 2 is playable and fully supported on MacOS.

Nidhogg 2 is not playable on Linux.

Nidhogg 2 offers both single-player and multi-player modes.

Nidhogg 2 offers both Co-op and PvP modes.

There is a DLC available for Nidhogg 2. Explore additional content available for Nidhogg 2 on Steam.

Nidhogg 2 does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Nidhogg 2 supports Remote Play on TV and Remote Play Together. Discover more about Steam Remote Play.

Nidhogg 2 is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Nidhogg 2.

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Nidhogg 2
14.79€
7.8
995
223
Game modes
Multiplayer
Features
Online players
7
Developer
Messhof
Publisher
Messhof
Release 15 Aug 2017
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