Orcs Must Die! 2

Orcs Must Die! 3 launched on July 23, 2021, introducing a new campaign and story that expanded the franchise significantly. This update also included Scramble Mode, a new gameplay feature where players face increasingly difficult orc armies. Alongside these major content drops, a wide range of new weapons and traps were added, enhancing the gameplay experience.

• New Content: The release of Orcs Must Die! 3 included:
  • New Campaign and Story: A fresh narrative for players to explore.
  • Scramble Mode: A mode where players battle orcs across 5 random levels with escalating power.
  • New Weapons and Traps: Introduced items like the Arcane Dragon, Snow Cannon, and Sawblade Launcher.
  • War Scenarios: New scenarios featuring hundreds of orcs rushing at your gates, along with exclusive traps like the Mega Boom Barrel Launcher and the Giant Flip Trap.
  • Returning Game Modes: Players could enjoy familiar modes such as Weekly Challenges and Endless.

• New Gameplay Mechanics: Updates included:
  • Unique Debuffs in Scramble Mode: Players faced levels with unique debuffs that increased challenge.
  • Buff Selection After Levels: Surviving levels allowed players to choose buffs to enhance their chances against orcs.
  • Combination of Buffs and Debuffs: Players experienced a mix of buffs and debuffs, adding strategic depth.

• Seasonal Event: Orcs Must Die! 2 had a Free Play Week from June 13 to June 20, 2021, allowing new players to try the game at no cost.

• Shop Promotion: An 80% discount on all Orcs Must Die! games and DLC was offered during the promotional period.

Orcs Must Die! Unchained launched on April 19, 2017, marking a significant expansion of the franchise with new gameplay modes and heroes. This new installment introduced 3-player team-based gameplay, allowing players to collaborate in defending against waves of enemies. Notably, the Sabotage mode debuted, where two teams of three compete in a thrilling new format.

• New Heroes: Four new heroes joined the roster, including Blackpaw, Hogarth, Stinkeye, and Bloodspike, alongside returning favorites Max and Gabriella.
• New Game Mode: Sabotage: This mode pits two teams of three against each other, focusing on both defense and sabotage strategies.
• Endless Mode Returns: The beloved Endless mode made a comeback, now featuring expanded 3-player cooperative gameplay.
• Weekly Challenges and Daily Quests: Players gained access to new challenges that unlock extra traps and upgrade parts, enhancing gameplay variety.
• Orc Week Celebration: From April 4 to April 10, players enjoyed a 90% discount on all Orcs Must Die! games and DLC, celebrating the launch of Orcs Must Die! Unchained.

Orcs Must Die! 2 launched Steam Workshop support on July 10, 2013, enabling players to create and share custom traps, trinkets, and weapons. This update also introduced the ability to craft new traps and modify existing spellbook items, enhancing gameplay and customization options significantly.

• Steam Workshop Support: Players could now create and share custom traps, trinkets, and weapons.
• Craft New Traps, Trinkets, and Weapons: Players gained the ability to construct new traps using existing Spellbook items, complete with custom textures and stats.
• Create Custom Onslaughts: This feature allowed players to modify creature waves and timing in existing levels, leading to new challenges and shared experiences.
• New Costumes for War Mages and Sorceress: Players could replace textures on existing costumes, offering new looks for their characters.
• New Onslaughts Feature: Players could create new challenges by modifying creature waves and timings in existing fortresses.