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How to install Enshrouded on Windows
In order to install this game on your Windows PC whether that be Windows 10 or Windows 11, just follow the instructions below.
- Choose where you want to download the game from:
- Once you are done downloading it, click the Enshrouded icon on your desktop or start menu and enjoy.
With that out of the way, you can now dive in to see if this game actually worth your time and money. I had no choice but to try this game, no choice? What do I mean? Well all the sudden I got an email from one of my subscriptions that told me that Enshrouded was trending, within just 4 days of its launch, it has already sold over 1 million copies, such success is reminding me of the mega viral game known as Palworld that we featured a couple weeks ago. Anyway, so I quickly downloaded it(at the original time of this post, the game is still in the early access phase meaning that the game will use the communities feedback to fix major bugs or add new features before the game is officially released). The game is stable so far, hence the millions of sales and it is constantly having close to 15k players worldwide playing at the same time, that is impressive, especially for a game that seemed like it had minimal marketing and it just burst onto the seen. You have to give credit to the developers, Keen Games GmbH, the german gaming company and they also behind other games like Portal Knights and a few others, most of them not well known but all of them pretty fun to play.
How is the gameplay like?
The gameplay is quite interesting, the gameplay offers a fun and well, unique survival, crafting, and action RPG combat style, all set in a big open-world continent that leans into exploration and adventure. As the Flameborn, the last ember of hope for a dying race, you are thrust into the role of a savior in a world shrouded in a corrupting fog. You must navigate through forests, caves, and dungeons, and you basically never know what you will find as you will find tons of secrets and hidden treasures just about everywhere.
The action rpg is where the game really gets good, players must face off against a variety of bosses and monsters. The game offers a blend of melee, ranged, and magic weapon options, giving you the freedom to tailor your own unique combat style.
Another great part, and actually my personal favorite, is the ability to build your own houses, buildings and craft your own weapons. Players can forge their path by building grand halls and creating tools and weapons necessary for survival. The game encourages players to hunt, gather, and craft, gradually building up their hero to take on the various challenges that await in the corrupted lands.
Enshrouded also stands out with its cooperative multiplayer aspect, supporting up to 16 players. This feature adds a social dimension to the game, allowing players to team up, share resources, and face challenges together.
Pros:
- Captivating World: Explore a vast and dynamic open world shrouded in mystery, with vibrant ruins, diverse biomes, and secrets to uncover.
- Engaging Gameplay: Combine survival, crafting, and action-packed RPG combat to forge your own path through a challenging and rewarding world.
- Customization: Choose your playstyle with a deep skill tree, craft unique gear, and build your own fortress or village, leaving your mark on the world.
- Compelling Narrative: Unravel the secrets of the Shroud and a fallen civilization, making impactful choices that influence the world and its inhabitants.
- Active Development: Be part of shaping the future of the game through Early Access and continuous updates based on community feedback.
- High Replayability: Experience the rich world and dynamic encounters with diverse playthrough options, ensuring hours of exploration and adventure.
Cons:
- Early Access: Expect potential bugs, performance issues, and unfinished features that may impact your gameplay experience(at the original time of posting).
- Steep Learning Curve: The combination of survival, crafting, and complex combat systems can be overwhelming for new players.
- Repetitive Grinds: Gathering resources and crafting can become repetitive, especially for players who prefer fast-paced action.
- Combat Balance: Balancing diverse skills and enemy types can be challenging, potentially leading to overpowered strategies or frustrating encounters.
- Limited End-game Content: While the world exploration and narrative offer rich experiences, the end-game may feel lacking for players seeking long-term goals.
- Technical Requirements: The game’s voxel-based world and complex systems may require a powerful PC for optimal performance.
What is Enshrouded about?
Enshrouded is is a multi-genre action RPG and survival game that works on your Windows 10 and Windows 11 PCs. In Enshrouded, you rise as the Flameborn, a flickering ember of hope in a world consumed by the Shroud, a creeping fog that twists and mutates all it touches. Within this vast, voxel-based realm of Embervale, you’ll forge your path through survival, crafting, and action-packed RPG combat. Your ancestors’ thirst for power brought this blight upon the land, and now it’s your duty to reclaim its lost beauty. Explore vibrant ruins, delve into ancient myths, and battle monstrous creatures as you unravel the secrets of the fallen world. Master powerful skills and forge unique gear to push back the Shroud, rebuild your fallen civilization, and reignite the flame of hope in a world teetering on the brink. Remember, the fate of Embervale rests on your shoulders, Flameborn.
Enshrouded features:
- Unmasking the Shroud: Navigate a dynamic and corrupting fog while unraveling the mystery behind its origins and purpose.
- Reforge a Fallen World: Rebuild your civilization from the ashes, leaving your mark on a vast voxel-based open world.
- Master your Flame: Customize your skillset with a deep talent tree, wielding magic, melee, or ranged prowess against diverse enemies.
- Thriving with Grit: Gather resources, craft equipment and shelters, and adapt to survive in a harsh and rewarding environment.
- Battle with Strategy: Engage in fluid action combat, employing dodging, blocking, and weapon combos to overcome challenging foes.
- Embrace the World: Terraform the landscape, shape your environment, and interact dynamically with the elements to unlock possibilities.
- Echoes of the Past: Explore vibrant ruins, piece together the history of a lost empire, and uncover ancient secrets.
- Shape your Destiny: Make meaningful choices that influence the world and its inhabitants, crafting your own unique narrative.
Enshrouded Gameplay Video
Enshrouded Gameplay Screenshots
Enshrouded PC Requirements
- Minimum OS: Windows 10 64-Bit or Windows 11 64-Bit
- CPU: Intel Core i5-6400 (2.7 GHz 4 Core), AMD Ryzen 5 1500X (3.5 GHz 4 Core) or better
- RAM: 16 GB RAM or more
- HDD: 90 GB HD space(SSD highly recommended)
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060, AMD Radeon RX 580 or better
- Video Memory: 6GB Vram or more
- DirectX: Requires DirectX 11 compatible system or better
- Sound Card: DirectX Compatible