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Lead a dwarf crew into timed mine expeditions, then use mined resources and run upgrades to defend threatened strongholds.
Released 11 Aug 2026
Mine Before Next Wave
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Forge Run Upgrades
DWARF COMBAT! Stonewards is a 1-4 player co-op first-person roguelite defense game. Lead a crew of stubborn dwarves from your base camp to aid nearby kingdoms, mine deep for resources, forge powerful upgrades, and hold the line against relentless monster attacks.
Developed by Banana Tiger Studio · Published by Banana Tiger Studio
Play as a dwarf answering distress calls to defend threatened strongholds, alone or with up to three other players. Each mission alternates between monster assaults and breaks to gather supplies.
During mining breaks, dig through procedurally generated tunnels in search of ores, materials, and treasure rooms. Bring resources back before the next wave to spend them on arrows, defense repairs, and other preparations.
Fight the incoming hordes with class-based weapons and abilities, while choosing randomized upgrades that shape your run. The base camp offers longer-term unlocks, including additional classes and upgrades.
Players who enjoy Stonewards often praise the back-and-forth between mining and defending, especially the rush to return with resources before the next attack. Co-op teamwork, distinct class roles, and the chance to build up a character during a run also come up as draws. Some reviewers find the loop repetitive or want more content and build variety.
Grab your pickaxe. Tighten your beard. Try not to blow up the kingdom.
Stonewards is a solo and 1-4 player co-op first-person roguelite defense game where a band of battle-ready dwarves leaves their base camp to answer distress calls from nearby dwarven kingdoms. Each mission sends you to a threatened stronghold on the edge of disaster. Your job is simple: dig fast, forge smart, and defend like your beard depends on it.
Monsters are coming. The walls are cracking. The horn is about to sound.
After each wave, rush into procedurally generated mines to gather precious metals, rare materials, and whatever shiny rocks look important enough to steal. Explore twisting tunnels, uncover hidden caves, and haul your loot back before the next attack begins.
Take too long, and your friends will be defending the kingdom one dwarf short.
And yes, they will complain about it.
A dwarf without a forge is just an angry short man with excellent facial hair.
Between waves, spend your mined resources to craft arrows, repair defenses, and unlock randomized upgrades. Stack raw strength, strange powers, tougher walls, or trust your team’s latest “brilliant” plan. Nothing could possibly go wrong.
The monsters have one goal: breach the stronghold and bring the kingdom down.
Hold the walls, cover the gates, coordinate with your crew, and use every crafted tool at your disposal. When the enemy pushes through your outer defenses, fall back, regroup, and remind them why attacking a dwarven stronghold was a terrible idea.
If the kingdom falls, the mission is over.
If you survive, drink later. Dig now.
1-4 Player Co-op & Solo - Rally the crew or go full lone-dwarf. Whether you fight alone or with up to three friends, the monsters are coming either way.
Answer the Call of the Dwarven Kingdoms - Travel from your base camp to defend nearby dwarven realms against incoming monster attacks. Each mission is a desperate stand for survival.
Mine the Mountain - When the wave ends, the clock starts. Dive into procedural mines, gather valuable resources, and get back before the next horn sounds.
Stockpile & Forge - Bring your loot back to craft arrows, repair walls, and unlock randomized roguelite upgrades that shape each run.
Hold the Line - Take your place on the walls, defend the stronghold, and stop the horde before they overwhelm the kingdom.
Dig Deep. Forge Hard. Defend Harder.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 20 |
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| Controller required | No |
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| Website | Official website |
