Who developed Fatekeeper?

Fatekeeper was developed by Paraglacial and published by THQ Nordic.

Fatekeeper

Early Access

A deck-and-skill-tree roguelike with five distinct archetypes and ring-branching skill progression, notably priced low for an Early Access title backed by a publisher the size of THQ Nordic.

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Developer: Paraglacial
Publisher: THQ Nordic
Release Year: 2026
Coverage: 12 articles

Why It Matters

Backing from a publisher as established as THQ Nordic is unusual for a game at this price point and scale, making Fatekeeper's Early Access trajectory worth tracking closely.

Complete Guide

Hub Article

Fatekeeper Guide: Builds, Archetypes, and EA Review

Fatekeeper guide hub: all 11 articles covering builds, archetypes, skill tree, and Early Access review. Paraglacial's first-person RPG at $9.99 on Steam.

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Fatekeeper Guides

6 guides

Getting Started

Fatekeeper first-person view with greatsword raised in sunlit ruins, crumbling stone archways and golden light visible ahead

Fatekeeper Tips: 11 Things to Know Before You Start

Fatekeeper tips for new players: dash is mandatory, Telekinesis counters ranged enemies, and full-magic builds struggle with the first boss. What to know.

8 min read

Fatekeeper first-person view inside a misty limestone ravine, ornate greatsword raised toward a crouched creature beside glowing loot

Fatekeeper Review: 2 Hours Now, 15 Hours at Launch

Fatekeeper review: 2 hours now, 15 at 1.0. $9.99 first-person RPG. 5,464 English reviews Mostly Positive, 5 archetypes, 3-phase EA roadmap confirmed.

13 min read

Combat & Builds

Fatekeeper character equipment screen with armored hero visible, stat panel on the right showing current build state

Fatekeeper Best Build: Melee, Fire, and Caster Routes

Fatekeeper best build: three viable paths for the current Early Access build. Melee-Fire for beginners, Telekinesis for utility, caster for lategame.

9 min read

Fatekeeper skill tree interface with glowing blue access nodes branching between elemental rings in dark arcane UI

Fatekeeper Skill Tree: Branching, Alteration, and Respec

Fatekeeper skill tree: how ring branching works, the Alteration tree's role in every build, and what respeccing at the Oracle costs in Tears of Fate.

12 min read

Guides

Fatekeeper first-person view of the Druid facing a stone chamber doorway, torch light casting deep shadows on carved ruin walls

Fatekeeper Advanced Deck Guide: Synergies and Bosses

Fatekeeper advanced deck guide: how to combine archetypes, transition build stages, and win the Minotaur boss. Covers cross-archetype chains and late game.

11 min read

Fatekeeper header image showing armored character in a dark atmospheric fantasy environment with torch light

Fatekeeper Archetypes Guide: 5 Build Paths Explained

Fatekeeper archetypes guide: all 5 playstyle paths in Early Access (Pyroclast, Frost Reaper, Wind Dancer, Blood Knight, Alchemist) with skill nodes.

11 min read

Fatekeeper News & Reviews

Fatekeeper combat screenshot showing the Windblast spell sending enemies flying in the Forgotten Halls dungeon

GeneralJun 15

Fatekeeper Patch 0.1.2: Windblast Rework and New Save Spot

Fatekeeper patch 0.1.2 reworks Windblast to scale with Spellpower, adds FOV settings, and hints at replayability content. Full notes plus what's next.

Fatekeeper first-person view holding an ornate broadsword in a cave canyon, a defeated creature on the rocks below

FeaturesJun 12

Is Fatekeeper Multiplayer? Solo-Only in Early Access

Fatekeeper multiplayer: there isn't any, and none is planned. Single-player only at EA launch. Here's why it's built solo and what the EA build offers.

Fatekeeper player mage-knight in dark stone dungeon, purple spell energy arcing from raised sword toward a shadowed enemy

GeneralJun 10

Fatekeeper How Long to Beat: 2 Hours Now, 15 Planned

Fatekeeper how long to beat in Early Access is about 2 hours. Paraglacial targets 15 hours for the 1.0 release, with intro pricing at $7.99 until June 16.

Fatekeeper character in ornate armor holding a decorated greatsword, overlooking a vast cavern of stalactites with a creature on a nearby ledge

GeneralJun 8

Why Is Fatekeeper So Cheap? The $9.99 Price Explained

Why is Fatekeeper so cheap? The $9.99 EA price reflects 2 hours now, 15 planned at 1.0. Price rises with each update, buying early locks in the lowest cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fatekeeper?: A deck-and-skill-tree roguelike with five distinct archetypes and ring-branching skill progression, notably priced low for an Early Access title backed by a publisher the size of THQ Nordic.
What platforms is Fatekeeper on?: Fatekeeper is available on PC.
Who developed Fatekeeper?: Fatekeeper was developed by Paraglacial and published by THQ Nordic.