Many gamers cherish the exhilarating dungeons and raids of titles like World of Warcraft and Final Fantasy XIV, where teamwork and learned skills culminate in satisfying victories. However, the extensive time commitment often required by these MMORPGs can be a barrier. Now, there’s a new solution: Fellowship. This exciting title from Chief Rebel has just entered early access on Steam, designed to capture those beloved ‘magical moments’ of cooperative dungeon crawling in an accessible, infinitely scalable format, cutting out the unnecessary grind.
A recent hands-on preview by PCGamesN’s Lauren, a dedicated World of Warcraft player, highlighted Fellowship’s ability to deliver an engaging dungeon-crawling experience without the constant pressure of falling behind due to patch cycles. The developers describe it as a ‘MODA’ – a multiplayer online dungeon adventure – skillfully blending the class-based action found in titles like Diablo and Path of Exile with the classic MMORPG ‘holy trinity’ system of tanks, healers, and damage dealers.
A gameplay video offers a glimpse into the dynamic dungeon encounters, showcasing diverse enemy types and challenging boss mechanics.
Each adventure in Fellowship presents a blend of enemy encounters and epic boss fights, mirroring the engaging structure of dungeons in World of Warcraft or Final Fantasy XIV. Chief Rebel has meticulously crafted these experiences, introducing dynamic mid-fight mechanics that demand constant player attention and strategic teamwork. While the streamlined ability system leans towards an ARPG feel, the intricate boss encounters clearly draw inspiration from MMO design, requiring seamless cooperation to conquer the game’s challenges.
Naturally, all this effort is for the glorious loot! Successfully navigating the trials will reward you with increasingly powerful and rare gear as you tackle more demanding challenges. With personal loot drops, you’re guaranteed to receive items relevant to your character. Community director Hamish Bode emphasized that Fellowship aims to deliver a satisfying power progression without the tedious, frustrating grind often found in other titles. The developers assure players that thanks to endless scaling, unique dungeon modifiers, and regular seasonal updates, you’ll never truly ‘out-level’ the game, maintaining a fresh and challenging experience regardless of your character’s strength.
Regardless of your preferred playstyle in traditional MMORPGs, Fellowship offers a class that will resonate with you. For instance, you might choose to bolster your party as Vigour, a potent healer providing crucial burst healing and team-wide buffs. Or perhaps Sylvie, a nature master who commands multiple pets to offer sustained support and deal damage, is more your speed. Debuting at Fellowship’s launch is Elarion, an agile bow-wielding ranged damage dealer, capable of high mobility and attacking on the move without interruption.
Fellowship is currently available on Steam Early Access, priced at $24.99 / £20.99. A special 10% launch discount brings the price down to $22.49 / £18.89 for purchases made by Thursday, October 23. The developers, Chief Rebel, anticipate an Early Access period of approximately six months, though this timeline may be adjusted based on player feedback.
Whether you’re exploring Fellowship’s intricate dungeons or enjoying other cooperative games with friends, clear communication is key. Consider a quality gaming headset to ensure your team’s strategies are always heard.
For players diving into Fellowship, the PCGamesN community Discord offers a great place to connect with staff and fellow readers, sharing thoughts and strategies about the game.