Gods, Death & Reapers unveils Helheim map in new Closed Alpha

Closed Alpha 4 adds Story Mode, Helheim map, and The Unworthy faction — runs November 20–26

Gods, Death & Reapers—the dark-fantasy ExtrAction RPG from Wolcen Studio—kicks off its biggest playtest yet on November 20, inviting players to try single-player Story Mode and jump into the new multiplayer map, Helheim. Access is handled via the game’s official Steam page.

Set in an afterlife where myth is real and the gods are dead, GDR blends high-stakes PvPvE extraction with co-op PvE and a solo campaign. Recruited by Death, you’ll raid hostile realms for loot, complete objectives, and extract—or lose everything you brought in. Fans of PvPvE shooters may also like our feature on Reaper — a true PvPvE shooter (2025) and our look at HUNGER’s plague-ravaged extraction RPG setup.

Trailer — Gods, Death & Reapers (Closed Alpha 4)

Trailer courtesy of Wolcen Studio — Gods, Death & Reapers.

What’s new in Closed Alpha 4

• Story Mode (first time): a solo, PvP-free way to experience the world and its lore.
• Helheim multiplayer map: a frigid new arena with fresh objectives and routes.
• The Unworthy faction: a new enemy force to learn—and survive.
• Revamped onboarding (“The Pit”): a clearer early experience for new Reapers.
• Sanctuary upgrades & crafting: more buildings, recipes, and a redesigned layout.

Alpha footage — not final. Image courtesy of Wolcen Studio.

Playtest schedule

Opens: November 20 at 4:00 AM ET / 1:00 AM PT / 10:00 AM CET (5:00 PM PHT)
Closes: November 26 at 12:00 PM ET / 9:00 AM PT / 6:00 PM CET (1:00 AM PHT, Nov 27)

The test targets players in North America, South America, Europe, and Southeast Asia. Request access on Steam and you’ll be notified if selected.

Alpha footage — not final. Image courtesy of Wolcen Studio.

How to join

Head to the Steam page, click Request Access, and keep an eye on your email. The full release is currently slated for 2026 on PC.

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