Troll and I

Troll and I is a third-person PC action-adventure about Otto, a young survivor, and a mythical Troll trying to escape trophy hunters and hostile forces in postwar Scandinavia. The PC version keeps the original Troll and I name; no verified rebrand or replacement edition was found. Its defining idea is asymmetrical teamwork, whether you play alone by switching characters or with a second player in local split-screen co-op.

Two protagonists, two ways to survive

The central gameplay loop combines third-person exploration, environmental traversal, combat, stealth, gathering, and light crafting. Otto and Troll share the same journey, but their size, movement, abilities, and combat roles are deliberately different. Progress depends on choosing the right character for each obstacle rather than treating the pair as interchangeable avatars.

In single-player, you can switch between Otto and Troll at the press of a button. Otto is the more versatile human survivor, using melee weapons, ranged attacks, stealth, and crafted equipment to handle enemies or reach locations that require precision. Troll is built around physical power, allowing him to move heavy objects, overpower threats, and interact with obstacles that Otto cannot manage alone.

The design is most effective when the environment clearly communicates which protagonist should take the lead. Some situations call for Otto to craft a spear from natural materials or approach enemies quietly. Others require Troll's strength, a heavy attack, or his ability to clear a path through danger.

Combat, stealth, and Troll abilities

Otto's combat is based on a mixture of melee and ranged weapons, with crafting helping him prepare for encounters rather than building a deep role-playing loadout. Stealth is another option, letting him avoid or eliminate enemies without relying entirely on direct confrontation. The result is a story-driven adventure that moves between open wilderness routes, puzzle-like obstacles, and combat arenas.

Troll has a more forceful moveset, including attacks such as punches and Stomp. His special powers add utility beyond raw damage: Bellow can stun nearby enemies, Heal restores his health, and Hide grants temporary invisibility. These abilities give Troll a distinct rhythm and make character selection meaningful during both exploration and combat.

The game does not function like a competitive character-action title or a loot-focused RPG. Its progression is tied primarily to advancing through the narrative, learning how Otto and Troll complement each other, and using available tools to overcome the next encounter. Players who enjoy cooperative adventures with contrasting protagonists may also recognize some of the same two-player design priorities found in split-screen story adventures such as A Way Out, although Troll and I places more emphasis on wilderness travel, crafting, and asymmetrical abilities.

A wilderness adventure with a mythic edge

The setting combines Scandinavian wilderness with fantasy elements. Otto begins as a boy living in the forest, while Troll is presented as an elusive creature shaped by Nordic mythology. Their relationship develops from mutual survival and a shared need to return home, giving the campaign a clear emotional through-line without turning the game into a dialogue-heavy role-playing experience.

Exploration is structured around moving through hostile landscapes, reading the environment, collecting useful materials, and solving obstacles with the correct character. The contrast between a human survivor and a giant mythical companion is more than a story premise: it is the foundation for traversal, combat, puzzle interactions, and co-op coordination.

Content model and current PC status

Troll and I was presented as a standalone paid action-adventure rather than a free-to-play service. No verified season pass, expansion campaign, or substantial DLC lineup was identified for the PC version. The core package is the main story, its Otto-and-Troll character system, crafting, combat, stealth options, achievements, and cooperative campaign support.

The important storefront detail is that the original Steam application is currently marked as retired and unavailable on Steam's database services. The product remains identified as Troll and I, not under a newly verified name. A GOG Dreamlist entry exists, but that is not evidence of a current purchasable GOG release, so players should not assume that a DRM-free edition or replacement PC version is available.

PC features and multiplayer reality

The PC release supports full controller support, Steam achievements, Family Sharing, and Steam Remote Play Together. Its local multiplayer feature is two-player shared or split-screen co-op, with one player controlling Otto and the other controlling Troll. In this mode, each character remains active throughout the campaign instead of functioning as a temporary support role.

There is no verified online matchmaking, dedicated-server system, or native online campaign mode. Remote Play Together can extend the local co-op setup through Steam, but the underlying game mode is still shared or split-screen cooperation rather than a persistent online world. Players looking for a couch session with two controllers will find the clearest multiplayer fit here.

Steam lists six supported languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish from Spain, and Brazilian Portuguese. English includes interface, full audio, and subtitles; the other listed languages provide interface and subtitle support. No anti-cheat system or mod-support ecosystem was identified in the verified PC data.

Who should play Troll and I?

This is mainly for players who want a story-driven co-op adventure built around two contrasting characters. It suits friends or family members who prefer local multiplayer, accessible exploration, light crafting, stealth alternatives, and straightforward teamwork over complex builds or competitive mastery.

It is a weaker fit for players seeking online co-op, a large open-world sandbox, deep RPG progression, elaborate puzzle design, or highly technical combat. The campaign's strongest hook is its character contrast, so the experience makes the most sense when you are interested in seeing how Otto's flexibility and Troll's power solve problems differently.

Similar PC adventures

The closest comparison is another two-player narrative experience, but Troll and I has a more traditional adventure structure and a stronger survival flavor. Players who prefer third-person exploration, light combat, and environmental movement can also compare its structure with third-person action adventures such as One Piece World Seeker, although that game is single-player and focuses more heavily on open-area traversal and character mobility.

For a more family-oriented local co-op option with character abilities, environmental puzzles, and replayable content, split-screen action adventures like LEGO Indiana Jones 2 offer a lighter tone and more collection-focused progression. Troll and I is the more survival-oriented choice, with stealth, crafting, mythic abilities, and a harsher wilderness setting.

Troll and I FAQ

Is Troll and I still available under the same name?

Yes. The verified PC product identity remains Troll and I. No official rebrand, definitive edition, or replacement title was found. However, the original Steam application is currently marked retired and unavailable.

Does Troll and I support co-op on PC?

Yes. PC supports two-player local split-screen co-op across the campaign, with one player as Otto and the other as Troll. Steam also lists Remote Play Together.

Does Troll and I have online multiplayer?

There is no verified native online matchmaking or standalone online campaign mode. The dependable multiplayer format is local shared or split-screen co-op, with Remote Play Together providing a Steam-based way to share that session remotely.

Can you play the game alone?

Yes. Solo play requires switching between Otto and Troll to use their different abilities. Otto handles crafting, stealth, and flexible weapon use, while Troll provides strength, special powers, and heavy attacks.

What languages are supported on PC?

The PC listing identifies English, French, Italian, German, Spanish from Spain, and Brazilian Portuguese. English includes full audio, interface, and subtitles; the other languages provide interface and subtitle support.

Is Troll and I a survival game?

It includes survival-themed exploration, material gathering, crafting, stealth, and wilderness hazards, but it is best classified as a third-person action-adventure rather than an open-ended survival sandbox. Its progression follows a story campaign with designed encounters and character-based obstacles.