orthgard's main focus is the single-player/multiplayer mode in which several clans work against each other in an attempt to dominate the entire map.

Players can choose from 13 clans, 7 of which are purchasable DLC. Each of these clans has varying playstyles that are encouraged, such as the Fenrir clan's inclination towards aggressive play, with perks and bonuses centred around building military power to be able to win through Domination or other means. Meanwhile, there are clans such as Huginn and Muninn, which are more centred around trading and earning Kröwns (currency).

These playstyles give for interesting takes on how to advance each battle, with different buildings having more priority on some of the clans in comparison to the others; although it isn't drastically distinct, it offers a nice change of pace and numerous approaches to rounds.

The map can be customised by changing the types, sizes, AI players, victory conditions, and difficulties. My favourite addition to the editing is the various win conditions, where players can win through the renown that they earn from killing beasts or building a large empire, in contrast to the typical world domination modes. There are tons of win conditions, along with randomly generated ones present in some maps that include taking control of a specific (and very tough) area that will fight tooth and nail, and holding conquest of it for several in-game months. They are very fun to play around with, making sure that every playstyle can win through their own unique condition.