Inkbound

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Inkbound is a turn-based roguelike set in a world where the dangerous magic of the written word comes to life. Go on a quest to save the stories of the Atheneum, unlock new classes, and master the challenge.

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Developer:
Shiny Shoe
Release date:
09 April 2024
Genre:
RPG,Action,Strategy,Massively Multiplayer,Simulation,Indie
Recent Steam reviews:
Very Positive (13)
All Steam reviews:
Very Positive (2753)

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Description

Inkbound is a turn-based roguelike set in a world where the dangerous magic of the written word comes to life. Go on a quest to save the stories of the Atheneum, unlock new classes, and master the challenge.

REINVENTING TURN-BASED GAMEPLAY

Within the unique turn-based combat system players move freely, act simultaneously in multiplayer, and can rapidly use abilities. Go fast when the decisions are easy, go slow when the threat amps up and you need to strategize more deeply.

DIVERSE BUILDS AND CLASSES

Explore a varied set of character classes while adapting your strategy during runs to craft powerful builds. With draftable abilities, ability upgrades, and hundreds of items to find there are many possible ways to play.

4 PLAYER CO-OP

The Atheneum acts as a social hub where players can meet with friends and strangers to party up into groups of up to four. Take on challenges as a team and strategize together to determine the most synergistic builds.

SAVE THE STORIES

The magical Atheneum contains all stories ever written. Each book becomes a portal to another world where you will face unique threats. Inkbound’s stories are unraveling due to an unseen threat and the inhabitants of the Atheneum need your help.

Recommended system requirements

minimum*

Requirement 1:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS:
Windows 10
Processor:
Core i3
Memory:
4 GB RAM
Graphics:
IGP or better - 2 GB of VRAM
DirectX:
Version 11
Network:
Broadband Internet connection
Storage:
3 GB available space

recommended*

Requirement 1:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS:
Windows 10
Processor:
Core i5
Memory:
8 GB RAM
Graphics:
GTX 970
DirectX:
Version 11
Network:
Broadband Internet connection
Storage:
3 GB available space

User reviews

Sonic12O94
Recommended | 07 Jun 2026
22.6h played

i prefer this over slay the spire. great game. shame its not getting more updates. deffs one to pick up when it goes on sale. goes 70%+ off frequently so wishlist it if its full price.

Helpful: 3
Moula
Not recommended | 19 May 2026
58 min played

I really wanted to love this game because the tactical turn-based combat system is fantastic, but potential buyers should be warned: this is a hardcore, knowledge-based roguelike, not a casual roguelite or a traditional

Helpful: 13
Hirohito ඞ
Recommended | 26 Jun 2026
19.1h played

Great game. Basically slay the spire with slightly different mechanics, instead of being card based its ability based and has rings you fight in to position yourself and allies. This game has tons of replayability and

Helpful: 5
ManOfSorrows
Recommended | 28 Jun 2026
63.2h played

One of the best tactical roguelikes out there. I love the way you proceed on objectives and quests. It is almost impossible to have a run without progression. Don't miss it! 9.5/10

Helpful: 3
Boog
Recommended | 12 May 2026
17.1h played

Quite a fun game once you figure out all the various mechanics. I'm sad to learn that it's no longer being updated by the Dev team, but understand the reasons why. Regardless, I would love to see 2 more Aspects at some

Helpful: 2
Juwie
Recommended | 09 Jun 2026
105h played

Hidden gem. Great fun. many viable builds. difficulty scaling is very good. only downside is the multiplayer scaling. single player is way harder than 2 player. 3 player it gets a lot easier and 4 players you'll end up

Helpful: 1