Publisher 663 Games and developer Leap Studio have released their action-roguelite Realm of Ink on Steam Early Access, available now for $16.99 USD/£14.29 GBP/€16.49 EUR, with a limited-time 10% launch discount.
Realm of Ink follows the story of Red, a skilled swordswoman who discovers she is a fictional character within a story called Realm of Ink. Guided by the mysterious Book Spirit, Red must explore her world, uncover hidden secrets, and confront the truth about her existence. The game features a 2.5D art style inspired by Chinese ink painting and offers a blend of traditional and modern visual design.
As of its initial release, the Early Access version contains:
- Four full levels and eight bosses, including the final boss
- Red as the playable character, with nine unique forms and weapons
- 22 Ink Gem skills across four tiers
- 15 Ink Pets, offering 40 forms and abilities
- Over 130 Perks for diverse gameplay builds
- The first portion of the storyline, representing around 50% of the final narrative
- 70% of the Fox Inn’s content and features
- Endless mode for players seeking additional challenges
Leap Studio are aiming to gather player feedback to refine and improve the game throughout the Early Access period. Regular updates will introduce additional character forms, weapons, gameplay mechanics, new areas, and bosses as development progresses.
