Inkbound News

[h2]Letter from the Team[/h2]

This is our last expected updated before 1.0. The update will be released approximately on March 6, 2024 at 10 am PT (GMT-8).

We've got a ton of new stuff coming in 1.0, so please look forward to that in April.

[h2]Changes[/h2]

1. Added countdown timer to 1.0 on the main menu.
   
2. Fixed changing rank not getting applied to the run in offline mode.
   
3. Resolved issue with Heart of a Hero not firing if combat ends while the player is dead.
   
4. Fixed memory leak.
   

Hi, Inklings!

Inkbound is officially moving out of Early Access! This means that players will get to enjoy the full game along with some major changes the team has made to the design, balance, and content of Inkbound.

Continue reading for details of Inkbound’s 1.0 launch date and a list of what’s to come!

[h3]INKBOUND 1.0 DATE REVEAL! [/h3]

Since first launching Inkbound in Early Access back in 2023, we’ve been focused on creating tons of new content, polishing gameplay, and incorporating player feedback for the 1.0 launch. Thanks to all your suggestions and bug reports, we’ve been able to include your most asked for features and find solutions to even the most challenging issues!

From new vestiges, combat balance, new tutorials, cutscenes, and new cosmetic sets. We’re also adding controller support and improving the game on Steam Deck. Inkbound will also be available in multiple languages, including Chinese, Japanese, and more!

For the lore lovers out there, you’ll also get to experience the last chapter to the Inkbound story we’ve been building throughout Early Access. Players will learn the secrets of the Atheneum and battle the true final boss!

And speaking of the launch…

The release date is…

*drumroll*

Inkbound 1.0 is coming out on APRIL 10TH, 2024!

That’s right, the wait is almost over! And trust me, it’s worth it. Until then, we’ll be busy testing, re-testing, and testing again to make sure everything is as perfect as can be.

[h3]LAST EARLY ACCESS SALE & LAUNCH PRICE[/h3]

Before Inkbound 1.0’s launch, we’ll be having another sale! Starting on February 28th and running until March 6th, Inkbound will be available for 20% off!

This will also be the last Inkbound sale before we increase the price of Inkbound to the full release price. On March 6th, the new price will be $29.99 with standard regional pricing in other currencies.

Why March 6th if the game does not come out until April 10th? That is a great question! The reason is that Valve does not allow developers to change their prices at the same time that they run a sale. So, in order to offer an additional 1.0 launch sale, we’ll be raising the price slightly earlier.

[h3]THE ROAD FROM EARLY ACCESS[/h3]

Throughout Early Access, Inkbound has changed a lot since its release last year, including:

Whole new Aspects like the Star Captain, Godkeeper, and Chainbreaker

• A new book complete with new quests and the tricky Mimic boss
  
• Trinkets!
  
• Vestiges and their sets!
  
• Offline mode (which we’re working on making even better with a ‘true offline’ mode)
  
• Daily Challenges
  
• Based on feedback updated business model and game structure
  
• Run stats
  

And there is a lot to come! Such as…

• Heavily reduced RNG from quests.
  
• The new true final boss
  
• New quests! Including a new secret area of the Atheneum you can visit and full english VO.
  
• Master vestiges used to win a run and reveal their lore.
  
• And all the changes mentioned in the updated roadmap like controller support, Steam deck support, and localization.
  

And that is the tip of the iceberg! Stay tuned for content reveals coming soon!

Finally, thank you so much for your help during our Early Access journey. Join us on Discord,, subscribe to the Inkbound newsletter, or join one of our weekly streams to discuss any questions you might have with the team.

See you in the Atheneum!
Cami

Hi, Inklings!

Did the Steam Winter Sale pass you by like a snowflake in a storm? Do not fret for you have another chance to buy Inkbound!

Starting right now, Inkbound is now on sale for 20% off! From January 22nd to the 29th at 10:00 AM PT, you can enjoy the game for this lower price.

Want to learn a little more about Inkbound before you commit? Check out a few of these cool new features! (See what I did there?🤣)

❄️A revamped End Run that shows off your top achievements in the run.
❄️Trading Cards, Badges, and Emotes!
❄️New Records section that tracks your best performance over time in various categories.

And that’s not including eight player classes and three bosses you can test your mettle against!

Of those eight Inkbound player aspects, you can enjoy smashing your way through the hordes of enemies as a Magma Miner or spring from spear to spear across the combat arena as the Godkeeper. If you would like to learn more about the player aspects, we occasionally publish deep dives like this one about the Chainbreaker and Godkeeper.

Want to know more about what’s to come in Inkbound? Be sure to check out the updated roadmap that details all the cool new changes that are yet to come.

Be sure to get Inkbound for 20% OFF before January 29th!

And finally, thank you so much for all your support of Inkbound and of the Shiny Shoe team. We are deeply appreciative of your passion for our game and hope to see you hanging around the social hub!

See you in the Atheneum!
Cami
Community Manager at Shiny Shoe

[h2]Letter from the Team[/h2]

This update focuses on quest bug fixes, a victory board bug, and a clarification message. Thanks for the bug reports, we will continue to try to fix as many issues as we can.

[h2]Release Timing[/h2]

This patch will be released at approximately 10 am PST (UTC-8) on January 18th, 2024.

[h2]Fixes[/h2]

1. Fixed bug where the Underborn disappeared prematurely.
   
2. Fixed bug where Eat Fish daily stops incrementing if you eat too many fish.
   
3. Fixed a couple hard battles that would incorrectly show up in normal battles. This will also fix a bug with the victory board quest to win a run with only normal battles.
   
4. Added a message on the End Run screen that clarifies Daily Challenges do not count for logging new Personal Records.
   

[h2]Bug Reports[/h2]
If you would like to submit a bug report, you can do so by pressing the 'F8' key on your keyboard. Please then fill out the form that pops up and click submit.

We read all the feedback that comes in and appreciate everyone who submits reports to help improve the game.

Thank you!

The update will be released approximately on January 9, 2024, at 10:00 AM PT (GMT-8).

[h2]Changes[/h2]

1. Unlocked Wellpeople quests much earlier in the game.
   
2. Resolved issue with Trinket set bonuses being lost upon respawn.
   
3. Brought down scaling on enemies in 3 player notably more, and brought it down on 4 player slightly.