Mad King Redemption News

[p]Dear community of Heroes Seeking Redemption, we are incredibly excited to share with you more details regarding our next steps: we are aaaaalmost there![/p][p]We have been working days, nights, weekends and holidays to bring you the best game we ever could, and every day we feel that this vision is getting a little closer. We are building the game we remember playing when we were children, and mixing it with the games we love playing today, and we cannot wait to hear what you think about it. [/p][p]So to hear it as soon as possible, after the announcements of the last weeks, we decided to open the doors to players for an Alpha Playtest period, where everyone in our community has a chance to try the game for free!  We'll use this playtest to get the first round of feedback on our latest build to make the best possible Early Access launch.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]YOU CAN REQUEST ACCESS TODAY for Playtesting! [/h3][p]As soon as we have enough players in the playtest pool, we’ll launch the playtest - final date will be confirmed soon.
[/p][p]When you participate, you'll get to play the two new heroes, test the Corruption System and play the game coop with a friend! Oh and to say thank you for helping us out you'll get a special Discord role and a unique Hero skin to wear as a badge of honor! [/p][p]For us this public playtest means a lot: we worked long and hard on the feedback collected after the Demo, and we can’t wait to know what you think about the game. As we always said, we want to build this game together with you so it will be the best possible game it can be.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]To join the playtest, simply request access using the “Request Access” button on our Steam Page. [/h3][p][/p][p]And now a glimpse into the future: we expect to launch the game in Early Access right after all the feedback points resulting from the playtest will be resolved, likely a few weeks later, possibly targeting the end of April for the release. [/p][p]Our reasoning is simple: we are not corporate, we don't have a planning department: we are indies, we want to build this game the right way and more importantly, we want to build it alongside our community! So, we release the game when we feel that it has everything to give the best possible experience to our players. [/p][p][/p][p]Thank you Heroes, more info coming soon![/p][p] [/p][hr][/hr][h3]JOIN THE PLAYTEST NOW![/h3][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[h2]The Corrupted Transformation[/h2][p]The Mad King forces every traveler to make choices, from Corrupted Powers to specific Buffs and Debuffs. However, tapping into the King’s power always comes at a price.[/p][p][/p]

• [p]The Corruption Bar: Every time you use these dark powers, your corruption level increases, tracked by a new bar on the character UI.[/p]
• [p]The Overdose Phase: Once that bar is full, your hero undergoes a transformation, becoming extremely powerful with unique, time-limited abilities.[/p]
• [p]Hero Specifics: Depending on your character, the corrupted state might make you faster, stronger, or more resistant, with powers tied to your specific traits.[/p]
• [p]The Crash: Massacring hordes is a pleasure during the transformation, but once it wears off, your hero enters a state of pain and exhaustion.[/p]
• [p]Vulnerability: While the bar empties, you won't be able to move or attack properly, leaving you dangerously exposed to enemy strikes.[/p]

[h2]Cavalry: The Mounts[/h2][p]The dungeon is getting more crowded. You will now encounter various mounts during your runs that are essential for exploration and, more importantly, crushing your enemies.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]

• [p]Steal the Ride: Enemies can use these mounts too, making them a major threat. However, you can unseat an enemy and steal their mount for yourself.[/p]
• [p]Combat Durability: Mounts aren't invincible; after taking a certain number of hits, they will flee the battlefield.[/p]

[h2]Choose your path[/h2][p]It is up to you to figure out how to maximize the effectiveness of the transformation without falling victim to the exhaustion that follows. The crazy world of the Mad King is waiting.[/p][p]Now let’s talk - JOIN OUR DISCORD![/p][p][/p][p]Learn more: [dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]
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[p]Before setting out on your journey, you need to gather a team. Nothing beats the feeling of crowding around a screen and smashing through a dungeon with your crew. We grew up on arcade classics where extra players weren't just an option, they were a necessity. That is why bringing 2-player Local Co-op to Mad King Redemption was a non-negotiable for us. [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Two Heroes, Two Times the Chaos[/h3][p]Adding up to two players changes the entire dynamic of our room runs. It is not just about having more firepower; it is a fight for survival and screen space.[/p]

• [p]Shared items? In the lobby at the start of each run, your squad can purchase skills and consumables to prepare for the dungeon. The Mad King’s choices also evolve for groups; you will have to decide together how to strategically divide Buffs and Debuffs among the team.[/p]
• [p]Special tactics? Survival depends on class synergy. You will need to coordinate Branok’s wrestling-style grips and resistance with Elowen’s healing arts and slime summons to stay alive. Balancing Darkblade’s speed with Valraven’s raw strength is the only way to conquer the deeper levels.[/p]

[h3]Meet the Muscle and the Magic[/h3][p]Early Access introduces two new heroes designed for team play:[/p]

• [p]Branok: A massive barbarian and former bodyguard to the Mad King. He fights like a pro wrestler, using dropkicks, holds, and a devastating spinning fist attack.[/p]
• [p]Elowen: A sorcerer obsessed with life and death. He provides essential healing for the team and summons elemental slimes that can poison or freeze enemies.[/p]

[h3]The Before and After[/h3][p]Early builds of Mad King Redemption which you know from the demo were a lonely climb. Adding 4 player support forced us to re-evaluate how enemies spawn and how the camera tracks the action to keep the focus on the carnage. The "After" version is a loud, chaotic, and rewarding experience that captures that pure "Insert Coin" energy.[/p][p]So, who is going to be your squad? Do you have a dedicated crew ready, or are you dragging random friends into the meat grinder?
[/p][p]Oh, you can also find your NEW crew in our DISCORD - JOIN NOW[/p][p][/p]

[p]Early Access is getting closer every day, so it’s time to give some more details about exactly what we’re building. We are beyond excited to show what’s coming and we hope you like this too![/p][p]Nothing explains our plans better than the graphic below: consider this the blueprint for the chaos we’re bringing to Mad King Redemption.[/p][p]How to read this roadmap?[/p][p]Everything you see on this roadmap is already being developed. In the coming weeks, we’ll drop dedicated devlogs for each of these features, with video showcasing the content described. We want to show you the "before and after" of our process. Behind-the-scenes work is more than just a curiosity; it shows the heart we’ve poured into this project since day one.

[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]When exactly is Early Access? [/p][p]We’ll have a date for you very soon. Stay tuned![/p][p]Your turn: If you have questions about the roadmap or specific features you want us to dive into, head over to the dedicated forum thread we just opened. We’ll be picking questions from there to answer in future updates. Also, feel free to ask us directly on Discord![/p][p][/p][p] Join the Mad King Redemption Discord server now![/p][p][/p][p]Stop waiting. Start preparing ⚔️👑[/p]

[p]We’ve been playing our own Demo a lot lately. Maybe too much. We’ve set some times that we think are pretty solid, but now we want to see if the community can make us look like amateurs.[/p][h2]The First Challenge is live on our Discord right now.[/h2][p]We’re keeping it simple for the first run. [/p][p]We want to see if you actually have that competitive spark. [/p][p]No corporate fluff - just you, the game, and the clock.[/p][p][/p][h3]Why join? [/h3][p]For this first round, the rewards are about status and access. The winner gets the Speedrun Master title and a first meeting during playtests to help shape the game.[/p][p][/p][p]We know these first rewards might seem low-key, but we’re testing the waters. [/p][p]We want to see if you actually give a damn about the challenge. If you show us you’re invested, the future rewards will get serious: game keys, physical loot, and exclusive gear. [/p][p]How big those rewards get depends entirely on you. Show us that the spirit of the challenge is alive.[/p][p][/p][h3]Join the Discord to enter: https://discord.gg/uvzH9uyTRf[/h3][p][/p][p]Stop reading. Start running 👑⚔️[/p][p][/p][p]
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