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Become the ultimate 1920s smuggler as new roguelike game hits Steam

The American Prohibition of the 1920s was a time where underground brewers sought out profits galore. The allure of running an underground empire is certainly an enticing prospect, with the likes of Red Dead Redemption 2's online mode turning the bootlegging brewery business of producing, shipping, and selling your goods into a satisfying endeavour. Now, new management and roguelike game Bootleg Steamer asks just how you'd fare in the cutthroat world of the illegal alcohol trade, and it's just launched on Steam alongside a showing at the WASD event.


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Bootleg Steamer is out now!

It's finally time, Bootleggers...

[h2]Bootleg Steamer is now available on Steam![/h2]



The 1920's prohibition has begun, and the trade of alcohol is now illegal in the United States. In this time of unease and turmoil, you sense... opportunity.

With only a small, shabby starter ship, no crewmates, no money, and no fame... You take to the seas to make a name for yourself as the most infamous bootlegger of the 1920's.

Have you got what it takes to go down in history?



We are so excited for you all to finally dive into our new rum-running roguelike adventure!

If you have any questions, or want to chat with other Bootleg Steamer fans, please come join us in Discord.

Bootleg Steamer launches on April 25th!

[h3]Ahoy there, Bootleggers![/h3]

There's only a few more weeks left to wait until you can kickstart your very own rum-running empire! We're pleased to announce that Bootleg Steamer will be releasing on April 25th.

The team have been hard at work for the past year creating this tactical trading roguelike set during the 1920's prohibition, and we can't wait for you all to dive in, discover the best strategies, and share your top scores with us.

(We'll absolutely be challenging you all to see who can make the most profit during their smuggling runs. Do you reckon you've got what it takes to be the Big Shot with the highest score?)

We've also released a gameplay trailer, which you can check out below.
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See you on April 25th, Captain!

If you have any questions or want to discuss the game, please join our community Discord!