- Steam pricePrice
- $29.99
- Release
- April 9, 2024
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How co-op works
Up to four online players move freely and act simultaneously within the same turn-based encounters, pausing when deeper planning is needed. Each develops a separate class through drafted abilities, upgrades, and items, so the party coordinates positioning, target order, support effects, and build synergies.
About this game
Inkbound combines tactical turn-based combat with roguelike progression in a world built from living stories. Every run sends you deeper into the Atheneum, where you choose abilities, equipment, and upgrades that stack into satisfying synergies. You can tackle it alone or team up online with other players in full co-op.
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Combat revolves around positioning, ability timing, and watching enemy patterns while your build comes together piece by piece. Runs are structured around short encounters that escalate in difficulty, rewarding smart play and creative combos. Playing with others adds a layer of coordination since every turn matters and allies need to cover each other's gaps.
Online co-op is the main multiplayer hook here, letting you form parties and share the tactical pressure of each fight. Runs stay replayable thanks to randomized paths and hundreds of build permutations, so sessions feel fresh whether you experiment solo or communicate strategies with a group.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play Inkbound solo, or is it co-op only?
You can play Inkbound both solo and in online co-op. The game is fully playable alone, but you also have the option to team up with other players online for cooperative runs through the Atheneum.
Is the combat real-time or turn-based?
Inkbound uses turn-based tactical combat. You'll need to think about positioning, ability timing, and enemy patterns each turn. In co-op, this means coordinating with your teammates since every player's turn matters.
How does co-op work in Inkbound?
You form parties online and tackle runs together, sharing the same fights and tactical decisions. Since combat is turn-based, you'll need to communicate and coordinate to cover each other's weaknesses and make the most of your combined builds.
What makes runs replayable in Inkbound?
Each run features randomized paths and hundreds of possible build combinations from abilities, equipment, and upgrades. The roguelike structure means you're constantly experimenting with new synergies, whether you're playing solo or testing strategies with friends.