Inkbound is now available right here on Steam! Dive into a run and uncover over 200 powerful items, party up with your friends and defeat two more final bosses, level up and unlock the Clairvoyant and the Obelisk, and be the first to reach the ultimate rank: Inkbound!
The journey to this day has been a long but amazing one. It’s been so much fun getting to know you in the past year and I can’t wait to meet more of you as the Inkbound adventure continues! Hopefully I’ll see you at one of these events and don’t forget to say ‘Hi!’ if you see me in Inkbound.
See you in the Atheneum! ~Cami Community Manager at Shiny Shoe!
Only a few more days until launch!!
We're just a few days away from Inkbound's launch! We'll be hosting a full week of events to celebrate! Check them out in the image attached!
You can access these events through the following links:
Tune in for the streams and giveaways here: https://www.twitch.tv/playinkbound Join us on Discord! discord.gg/inkbound
I hope to see you there!
~Cami Community Manager at Shiny Shoe
Last Livestream before launch!
This is it! The time you have all been waiting for is almost here! On Monday (May 22, 2023) the game is going LIVE at *10:00 AM PT.*
But, until then, we have another stream! It'll just be Community Manager Cami and the playtesters so please join if you are free!
Tune in Friday, May 19th, at 12:00 PM PT here! https://www.twitch.tv/directory/game/Inkbound
Speedrun Inkbound with Cami!
Tomorrow is the LAST speedrun stream before Inkbound's early access launch on Steam! Afterwards, YOU will be able to try and defeat the records Cami and the playtesters have set! Tune in tomorrow, Wednesday, May 17, 2023 4:00 PM for our most hectic speedrun yet right here! https://twitch.tv/playinkbound
ONE WEEK UNTIL INKBOUND'S RELEASE!
Hi, Inklings!
We’re one week away from Inkbound’s Early Access release! On MAY 22, 2023, explore the magical world of Inkbound, where books come to life and it's up to you to save them.
Here are just a few of the exciting new features and changes you can expect from the game at launch:
A more tightly tuned and polished combat system.
Easier ways to find other players to party up with.
Two new classes.
Two more final bosses.
Uncover over 200 powerful items.
Explore over 150 quests.
Unlock and conquer three new difficulty ranks: GOLD, PLATINUM, and, the ultimate rank INKBOUND!
Everyone at Shiny Shoe cannot wait to see you in the social hub in Inkbound, the Atheneum. As a reminder, we’re kicking off Inkbound’s launch with TWO opportunities for free cosmetics you can sign-up for today!
The Space Cat Hat
All subscribers to our Inkbound newsletter will receive a code for this amazing Space Cat Hat on launch day! To get it, sign up for our newsletter before May 22. 2023 right here: inkboundgame.com
Imp Helmet
Fans of our first game, Monster Train, will get this unique Inkbound cosmetic based on the popular Monster Train Imp. If you own MT on Steam, you will see the Imp Helmet in your inventory once you finish Inkbound's tutorial.
I cannot thank you enough for your support as we get closer and closer to launch. If you have any questions, ask them here on Steam or come say ‘Hi’ and ask it on our Discord server: discord.gg/inkbound
See you soon in the Atheneum! Cami ~ Community Manager at Shiny Shoe
Dev Stream: 10 days until Launch!
Can't wait until May 22 to play Inkbound? Join Andrew and Cami during tomorrow's stream and scratch that Inkbound itch! We'll be playing with some of the playtesters and answering any questions you might have before the release!
Tune in Friday, May 12, 2023, at 12:00 PM PT here! https://twitch.tv/playinkbound
INKBOUND FAQ 1.0
Inkbound Release: Price, Season Passes, & New Content
When will Inkbound be available and for how much?
Inkbound will be available in Early Access on May 22, 2023 for $19.99. You’ll be able to play the game at 10:00 AM Pacific Time.
I played the demo during Next Fest, what cool new content can I expect?
Lots! At launch, here is what you can expect in terms of new content:
A more tightly tuned and polished combat system.
Easier ways to find other players to party up with.
Two new classes.
Two more final bosses.
Uncover over 200 powerful items.
Explore over 150 quests.
Unlock and conquer three new difficulty ranks: GOLD, PLATINUM, and, the ultimate rank INKBOUND!
What is an Inkbound Season Pass?
A Season Pass is available for those who want to support the ongoing development of Inkbound and customize their look with cool armor, helmets, and more! Pass rewards are cosmetic only and meant to support the devs as we continue to create Inkbound.
How much will the Season Pass cost?
Season Passes will be available for purchase with in-game currency: ‘Shinies.’ 100 Shinies costs about $1, with options to get bonus shinies in bigger bundles.
For our Early Access launch, the Season Pass will cost 600 Shinies, with some increase later closer to full launch.
Shinies can also be earned from the pass itself. There are 300 Shinies on the free track and the premium track grants 1300.
What else do I have to look forward to in upcoming Seasons?
We are planning on launching a new season every 3 months or so. The content included will depend on the season’s theme, but could contain new classes, books, events, abilities, story, and much more. Inkbound is a living game with a lot more to come.
How do I get the Imp Helmet or the Space Cat Hat?
Everyone who has Monster Train in their Steam library will get a special edition Imp Helmet in Inkbound! If you own Monster Train, this special cosmetic unlocks automatically when you first complete the tutorial.
Subscribers to this newsletter will receive a code on May 22, 2023 for the Space Cat Hat helmet. Sign-up for this unique cosmetic at inkboundgame.com! before May 22 to receive the Space Cat Hat.
Can I play offline?
Inkbound is an online game with many social features that require a server connection in order to play. There is no current offline option.
Live Dev Stream: Speedrun Inkbound with Cami!
We only have a few more weeks until Inkbound is officially out! That means that I have just two weeks to set the all-time speedrun records before others come for my crown! Want to help me out? Tune in tomorrow, Wednesday, May 10, 2023, 4:00 PM PT for the ultimate speedrun! https://twitch.tv/playinkbound
Hope to see you there! ~Cami Community Manager at Shiny Shoe
Dev Stream: It's time for a reboot!
The shiny duo is back! With the Friday stream comes another opportunity to see all the latest Inkbound changes AND to vote on who you think is going to win this week's challenge. Will it be Cami and her team of playtesters? Or will Andrew see her lose on stream!
Join the chat TOMORROW, Friday, May 5, 2023, 12:00 PM here! ➡️ https://www.twitch.tv/playinkbound
P.S. There won't be a giveaway but there WILL be lots of sneak peeks of all the game changes!
CANCELLED ~ Dev Stream: Last Playtester Giveaway before Launch!
The following event has been cancelled.
24 DAYS TO GO! The Inkbound release date is coming up fast! There are only a handful of livestreams left before we'll see YOU in the Inkbound Atheneum once more.
We're looking to onboard a few NEW PLAYTESTERS for the LAST TIME before launch. We only have space for 15 more players so, if you're interested, be sure to join the stream tomorrow!
Tune in TOMORROW, Friday, April 28, 2023, at 12:00 PM to get the latest Inkbound updates and a chance to become a playtester! https://www.twitch.tv/playinkbound
