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Action Roguelike Vellum Dips into the Early Access Inkwell Today
Delve into the pages of the ink-infused action roguelike adventure solo or with friends!
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March 28, 2024
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[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Game Developer and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource Games Press]
Alvios Games :
March 28th, 2024 - Author your legend in Vellum, a PvE cooperative action roguelike where players must choose how their foes grow in power as they journey through magical tomes. Now available on Steam Early Access, carve through the dreaded Torn as fabled Scribes and defend the renowned stories of the Illuminated Library.
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Become a fabled Scribe and harness the power of magical inks in order to repel waves of the dreadful monochromatic Torn. Vellum is a cooperative action roguelike featuring seamless drop in/drop out co-op, so Scribes will be able to invoke majestic powers as a team to enhance their individual builds through the mystical Font and over 300 Pages of Power. With hundreds of build-making combos to uncover, each rapid page-turning run will feel fresh and evoke satisfaction through both challenge and discovery.
Vellum delivers a unique spin on the action roguelike formula as players must choose the powers granted to their enemies throughout each run. With over 100 Torn Pages to choose from, strategy and critical thinking is vital when considering how to best out-maneuver the Torn, and in turn, the rewarding dangers beyond. But tread lightly, as Torn Pages stack and the boss at the end of each run will benefit from all of the chosen upgrades. Vellum also features a pulse-pounding heat system where players can modify their runs for greater challenge. Flood the lands with lava, combat treacherous storms, escape ravenous zombies, and fight amidst dense fog. Conquer the Torn with these overwhelming conditions and players will be handsomely rewarded.
Vellum is now available in Early Access on Steam for $19.99. Scribes who delve into the Tomes early can take advantage of a 10% launch discount for a limited time. Early Access simply marks the opening chapters of a great novel. Partake in feedback sessions with the developers by joining the official Vellum Discord server and help shape the following chapters. Scribes may also keep up with Vellum by following Alvios Games on Twitter and visiting the game’s website.
Key Features:
Swift Tales: Approachable, under 30-minute roguelike runs crafted for quick gameplay sessions for 1-4 players.
Scrolls of Power: Tear through enemies with over 300 powers for you and your team. All powers can be build-makers, no filler.
Torn Pages: With over 100 upgrades and enemy effects to choose from, only you will decide how your foes evolve throughout the course of battle.
The Font: Invoke unique Tome-themed powers as a team through the mystical Ink Font in combination with your individual builds.
Fabled Scribes: Research the power of ink between runs to infuse your Scribe with colorful signature spells and customizable talents!
Brutal Bindings: Increase your challenge by affixing bindings to your Tomes. Greater challenge brings greater rewards!
Reference Section: All the high-quality literature puns you could ever desire.
About Alvios Games
Alvios is a two-man distributed game development studio dedicated to making engaging, multiplayer experiences.
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