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HELLCARD is Now Available Worldwide!

Hellcard Launch Trailer

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February 1, 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]

Skystone Games :

San Francisco, February 1st, 2024 — HELLCARD, the highly-anticipated spin-off of the acclaimed Book of Demons, is now available on Steam! Developed by the award-winning Polish studio Thing Trunk, HELLCARD promises a riveting roguelike card game experience that builds on the success of its predecessor - including up to 3 player co-op gameplay!

🔮 A Fiery Legacy:
HELLCARD emerges from the inferno of Book of Demons, a title that surpassed 1 million copies in sales, capturing the minds of gamers worldwide. Building on this incredible legacy, HELLCARD takes the adventure to new heights, offering a unique blend of strategic card gameplay set in the dark and immersive world of the Paperverse.


🎉 New Tinkerer Class Unleashed: At launch, HELLCARD introduces the all-new Tinkerer class, bringing a fresh perspective to the underworld. Wield science like a sword against darkness, controlling the means of production, and forge a path, and forge a path through the depths of a mysterious dungeon in a quest for supremacy. The Tinkerer class adds an exciting layer of gameplay depth, providing players with innovative strategies to overcome the challenges that await - while supporting their teammates and dealing considerable damage.

🔥 Key Game Features:

  • Dynamic Card Battles: Engage in intense card battles, strategically navigating the perilous depths of a deep, dark dungeon.

  • Go Solo or with Friends: HELLCARD can be played solo with AI companions, or in a group of up to three players cooperatively facing the perils of the dungeon and fighting its monsters together.

  • Unique Paperverse Setting: Immerse yourself in an award-winning pop-up book world presented in a unique artstyle filled with unique challenges and mysteries.

  • Tinkerer Class: Unleash the power of the Tinkerer, a new class with innovative abilities and gadgets.

  • Procedurally Generated: Explore ever-changing environments, ensuring each playthrough is a fresh and challenging experience.

  • Rogue-lite Elements: Embrace the challenge of rogue-lite gameplay, where death is not the end but a chance to grow stronger.

🎊 Join the HELLCARD Community: Stay connected with the HELLCARD community for the latest updates, reveals, and exclusive content:

Prepare for a journey into the abyss like never before. HELLCARD is ready to redefine the roguelike card game genre, and on February 1st, 2024, the dungeon will open. Are you prepared to face the swarm? 

🔗 Additional Resources: Members of the media interested in covering HELLCARD or seeking more information are invited to reach out to the contacts below.
  Press Contact:
Bill Murphy - [email protected]
Garrett Fuller - [email protected]
 
About Thing Trunk - http://www.thingtrunk.com
Thing Trunk is an independent game development studio based in Warsaw, Poland. The core team is comprised of ten dedicated developers. The 3 founders ― Filip Starzyński, Konstanty Kalicki, and Maciej Biedrzycki ― are casual game industry veterans who (despite a level of success) scrapped their former brands (Codeminon and Twinbottles) to focus solely on the ambitious Return 2 Games idea. Since then, they have been busy trying to prove that making high-quality games is possible with a small but experienced team with lots of passion.

About Skystone Games
Skystone Games aims to be a global leader in video game publishing with a passion for uncovering rich new experiences highlighting incredible talent worldwide. Founded by industry veterans David Brevik (Creator of the Diablo franchise) and Bill Wang (Perfect World & Giant), Skystone Games has launched titles such as Spacelines from the Far Out, UNDYING, and HELLCARD. Upcoming titles include Tiny Bookshop, Maniac, and several unannounced projects. Skystone is actively seeking more partners. More information can be found at Skystone.Games.

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