Linebound

Linebound

Released May 2026 · delisted

One player navigates. One player creates. Linebound is a 2D asymmetric co-op puzzle platformer where one player navigates the world while the other draws platforms in real time. Progress is only possible through communication.

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Evaluation

Linebound launched on May 31, 2026 as a free asymmetric co-op puzzle platformer with 15 hand-crafted levels. The store listing noted that the game was "free-to-keep for the first month post launch," suggesting a limited availability window. As of today (July 6, 2026), the game no longer has any purchase options available on Steam — it has been delisted from the storefront and can no longer be acquired. The developer posted two post-launch patches in early June (June 1 and June 7, 2026) addressing bug fixes, visual improvements, audio issues, and performance optimizations, but has made no further announcements.
Evidence
No purchase options are currently available on the store — the game can no longer be acquired.
store metadata · Jul 6, 2026 source development ending
high
Store description explicitly states the game was 'free-to-keep for the first month post launch,' implying limited availability with a defined end date.
store metadata · May 31, 2026 source ambiguous
high

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
FutureBound
Achievements
17
Platform
Windows
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Multiplayer · Co-op · Local/Split Screen

About this game

Linebound is free-to-keep for the first month post launch! Grab it while you can!

One player draws; the other navigates. Together, you reach each exit.

Linebound is a local, asymmetric, co-operative puzzle platform game for two players. One of you is the Artist, drawing platforms directly into the pages of a living sketchbook in real time. The other player is Sketch: a hand-drawn character who is brought to life inside the book and must hop through its puzzles and platforms.

The Artist sees the world from the outside. Sketch lives inside it. They need each other to progress. With an intuitive, easy to learn gameplay-loop, Linebound puts its focus on player to player interaction. Communication is key, as trust is needed to effectively dot each i and cross each t.

Linebound takes place inside a hand-drawn sketchbook. Pencil-scratched environments, crayon-colored platforms, and doodled creatures fill each page with charm and personality.

Features:

  • Asymmetric local co-op - 2 players, 2 different experiences

  • Real-time platform drawing mechanic

  • 15 hand-crafted puzzle levels inside a living sketchbook world

  • Hand-drawn art style with pencil characters and crayon environments

  • Built entirely around communication and cooperation

Important: Steam Remote Play Together or Parsec is required for online play, as Linebound does not support it innately.

Last evaluated Jul 6, 2026
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