Realm of Ink

Realm of Ink

Released May 2026

Realm of Ink is an Ink-style action Roguelite game. While pursuing the Fox Demon, the swordswoman Red, unexpectedly finds that her life is dictated by the 'destiny' within the world of the book. Only by breaking free can she unveil the truth of her existence and challenge the constraints of fate.

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Realm of Ink launched at full 1.0 on May 26, 2026, following a turbulent development period that included a temporary Steam delisting from January 3 to March 7, 2025. By December 14, 2025, the developer had fulfilled all original roadmap commitments with the release of Chapter 5 (the final story arc), and they noted plans to begin cross-platform porting and revamp the "Diverse Realms" gameplay system. Since the 1.0 launch, Leap Studio has been actively shipping post-launch content. On September 19, 2026, Version 1.1 went live, bringing three new autumn-themed skins, keyboard mode support, and several balance and gameplay improvements. This was the studio's fourth major update since launch. Most significantly, on September 24, 2026 — today — the developer published a Winter Content Update Preview announcing a brand-new playable form called the Dream Master Form, along with a series of new Curios to accompany it. The post also explicitly states that other content pieces are "already in intensive development" and that the studio will "find the most suitable time to officially announce them." The developer concluded: "The future of Realm of Ink holds much more than this." This confirms that the upcoming Winter Content Update is the next scheduled release, with additional unannounced content already in progress beyond that.
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Developer previews the Winter Content Update, announcing a new playable Dream Master Form, new Curios, and states that additional content is already in intensive development with more announcements to come.
news post · Sep 24, 2026 source content planned
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Version 1.1 shipped with three new autumn skins, keyboard mode, color enhancement mode, and gameplay balance changes — the fourth major post-launch update.
news post · Sep 19, 2026 source content shipped
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Developer
Publisher
4Divinity
Achievements
86
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player

About this game

Step into the shifting, treacherous realms as Red, the swordsman bound by her destiny. Wield the power of the Fox whilst confronting monstrous enemies and brutal bosses. Death is not the end; it's just a chance to redefine your destiny through cycles of death and rebirth. Take up your weapon and let your quest to escape the ever-changing realm of ink begin.

Experience infinite creativity. Dive into thrilling, fast-paced combat and invent a style that is uniquely yours.

  • Mix and match dozens of different forms, weapons, and enhancements.

  • With over 40 distinctive Ink Gems, every single run is a new opportunity.

  • Unlock vast possibilities and enhance playstyles with over 200 artifacts

  • Think you’ve mastered the realm? Prove it. Push your skill to the absolute limit in the Trial Valleys and earn high scores in the brutal Endless Challenge mode.

Adorable yet deadly. Meet Momo: your fiercely loyal companion. This mysterious Ink Pet fights tooth and claw alongside you every step of the way. But the real magic happens when you combine Ink Gems: witness instant, explosive transformations! Experience the unique changes with over 15 unique, striking forms, each one granting access to utterly unique move sets. Which combination will become your favourite?

An Eastern fantasy world, painted in ink.

Journey deep into stunning, diverse realms, from the vibrant, verdant forests to the hallowed, reverent ruins of the Mausoleum. Each environment is a breathtaking blend of classical Chinese ink-wash art and rich, vibrant colour palettes.

Draw your sword and venture into the unknown. Battle the enigmatic Realm Guardians to glimpse beyond the veil into their mysterious pasts. And prepare to face over 20 unique creatures, steeped in distinctive Chinese folklore and backstory, including the cunning Fox Demon, the elegant Peony Fairy and the elusive Mirror Sprite.

Last evaluated Sep 24, 2026
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