A small hotfix is now live! We’ve just released v1.016 for King’s Well, fixing an issue affecting certain weapons when continuing a saved run. What’s included: Fixed an issue where Red Buckler, Black Buckler, Red Shiv, and Black Shiv could load incorrectly after using Continue Thanks again to everyone reporting issues and helping us improve the game! 🃏 We’ll keep monitoring your feedback and r…
A small update is now live! We’ve just released a mini update for King’s Well, bringing one of the most requested features along with a few fixes and improvements. What’s included: · Added a mid-run save system · The game now automatically saves whenever you select a node and again after completing it · Using Quit Game or Return to Menu will let you resume your run later with the Continue butto…
Mini Update: Display Options, Achievements & Fixes A small update is now live! We’ve just released a mini update for King’s Well, bringing a few requested improvements and fixes. What’s included: Added Fullscreen and Windowed display modes Fixed issues affecting Steam Achievements Various bug fixes Fixed several stability issues Thanks to everyone who’s been playing and sharing feedback with us…
King’s Well is OUT NOW! ⚙️🃏 The wait is over. King’s Well is officially available now on Steam! Descend into the Well and build your way through every run with the cards you’re dealt. Create powerful poker hands, strengthen your weapons, discover relics, and find unexpected synergies as you push deeper into the pit. Every decision can shape your build, and every run gives you a new way to play…
King’s Well Launches August 11! The wait is almost over! The full version of King’s Well launches globally on Steam on August 11 at 10:00 PM UTC. King’s Well will unlock at the same moment worldwide. Depending on your time zone, the release will take place on either August 11 or August 12. Find your local release time below: THE AMERICAS - AUGUST 11 Los Angeles / Vancouver — 15:00 PDT Denver /…
Only 6 Days Until the Full Release! King’s Well launches on Steam on August 11! After months of development, testing, balancing, and refining the depths of the Well, we are incredibly excited to finally bring you the complete experience. We also want to thank everyone who played the demo, joined the challenges, shared feedback, reported issues, and added King’s Well to their wishlist. Your supp…
Hey everyone, We’ve released a new update for the King’s Well demo! This one is mostly focused on making the game easier and more comfortable to play, especially if you’re using a controller or playing on Steam Deck. Update highlights: · Controller support is here! You can now play the King’s Well demo with a controller. We’ve improved gamepad navigation and made several adjustments so the core…
Think You Can Escape The Well... Even Faster? ⚙️⛓️ Calling all Surface-Seekers! The industrial depths of King's Well are shifting, and it's time to see who has truly mastered optimizing their machine-fueled card engine. After an incredible response to our first event, we are thrilled to announce the Second King's Well Speedrun Challenge ! The mechanical horrors in the pit are deadlier than ever…
Greetings Survivors of the Well, A major new update is now live for the King’s Well Demo! We’re drastically changing how combat plays out by introducing a dynamic new behavior system for the mechanical horrors waiting for you in the pit. What’s New in the Well? Enemy Intent System Enemies can now use a variety of actions beyond simply attacking. They may disrupt your deck, weaken your cards, di…
Greetings, Tacticians and Card Sharps! The dust from the Deckbuilders Fest has barely settled, and we are already moving toward our next major deployment. We are incredibly proud to reveal that King's Well will be featured in the Steam Strategems Festival , kicking off this May 28th ! While our game wears its card-battling heart on its sleeve, the true core of King’s Well is deep, calculated st…
Greetings, Exiles. The gears of "The Well" are turning faster than ever. We’ve been listening to your feedback and grinding away at the rusted machinery to bring you our most significant technical update yet. Whether you are a master strategist or a speedrunner, there is something in this haul for you. 🛠️ The Black Market & Advanced Customization The most requested feature is finally here. You…
Greetings, Exiles of the Well! The wait is over. We are incredibly excited to announce that the King's Well Demo is officially playable as part of the Steam Deckbuilders Fest! From May 4th to May 11th, you can dive into our steampunk world and experience the high-stakes strategy of our poker-fueled combat system. In King’s Well, your cards aren’t just numbers, they are the ammunition and energy…
Think You Can Escape The Well? Prove It! ⚙️⛓️ Calling all Surface-Seekers! The industrial depths of King's Well are unforgiving, but those who can optimize their mechanical engine with precision will earn their freedom. We are excited to announce that the King's Well Demo officially launches on May 4th ! To celebrate, we are launching the "King's Well Speedrun Challenge"! We want to see who can…
In the rusted, claustrophobic depths of The Well, your survival depends on how effectively you can power your mechanical arsenal. Today, we are showcasing a core component of your kit: The Shiv . As a reliable combat unit, the Shiv is designed to turn your black cards to tons of damage. · Tactical Focus: The Shiv specializes in high-output performance when paired with black cards. · Upgradabili…
Greetings Survivors of the Well, The descent into the industrial pit just got a lot more visceral. We’ve been deep in the workshop, oily rags in hand, refining the mechanical heart of King’s Well . Our latest playtest update is now live, focusing on making every action in the vertical labyrinth feel more impactful and rewarding. What’s New in the Pit? · Impactful Combat: We’ve improved enemy hi…
A massive thank you to every exile who descended into The Well for our latest playtest session. Navigating a vertical labyrinth filled with enemies is no small feat and your bravery provided us with invaluable insights. Our team is currently deep in the workshop, processing your mechanical feedback and analyzing every tactical synergy you discovered. Whether it was a perfectly timed Splitter pl…
Thank you for your continued interest and support! Thanks to your feedback, we are making The King's Well an even more satisfying and strategic experience. What's New? The Poker Machine is Juicier : We've added brand new sound and visual effects that you'll feel every time you draw or match cards. Audio & Visual Polish : Weapon, enemy and slot visuals have been heavily updated. The impact of ev…
🚨 The Gates of The Well are Open! Attention, Exiles. The gates to The Well have officially groaned open. Your sentence begins now. From this moment until March 11th , you are invited to test your luck and your logic in the official King’s Well Playtest . The machines are hissed to life, the cards are shuffled, and the King is watching. ⚙️ How to Participate: Access is immediate: No Codes, No W…
Attention, Exiles. The King has grown impatient with the idleness of his people. To earn your freedom and his mercy, you are invited to descend into The Well for a limited-time playtest of King’s Well. From March 4th to March 11th , you can get your hands on our dark, Steampunk-themed Roguelite Deckbuilder. This isn't your average card game. This is industrial machine combat powered by high-sta…
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