Summary<\/h3>\n\n- Demo gives players a first look at the strategic deckbuilding and dungeon-crawling gameplay.<\/li>\n
- Strategic dungeon crawling \u2013 Build your dungeon, battle through it, collect relics, upgrade your deck, survive.<\/li>\n
- Details on the full release coming May 15.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Hi everyone, I\u2019m Ben, part of the publishing team and all-round dungeon master here to introduce you to Into the Restless Ruins<\/a><\/em>\u2014a roguelike deckbuilder where you create the dungeon you fight through. Our Scottish friends at Ant Workshop have crafted something truly unique, blending strategy, deckbuilding, and dungeon crawling into one addictive package. And the best part? The demo is available right now on Xbox!<\/p>\nBuild Your Dungeon, Then Battle Through It<\/h2>\n
In Into the Restless Ruins<\/em>, you don\u2019t just explore dungeons\u2014you create them. Every room, corridor, and connection is determined by the cards you play. You\u2019ll expand the ruins using a deck of cards, strategically building out the best path to survive the dangers that await.<\/p>\nYour starting deck includes a mix of cards, including:<\/p>\n
\n- Rooms<\/strong> \u2013 Create the layout of your dungeon and uncover strategic advantages.<\/li>\n
- Corridors <\/strong>\u2013 Shape the flow of the dungeon and connect key areas.<\/li>\n
- Boosts<\/strong> \u2013 Temporary buffs to help you survive each night.<\/li>\n
- Curses<\/strong> \u2013 Dangerous cards that can increase your corruption or weaken your deck if left un-played.<\/li>\n
- Boons<\/strong> \u2013 Special bonuses that reward risk-taking and smart planning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Once you\u2019ve laid down your cards, it\u2019s time to dive into the dungeon and see how your creation holds up. The game\u2019s auto-battle system allows you to focus on positioning and strategic decisions while your character automatically attacks enemies. But don\u2019t get too comfortable\u2014each night introduces new challenges and enemies as you try to reach the Warden\u2019s lair.<\/p>\n![\"ITRR](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/Screenshot_4k_09-4e609b364d47e3cbb3d7-scaled.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nTrack Your Progress with the Compendium<\/h2>\n
As you explore the ruins, the Compendium will keep track of everything you\u2019ve discovered\u2014cards, enemies, relics, and more. It\u2019s not just a record; it\u2019s a strategic tool that helps you plan better for future runs.<\/p>\n
For example, if you unlock the Portal Gate<\/em> card, you\u2019ll gain the ability to place teleporters in the dungeon\u2014critical for quick escapes or navigating large layouts. The Compendium also reveals how to unlock new cards and upgrades, helping you refine your strategy with each run.<\/p>\n![\"ITRR](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/Screenshot_4k_03-ab5e6f07ba6bddd7dbe1-scaled.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nFriendly Faces in the Ruins<\/h2>\n
Not everyone in the ruins is hostile. Characters from Scottish folklore, like the Hen Wife, can help you on your journey. The Hen Wife allows you to trade relics to upgrade your cards, which can make all the difference when things get tough.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll also meet the Wulver, a helpful werewolf who trades boost cards for relics. Boost cards offer strategic advantages, such as increasing your attack damage, reducing torch burn rate, or boosting your health regen. Making the right upgrades at the right time could be the difference between success and failure.<\/p>\n![\"ITRR](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/Screenshot_4k_05-1ba4938d20df96f68c55-scaled.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nPush Your Limits with Cantrips<\/h2>\n
If you want to challenge yourself, you can apply Cantrips\u2014special modifiers that make the game harder but increase your score multiplier.<\/p>\n
Here are a few examples:<\/p>\n
\n- Infinite Build<\/strong> \u2013 No limit on build points each turn\u2014but enemies spawn faster.<\/li>\n
- Sudden Darkness<\/strong> \u2013 Torchlight burns out twice as fast, shortening your time in the dungeon.<\/li>\n
- Blood Price <\/strong>\u2013 Boosts your attack power but reduces health gained from relics.<\/li>\n
- Chaos Draw<\/strong> \u2013 You draw your entire deck each turn\u2014but all cards have Purge, meaning they vanish after use.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Stacking Cantrips allows you to create a custom challenge, with bigger risks leading to greater rewards.<\/p>\n![\"ITRR](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/Screenshot_4k_06-94473b1998d7b609eff4-scaled.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nSoundtrack by Russell Nash<\/h2>\n
The game\u2019s Scottish roots extend to the soundtrack, composed by Scottish synthwave artist Russell Nash<\/strong>. The music creates a mysterious and tense atmosphere, perfectly complementing the dungeon-building and auto-battle action. The full soundtrack will be available alongside the game at launch.<\/p>\n![\"ITRR](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/Screenshot_4k_04-48bb8204f3d6c6ca9398-scaled.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nFull Release Coming Soon<\/h2>\n
The demo is just a taste of what\u2019s to come. The full release of Into the Restless Ruins<\/a><\/em> launches on Xbox on May 15 and includes:<\/p>\n\n- 116 cards across seven categories (Rooms, Corridors, Curses, Boons, Herbs, Trinkets, and Injuries).<\/li>\n
- Six twisted ruins to master.<\/li>\n
- 62 creatures, including 6 bosses.<\/li>\n
- 40 passive charms to shape your strategy.<\/li>\n
- 38 Cantrips to customize your challenge level.<\/li>\n
- 12 weapons to discover and upgrade.<\/li>\n
- 22 echoes of the past and future to uncover.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
So, if you think you\u2019ve got what it takes to build and survive your own dungeon, give the demo a go today! Be sure to follow us on Bluesky<\/a> \/\/ X\/Twitter<\/a> \/\/ TikTok<\/a> \/\/ Instagram<\/a> \/\/ Reddit<\/a> \/\/ Website<\/a> for the latest updates and announcements.<\/p>\n
Hi everyone, I\u2019m Ben, part of the publishing team and all-round dungeon master here to introduce you to Into the Restless Ruins<\/a><\/em>\u2014a roguelike deckbuilder where you create the dungeon you fight through. Our Scottish friends at Ant Workshop have crafted something truly unique, blending strategy, deckbuilding, and dungeon crawling into one addictive package. And the best part? The demo is available right now on Xbox!<\/p>\n In Into the Restless Ruins<\/em>, you don\u2019t just explore dungeons\u2014you create them. Every room, corridor, and connection is determined by the cards you play. You\u2019ll expand the ruins using a deck of cards, strategically building out the best path to survive the dangers that await.<\/p>\n Your starting deck includes a mix of cards, including:<\/p>\n Once you\u2019ve laid down your cards, it\u2019s time to dive into the dungeon and see how your creation holds up. The game\u2019s auto-battle system allows you to focus on positioning and strategic decisions while your character automatically attacks enemies. But don\u2019t get too comfortable\u2014each night introduces new challenges and enemies as you try to reach the Warden\u2019s lair.<\/p>\n As you explore the ruins, the Compendium will keep track of everything you\u2019ve discovered\u2014cards, enemies, relics, and more. It\u2019s not just a record; it\u2019s a strategic tool that helps you plan better for future runs.<\/p>\n For example, if you unlock the Portal Gate<\/em> card, you\u2019ll gain the ability to place teleporters in the dungeon\u2014critical for quick escapes or navigating large layouts. The Compendium also reveals how to unlock new cards and upgrades, helping you refine your strategy with each run.<\/p>\n Not everyone in the ruins is hostile. Characters from Scottish folklore, like the Hen Wife, can help you on your journey. The Hen Wife allows you to trade relics to upgrade your cards, which can make all the difference when things get tough.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll also meet the Wulver, a helpful werewolf who trades boost cards for relics. Boost cards offer strategic advantages, such as increasing your attack damage, reducing torch burn rate, or boosting your health regen. Making the right upgrades at the right time could be the difference between success and failure.<\/p>\n If you want to challenge yourself, you can apply Cantrips\u2014special modifiers that make the game harder but increase your score multiplier.<\/p>\n Here are a few examples:<\/p>\n Stacking Cantrips allows you to create a custom challenge, with bigger risks leading to greater rewards.<\/p>\n The game\u2019s Scottish roots extend to the soundtrack, composed by Scottish synthwave artist Russell Nash<\/strong>. The music creates a mysterious and tense atmosphere, perfectly complementing the dungeon-building and auto-battle action. The full soundtrack will be available alongside the game at launch.<\/p>\n The demo is just a taste of what\u2019s to come. The full release of Into the Restless Ruins<\/a><\/em> launches on Xbox on May 15 and includes:<\/p>\n So, if you think you\u2019ve got what it takes to build and survive your own dungeon, give the demo a go today! Be sure to follow us on Bluesky<\/a> \/\/ X\/Twitter<\/a> \/\/ TikTok<\/a> \/\/ Instagram<\/a> \/\/ Reddit<\/a> \/\/ Website<\/a> for the latest updates and announcements.<\/p>\nBuild Your Dungeon, Then Battle Through It<\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\nTrack Your Progress with the Compendium<\/h2>\n
<\/figure>\nFriendly Faces in the Ruins<\/h2>\n
<\/figure>\nPush Your Limits with Cantrips<\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\nSoundtrack by Russell Nash<\/h2>\n
<\/figure>\nFull Release Coming Soon<\/h2>\n
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