"Hellforged," developed by MoonPyre Studio and published by Grindstone, is confirmed to launch in Early Access on Steam on January 18, 2027. A new trailer was released simultaneously, showcasing adjustments made since the initial demo release, with the developers noting that the game has surpassed 150,000 wishlists on Steam.
This title combines bullet-hell combat with extraction mechanics. Players must venture into demon-infested ruins to battle, collecting increasingly valuable loot along the way. Pushing deeper offers the chance for greater rewards, but items are only secured if you successfully extract before dying.
The Early Access launch version will feature four heroes with distinct roles, including the Paladin Thoren, the Dark Elf Mage Mortenzia, the Arok Hunter Ilarion, and a newly added melee Orc Slayer. There will be three maps available at launch: the returning "Catacombs," the new map "Abandoned Realm" with three variants, and "Thorn Valley," which includes two to three variants.
Regarding gear progression, players can obtain items through "Omens," embed gems into equipment with sockets, reroll affixes using Orbs, and enhance abilities with scrolls in the "Armory." The game also features high-difficulty content that adds more "Affliction" effects, achievement point rewards, and an "Archive" system for supplementary story and experience.
