A fresh contender in the roguelike genre is making waves on Steam this week, as Vellum, a spellbinding co-op adventure from indie studio Quillbound Studios, debuts with a 30% discount—and players are already calling it a must-play. Since its launch on Tuesday, the game has surged into Steam’s “Top Sellers” list, amassing over 15,000 concurrent players and a “Very Positive” rating from its first 2,500 reviews.
What’s All the Hype About?
Vellum combines fast-paced, procedurally generated dungeons with a unique “ink and parchment” aesthetic, where players wield magical grimoires to battle eldritch horrors. Designed for 1-4 players, the game emphasizes teamwork, with classes like the Arcane Scribe (support), Rune Knight (tank), and Alchemist (DPS) requiring strategic synergy to survive ever-shifting realms. But the real twist? Players literally draw their spells mid-combat using a dynamic ink mechanic, turning every encounter into a creative duel.
“We wanted a game where magic feels magical—unpredictable, artistic, and deeply personal,” said lead developer Mara Chen in a press statement. “The ink system ensures no two players cast spells the same way, which keeps runs fresh even after dozens of hours.”
Early Success Metrics Speak Volumes
According to SteamDB data, Vellum has already cracked the platform’s top 20 trending games, outperforming established roguelikes like Hades and Risk of Rain 2 in peak daily players during its launch window. Its 28.49 until July 30) has undoubtedly fueled the frenzy, with Reddit and Discord communities buzzing over its hand-painted visuals and chaotic boss fights.
One Steam reviewer raved, *“It’s Hollow Knight meets Magic: The Gathering—if your friends could jump into your spellbook and fight alongside you. 10/10, would drown in ink again.”*
Is the Discount Worth Jumping On?
With procedurally generated lore entries, weekly challenge modes, and a roadmap teasing PvP arenas, Vellum seems built to last. The 30% discount—slashing the price to just $19.99—is a limited-time offer, and given the game’s momentum, it’s unlikely to dip lower anytime soon.
Ready to dive into the inky chaos? Grab Vellum on Steam before the discount fades on July 30. Just don’t blame us when you lose track of time… or your friends.
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