YUKIKAZE, STUDIO WILDROSE, and NatsumeAtari have officially released Penny Blood: Hellbound on PC via Steam. The game initially released via early access in February 2024. The game is a brand-new roguelike Penny Blood prequel. Penny Blood itself is an upcoming RPG that is currently still in early access. The exact release date for the game is unknown. Check out the release trailer for Penny Blood: Hellbound, available now on PC, below:
The Steam page describes Penny Blood: Hellbound as follows:
Adopt the role of six hyper-powered anarchists in action-packed roguelike Penny Blood: Hellbound, as you attempt to break free of a prison unlike any you’ve ever witnessed. Die, die, and die again to collect malice and forge allegiances with fellow prisoners in order to learn new skills and enhance your abilities as you fight to escape this extraordinary hellscape.
From dark JRPG mastermind, Matsuzo Machida, developed by industry veterans at NatsumeAtari, featuring art by Miyako Kato, and with a brand-new soundtrack from Yoshitaka Hirota and Noriyuki Iwadare, enjoy a taste of the tenebrous in this prequel to the upcoming title, Penny Blood.
New Features in the Full Release
- New Area: Explore the final, most challenging area of the game, pushing players to their limits as they uncover the final outcome of the story.
- Final Boss: Confront the terrifying and enigmatic leader of Celestial Rainbow who will test your combat mastery and resolve.
- New Playable Character: Vito, the last of the Hellhounders, is now playable, bringing a unique playstyle and a fresh approach to the runs.
- New Weapons: Each of the six playable characters can now unlock a third weapon, offering three distinct playstyles per character.
- Two New Dungeon NPCs
- Padre: A fervent man of the cloth with a fiery personality and a claim to a dark historical lineage.
- Z14: A grotesque creature harboring a deep vendetta against the Void Wizard.
- Expanded Quests and Story Scenes: Immerse yourself in additional narrative depth with new quests for NPCs and expanded main story sequences.
- Epic Conclusion: Experience the thrilling conclusion of the main story, complete with cinematic scenes and a powerful ending.
- New Badges: Unlockable achievements for dedicated adventurers.
- Gameplay Balancing: Improved mechanics in both single player and online multiplayer modes.
- Secrets and Challenges: Hidden surprises await those brave enough to uncover them!
