- Into the Slimy Mines is OUT NOW! - 29 May 2026
Into the Slimy Mines is OUT NOW on PC, PS5, Series X|S and Nintendo Switch! Plus, if you already have Into the Restless Ruins, you can save by grabbing it in the Into the Slimy Ruins bundle.We’ve loved making the tale of Captain Firebeard and his crew trapped on a hostile slime-filled planet, and refining every chaotic dig along the way.We’re super excited for players to get their pickaxes out and play (especially on consoles, we spent a lot of time thinking about controller support!) and discover the strategies, surprises, and mayhem for themselves.Happy mining!
- Play Into the Slimy Mines in Steam Next Fest - 24 February 2026
Hey guys, Into the Slimy Mines is featured in this February's Steam Next Fest! We would love for anyone who plays the demo and takes on the hoards of slimeoids to let us know what they think. That feedback will help prime our launch turrets in the right direction. Good luck down those mines!
- v1.1.3 - 6 February 2026
Fixes a player-reported potential soft lock in Jarlshof+, thanks very much for submitting that!
- NEW GAME REVEAL - Into the Slimy Mines - 5 February 2026
Hey guys, the dream team is back! Wales Interactive and Ant Workshop are reuniting again but this time we've got a Tower Defense Roguelike with a card twist! Into the Slimy Mines is a fresh new style of roguelike tower defense where players don't just have to worry about the hordes of creeps, but also need to plan and shape the routes they can take, while their turrets are slap bang in the line of fire. We can't wait to get the demo in to players’ hands and see how they get on rescuing the dwarven crew of the Stout Hammer from the drill-crazed Slimeoids!Working for Ironkilt Intergalactic Industries is not easy, especially when you crash your mining vessel and lose all of your crew on a slime infested moon! Rescue your crew and return your ore filled cargo before the Boss hands over the Stout Hammer to a more competent dwarf. Buy cards and booster packs, expand your tunnels, find crazy c…
- Deckbuild Your Own Dungeon (Sale + Update) - 24 October 2025
Happy Friday! We’ve got a small update for you that tidies up a few bugs and ensures those rare soft-locks are taken care of! Patch Notes v1.1.2* fixes a very rare possible soft-lock in the level generation on a couple of levels* makes the "10 cards in your hand" achievement not possible when you have the "draw full deck" cantrip* fixes a collision issue in the Orrery* Fixed an issue with the Stone Heart charm's effects being stacked each time you loaded a save* fixes the Unity security issue For anyone new to Into the Restless Ruins, here’s a quick refresher on what’s waiting for you in the depths: Build the dungeon as you play: each card you draw shapes the labyrinth ahead, from traps and chambers to encounters.Scottish folklore comes alive: face down eerie creatures inspired by tales of the Highlands, with bosses that test both strategy and luck.A compendium to conquer: unlock and re…
- Build-Your-Own-Dungeon (Sale + Minor Bug Fixes) - 1 September 2025
Roguelites, deckbuilding & dungeon-crawling — if that’s your idea of home, then whaur’ve ye been hidin’? The ruins are calling and they aren’t going to explore themselves! Today, we’ve pushed out a small update that tidies up a few bugs and optimisations behind the scenes — nothing dramatic, but enough to keep your dungeon runs smooth. For anyone new to Into the Restless Ruins, here’s a quick refresher on what’s waiting for you in the depths: Build the dungeon as you play: each card you draw shapes the labyrinth ahead, from traps and chambers to encounters.Scottish folklore comes alive: face down eerie creatures inspired by tales of the Highlands, with bosses that test both strategy and luck.A compendium to conquer: unlock and record 100+ cards, weapons, and cantrips to mix up your strategies on each new run.Charm your fate: passive boosts and character interactions can change the cours…
- 1.1.0 Patch Notes | RUIN REMIX UPDATE - 26 June 2025
Hey all,It's been a crazy month-and-a-bit since Into the Restless Ruins came out, and we haven't been sat back sipping cocktails in the sun (partly because we're in Scotland, so very little sun)!No, we've been working hard on this chunky free update for you all, so without further ado... introducing the Ruin Remix! This has been guided entirely by the player feedback we've received. In particular two things have been very clear: first, you wanted the Maiden's favours to keep being useful later in a run when you already have plenty of cards in your deck; and second you wanted more ruins to conquer!So we've done those things, alongside a bunch of other balancing changes, some new cards, and a couple of bug fixes.Full change notes below...Once again thanks a ton to everyone who has picked up the game, if you haven't as yet had the opportunity please leave us a Steam review as that would he…
- Patch 1.0.9 | Into the Restless Ruins - 27 May 2025
Hi all, we've been reading through all of your feedback and bugs reports, on Steam, our Discord, and by using the in-game F8 report function. We hear you that there are some balancing tweaks and other changes that you would like for later in the game, and we're thinking through how best to implement these. We don't want to rush any big balancing changes, so in the meantime we've released a small patch to fix some quicker feedback and issues that have been reported, and also adding a feature that we got asked for a lot since the demo - full mouse controls! Full patch notes are below. Once again thanks a ton to everyone who has picked up the game and especially anyone who's left a Steam review - they're a huge help for getting small indie teams like ours visibility, and we read every single one! Cheers, James, Rachel & Tony. Into the Restless Ruins - v1.0.9 - 27/05/2025 New Updates Added…
- Into the Restless Ruins gets you to deck-build a dungeon and then explore it - 26 May 2025
Into the Restless Ruins is a rather different dungeon crawler, one where you build the dungeon over time with a deck of cards you continue to gather and upgrade. Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/05/into-the-restless-ruins-gets-you-to-deck-build-a-dungeon-and-then-explore-it/
- THANK YOU - 20 May 2025
Hi all! Phew, what a week, eh? As we emerge from the launch fog, we just wanted to take a moment to drop a quick THANK YOU. If you haven't been on this end of a game launch before, the closest thing I can liken it to is an exam - except it's an exam you've spent over a year studying for. Is all your work good, or not? Will you pass or fail? Oh gosh, the nerves on launch day. So it's been the most wonderful experience seeing all of the new dungeoneers explore the ruins they've built. Already, we've seen everything from the gamer rage over Clava Cairn's Warden, to no-rotate runs! We've been overwhelmed by the incredible reviews, here are a few of our favourites... "My night's sleep may well be RESTLESS and RUINED cause I can't stop thinking about playing this banger of a game." - ekenz "Into the Restless Ruin really surprised me. The core loop of building the dungeon, uncovering the seals…
- Into the Restless Ruins is OUT NOW! - 15 May 2025
Hey gang, Tony here again on this very exciting day - tick tock, it's launch o'clock! Check out the cool new trailer and all the info below... Into the Restless Ruins, the roguelike deckbuilder rooted in Scottish folklore, is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC. Into the Restless Ruins blends strategic deckbuilding with dungeon crawling, offering players the ability to create their own dungeon using a deck of cards, then auto-battling through the challenges they’ve constructed. Every card played shapes the dungeon’s layout, adds buffs or curses, and affects the outcome of each run. Players begin their descent into the ruins in Eorisdale, the game’s introductory level. Here, players construct their first dungeon, encounter a curated selection of cards, enemies, and upgrades, and meet unforgettable NPCs like the Hen Wife and the Wulver, who offer critic…
- We Have a Launch Date! 🎉 - 20 March 2025
Hello, Tony here again. Did you enjoy Next Fest? We did, and it was great to see so many folks playing and enjoying out demo. Anyway, we have some massive MASSIVE news... We're thrilled to announce that Into the Restless Ruins, our upcoming roguelike deckbuilder rooted in Scottish folklore, will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC on May 15, 2025! And starting today, players can get a first taste of the game with a playable demo available on PS5, Xbox, and Steam. Into the Restless Ruins blends strategic deckbuilding with dungeon crawling, offering players the ability to create their own dungeon using a deck of cards—then auto-battling through the challenges they’ve constructed. Every card played shapes the dungeon’s layout, adds buffs or curses, and affects the outcome of each run. What’s in the Demo? Players can experience the core gameplay loop of building…
- The demo for unique deckbuilder Into the Restless Ruins is now even better - 26 February 2025
I love roguelike deckbuilders, but I'm always on the lookout for a game that takes the genre one step further. Games like Balatro, Slay the Spire, and Inscryption are all unique in their own way, but Into the Restless Ruins is doing something equally as interesting. If you're yet to try the game's original demo, which has been around for some time, it's just been massively updated for Steam Next Fest, making it better than ever. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Demo drops for ex GTA dev's new roguelike that makes you a dungeon master Ex GTA dev is making a deck building dungeon maker, you can try it now Build your own dungeon adventure in this new roguelike deck builder
- Into the Restless Ruins Now Available in Multiple Languages! 🌍 - 25 February 2025
Hello, Wanderers! The Restless Ruins have been whispering across the world, and now they speak in even more tongues! We’re thrilled to announce that Into the Restless Ruins is now available in a variety of languages, making it more accessible than ever. New Language Support We've added full localisation for the following languages: 🟢 English 🟢 Turkish 🟢 French 🟢 Italian 🟢 German 🟢 Spanish 🟢 Japanese 🟢 Korean 🟢 Portuguese (Brazil) 🟢 Russian 🟢 Simplified Chinese 🟢 Welsh And for our Gaelic-speaking friends, Scottish Gaelic will be coming with the full release! Bringing the Ruins to More Players We’ve worked hard to ensure that the world of Into the Restless Ruins, with its deep roots in Scottish folklore, resonates in each of these languages. Whether you're plotting your dungeon’s expansion, battling through the dark corridors, or making deals with the mysterious Harvest Maiden…
- Brand New Demo For Steam Next Fest - 24 February 2025
Hello, Tony here! Next Fest is upon us, and so as Gabe swoops around the place sprinkling treats like an indie game Santa, Into the Restless Ruins has a shiny new demo for you to try out! We're very proud and excited to share all of the additions and improvements on the alpha demo we released for Tiny Teams last year, and very happy that now even more of you can play as we now support 13 additional languages (if yours isn't included, post below to request it)! "So what's new, Tony?" you are probably thinking. And I'm glad you are, because I've typed out a big list here and it would go to waste otherwise. Here's the change list: A compendium screen for you to check out what you've discovered, between runs. It's broken down in to Cards, Creatures, Cantrips, Charms, Weapons, and Player Stats, and also shows what you need to do to unlock things. Very handy. Mid-run saving, so you can leave…
- Demo drops for ex GTA dev's new roguelike that makes you a dungeon master - 11 February 2025
As fun as dungeon crawling can be, being dungeon master is often just as rewarding. Pacing out the rooms, threats, and treasure offers a particular kind of satisfaction. New roguelike Into the Restless Ruins blends the two through deckbuilding, where you build out the map each night using different cards, creating more rooms for your hero to fight through. It's a captivating combo, all rooted in Scottish folklore, and there's now a new demo for you to try. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Ex GTA dev is making a deck building dungeon maker, you can try it now Build your own dungeon adventure in this new roguelike deck builder
- We're in the Steam Next Fest! - 11 February 2025
Hello! I'm Tony, back again after a wee bit of a break. I mentioned in December that we've been quiet because some exciting things have been going on behind the scenes - and now I can finally talk about them! Next Fest First up, Into the Restless Ruins is going to be in the Steam Next Fest this February with a new demo for you to check out! The demo is from the latest version of the game and showcases lots of the things we've been working on adding and improving since the last one - with many of these coming from direct feedback we received from you, our players (thank you!) There are too many changes to list, but some big ones are mid-run saving, randomly placed obstacles, a new boss fight, Boon cards as a powerful reward when you claim a seal (they're like anti-Curses) and a new soundtrack by Scottish synth wave artist Russel Nash. Slam your eyeballs against the brand-new trailer and…
- We're in The Game Awards! - 6 December 2024
Hello! We’re thrilled to announce that Into the Restless Ruins has been selected to be part of The Game Awards for Games Who Can’t Afford the Game Awards (TGAGWCAGA) 2024 Showcase! TGAGWCAGA is a brand new showcase designed to spotlight incredible indie games that truly deserve more attention—while also poking a bit of fun at the exclusivity of The Game Awards. Catch our new gameplay trailer during the TGAGWCAGA showcase! Date: Friday, December 13 Time: 5:00 PM UTC / 6:00 PM CET / 12:00 PM ET Subscribe to the YouTube channel and don’t miss it! https://www.youtube.com/@TGAGWCAGA We've been a bit quiet with the dev diaries recently, but have been super busy working behind the scenes and have some exciting stuff and announcements coming up very soon. Hopefully we'll be able to share more in January! Cheers, James, Rachel & Tony.
- Dev Diary - October '24 - 28 October 2024
Hello! I'm Tony back once again, slightly later in the month than usual but with the same big wodge of development news.. Weapons Reworked Another aspect of the game that we weren't super happy with in the demo is how weapons are given to the player. Into the Restless Ruins is never meant to be a full-on action game in a Vampire Survivors style, and we always want the cards that you play to be important to your survival rather than allowing players to build an arsenal big enough that they can dodge roll their way to success. So we hid new weapons away in late-stage fog rooms, and made it so that you can only carry one at a time. This had two unintended consequences: firstly it meant often players just wouldn't see them as they would have explore a lot; and secondly it meant that all weapons had to be useful in the same set of situations - it was no good having a weapon that only worked…
- Dev Diary - September '24 - 18 September 2024
Hello! I'm Tony back once again. Not with the ill behaviour, as fans of 90's hip hip or dance music might expect, but with another update on what we've been doing this month on Into the Restless Ruins. Watching People Play the Demo As I mentioned in last month's dev update the demo came out in early August, so a big chunk of our work recently has been watching folks play. We've been really blown away by the response to it, it's been much better than we expected! Thousands of you have played, and we've been really enjoying seeing the layouts you've created and the extra challenges you've set for yourselves as we've watched Youtube and Twitch streams. A big shout out to the folks who joined our Discord and chatted tactics while sharing their crazy builds. Honestly, we would never have imagined that someone would play for this long and aim to fill in the entire map! And in particular, Disc…
