- King’s Well at gamescom 2026 - 26 August 2026
We’re at gamescom 2026! King’s Well is at gamescom! We’re in Cologne with Fire Brick Games and happy to be part of gamescom 2026. If you’re attending the event, come say hi and check out the game. Thanks to everyone who has supported King’s Well so far. We’re excited to be here and share this moment with you. See you at gamescom!
- Mini Update v1.016: Continue Fix - 19 August 2026
A small hotfix is now live! We’ve just released v1.016 for King’s Well, fixing an issue affecting certain weapons when continuing a saved run. What’s included: Fixed an issue where Red Buckler, Black Buckler, Red Shiv, and Black Shiv could load incorrectly after using Continue Thanks again to everyone reporting issues and helping us improve the game! 🃏 We’ll keep monitoring your feedback and rolling out fixes as needed. -Fire Brick Games
- Mini Update v1.015: Save & Shop Fixes - 14 August 2026
Mini Update v1.015: Save & Shop Fixes A small hotfix is now live! We’ve just released v1.015 for King’s Well, addressing a couple of issues reported by players. What’s included: Fixed an issue with run saves when transitioning between Acts Fixed an issue where weapons could occasionally fail to appear in the shop Thanks to everyone who’s been reporting bugs and helping us improve the game! 🃏 We’ll keep monitoring your feedback and rolling out fixes where needed. -Fire Brick Games
- Mini Update: Save System, Merchant’s Badge & Localization - 13 August 2026
A small update is now live!We’ve just released a mini update for King’s Well, bringing one of the most requested features along with a few fixes and improvements. What’s included:Added a mid-run save system The game now automatically saves whenever you select a node and again after completing itUsing Quit Game or Return to Menu will let you resume your run later with the Continue buttonUsing End Run will delete the current save and permanently end the runFixed an issue where the Merchant’s Badge relic was not applying its discount correctly to relics in the shopVarious localization improvements Thanks to everyone who’s been playing and sharing feedback with us! We heard your requests about saving mid-run and wanted to get this feature into the game as quickly as possible. We’ll keep an eye on your reports and continue polishing the game.-Fire Brick Games
- King’s Well Small Update - 12 August 2026
Mini Update: Display Options, Achievements & Fixes A small update is now live! We’ve just released a mini update for King’s Well, bringing a few requested improvements and fixes. What’s included: Added Fullscreen and Windowed display modes Fixed issues affecting Steam Achievements Various bug fixes Fixed several stability issues Thanks to everyone who’s been playing and sharing feedback with us! 🃏 We’ll keep an eye on your reports and continue polishing the game. -Fire Brick Games
- KING’S WELL IS OUT NOW! - 11 August 2026
King’s Well is OUT NOW! ⚙️🃏 The wait is over. King’s Well is officially available now on Steam!Descend into the Well and build your way through every run with the cards you’re dealt.Create powerful poker hands, strengthen your weapons, discover relics, and find unexpected synergies as you push deeper into the pit. Every decision can shape your build, and every run gives you a new way to play.Will you spend your cards to power up your weapons, risk them at the poker machine, or build around a completely different strategy?There’s no single way to survive the Well. Experiment, adapt, and see how far your build can take you.A huge thank you to everyone who played the demo, shared feedback, wishlisted the game, and followed King’s Well throughout development. Your support has meant a lot to us, and we’re incredibly excited to finally open the Well to everyone. ❤️ Now it’s your turn. Can yo…
- King’s Well Releases August 11 at 10:00 PM UTC - 10 August 2026
King’s Well Launches August 11! The wait is almost over! The full version of King’s Well launches globally on Steam on August 11 at 10:00 PM UTC. King’s Well will unlock at the same moment worldwide. Depending on your time zone, the release will take place on either August 11 or August 12. Find your local release time below: THE AMERICAS - AUGUST 11 Los Angeles / Vancouver — 15:00 PDTDenver / Mexico City — 16:00 MDT / CSTChicago / Bogotá — 17:00 CDT / COTNew York / Toronto — 18:00 EDTSão Paulo / Buenos Aires — 19:00 BRT / ART UTC AND EUROPE AUGUST 11 UTC — 22:00London / Lisbon — 23:00 BST / WEST AUGUST 12 Berlin / Paris / Rome / Madrid / Warsaw — 00:00 CESTCape Town — 00:00 SASTAthens / Istanbul / Moscow / Riyadh — 01:00 EEST / TRT / MSK / ASTDubai — 02:00 GST ASIA-PACIFIC — AUGUST 12 New Delhi — 03:30 ISTBangkok / Jakarta — 05:00 ICT / WIBBeijing / Singapore / Hong Kong / Perth — 06:00…
- 6 Days to Launch: What’s Coming in the Full Release of King’s Well? - 5 August 2026
Only 6 Days Until the Full Release! King’s Well launches on Steam on August 11! After months of development, testing, balancing, and refining the depths of the Well, we are incredibly excited to finally bring you the complete experience.We also want to thank everyone who played the demo, joined the challenges, shared feedback, reported issues, and added King’s Well to their wishlist. Your support has helped us improve the game throughout its development.The demo gave you your first opportunity to power machines with cards, build poker hands, and begin the climb toward the surface. With the full release, the gates to the complete Well will finally open.New challenges, deeper progression, more enemies, additional weapons and Relics, three complete Acts, and many new ways to build your escape are waiting below.Before launch day arrives, we want to give you a complete look at everything com…
- Demo Update: Controller Support & Steam Deck Improvements - 2 July 2026
Hey everyone,We’ve released a new update for the King’s Well demo!This one is mostly focused on making the game easier and more comfortable to play, especially if you’re using a controller or playing on Steam Deck.Update highlights:Controller support is here! You can now play the King’s Well demo with a controller. We’ve improved gamepad navigation and made several adjustments so the core gameplay feels smoother without needing a mouse and keyboard.Steam Deck improvements! We’ve also made changes to improve the demo’s Steam Deck playability.Bug fixes Several bugs and small issues reported by players have been fixed in this update.Thanks so much to everyone who has tried the demo and sent us feedback so far. It really helps us keep improving the game before launch.See you in the Well!— Fire Brick Games
- Next Fest Speedrun Challenge - 15 June 2026
Think You Can Escape The Well... Even Faster? ⚙️⛓️Calling all Surface-Seekers! The industrial depths of King's Well are shifting, and it's time to see who has truly mastered optimizing their machine-fueled card engine.After an incredible response to our first event, we are thrilled to announce the Second King's Well Speedrun Challenge! The mechanical horrors in the pit are deadlier than ever with our latest updates but the prize pool is waiting for whoever can navigate the labyrinth with absolute precision.This event is officially live as part of Steam Next Fest 2026!📅 Event Dates: June 15th – June 22nd at 10 AM PT.How to join the Challenge:Head over to our official Discord to see the full event details, leaderboard rules and information on how to participate for a chance to win prizes, including Steam Gift Cards and game keys!Note: This is a community-organized event. It is not affili…
- King's Well Demo Update - 12 June 2026
Greetings Survivors of the Well,A major new update is now live for the King’s Well Demo! We’re drastically changing how combat plays out by introducing a dynamic new behavior system for the mechanical horrors waiting for you in the pit.What’s New in the Well?Enemy Intent System Enemies can now use a variety of actions beyond simply attacking. They may disrupt your deck, weaken your cards, disable your machines, steal your gold, or repair themselves. We have added 12 new enemy intents: Charging: Increases the enemy’s damage for its next turn.Blank Card: Adds Blank Cards to your hand. Blank Cards cannot be played anywhere.Poison Card: Adds poisoned 2s to your hand. If they remain unplayed, you lose 5 HP.Bloody Aces: Adds a -2 HP penalty to the Aces in your hand.Rusted Royals: Reduces the Power of Face Cards in your hand by 5.Lock Poker Machine: Disables the Poker Machine for a set number…
- King's Well Featured in Steam Strategems Festival 2026! - 26 May 2026
Greetings, Tacticians and Card Sharps!The dust from the Deckbuilders Fest has barely settled, and we are already moving toward our next major deployment. We are incredibly proud to reveal that King's Well will be featured in the Steam Strategems Festival, kicking off this May 28th!While our game wears its card-battling heart on its sleeve, the true core of King’s Well is deep, calculated strategy. This festival celebrates games that challenge your mind and we can't wait to show a whole new audience how tactical a royal flush can truly be.https://store.steampowered.com/developer/goblinz_publishing/sale/strategemsWhat Makes King's Well a True Strategem? 🧠In the Well, winning isn't just about getting lucky draws. It’s about resource management and risk mitigation.Tactical Fueling: Do you burn a pair now to take out a minor threat or save your cards to setup a devastating Full House turn a…
- Dev Log #1 - April Updates - 7 May 2026
Greetings, Exiles.The gears of "The Well" are turning faster than ever. We’ve been listening to your feedback and grinding away at the rusted machinery to bring you our most significant technical update yet. Whether you are a master strategist or a speedrunner, there is something in this haul for you.🛠️ The Black Market & Advanced CustomizationThe most requested feature is finally here. You no longer have to rely purely on what you find in the rusted pits.The Black Market: A new node where you can forge your own cards, giving you total control over your mechanical engine.10 New Special Upgrades: We’ve added ten unique ways to enhance your deck, allowing for even deeper synergy with your machines.🧭 Navigating the ChaosProcedural Maps: Fixed paths are gone. Every run now features a randomly generated branching map, forcing you to make tough tactical choices between Combat, Shops, and Re…
- King's Well Demo is LIVE! + Speedrun Challenge & Deckbuilders Fest - 3 May 2026
Greetings, Exiles of the Well!The wait is over. We are incredibly excited to announce that the King's Well Demo is officially playable as part of the Steam Deckbuilders Fest!From May 4th to May 11th, you can dive into our steampunk world and experience the high-stakes strategy of our poker-fueled combat system. In King’s Well, your cards aren’t just numbers, they are the ammunition and energy for your entire arsenal.The Speedrun Challenge Begins! ⏱️Think you can navigate the depths of the Well faster than anyone else? We are officially kicking off a Speedrun Challenge for the duration of the Steam Deckbuilders Fest from May 4 to May 11.Enter our Discord server to see full rules and how to participate.The Reward: The top players will earn a special Steam Gift cards.Steam Deckbuilders Fest (May 4 – May 11) 🃏We are honored to be featured alongside some of the best card games in the indust…
- Speedrun Challenge - 28 April 2026
Think You Can Escape The Well? Prove It! ⚙️⛓️Calling all Surface-Seekers! The industrial depths of King's Well are unforgiving, but those who can optimize their mechanical engine with precision will earn their freedom.We are excited to announce that the King's Well Demo officially launches on May 4th! To celebrate, we are launching the "King's Well Speedrun Challenge"! We want to see who can navigate the rusted vertical labyrinth and reach the surface in record time.This event will be part of the Steam Deckbuilders Fest 2026.Event Dates: May 4th - May 11th at 10am PT.How to join the community event:Head over to our official Discord to see the full event details, leaderboard rules and information on how to participate for a chance to win prizes, including Steam Gift Cards and game keys!Note: This is a community-organized event. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Valv…
- Weapon introduction: Shiv - 24 April 2026
In the rusted, claustrophobic depths of The Well, your survival depends on how effectively you can power your mechanical arsenal. Today, we are showcasing a core component of your kit: The Shiv.As a reliable combat unit, the Shiv is designed to turn your black cards to tons of damage.Tactical Focus: The Shiv specializes in high-output performance when paired with black cards.Upgradability: Players can enhance this machine to increase their damage output, turning a standard tool into a lethal asset for dismantling the mechanical sentries guarding the Well.Whether you are navigating the labyrinthine paths or preparing for an encounter with an industrial boss, the Shiv offers the efficiency you need to maintain your momentum.How will you integrate the Shiv into your machine engine? Let us know in the comments and don't forget to wishlist King's Well to stay updated on all future mechanical…
- King's Well Playtest Update - 25 March 2026
Greetings Survivors of the Well,The descent into the industrial pit just got a lot more visceral. We’ve been deep in the workshop, oily rags in hand, refining the mechanical heart of King’s Well. Our latest playtest update is now live, focusing on making every action in the vertical labyrinth feel more impactful and rewarding.What’s New in the Pit?Impactful Combat: We’ve improved enemy hit effects to provide stronger, more satisfying feedback when your "Machine Slots" trigger.The Poker Machine Evolution: Experience the "rolling numbers" effect—watching your bonuses climb adds a new layer of tension to your tactical combinations.Sequential Power: Card bonuses now trigger one by one, accompanied by bespoke visual and audio polish to ensure you feel the weight of every successful hand.Accessibility: The tutorial is now accessible directly from the main menu, making it easier for new exiles…
- Transmission from The Well: Feedback Received & Calibrating for March - 13 March 2026
A massive thank you to every exile who descended into The Well for our latest playtest session. Navigating a vertical labyrinth filled with enemies is no small feat and your bravery provided us with invaluable insights. Our team is currently deep in the workshop, processing your mechanical feedback and analyzing every tactical synergy you discovered. Whether it was a perfectly timed Splitter play or a high-stakes Machine Engine build that carried you through a boss encounter, your data is helping us calibrate a more polished, oppressive and rewarding experience. We are already fine-tuning the steam pipes and tightening the copper gears for our next deployment. If you missed the last descent or want to test your strategic logic against the King's judgment once more, the gates will reopen soon. Join the Next Phase: 🗓️ Testing Window: March 25–31 🛠️ How to Join: Hit the "Request Access"…
- Rusty Machines, New Tricks! 🎰 Playtest (v.60) Update is Live - 10 March 2026
Thank you for your continued interest and support! Thanks to your feedback, we are making The King's Well an even more satisfying and strategic experience. What's New? The Poker Machine is Juicier: We've added brand new sound and visual effects that you'll feel every time you draw or match cards. Audio & Visual Polish: Weapon, enemy and slot visuals have been heavily updated. The impact of every move hits much harder now! Surprise Treasures: We've added brand new treasure animations for special events. Squashed Bugs: We've fixed various bugs, including the annoying stuttering issue when loading the first map. Join In & Shape the Game! Play the new update and let us know what you think by filling out this quick feedback form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11EMquOn5hvZWFcf91H8Xo6_LzKTXssXYXDU89xI4_OE If you're enjoying the game, please hit that Wishlist button on our Steam page!
- Playtest is LIVE: The Well Awaits! - 4 March 2026
🚨 The Gates of The Well are Open!Attention, Exiles.The gates to The Well have officially groaned open. Your sentence begins now.From this moment until March 11th, you are invited to test your luck and your logic in the official King’s Well Playtest. The machines are hissed to life, the cards are shuffled, and the King is watching. ⚙️ How to Participate:Access is immediate: No Codes, No Waiting.Visit the King's Well Store Page.Scroll down to "Join the King's Well Playtest".Click "Join Playtest" and download the build instantly.🎰 What to Expect in This Build:Poker-Powered Combat: Use your cards not just for points, but as the literal "fuel" for visceral mechanical weapons.The Machine Engine: Experiment with different "Machine Slots" like The Rusty Gun or The Splitter to manipulate your hand and maximize damage.Poker Synergy: Form Full Houses, Flushes or the elusive Royal Flush to trigge…
