Torchless
by Ink Eclipse Studio
Development status: Level 3: Main Production
The game reaches a playable alpha version, where core features are implemented. External beta testing begins to gather broader user feedback, and final testing focuses on stability and performance.
FACTS
Title: Torchless
Studio: Ink Eclipse Studio
Genre: RPG
Planned release: TBA
Platforms: PC
Looking for: Company Investment, Publisher Partnership
DESCRIPTION
Torchless is a dark and gothic dungeon crawler RPG played through a text-based retro console. Every choice matters and all choices available to you depend on your heroes, items, and the choices you've previously made along the way.
Experience a nostalgic throwback to the genre-defining classics such as Wizardry and Eye of the Beholder, with modern inspiration from games like Darkest Dungeon, Fear & Hunger, and Dungeon Encounters.
UNIQUENESS
-A Bleak and Unforgiving World-
Immerse yourself in an oppressive, hopeless atmosphere where danger lurks in every shadow and survival is never guaranteed.
-Diverse Heroes, Distinct Paths-
Choose from a wide array of heroes and classesâeach with their own unique stats, and abilities âoffering deep tactical variety and replayability.
-Brutal but Balanced Tactical Combat-
Engage in a merciless turn-based battle system that rewards smart decisions and punishes carelessnessâevery move matters.
-Command-Line Gameplay-
Interact with the world through a fully text-based command prompt interface. Every action, from exploration to combat, is typed out, making every keystroke meaningful.
-Retro-Inspired Pixel Art-
Hand-crafted sprites and environments pay homage to classics like Wizardry, Eye of the Beholder, and other legendary dungeon crawlers.
-Dynamic Dungeon Exploration-
Descend through numerous handcrafted dungeon floors. Each hero alters how you explore and survive, making every run feel fresh and distinct.
-Deep Narrative and World-Building-
Experience rich, branching storytelling inspired by classic Dungeons & Dragons campaignsâcomplete with memorable characters, mysterious items, and lore-soaked locations.
ACHIEVEMENTS
* 8500+ Wishlists
* 5000+ Twitter followers
* Featured at multiple game expos
* Nominated for student game of the year at TAGS Denmark
* Featured in local newspapers
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Studio
Ink Eclipse is a small independent game development studio based in Denmark. Currently working on Torchless, a retro dungeon crawler RPG.
The Game Hub
Game Hub Denmark
Game Hub Denmark is an incubator and support network dedicated to helping game startups grow into sustainable, successful businesses. We work with early-stage teams, providing hands-on mentoring, industry connections, and tailored guidance to navigate the journey from concept to company. Based at Dania Academy, weâre uniquely positioned at the intersection of education and entrepreneurshipâoffering game development programs for aspiring developers, programmers, designers, and media artists, as well as a top-up course designed specifically for professional game producers.
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