Open now · By request
Arkus playtest
by Ludyforge
Survive relentless waves, build powerful synergies, and push your limits in this fast-paced action roguelike.
It's free to ask. The developer chooses who gets in.
- Access
- By request
- On playtest since
- Mar 20, 2026
- Planned release
- To be announced
- Developer
- Ludyforge
- Platforms
- Windows, Linux
- Players
- Single-player
- Languages
- English, French, Spanish - Latin America, Spanish - Spain
How to join the Arkus playtest
- Open the game's Steam page with the Request access button. Sign in to Steam if it asks.
- Request access to the Arkus playtest there. It's free and doesn't commit you to anything.
- The developer lets players in, often in batches, so it can take a while. Steam emails you when you're in, and the playtest appears in your library.
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About Arkus
Arkus (ALPHA) is a fast-paced top-down action roguelike focused on intense gameplay and meaningful progression choices.
You are thrown into relentless waves of enemies, where survival depends on movement, positioning, and smart decision-making. Your weapons attack automatically, but you control their direction with your mouse, allowing you to fully focus on dodging, positioning, and adapting to the situation.
Each level-up offers impactful choices that shape your build and change the way you play. Increase your stats, grab new weapons, or collect gems for upgrades.
Between runs, you can upgrade your Profile with permanent improvements, unlock new characters and weapons, complete achievements, and compete for the top spot on the online leaderboard.
Survive as long as possible, optimize your build, and prove your mastery in Arkus
- Chest
- Sanctuary : percentage-based stat bonuses
- Fountain : fixed stat bonuses
Multiple playable characters, each with:
- Unique bonuses
- Exclusive skins
Unlockable weapons
Profile system with permanent upgrades between runs
Achievement system
Online leaderboard to compete with other players (requires account)
Optional account creation to save progress online
General, sound, and control settings
And a lot more coming in future updates ;)
From the game's Steam page.
