Roguelike ARPG 'Raiders of Blackveil' Launches Massive 'Gulag' Update with Offline Play
Wombo Games released the massive 'Gulag' update for its Early Access ARPG 'Raiders of Blackveil' on May 19. The update introduces a new biome, boss, and equipment, alongside the highly requested offline play feature. Full release is slated for late 2026.
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Wombo Games has announced the release of the massive content update "Gulag" on May 19 for its roguelike ARPG "Raiders of Blackveil," currently in Early Access on Steam.
In addition to the new "Gulag" biome, the update brings new threatening enemy characters and bosses, new equipment, champion-exclusive perks, and new builds. The "Gulag" is a new biome set in Blackveil's interrogation facility, built upon cursed ruins. It features 12 new stages and introduces a new threat, "Wanda." Resembling an owl, Wanda acts as the biome's warden and final boss, constantly keeping players under surveillance. Catching her eye will bring about her relentless fury.
"Raiders of Blackveil" is a roguelike ARPG that depicts the story of oppressed animals rebelling against the human-dominated megacorporation "Blackveil." Set in a dystopian industrial-fantasy world, the game blends a MOBA-style champion system, deep ARPG hack-and-slash elements, and PvE extraction mechanics. Players infiltrate enemy territory with companions, causing chaos among enemy factions while recovering equipment and aiming to escape alive. Each raid turns into a tense mission influenced by the chosen champion, constructed builds, and loot acquired along the way.
■ Gulag Update Contents
- New Biome-Exclusive Equipment: New gear with unique perk effects to assist in clearing the "Gulag."
- Champion Perks: Modifies and significantly enhances chosen champion abilities, enabling new build configurations and entirely new combat strategies.
- Perk+ System: Allows players to further enhance and develop specific perks suited to their playstyle. Refine strategies while growing characters to construct ultimate builds that maximize synergy.
- New Enemies and Miniboss: Numerous new enemies including Rathead, Rat Ghost, Cursed Book, and Occultist Doctor, along with a new miniboss, "Houndmaster."
- Offline Play: The highly requested offline feature since the start of Early Access is finally implemented.
"Raiders of Blackveil" is developed by Wombo Games, an independent studio led by Janos Flösser, co-founder of IO Interactive and former Chief Creative Officer of Square Enix. The game is currently in Early Access on Steam, with the Ver. 1.0 full release scheduled for late 2026.
■ About Wombo Games
Founded in 2023, Wombo Games is a Copenhagen-based indie game studio led by IO Interactive co-founder Janos Flösser. The team consists of 21 developers who have worked on renowned franchises such as "Tomb Raider," "Deus Ex," "Just Cause," "Hitman," and "Kane & Lynch." Under a flat, collaborative organizational structure and modern development philosophy, they are dedicated to creating rich, player-driven experiences with the goal of establishing a world-class next-generation game studio.
In addition to the new "Gulag" biome, the update brings new threatening enemy characters and bosses, new equipment, champion-exclusive perks, and new builds. The "Gulag" is a new biome set in Blackveil's interrogation facility, built upon cursed ruins. It features 12 new stages and introduces a new threat, "Wanda." Resembling an owl, Wanda acts as the biome's warden and final boss, constantly keeping players under surveillance. Catching her eye will bring about her relentless fury.
"Raiders of Blackveil" is a roguelike ARPG that depicts the story of oppressed animals rebelling against the human-dominated megacorporation "Blackveil." Set in a dystopian industrial-fantasy world, the game blends a MOBA-style champion system, deep ARPG hack-and-slash elements, and PvE extraction mechanics. Players infiltrate enemy territory with companions, causing chaos among enemy factions while recovering equipment and aiming to escape alive. Each raid turns into a tense mission influenced by the chosen champion, constructed builds, and loot acquired along the way.
■ Gulag Update Contents
- New Biome-Exclusive Equipment: New gear with unique perk effects to assist in clearing the "Gulag."
- Champion Perks: Modifies and significantly enhances chosen champion abilities, enabling new build configurations and entirely new combat strategies.
- Perk+ System: Allows players to further enhance and develop specific perks suited to their playstyle. Refine strategies while growing characters to construct ultimate builds that maximize synergy.
- New Enemies and Miniboss: Numerous new enemies including Rathead, Rat Ghost, Cursed Book, and Occultist Doctor, along with a new miniboss, "Houndmaster."
- Offline Play: The highly requested offline feature since the start of Early Access is finally implemented.
"Raiders of Blackveil" is developed by Wombo Games, an independent studio led by Janos Flösser, co-founder of IO Interactive and former Chief Creative Officer of Square Enix. The game is currently in Early Access on Steam, with the Ver. 1.0 full release scheduled for late 2026.
■ About Wombo Games
Founded in 2023, Wombo Games is a Copenhagen-based indie game studio led by IO Interactive co-founder Janos Flösser. The team consists of 21 developers who have worked on renowned franchises such as "Tomb Raider," "Deus Ex," "Just Cause," "Hitman," and "Kane & Lynch." Under a flat, collaborative organizational structure and modern development philosophy, they are dedicated to creating rich, player-driven experiences with the goal of establishing a world-class next-generation game studio.
FAQ
What kind of game is 'Raiders of Blackveil'?
It's a roguelike ARPG set in a dystopian industrial-fantasy world where oppressed animals rebel against a human megacorporation.
What is included in the 'Gulag' update?
It includes a new biome, the new boss 'Wanda,' new equipment, upgraded perk systems, and new enemy types.
Who is the developer?
The game is developed by Wombo Games, a Copenhagen studio led by Janos Flösser, co-founder of IO Interactive.