Dive into a thrilling top-down PvPvE ARPG where epic battles, strategic gameplay, and dynamic environments come together to create a constant stream of emergent experiences. Whether you’re teaming up with friends or facing the dangers alone, the world of Vaultbreakers offers endless excitement, challenges, and rewards.

Changelings are an evil, chaotic, and unpredictable faction of shapeshifters who are swarming the Dragonvault. They are controlled by advanced AI or even other players, which makes them extremely unpredictable. You will constantly make exciting decisions on whether to avoid, assault, or even briefly team up with them to best achieve your own plans.

Skill is everything. Attacks are punishing, but can all be avoided. Enemies are vulnerable when attacking, enabling you to deal double damage if you time it just right. However, not all fights are wise to engage in, and you’ll always have to think twice before taking risky actions. From tense exploration where ambushes can happen around every corner to epic multi-group fights, you will always have to think on your feet.

Vaultbreakers offers many ways to progress and customize exactly to your liking and playstyle. You choose between various Champions, unlock and equip varied perks to alter their abilities, loot -or craft- items to boost your power, obtain new abilities, and awaken Artifacts to uncover unique passive powers. With these, you grow stronger or even learn abilities that help you traverse the world in new ways, like vaulting across the environment on plants.

You are a champion of the Vaultguard, an order dedicated to protecting the world from ancient, dark forces that threaten to rise once more. Immerse yourself in the lore-rich universe, interact with varied NPCs that send you on all manner of quests, and discover the world as you work your way toward the Dragonvault. Keep coming back for the competitive player ranking and climb the leaderboard by completing an endless variety of competitive challenges!

On January 31st, 2025, BetaDwarf will host an exclusive closed playtest. Players eager to get a hands-on experience can request access through Steam or visit Vaultbreakers’ website to get a key. Partnerships with content creators through Twitch Drops campaigns will also allow players to grab a key. This playtest will feature the first and second chapters of the narrative campaign.

Players canparticipate in various tests and earn Legacy Points, unlocking unique rewards that will carry over to the game's official launch. Start building your legacy now.

“The game is set in an evolving world that challenges players to think tactically, adapt dynamically, and battle fiercely,”said Steffen Kabbelgaard, CEO and game director at BetaDwarf. “With unpredictable events triggered by Changelings or other Players, and with a focus on player skill and knowledge, I believe we are offering a fresh new multiplayer ARPG experience. I am thrilled about the dynamic aspects of the game, where the combination of NPC's with agendas, players, changelings, and enemies all contribute to continuous exciting moments. I look so much forward to developing and adapting the game further towards launch with the community.” 

“Many of us in the team love the extraction game’s mechanics, but all of them are currently shooters. Unfortunately, we are also very bad at shooters, but there wasn’t any alternative on the market, so we decided to make our own!” adds Nikolaj Wendt, Lead Game Designer.

Key Features:

• Reactive Gameplay: Missions evolve based on actions from players and NPCs, offering a fresh experience each time. Polluted areas, secret caves, and ancient rituals are just a few examples of what might unfold.
• Unpredictable Enemies: Face off against Changelings, a faction of shapeshifters controlled by advanced AI or other players. Will you attack, avoid, or align with these chaotic foes?
• High-Stakes Battles: Every attack is punishing but can all be avoided, and every enemy is vulnerable if you strike at the right moment. Outsmarting foes is as critical as overpowering them, so pick your fights carefully.
• Unique Playstyles: Choose from various Champions, unlock perks, craft items, and awaken Artifacts to tailor your abilities and enhance your gameplay.
• Rich Storytelling: Immerse yourself in the lore of the Vaultguard, an order sworn to protect the world from ancient darkness.
• Endless Challenges: Engage in quests, climb leaderboards, and tackle competitive challenges to prove your dominance.

Vaultbreakers is in development for PC (Steam).