Guildrun Demo Earns 'Very Positive' Steam Rating Days After Release
The strong early reception for Guildrun demonstrates that the blend of deck-building roguelike progression and auto-battler combat can attract a dedicated audience, especially given the developer's pedigree from Activision Blizzard, Riot Games, Konami, and Electronic Arts.
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Developer Leyline released the demo for Guildrun on July 16, and it has already become popular. The PvE roguelike auto-battler draws from Slay the Spire and Teamfight Tactics, with over 100 items, 300 relics, and 25 heroes in the demo. It recorded a peak concurrent player count of 5,640 and a 96% positive review rating. The full game is scheduled for release on PC via Steam in 2027.
The team behind Guildrun, developer Leyline, includes veterans from Activision Blizzard, Riot Games, Konami, and Electronic Arts. The studio says they are fans of auto-battlers and roguelikes, and the game clearly draws from Slay the Spire and Teamfight Tactics. The demo launched on July 16 and quickly earned a 'Very Positive' rating from Steam users, with over 200 reviews and a 96% approval rate. According to SteamDB, the demo peaked at 5,640 concurrent players. Players train heroes, form teams, and explore dangerous rifts called 'Rifts,' with battles progressing automatically. The demo offers over 100 items, 300 relics, and 25 heroes for build experimentation. The studio is considering a two-player cooperative mode but has no plans for PvP. Guildrun is set for a full release on Steam in 2027.
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