Reiver: Against the Pale Architect

Lead a vulnerable company through a dark hex map using classless, inventory-focused Knave rules. Manage food and light, seek five shrines and confront the Pale Spire. Death is permanent. The developer offers the browser open beta free through January 15, 2027. The expedition's characters can die permanently, but Renown survives to strengthen a later company. Equipment such as rope, nets, and holy water has practical uses, making preparation part of the roguelite challenge. The announced free beta runs through January 15, 2027.

Assemble a company, travel the hex map while managing food and light, and find the five Pale Shrines. Learn the Spire's location and climb its seven floors to confront the Architect.

Click a hex on the map to travel. Number keys select displayed event choices or numbered actions. I opens the packs, J opens the journal and O opens options. Esc opens options when no event, combat or other panel is active.

Retreat from a bad fight when possible; death is permanent. Bring useful supplies and tools rather than filling every slot with combat equipment.

Classless Knave-inspired characters Hex travel, camping, food, and light Item-slot and spellbook management Permadeath with persistent Renown Seven-floor final Spire Time-limited free open beta