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Jens Roderus · Published by Jens Roderus
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
Grindcore is a fast-paced loot-driven ARPG with telegraphed combat and deep progression systems designed for endless grinding and skillful play. Explore multiple classes with unique playstyles.
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Discover a blend of action and indie storytelling in Grindcore, where you can master various classes each offering unique playstyles. Dive into endless grinding sessions with strategic loot collection and skillful battles.
About this game
TELEGRAPHED COMBAT
Clearly telegraphed combat for skillful play.
The emphasis on clear gameplay goes beyond clearly telegraphed skills, all aspects of gameplay
are concisely represented. The Combat Log summarizes all damage input and output.
The Explanation System introduces all concepts on demand.
ITEMIZATION
Grinding is of course all about the loot.
When you play any of the game's many Game Modes you will get loot in the form
of items and resources. Legendary items are particularly powerful
and some are part of Item Sets leading to lethal combinations.
DEEP PROGRESSION SYSTEMS
The talent system allows you to specialize your playstyle.
There are multiple progression systems that all affect each other.
You receive a Talent Point each time you level up. Skills can level up, giving you ways to customize them.
Weapons can be forged and upgraded. Items can be crafted. And more!
HIGH ACTION GAMEPLAY
Keep on grinding endlessly!
FAQ
Will there be a Beta Test?
Yes! You can request access to future beta tests already!
Where can I ask questions or join the community?
You can join the Grindcore Discord channel:
Alternatively you can write in Steam Discussions.
Is there a planned release date?
Not yet.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: Dual-Core 1.8 GHZ or equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: 512 Mb
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 500 MB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Quad-Core 2.4 GHZ or equivalent
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1 Gb
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 500 MB available space
Supported Languages
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Development Update: New Class, Blademancer
Development UpdateA lot has happened since the game was announced. Besides adding lots more content, a new class, the Blademancer, has been created. The new class is still very early in its design. Furthermore, a character creation and character selection screen has been created.Let's talk details!Character Creation ScreenA new character creation screen has been created where one can choose which class to start as. It is always possible to switch at any time. The screen features a small introduction to the main concepts of the class and some example skills which one can investigate to get more information.The BlademancerThis class is a fast melee class that deals magic damage. It uses Daggers and Talismans. The design principles for this class is that it should be combo heavy and fast-paced. This will make the Blademancer the most complicated class to play to date.The Blademancer has an additional Chi resources. Some skills generate Chi, some require Chi, some have alternate effects after some Chi level. There is much left to do, so far, only two skills have been implemented. There are many more to come, I just wanted to give a quick preview of the class.More ContentAfter the initial trailer was made, I hade so many ideas for builds, so I focused on making more content for a while. This included: new Talents and new Skills. Featured above are some of the new Blast-related talents, which allows one to setup a Blast build, where everything explodes uncontrollably. Some of the new skills include:Battle Shout: Consume all Rage and deal P.Dmg based on current Rage.Corrosive Shot: Deals damage and applies Corrosion On Hit.Arcane Pulse: return A magic pulse deals M.Dmg around you and applies Stun for 3 Sec.Join the Discord!You can start giving feedback already by joining Grindcore's official Discord Server! Grindcore is a free-to-play, fast-paced, loot-driven ARPG focused on skillful play, endless grinding, and deep progression. Optional DLC classes will offer additional p...Read full article on Community Announcements (Mongelo)AnnouncementsOfficial
Grindcore is Announced! What Now?
Grindcore is officially announcedThis game is a passion project that I have been working on as a solo developer for the past 2.5 years. No studio. No team. Just a lot of time and dedication focused on making the kind of loot-driven ARPG that I would want to play myself.So what happens now?First, visibility. The announcement means Grindcore is stepping out of the shadows and into the open. You can follow development, see the systems in action and sign up for future playtests.What happens next?Second, playtests. There will be beta tests, and you can already request access. The goal is simple: get the game into players’ hands early and often. Telegraphed combat, deep progression systems, itemization, and class design all benefit from real players breaking things.Join the Discord!You can start giving feedback already by joining Grindcore's official Discord Server! Grindcore is a free-to-play, fast-paced, loot-driven ARPG focused on skillful play, endless grinding, and deep progression. Optional DLC classes will offer additional playstyles without locking any content behind a paywall. If this sounds like your kind of game, wishlist it, request beta access, and join the community.Read full article on Community Announcements (Mongelo)
