- VANRAN 에피소드 07 - 24 June 2026
After falling from a cliff and being imprisoned in the Demon Realm, Carter considered himself fortunate.Only a handful of prisoners were allowed outside the prison to perform labor.But there, he witnessed the true fate of the slaves.The Maroks were implanting a grotesque fruit known as the Assen Fruit into human bodies.At that moment, a message carved into the prison wall came back to him:"The moment the fruit is planted, you are no longer human."Carter tried to escape, but the fruit pierced his arm and burrowed into his body.Before long, black horns tore through his flesh.Then a strange voice echoed inside his mind."Return."Only then did Carter understand why the demons had not bothered to chase him.The fruit transformed humans into demons and eventually forced them to obey.Determined to remain human, Carter found a rusted axe beside the corpse of a dead demon.Without hesitation, he se…
- VANRAN — Episode 06 - 23 June 2026
(Jeremy, who researched the demonization of every race)The Demon Realm was using Assen fruit to transform humans and members of other races into demons.Countless humans had already been demonized and absorbed into the demonic army. Now, those forces were advancing toward the borders of the Kingdom of Elphain. Realizing that war could no longer be avoided, the King of Elphain began searching for a new power capable of resisting the demons.It was during this time that a blacksmith arrived in Elphain.His name was Baldrik.While exploring the ruins of Druga, Baldrik had discovered an ancient method of binding the souls of the dead to weapons. The king recognized the potential of his work and commissioned him to forge twenty special swords.Baldrik had no reason to refuse.He needed considerable financial support to continue his research and craftsmanship. More importantly, Elphain was one of t…
- VANRAN – Episode 05 - 22 June 2026
When Knight Commander Varken received word that Caleb of the North was allegedly planning a rebellion, he could barely contain his delight.Caleb had long been a thorn in Varken’s side. People throughout the kingdom constantly compared the two of them, yet every comparison seemed to end with Caleb’s name placed above his own.Ever since Varken lost to Caleb in the tournament held to determine the kingdom’s greatest swordsman, he had never forgotten the humiliation of that day.The moment he was forced to his knees before a vast crowd. The looks of pity and ridicule directed at him.Varken had sworn that one day, he would repay that debt.At last, the opportunity had arrived.This time, the outcome would not be decided by swordsmanship.Caleb would be branded a traitor to the kingdom, while Varken would stand as the loyal Knight Commander sent to arrest the rebel.It was a battle Caleb could not…
- VANRAN Episode 04 - 20 June 2026
Humans taken as slaves to the Demon Realm had only two choices.One was to accept Asen, a fruit cultivated by the demons, into their bodies.The other was to attempt escape.Few who chose to flee survived.The demons were conducting experiments to transform various races into demons, beginning with humans. Those who endured the power of Asen gradually underwent physical and mental changes. Successful subjects began hearing the voices of higher demons.Those voices became commands.And those commands became their will.The beings who had once been human could no longer think for themselves. They were alive, but they were no longer themselves.The wardens of the prisons where humans were confined belonged to a demonic race known as the Madan.The Madan worshiped iron.To them, steel was a faith, and martial prowess was the measure of one's worth. Obtaining stronger weapons and becoming stronger war…
- VANRAN Episode 03 - 19 June 2026
Baldrik's StoryBaldrik was an ordinary blacksmith. He always believed he was destined to become the greatest, but reality rarely gave him the opportunity. He had talent, yet the world never seemed willing to recognize it.One day, his life took an unexpected turn. He was selected as one of the four hundred slaves sent into the Demon Realm beneath the White Cliffs. For most, it was a death sentence. For Baldrik, it became an opportunity.After falling into the abyss, he was discovered by demons who revered iron above all else. A blacksmith was one of the most valuable humans in the Demon Realm. Though brought there as a slave, Baldrik found that hell was the first place where his worth was truly acknowledged.There, he encountered the remnants of an ancient civilization. Hidden within those ruins was a forgotten technique capable of binding souls to weapons. Determined to forge the ultimate…
- VANRAN Episode 2: Winter Wine - 17 June 2026
(The image above shows early concept sketches of an Imperial Soldier and a Shaman Priestess.)Episode 2: Winter WineOn the night he fails to place his seal upon the tribute list, Caleb summons Edgar and Bark to his study. With the door locked and no one else present, he declares his intention to stand against the Kingdom.The preparations had already begun long ago.Edgar had quietly organized troops and supply routes, while Bark had been reaching out to northern lords to gauge their willingness to join. The odds of success are slim. If they fail, not only the three of them, but their families as well, may lose their lives.Even so, the plan moves forward.The rebellion will not begin immediately. Until spring arrives, they must gather soldiers, secure allies, and wait for the right moment. During that time, Caleb must continue acting as the loyal lord he has always appeared to be. He must s…
- VANRAN: Stories Unwritten in Hell 01 - 16 June 2026
The Human Who Became a Sword First RecordThe morning fog lay thick over the road, a pale haze so dense that one could barely see what stood ahead.Every year around this time, the North was like this.The chill rising from the cliffs mingled with the plains, forming a misty veil.Until the sunlight reached it, one could barely see twenty paces ahead.Caleb rode through the fog.It was a road he could walk even without sight.Five years had passed since he became head of the house. He had traveled this road many times at his father’s side.A road his body remembered before he ever wished to.Soon, a vast white cliff revealed itself.A limestone wall rising straight into the sky.Seen from the ground, it seemed to swallow half the heavens.Beneath it, there was nothing.Only darkness, with no visible end.Edgar picked up a small stone from horseback.As captain of the guard, he was a man of few words,…
- STEAM NEXT FEST DEMO OPEN - 15 June 2026
New Features & ImprovementsAdded customizable key mapping options.Added a new small enemy type (Demon Spider) to various areas.Added new execution animations for small enemies.Reworked the opening tutorial flow for a smoother introduction.Added a new Weapon Transformation skill.Added the ability to attack while moving with the Chain.Connected the Corruption Gauge with visual effects on the Demonic Sword.Improved the boss encounter (Matu), including attack patterns and overall battle flow.Updated portions of level layouts to improve navigation and player experience.Changed Skill Point acquisition from leveling up to discovering collectible loot items.Improved readability and clarity of several UI elements. We have newly renewed the demo based on the reviews and feedback from everyone who participated in Soulslike communities and demo testing.Our focus was on strengthening the gameplay ex…
- Thank You for 20,000 Wishlists! - 25 May 2026
We’ve officially surpassed 20,000 wishlists for VANRAN.Thank you to everyone supporting the journey, sharing the game, leaving feedback, and believing in our vision from the very beginning.Every wishlist, comment, and message gives our team more strength to keep pushing forward.We’re continuing to improve combat, world design, bosses, and overall quality as we move toward launch. There’s still a long road ahead, but this milestone means a lot to us.More updates, gameplay reveals, and surprises are coming soon.Thank you for being part of VANRAN. — BECUZUS
- Emergency Patch - 18 May 2026
We have fixed an issue where the player character could be launched away during the fight against the second boss, MATU, under certain collision conditions.There may still be some edge cases, so we will continue to monitor the issue closely. Thank you so much
- Community Feedback Update - 16 May 2026
Thank you to everyone who played our previous demo and shared feedback.We received a lot of comments regarding animation quality, key mapping, and overall combat responsiveness. The new demo build includes major improvements based directly on that feedback.We’ve refined character animations, adjusted controls and key mapping, and worked to make the gameplay feel more responsive and satisfying overall.If you enjoy the updated demo, we would greatly appreciate a positive review on Steam. Your support helps us continue improving VANRAN.Thank you for being part of the development journey.
- New Update: Graphics Options, Level-Up UI, and UI Sound Improvements - 15 May 2026
The graphics options update is now live.Added resolution change optionsAdded graphics settings optionsAdded initial character stat display when selecting a helmetAdded level-up UI and stat increase displayAdded UI sound effects
- Update Patch Notes - 13 May 2026
Improved 8-direction guard animations for smoother and more natural movement.Fixed an issue where heavy attack sound effects would sometimes play incorrectly.Thank you for all the feedback and testing. We’ll continue improving the combat experience.
- VANRAN Demo Update — Improved Controls, UI, and Combat Feel - 12 May 2026
Improved dodge canceling and follow-up actionsFixed a bug where stamina was not consumed while guardingSprint can now be used with L3 on controller / Alt on keyboardAdjusted the speed variation of boss monster Madan’s aerial attackFixed a chain target crosshair bugFixed UI button display errorsUpdated door visuals so players can distinguish between doors that require keys and doors that do notDoors with keys insertedDoors with empty keyholesFixed a bug related to switching UI Focus ModeFixed a bug where the wall used in the Dead Hand skill event could be destroyed with the chainImproved monster sounds for MatuRevised and removed some protagonist dialogueFixed UI bugs related to Berserk ModeFixed a bug where boss monster Madan could fall through the floorAdjusted chain range from 200m to 150mFixed bugs related to attacking Matu’s weak pointAdded a tutorial guide before the Matu fight for…
- VANRAN: Watch an ongoing showcase - 9 May 2026
Humanity lost the war. Demons rule the world.Join the VANRAN team for a live gameplay showcase featuring the latest demo build. We’ll dive into the Demon Realm, battle corrupted enemies, face brutal bosses, and demonstrate VANRAN’s fast-paced, parry-driven combat system.If you enjoy dark fantasy action RPGs, precise combat, and boss fights against towering horrors, don’t miss this live showcase.Wishlist VANRAN and play the demo now on Steam.
- VANRAN NEW DEMO Update - 9 May 2026
Through our previous demo, we were able to gather a tremendous amount of player feedback.We sincerely thank everyone who played the demo and shared their thoughts with us.Based on your feedback, we have redesigned major parts of the game’s structure and direction. This goes beyond simple balance adjustments — we are rebuilding the overall gameplay flow and player experience.Today, we would like to share some of the changes currently being made.New Features & Changes1. Giant Field Boss “MATU”A massive new field boss, MATU, has been added.Cling onto the monster itself and drive your blade into its body.2. The Prison Master “Madan” ReworkedThe ruler of the prison, Madan, has been redesigned to become a far more threatening enemy.He is no longer just a pursuer. He pressures the player, dominates the environment, and constantly hunts you down.3. Berserk Mode AddedA new Berserk Mode powered b…
- VANRAN Demo Period Has Ended. - 2 February 2026
Hello,This is BECUZUS, the team developing VANRAN.First of all, thank you to everyone who played our demo.Demo Results- Demo Players : 5,280- Wishlists : 14,000+These numbers mean more to us than we can properly express. For a small team, this experience has been truly motivating.The Scope and Intent of This DemoThis demo was not focused on content volume.Instead, our goal was to communicate:The direction of combatThe tone of the gameAnd what kind of action RPG VANRAN aims to becomeWe focused on:A parry-focused combat systemThe pressure and scale of large enemiesA dark and heavy atmosphereOur intention was to deliver a short but concentrated experience.What We Learned from the Demo.We learned a great deal from this demo.Thanks to your honest feedback, we were able to clearly see where the game still falls short.Combat responsiveness needs further refinementDodge and movement options nee…
