- The Free Mulerun Demo Launches October 7! - 3 October 2026
The Free Mulerun Demo Launches October 7!Hey Bootleggers!It’s finally happening: the free demo for Mulerun — Retro Bootlegger Simulator launches on Steam on October 7.I’m developing the game on my own, and a lot of work has gone into getting it to this point. I’m really looking forward to seeing you play it—and honestly, I’m nervous too. Playing your own game every day during development is one thing. Handing it over to people experiencing it for the first time is something else entirely.The CIA gave you a house on a tropical island. Unfortunately, the ankle monitor wasn’t optional.It’s the 1980s, and you’re starting with empty pockets. Gather fruit, buy your supplies, and make your first batch of moonshine. Fill the bottles, pack the crates, and find your first customers. As business picks up, a bigger opportunity comes along: your first smuggling flight.Of course, you’ll need to figur…
- The First Mulerun Trailer Is Here - 3 October 2026
The First Mulerun Trailer Is HereAfter almost a year of working on Mulerun, I can finally show you the first trailer.I’ve been developing the game on my own, so a lot of work has gone into getting it to this point. There were plenty of things I had to rebuild, change, or simply start over with along the way, but now the game is finally at a stage where I feel ready to show much more of it.I’m honestly very excited to see what people think.The trailer gives you a first proper look at the game, including making your own liquor, deliveries, vehicles, the ankle monitor system, flying, and the general progression from a very small operation into something much bigger.The demo is also almost ready and should be released in a few days.I want to be realistic about the first version: there will probably be bugs and rough edges. Since I’m developing the game alone, I’m sure players will find thin…
- The MULERUN demo is approved. Almost time to let you loose. - 28 September 2026
The MULERUN demo is approved. Almost time to let you loose.Hey everyone,A bit of good news: the MULERUN demo has passed Steam’s review and is approved for release.It’s not live just yet, but you won’t have to wait much longer. The next announcement will be the one where I can finally tell you to go and play it.Making this game on my own means I spend a lot of time looking at things that still need work. Seeing that green “Approved for release” bar was a nice moment. I wanted to share it with you.Soon you’ll be starting your own little bootlegging operation: collecting fruit, making your first batch, finding customers and putting the money towards something better. You can go it alone or bring friends along. I’m especially looking forward to seeing how you handle the first smuggling flight.Once you’ve played, let me know how it went. What kept you playing, what confused you, what got ann…
- THIS ISN’T THE TRAILER… BUT WE’RE GETTING CLOSE - 11 September 2026
Hey, bootleggers!I’ve just released a short new video — a first glimpse into the story of MULERUN.This is not the official trailer. Not yet.It’s a small taste of how your new life begins: a tropical sunset, a black car, a CIA agent, a pager… and an offer you can’t refuse.The full trailer is getting very close, and I’m excited to show you much more of the island, the bootlegging business, the co-op chaos, and the dangerous runs waiting ahead.If this first glimpse has you curious, the two best ways to support MULERUN right now are:• Add MULERUN to your Steam Wishlist • Click Follow on the Steam store pageEvery wishlist helps more players discover the game, and following ensures that you won’t miss the full trailer, demo news, or the next development update.Thank you for being here this early. The story is just beginning.
- Development Update — Preparing for Takeoff - 1 September 2026
Development Update — Preparing for TakeoffBootleggers!Development on Mulerun is moving forward, and several major pieces of the game are currently taking shape.Right now, our attention is focused on three connected areas: flight, NPCs, and the in-game tracking system.✈️ Making Flight Feel RightThe plane is more than transportation — it’s one of the most important parts of the Mulerun experience.We’re currently designing and testing how flying should feel, from basic controls and camera behavior to takeoffs, landings, and the consequences of carrying too much cargo.Our goal is to make flying easy to understand, satisfying to master, and just unpredictable enough to create those perfect co-op moments:“We can definitely take one more crate.”Famous last words.👥 Bringing the Island’s NPCs to LifeThe island also needs people — customers, locals, suspicious characters, and the occasional pers…
- Engines Ready. Still Hot. Trailer Incoming - 26 August 2026
Bootleggers!Something has been brewing behind the scenes — and it’s almost ready to come out of the barrel.Very soon, we’ll be releasing a brand-new Mulerun trailer, offering a fresh look at the tropical trouble we’ve been building: chaotic co-op teamwork, moonshine production, risky cargo flights, and an island where every delivery can turn into a getaway.We don’t want to spoil the best moments just yet. Let’s just say the still is hot, the bottles are packed, the engines are coughing to life… and the camera is finally rolling.Keep your eyes on this page. The trailer is coming soon.If Mulerun is already on your wishlist, thank you for sticking with us. If it isn’t… now might be a good time to fix that.See you on the runway.— The ABK team
- Small Development Update - 22 August 2026
Small Development UpdateHi everyone!The game is being developed at full speed, and progress is being made every day.I want to emphasize that I am the sole developer behind the project. Programming, design, missions, balancing, testing, bug fixing, and preparing the Steam release are all handled by me. Development can therefore take longer than it would for a full studio, but the game is actively being worked on and has not been abandoned.I’m currently aiming to release the game in Early Access between late September and early October 2026. I don’t want to announce an exact date until the release build has passed final testing.Thank you for your patience and support! I’ll share more progress as we get closer to launch.
- Development Update — Mulerun is Alive and Kicking - 18 August 2026
# Development Update — Mulerun is Alive and KickingBootleggers! We know it's been quiet on this page. That silence ends today.Over the past weeks we've rebuilt Mulerun's foundations from the ground up —and we mean the fun kind of "rebuilt": the game is now being developed with**4-player online co-op built into its core**, full **controller support**,and **Steam Deck** as a first-class target from day one.What we're working on right now:- A new character system built for multiplayer- The full moonshine production chain: ferment, distill, bottle, cap- Your rusty little plane — cargo weight vs. runway length is already a thing- The island economy: sell to locals, take orders, dodge police patrolsWe'll be posting regular updates from here on — screenshots, systemsdeep-dives, and eventually a date. If Mulerun is on your wishlist: thank youfor your patience. It's about to start paying off.— T…
- Development Update – Big Progress and Exciting News Coming Soon - 7 April 2026
Hello everyone! 👋We wanted to share a quick update from the development of MULERUN – Retro Bootlegger Simulator.💻 Development has been moving forward at full speed! Over the past weeks we’ve been working hard on improving core systems, adding new mechanics, and expanding the island experience.🌴 The world of MULERUN is slowly coming together — from the small house and orchard where your story begins, to the systems that will allow your little island hustle to grow into something much bigger.⚙️ Behind the scenes we’re currently working on:🍍 new gameplay systems🌱 improvements to farming and production🧃 crafting mechanics and experimentation🏝 expanding the island atmosphere and progression👀 And the best part?We’re getting very close to sharing some exciting news about the game.We can’t reveal everything just yet… but upcoming updates will show more gameplay, new features, and a clos…
