Montabi Launch Day — August 6, 2026
Version 1.0 platforms, price, shipped features, and where patch notes will land.
Montabi 1.0 went live August 6, 2026—the creature-collector roguelike deckbuilder from Mankibo, published by Akupara Games, that fans tracked from Steam Next Fest (June 2026) and the July 2026 Devlog through final polish. This launch snapshot documents what shipped on day one, what it costs, where to buy, and how this wiki will mirror official patch notes without replacing Steam or publisher channels.
For pre-release demo context, read Next Fest June 2026 and the Steam Demo page. For buyer details, see Platforms and the fan Review.
Release facts
- Date: August 6, 2026
- Mode: Single-player only—no multiplayer or PvP at launch
- Core loop: Trainer + two Montabi, 3×3 grid, four-card hands, 3 AP with carryover, biscuits, evolutions at level 5 and 10, Trainer death = run loss
- Content: 22 starter lines, 60+ Montabi, 570+ cards, 200+ items, three city areas, in-game Montapedia, 30+ randomized city events, X Gang bosses
- Trainers: Student (default), Fighter and Chef via rank progression
- Endgame: Ascension difficulty ladder with community goals around Ascension 10 on every Trainer—see Ascension
Platforms day one
| Platform | Notes |
|---|---|
| Steam / PC | Windows + macOS; 22 achievements, demo app 3750130, Steam Cloud |
| Epic Games Store | PC listing per launch coverage |
| GOG | PC listing per launch coverage |
| Xbox | Couch controller experience; achievements; Xbox Play Anywhere where the SKU includes it |
| Nintendo Switch | Portable runs; Nintendo Switch 2 support referenced on storefront marketing |
Mechanics are identical across platforms; only input and achievement backends differ—see Controls and Achievements.
Price and launch discount
Steam MSRP: $19.99 USD (regional pricing applies). A 10% launch discount ran for the first 14 days after release on participating storefronts—always verify the live cart on Platforms. No season pass was announced with 1.0; DLC slots on Steam may hold cosmetic or future content.
Deluxe edition extras
The Deluxe bundle adds premium extras beyond the base game:
- 150+ page digital artbook (Steam companion app 4946140)
- 22-track original soundtrack (Steam companion app 4946090)
Deluxe does not change combat rules—it is a collector package for fans who want art and music alongside the roguelike loop.
What shipped in 1.0
Combat and map: Full city roguelike route across three city areas—not the truncated Subway Station demo slice. Stickards, Cafe healing (including heal-or-double-level choices), shops, elites that grant three level-ups versus two on normal fights, and boss gates match preview promises with tuning from Next Fest and July balance passes.
Card and item volume: 570+ cards and 200+ items at launch give Ascension climbers enough variance for long-term routes. Track discoveries in Montapedia and Items.
Meta: Montapedia compendium, rank unlocks for alternate trainers, Items layers (Equipment, Charms, Supplies, Stickards).
Accessibility (Steam tags): Full controller support, mouse-only option, adjustable difficulty, custom volume, save anytime, playable without timed input.
Languages (nine at launch): English, French, German, Spanish (Spain), Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Indonesian.
Day-one player expectations
Roguelike launches ship hot:
- Balance —starter and evolution lines may over/underperform until analytics arrive
- Clarity —Flavor and Resonance tooltips may need text patches
- Stability —edge-case softlocks on rare event nodes; expect quick hotfixes
- Achievements —hidden trio (Plot Twist, Top Of The Food Chain, Master Trainer) will take weeks for guides to decode
Document your runs with the Getting Started checklist before blaming RNG.
Where patch notes will appear
Primary sources:
This wiki: Summaries on the Updates hub and child articles like this one. We edit JSON sources, run npm run sync, and regenerate MDX—never hand-patch generated docs. When a patch changes biscuits or Cafe prices, expect edits on Guides, Tier List, and Items within days.
PC requirements reminder
Launch specs stay modest—512 MB storage, GTX 550 Ti class minimum GPU on Windows. See System Requirements for full tables including macOS Metal notes.
Post-launch roadmap (expectations only)
Mankibo has not promised live-service seasons at launch. Reasonable expectations:
- Week 1 —crash fixes, typo patches, economy tuning
- Month 1 —balance based on win-rate data; possible QoL for map UI
- Future —watch official channels for DLC or Switch 2-specific updates
Speculation belongs on forums; this page updates when notes are public.
First steps after install
- Getting Started —learn Trainer death rules
- Controls —bind inputs
- Platforms —confirm demo uninstall if upgrading
- Review —set expectations for difficulty
- Updates hub —bookmark for hotfixes
Launch day is node zero. The map ahead is patches, Montapedia completion, and 22 achievement hunts—logged here as they happen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common Montabi questions.
When exactly did Montabi launch?
August 6, 2026, as version 1.0 on Steam/PC, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, with Epic and GOG PC coverage at launch.
What was the launch price?
$19.99 USD on Steam before tax. Console and regional prices vary.
Does launch include all three trainers?
Yes, but Fighter and Chef require rank progression unlocks. Student is the default first leader.
Where will this wiki post hotfix summaries?
On the Updates hub and new child pages when patches are player-facing. Always verify version numbers on Steam news.
Is multiplayer included at launch?
No. Montabi is strictly single-player on every platform.
What is included in the Deluxe edition?
Deluxe adds a 150+ page digital artbook (Steam app 4946140) and a 22-track OST (Steam app 4946090) alongside the base game.
Does launch include Ascension mode?
Yes. Ascension is the post-clear difficulty ladder in 1.0, with community goals around Ascension 10 on every Trainer.