Ink Game puts you through deadly challenges that demand quick thinking and sharp reflexes. Whether you're aiming to outlast everyone else or plotting an escape with your crew, these beginner tips will help you get your bearings and survive what's coming.

Master the Control Setup

On PC, you have two options for toggling Shift Lock (the aiming/camera lock mode): Left Ctrl or Left Alt. Try both and pick whichever feels more natural for your hand position. This setting matters because it changes how you aim and move during challenges.

💡 Tip — Set your controls before jumping into a match. Getting used to your keybinds in the lobby beats learning them mid-challenge.

Learn Your Movement Options

The Dash ability (bound to Q) is not available when you start. You'll unlock it as you progress through the game. Don't expect to use it right away—focus on mastering basic movement first, then incorporate Dash into your playstyle once you have access to it.

Understand the Game Endings

Ink Game has three distinct endings you can work toward:

  • Rebel Ending: Make your escape along with your friends.
  • Final Fight Ending: Outlast all other players and win the final confrontation.
  • Sky Squid Games Ending: Complete the ultimate challenge sequence.

Knowing these paths exist helps you plan your approach. Are you trying to win solo, or do you want to make a group escape? Your strategy changes based on which ending appeals to you.

Focus on Survival First

The challenges you face are deadly. Your first priority as a beginner is staying alive through each round. Learn the patterns, watch what kills players, and adjust. Once you can consistently survive, you can start thinking about optimization and speed.

💡 Tip — Watch experienced players during challenges. You'll pick up patterns and safe spots faster by observing.

Team Up and Communicate

If you're aiming for the Rebel ending, teamwork is essential. Stick with your friends, call out dangers, and coordinate your movements. Even if you're going for a solo win, staying aware of other players' positions keeps you from stumbling into crowded areas.

Play on Your Preferred Device

Ink Game works across PC, console, and mobile. Try it on the device where you're most comfortable. PC offers dedicated keybinds and Shift Lock options, while console and mobile have their own control layouts optimized for those platforms. Pick what suits your playstyle.

Know What You're Getting Into

This game is built around intense, fast-paced survival challenges. Expect to fail, respawn, and try again. That's the design. Every death teaches you something about the challenge—what went wrong, where you should have been, what the safe zone looked like. Use those lessons on your next attempt.

💡 Tip — Never cheat. The developers have a zero-tolerance policy for cheaters and will issue permanent bans instantly.