The teaser sees the player finishing up on a track and hanging around to wait for more data before suddenly zooming out to reveal the massive complex. Cut to other notable areas in Nürburgring, including a castle on a hill, wind turbines amid a dense forest, and the gorgeously lit nighttime streets in the city. There are even NPCs roaming around, going about their business, and even some wildlife out in the fields.

Given the size of the studio and its resources, the scale is quite impressive. It ends with the player driving through the world at high speed, and suddenly, we’re worried about everyone else unfortunate enough to cross their path.

Whether you fancy a quick drive or something more relaxing, Kunos Simulazioni promises the “most accurate representation” of the region, where “every road is designed to make every kind of car feel perfectly at home.” Of course, there’s currently no concrete release window for the mode, so stay tuned for further announcements in the coming months.

Assetto Corsa EVO is available for PC via Steam Early Access. Despite a problematic launch, it picked up within the first month – check out our review for more details. Subsequent updates would add Open Mode, Career Mode and modding tools alongside new cars, tracks, and improvements to audio, drivetrain physics, and more.

Along with this, the update has brought in loads of new content in the form of 10 new cars and their different variants, 5 new tracks with multiple layouts, as well as general gameplay refinements to a host of different aspects of the title. These include updates to tyre and drivetrain physics, improved audio, an updated UI and HUD, and improvements to the game’s visuals. For a full list of changes, check out the patch notes below.

Assetto Corsa EVO was released in Early Access on PC back in January this year. For more details about the title, check out our review of its state in launch. Since then, the studio has also confirmed that future updates will bring even more content to the title, including a full-fledged career mode, an open mode, and modding support.

Assetto Corsa EVO Update 0.4 patch notes:

New Cars:

• BMW M8 Competition Coupe (F92)
• BMW M3 CSL (E46)
• Ferrari Daytona SP3
• Ferrari F40 LM
• Ferrari SF-25
• Peugeot 205 T16
• Renault 5 GT Turbo
• Toyota Supra Turbo RZ (MK IV) + tuned variant
• Mini Cooper S (MK VI) + tuned variant
• Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS

New Tracks:

• Autodromo Nazionale di Monza
• Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta
• Nordschleife – 3 layouts (including Touristenfahrten)
• Nürburgring GP – 2 layouts
• Oulton Park – 2 layouts

Multiplayer:

• support for chat widget and server commands
• additions and fixes in MP functions (autorestart, BOP, server list filter)
• fixed servers ending up in zombie state after long-term idling
• large number of fixes and additions to support the Daily Racing portal

Graphics:

• carpaint material revision across the board
• improved post-processing
• fix for dash display texture colour space errors
• fix for certain material types
• reduced menu thumbnails memory footprint
• Mazda MX5 Cup visual updates to properly represent ND1 and ND2 variants
• Porsche GT4 Clubsport MR minor visual updates
• Lamborghini Huracán ST EVO2 minor visual updates
• BMW M3 E30 minor visual updates
• added more OEM accessories for the Honda S2000
• updated dash displays for the Audi RS 3 and RS 6 and Lamborghini Huracán STO
• fixed steering wheel visibility in external driving cams
• improved tyre shading: sheen layer that fades off after a couple of corners, improved tyre wear texture
• added support for flexing and vibrating vehicle parts, such as wings, safety nets – initial implementation on racing cars
• added moving damaged parts on all content
• added visual backfires
• added unique driver assets for F1 cars, for all liveries

Audio:

• improved throttle timing and auto cutoff to enhance V-Tec kick effects
• audio: new scraping sounds and raindrop sounds (when the car is stationary)
• improved turbo hiss sound in general
• audio: turbo pitch is now related to boost and rpm
• developed new drivetrain model to improve the feeling of the simulation of the transmission wobbling
• improved management of backfires
• improved generic turbo hiss sounds, removed high pitched sounds
• new transmission soundsets management, depending on the car drivetrain scheme
• Honda NSX: improved V-Tec crossover sound with pure samples
• Honda S2000: improved quality of engine interior sound samples and new engine exterior sounds

Physics:

• developed new tire damping method increasing compliance and drivability in all situations and all cars, but race cars in particular
• adjusted tire inertia to better match each car’s individual tire dimensions helping with more realistic tire lockups and less drastic loss of traction
• improved tire slip ratio calculation leading to more natural behavior particularly on corner exits in locked differential scenarios
• adjusted grip levels for all tires: Higher baseline grip, yet less combined grip leading to more natural, controllable and rewarding car behavior
• adjusted thermal behavior for tires alongside adjusted rolling resistance
• adjusted tyre rolling resistance to achieve more realistic top speeds
• implemented new drive train wobble method respecting non linear stiffness
• adjusted tire wear across all compounds (generally, the more performance oriented a tire is, the faster tire wear will noticably impact laptime)
• sanitized and unified tire and controller library, solving potential inconsistencies in tire model across cars
• improved consistency in available compound range for early-modern cars: Removed pseudo-vintage tyres for 90s-00s models, they are now fitted with a range of modern tyres suiting their performance, vintage reserved for crossply tyres
• improved hybrid powertrains
• implemented and unified KERS/ERS behaviour
• improved Dual Clutch Transmission behavior to be more seamless
• implemented electronic brake bias (dubbed as EBB or Brake Migration)
• revision of battery features and data entry specifications
• improved physics model for cars with solid axles
• made several car systems available for in-cockpit adjustment (among others: turbo, dampers, differentials)
• Ferrari 296 GTB: numerous fixes and adjustments to suspension, drivetrain, downforce, airbrake and dedicated performance modes with more realistic ERS deployment
• implemented soft lock feature for steering wheels
• created multiple physics events to allow for more nuanced car audio
• fixed a potential crash scenario caused by collisions
• various steer ratio adjustments on a number of existing car content
• created more true-to-life vintage compound for the Alfa GTA Sprint
• various adjustments to engines, turbos, drag and downforce across cars to better match real life acceleration, top and corner speeds
• various adjustments and fixes to car default setups and differentials
• fixed F2004 rear wing not responding to changes in setup and modified setup limits for the car
• added stiffer springs for the Porsche Cayman GT4 CS MR and Porsche 911 GT3 Cup
• adjusted torque curve for the Porsche Cayman GT4 CS MR
• fixed Audi RS 6 bump stops to prevent tyre hitting and clipping through the bodywork
• fixed Dallara louvers (front fender air vents) downforce impact
• corrected Mazda MX5 Cup weight and differential
• corrected differential of the Caterham Academy
• improved various cars’ rpm limiters to behave more realistically
• corrected gear ratios for the Ferrari 296 GTB
• corrected gear ratios for the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and 1LE variant
• corrected Mazda MX5 Cup Sadev sequential gear ratios
• corrected Alpine A110 and VW Golf GTI Clubsport gear ratios
• updated operating aero and ride height ranges on the BMW M4 GT3 Evo and enabled bump stop adjustments
• updated operating aero and ride height ranges on Lamborghini ST EVO II
• updated BMW M2 CS Racing setup limits according to BMW specifications, updated spring ratios
• updated and unified all car names in setup folder
• car colliders can now be angled when necessary to represent built-in rake of cars
• reduced clutch sensitivity
• fixed unwanted vibration on torque vectoring differentials
• sanitized and updated TC & ABS behaviour on all cars: Fixed engine-crippling behaviour of earlier iterations of traction control, so higher levels might work better on some cars, and lower levels allow for more playful driving. The new Porsche Cayman GT4 RS is a good showcase.
• Likewise ABS is not as efficient as before, more modulation might be required.
• revised electronic brake controllers
• added automatic brake differential to the Porsche Cayman GT4 RS and Alpine A110
• fixed BB adjustments only taking effect after every 5th click
• fixed setup limit units missing from certain items
• improved AWD clutches on Audi RS 3 Sportback in Performance Modes 1 and 2 (Torque Rear)

Gameplay:

• some new implementations and fixes on penalty manager
• moved Imola finish line further back per GTWC sessions
• tweaked logic for automatic grid population -> now adds up to 2+2 car models from below and above the selected car’s PI instead
• large update to replay code, this will probably break compatibility with older replays but files should now take up significantly less space
• fixed electronics states in the replay
• selected tyre compounds now correctly show up in the replay
• AI: fixes to opponents swinging around wildly, potentially removing a few accident types
• AI: better braking-behind cars approximation
• AI cars should no longer get confused by pitlane or offtrack cars
• new autoshifter logic
• academy events rebalanced based on new laptimes
• fix for occasional hang/crash in the car selection menu caused by the thumbnail texture blocking the game thread
• replay now shows optional animation states (e.g. sunroofs)
• halo visibility toggle added in view settings
• added DRS zones on F1 tracks
• fixed forced pitstop not applying if you teleport before the pit exit line after a race start
• fixed reset position for various physics functions (lap estimates, ERS limits etc) on a number of tracks
• fixed a potential crash caused by out of bounds tyre compound indices
• updated AI data for the Alfa GTA, Mini and Abarth
• reworked track limit safezones
• AI cars no longer get warnings and penalties
• changing Audio FFB effects now takes effect inside the session
• new autogear logic (both player shift assist and AI upshift triggers)
• inputs for adjusting mirror pitch and yaw now functional
• race cars will now have both front and rear compounds changing at the same time via setup

UI:

• implementation of general HUD notifications
• reviewed input filtering for UI widget manipulation
• serverlist – relocated server count, added player count
• reworked client-side leaderboard
• pitlane leaderboard now displays car model name
• new car selection flow for Multiplayer: Now the player can directly click on eligible cars and join without having to visit the car selection menu. The list is flat and includes all relevant “owned”/”favourite” cars on the top marked with a star.
• a certain (large) number of server-defined cars, the old car selection page is used for ease of browsing.
• updated localization
• added missing car localization strings
• implemented track maps on the HUD and pitlane page
• chat widget implementation in Multiplayer
• implemented setup, UI and MFD items to support the new electronics systems
• reworked HUD gear widget to support new electronics systems
• expanded car controls MFD to support new electronics systems, such as ERS, EBB, differentials, dampers
• explicit indication of performance modes on the HUD gear widget with more friendly names
• odometer values for owned cars added in the model selection and SP hub
• added reset button in the manual grid mixer
• all previous cars’ VR mirror offsets revised with the new default cockpit camera positions
• unified setup units for all cars
• fixed certain setup units being defined in groups instead of per item

Touted as a “pure and relentless rally simulation,” Assetto Corsa Rally promises day/night cycles, shifting weather that impacts visibility and traction, and the same physics engine as Assetto Corsa. When early access begins, players can look forward to ten licensed vehicles, including the Lancia Stratos Gr.4 (1976), the Fiat 131 Abarth Gr.4 (1976) and the Peugeot 208 Rally4 (2020).

There will also be four “Special Stages” in locations such as Alsace and Wales, each consisting of 33 kilometers of “fully laser-scanned roads.” Realistic car noises and sound effects are a given, but Supernova’s co-driver system also offers “authentic voices and timing” courtesy of working with professional racers.

The plan is to include over 30 cars, Rally School, five international rallies, a Career Mode, and more than 120 kilometers of faithfully recreated roads. The goal is to remain in early access for less than 18 months, with pricing yet to be revealed. Stay tuned for more details in the meantime.

If, like us, you’re intrigued by its absolutely insane gameplay loop and premise, you might want to know more about the game before deciding to take the plunge and buy this game. Well, we’ve put together a list of things you might want to know about the game.

Let’s dive in!

1. From The Future, With Love

The insanity starts with the game’s narrative! You’re a special operations expert sent back in time to 1401 to the Welsh Rebellion, an interesting time period that saw England, Wales, and Scotland embroiled in a series of clashes thanks to the self-proclaimed Prince of Wales.

You’re going to interfere in order to ensure you prevent an apocalyptic event in your own timeline. It’s a typical isekai narrative, with time travel elements thrown in to ensure that you’re a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield, or a commander without comparison outside of it.

2. Choose a Side

You can fight for either England, Scotland, or Wales in the main story with multiple endings tied to your choices. Are you going to attempt to quell the rebellion or support it? Perhaps you’re thinking of playing both sides to meet your own ulterior motives? It’s all up to you, and the game is likely to feature quite a few twists and turns as you progress through its main campaign.

That’s good news if you’re the type who likes a bit of replay value from their games, and with a premise like this one, that’s quite a draw.

3. Your Perspective, Your Playstyle

Do you like to get into the thick of the action and unleash your modern weapons against hapless knights, soldiers, and cavalry units? That’s certainly on the cards.

Or do you prefer to hang back and direct your troops from afar, showing off your strategic chops in the process? Go right ahead.

You can seamlessly switch between both perspectives, choosing between action and Real Time Strategy in, well, real time. It’s a gameplay loop that could have you very involved with how your army behaves on the battlefield, and you could choose to turn the tide yourself if your plans go awry. That’s modern warfare in the past for you.

4. Troops That Are More Than Cannon Fodder

Redemption Road has been quite enthusiastic about dynamic AI systems that react to the battle and influence the decisions, pathfinding, and even the loyalty of troops in the field. While they haven’t elaborated on how that works, we’re pretty certain you can expect soldiers to lay down their arms if you overwhelm their formations, or perhaps have to fend off ones who attempt to flank your own forces if the opportunity presents itself.

Your own troops and officers could attempt a few tricks of their own, and managing the battlefield is sure to be both challenging and rewarding in equal measures.

Whether you’re in the field or at your command post, things could get quite heated in the blink of an eye if the studio plays its cards right.

5. Battle Tactics

While the thought of tearing through enemy troops with your assault rifle sounds like you’re going to be invincible on the battlefield, Redemption Road has ensured that things are not going to be as easy as they seem. Your enemies adapt their tactics, choosing to swarm you with superior numbers and removing the advantage that your arsenal affords you and your troops.

Expect resistance irrespective of the weapons and tools you carry with you, and always stay on guard for intelligent attempts to sway the momentum of the fight away from you while you direct your troops.

6. You And Whose Army?

If you find that controlling massive armies a tad too taxing, you could bring a few buddies along in multiplayer co-op that supports up to four players. We shudder to think of what a well-coordinated unit of the best action players can achieve with modern weaponry, and the devastation they could bring to the battlefield if their opponents have nothing but swords, shields, and spears to wield against them.

The best of you could get very creative with your unit’s setup, and we can’t wait to see what you come up with once the game is in your hands.

7. The Right Tools For The Art of War

The game’s premise gives you the scope to wield a wide range of weapons like assault rifles, shotguns, grenade launchers, and so many more against troops whose arsenals seem almost negligible in comparison. While it’s one of the main draws of the game, we’re quite curious to see how those battles play out, and how the armies of the past manage to respond effectively to the weapons of the future. It’s an idea that is both ridiculous and fascinating, although the game’s trailers point towards it being executed (pun intended) very well.

8. Wheels Up!

If fancy guns and weapons weren’t enough, you also get to drive armored SUVs, bikes, attack helos, call in air strikes, and even drive a convertible into battle. Talk about arriving in style!

But jokes aside, vehicular combat could very well be another facet of this insane gameplay loop that could very well bring the whole experience together. Perhaps you could go into 007 mode and assault a fortress in the fanciest car that money can buy. Or take a tank if you prefer function over form.

9. Drawing The Line

This one’s pretty amusing despite the disappointment it brought us. The devs have said that they toyed with the idea of a giant mech tearing up the battlefield at one point, but ultimately changed their minds as it was a challenge to sustain the balance they had created. We kind of agree, as the thought of a metal monstrosity assaulting hapless soldiers who poked at it with their swords sounds too far-fetched, even for Kingmakers.

We would have liked to re-enact a modified version of our favorite battle from Star Wars, but it is what it is.

10. A Path to Fame and Fortune

It was kind of inevitable that a premise as unique as the one Kingmakers brings to the table has drawn the attention of studios in other entertainment media. Popular studio Story Kitchen is already working with Redemption Road and publisher TinyBuild to bring a live-action adaptation of the game to the silver screen.

We just hope that the movie is a faithful recreation of the insanity we’re about to witness once this one hits the shelves.

11. Kingmakers Is Just Getting Started

And we mean that literally. Early access opens on October 8th, 2025, while the developers have already excitedly discussed potential additions to the game ahead of its full and final release. There’s going to be flamethrowers, drones, and so much more, allowing you to devise very creative ways to bring misery to any who dares to oppose you in your mission to save the future.

12. Crossplay and Consoles

There’s hope that console ports for the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S are in the game’s future, with the developers stating that it’s something they would like to do and are actively pursuing. It does make sense to bring Kingmakers to as many platforms as possible, allowing more players to join in on the fun and perhaps build a thriving community around the game and its insane premise.

13. Modest System Requirements

Another feather in Kingmaker’s cap is that its excellent visuals do not come at the price of a high-end setup. As per the Epic Store, it’s going to need Windows 10 64-bit and an Intel i5 10th Gen processor and 8GB of RAM alongside an RTX 2060 GPU, DirectX 11, and a whopping 80GB of storage.

The recommended specs bump up the CPU requirement to an Intel i7 10th gen, and an RTX 3070. While these may be changed in the run-up to the game’s full and final release, they’re a sign that players whose rigs might not be fully up to date can still join in on the fun.

And that’s a wrap on everything you need to know about Kingmakers.

In a statement to Game Developer, a studio spokesperson said, “As we wrap up our work on Hyper Light Breaker, we’ve had to make the difficult decision to part ways with a number of talented team members. This was not our ideal path, but rather the only one available given the circumstances.

“While this path will include a conclusion on the project, it reflects broader forces beyond our control, including shifts in funding, corporate consolidation and the uncertain environment many small studios like us are navigating today.”

The developer will continue working on titles as a “smaller core team” while supporting those affected. The number of layoffs has not been specified.

Released into Steam Early Access this past January, Hyper Light Breaker is a fully 3D co-op rogue-like – check out our thoughts on the launch version. It currently sits at a “Mixed” rating with 64 percent of the 3,133 user reviews giving it a thumbs-up, despite multiple updates and content drops over the past several months.

Heart Machine hasn’t specified when development will wrap or the extent of the game’s final update, so stay tuned for more details. The studio’s next title, Possessor(s), launches on November 11th for PS5 and PC. It’s a side-scrolling action title where players control Luca, possessed by a demon Rhem, as the duo seeks to survive in Sanzu City. Head here for more details.

“In short: It’s an incredibly ambitious, uncompromising game, and we don’t want to cut any planned features, for the sake of getting it out the door earlier. Our goal, from the start, has been to create something that’s nothing like anything else on the market, in terms of gameplay, scale, scope, and interactivity.”

The developer noted that it’s pushing Unreal Engine 4 to its “absolute limits” to achieve 60 frames per second on mid-range PCs without needing “fake frames.” “We currently have tens of thousands of soldiers, each with AI and pathfinding that rivals what you’d expect from a AAA third-person shooter. When you walk away from a battle, it continues to play out. Nothing is faked.”

It provided other examples of interactivity, such as lumber mills that could become spots of combat or broken trees collapsing and hitting any soldiers in the way. Players are also “free to explore” the giant map on each server, whether it’s alone or with “their own personal army of thousands.”

“We set out to do all of this, with full drop-in/drop-out 4 player multiplayer support, and we have. We just need a bit more time on content polish before we feel good about charging money for it.”

While there are already shouts of “The Day Before 2” on Steam, Redemption Road has promised a half-hour deep dive on the gameplay “very soon,” complete with a “comprehensive overview” of everything the team has worked on. Stay tuned for more updates and a possible new release window in the coming weeks.

Announced last year, Kingmakers is a third-person shooter/real-time strategy game where players use modern weaponry in a medieval war setting. Between annihilating hordes of enemy soldiers, they can also command their own army from a top-down view.

The initial vibe is very Alien: Isolation-esque, complete with a motion sensor for tracking the dinosaurs. Of course, it’s not long before they catch your scent, beginning a desperate escape (assuming you completed the core objective). There’s a bit of Dead by Daylight ingrained in the experience, as players slide under Pallets to avoid the dinosaurs and hide within lockers.

Be careful, though – if the Utahraptor catches a player’s scent, it can drag them out from under desks or the inside of barrels and rip them apart. Firearms and throwables are available to even the odds, though they’re likely to be of limited use.

Deathground will retail for $14.99 for its early access launch. Stay tuned for more details on its content and future updates. In the meantime, check out our 2023 interview with the development team about the gameplay and how intelligent the dinosaurs can be.

You can request access on Steam right now, but dates have yet to be announced. The developer noted these will be “small, targeted playtests” to continue refining the title so it’s moving early access to a “later date.” Morbid Metal was initially planned to launch on August 20th, but faced a delay to Fall 2025 to incorporate feedback from its demo.

It’s unknown whether this means a delay out of Fall and potentially 2025, so stay tuned. Currently slated for PC, the hack-and-slash title rogue-lite follows a group of warriors attempting to cut through a dystopian future. Each has unique abilities, and players can switch between them at any time to expand combos. Advancing through cycles will unlock buffs and Routines, and there’s persistent progression.

These include new car models and parts for the Skyline 2000GT-R (KPGC10), Nissan GT-R Premium Edition T-Spec (R35), Honda Integra Type R (DC2), Nissan Fairlady Z Version ST (RZ34), and more. There will also be a new story chapter and rivals to challenge, alongside game balance changes and adjustments.

Unfortunately, the Replay Feature has been delayed due to prioritizing more story content. There’s no ETA, but Genki is doing its best to ensure the feature is “polished and ready” in future updates. Meanwhile, Steam Record Ranking won’t be added at all due to “insufficient cheat prevention measures.”

“We believe introducing the feature without being able to provide a fair playing field for all players would negatively impact the player experience.”

Stay tuned for more details on the launch version in the coming weeks. You can also read our early access review of Tokyo Xtreme Racer for our initial thoughts at launch.

What is it?

Imagine a 2D side-scroller with the platforming flair, the cel-shaded artstyle and combat depth and gameplay loop of Dead Cells and you’ve got The Rogue Prince of Persia nailed on. Evil Empire  are developing this one, and their pedigree in the genre is shining throughout The Rogue Prince’s recent gameplay footage.

Does it have a story?

Whilst The Rogue Prince’s stylish combat provides the game’s main hook, there’s still a narrative foundation supporting the action. According to the game’s Steam page, the adventure begins with the Prince awaking in an Oasis outside of Persia’s capital city where a furious battle with magic-wielding invaders rages on. Racing to halt the bloodshed, the Prince uncovers new paths, meets allies, and unlocks knowledge – you know, the hallmarks of roguelike, non-linear design. Every death sends the Prince back to the Oasis, ready to go again.

The Medallion System

The Medallion System in The Rogue Prince of Persia offers a suite of unique abilities and powerful buffs to add strategic depth to every run. Found via blueprints, completing challenges, and purchasing from Pachi in the Oasis hub, the Prince can equip up to four Medallions simultaneously. Everything from increasing weapon damage to launching elemental attacks and energy restoration is covered, with Medallions upgradeable if all slots are full. Choice and arrangement are crucial; Medallion effects magnify as the Prince collects more, encouraging unique synergy-focused builds and playstyles.

Traversal

The Rogue Prince of Persia heavily emphasises fluid, fast-paced, acrobatic traversal. The Rogue Prince runs along walls, vaults barricades and enemies, grinds parapets, and slides down poles, all whilst sprinting, dashing, jumping, and somersaulting in a precise moveset that is seamlessly integrated into both exploration and combat.

Combat

Fluid movement and the Medallion System’s strategic depth coalesce into a dance of rapid-fire melee and acrobatic parkour in The Rogue Prince of Persia’s combat. The Prince wields a primary weapon – swords, daggers, axes, and the like – with support from a ranged option including bows and chakrams. Each weapon in the Prince’s arsenal is upgradeable, and features unique combo opportunities. The game’s central movement expands during combat to encompass kicks, stomps, and the aforesaid vaults which can stun or reposition enemies.

Out of early access

The Rogue Prince of Persia 1.0 release has now bought its early access period to a close. Emerging on Steam back in May 2024, the game debuted as an intriguing but under-realised roguelike elevated by its stylish combat. Evil Empire has been grafting away since then, doubling the game’s content through a string of sizeable updates. Now, with its 1.0 release, The Rogue Prince of Persia is wholly unrecognisable from the barebones experience players first encountered.

Platforms and PC requirements

Throughout its early access period, The Rogue Prince of Persia has been PC exclusive, but now it’s also available on PS5, Switch, Switch 2 and Xbox Series X and S. For now, minimum PC requirements as per The Rogue Prince’s Steam page details Intel Core i5-4460 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 3.2GHz processors, Nvidia GeForce GTX 950 or AMD RX 550 XT GPUs, 8GB RAM, and 5GB storage.

June 2024 Update

From here on we’ll outline the content that was added via The Rogue Prince’s more substantial early access updates. Coming in June 2024 was a new biome, plus new traps, new weapons, new enemies, and the addition of meta progression. The latter introduced the ability to spend Spirit Glimmers on permanent upgrades towards maximum health, attack damage, potion retention, and more.

Warrior’s Ascension (August 24)

The primary focus of the Warrior’s Ascension update was to improve the roguelike gameplay loop. Introduced in this August 2024 update was a string of difficulty modifiers – dubbed The Awakening – which combine as they unlock to progressively increase the game’s challenge. Also, new skills were added to the skill tree, a new currency – Corrupted Blood – arrived, a new knife throwing enemy, and refinements to the Prince’s kick animations, including a thoroughly satisfying projectile reflect.

Weapons Within (September 24)

Tripling the arsenal at the Prince’s disposal was September 2024’s Weapons Within update. In all, thirteen new weapons were added whilst seven existing weapons were re-worked, and the Falcata sword was removed. Bug fixes, skill tree additions, UI and menu tweaks, and gameplay rebalances fleshed out what was already a significant update.

Second Act update (November 2024)

Between September and November 2024’s updates, Evil Empire added fifty new Medallions to the Medallion System, but seeing as we’ve already touched upon those we’re diving straight into the Second Act update. Here is where two new biomes, two new bosses, new enemies, save points, and story act were introduced. The most substantial update so far, Second Act also provided balance tweaks, quality of life improvements, language support, and an overhaul of the game’s art style.

Forgotten Skins (February 2025)

A new skin system with thirty five new skins is the headline addition in February 2025’s Forgotten Skins update, although truth be told this update included quite the breadth of changes. A new XP system linked to skill points and skill trees made its debut here alongside a couple of new weapons, a new tool, item rerolls, and further quality of life improvements.

The Unleashed Army (April 2025)

Elite baddies made their debut in April 2025’s The Unleashed Army update. Appearing in every biome after a player’s fourth run, Elites are bigger, stronger, and harder to take down compared to normal enemies. Appearing in six different guises, the aura-wrapped Elites exhibit specific traits such as the Gold Elite who steals the Prince’s gold to become stronger or the Smoker Elite who conceals themselves inside a grey smog.

Power and Fury (May 2025)

Here is where builds and synergies were refined to be at their most intuitive and powerful. Medallions were overhauled; their effects now easier to understand and thus how their addition will reshape builds. Traversal controls were revamped here too, fostering a smoother, snappier feel when hurtling over ledges, vaulting, and dashing. Descriptively, Evil Empire outlines reducing a ‘magnetic’ feel when the Prince slides down poles and sprints across walls.

Quality of Life (June 2025)

The last of The Rogue Prince of Persia’s significant early access updates before 1.0 releases is what the team describe as a Quality of Life update. Included is the ability to ban items within a certain category of weapon if they don’t gel with an intended playstyle. Mini maps and world maps were updated with new information, tutorials were compended, and high level story objective reminders were put in place. The Quality of Life update is intended to leave the game in the best possible place before the final push to August’s full release.