The anarchic city builder “Overthrown” is growing, literally. Maximum Entertainment has released the “Nature Update,” a substantial content drop for the game currently in Steam Early Access and Xbox Game Preview. This update enriches the chaotic co-op experience, adding new layers of environmental interaction and citizen management.
“Overthrown” thrives on its unique gameplay loop, where players hurl everything from houses and trees to their own citizens into the sky to build their dream kingdom. The “Nature Update” expands this chaotic sandbox with new tree species, environmental zones, citizens, abilities, and more.
Key features of the “Nature Update” include:
- New Buildings & Citizens: Builder’s Workshop & Builders, Foragers Hut & Foragers, Weaving Mill & Weavers add new avenues for resource management and citizen roles.
- Decorative Props: Scarecrows, hay feeders, and soldier posts offer new ways to customize your kingdom.
- The Greathammer: A powerful new weapon to wreak havoc.
- New Tree Species: Fir trees add variety to the game’s flora.
- Enhanced Lighting: Improved visuals for a more immersive experience.
- Overhauled UI: Improved accessibility for a smoother gameplay experience.
- Bowling Effect: Toss boulders with a satisfying new physics interaction.
- Expanded Buildings & Citizen Abilities: New strategic depth to kingdom management.
- Theatres and Bards: Entertainment options for your citizens.
Players can delve into the full details of the “Nature Update” on the Steam news post.
“Overthrown” is available now in Early Access on Steam, Xbox Game Preview, and day one with Xbox Game Pass. The game is slated for a full 1.0 release on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5.
Players take on the role of Runa, a monarch wielding a soul-stealing crown with magical abilities. They must establish a kingdom in a perilous wilderness, defending it from mutants and bandits. The game supports up to six-player co-op, allowing for shared chaos and collaborative kingdom building.
Players can learn more about “Overthrown” at playoverthrown.com and stay updated by following @MaximumEntmt on X.
