Get ready to dive into a world where mushrooms mean might and strategy reigns supreme. Beyond the Grove, the charming RTS-inspired autobattler from indie studio Not a Duck, is heading into Early Access on November 4, 2025. After earning 2nd place in the “Most Promising Category” at this year’s Game Development World Championship, the title is poised to bloom into one of the most unique strategy experiences of the year.
Players will soon command an army of fungi and elemental golems, defending their forest home from an encroaching corruption that threatens the entire world.
Command Your Mushroom Army in Beyond the Grove
In Beyond the Grove, players step into the role of a Grove Keeper—protector of nature’s last bastion. Your mission: lead your mushroom soldiers, forge powerful Golems, and wield mystical Blessings to push back the darkness.
This is not your typical strategy title. Instead of micromanaging every unit, Beyond the Grove lets players focus on tactical decision-making, positioning, and crafting—the core of an engaging autobattler experience.
Key Features That Set Beyond the Grove Apart
1. Strategic Combat That Evolves with You
Deploy rally markers, summon your fungal warriors, and reshape your battlefield strategy in real time. Every move counts as you adapt to unpredictable waves of corruption.
2. Golem Crafting with Endless Possibilities
With over 50 unique Golems to forge from seven elemental types, players can experiment with countless combinations. Finding the perfect synergy is crucial to turning the tide of battle.
3. Blessings and Growth After Defeat
More than 100 Blessings can be discovered, allowing you to enhance your troops’ power and tailor your tactics. If you fall, you can regroup, reforge, and rise stronger than ever.
Join the Community of Grove Keepers
Players can wishlist Beyond the Grove on Steam now to be notified when it enters Early Access on November 4. During Steam Next Fest, fans got an early taste of the mushroom mayhem—but the real challenge begins next month.
Stay connected by following Beyond the Grove on X and Bluesky, subscribing to their YouTube channel, and joining the official Discord to share strategies with fellow Grove Keepers.
