Overthrown Blends City-Building and Fast-Paced Action, Set for October 16th Full Release
Game developer Brimstone Games and publisher Maximum Entertainment have officially announced that their unique title, Overthrown, will be leaving Early Access and launching its full version on October 16th. The game will be available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, offering players a distinctive blend of city-building simulation and high-octane action.
Overthrown puts players in the shoes of a monarch wielding a magical crown. This powerful artifact allows you to steal souls and manipulate the environment, forming the core of the game's innovative mechanics. Your primary goal is to establish and expand a kingdom in untamed lands, gathering vital resources, developing farms, and defending your burgeoning settlements from dangerous mutants and ruthless bandits.
Unleash Your Power and Shape the World
The game promises extensive freedom, allowing players to relocate buildings, instantly transport resources like trees to sawmills, or even strategically pit monsters against your enemies for easy loot. Combat in Overthrown is designed to be visually spectacular, with the hero moving across the map at incredible speeds, soaring through the air, and descending upon foes with powerful, impactful attacks, reminiscent of a combat helicopter.
Adding a layer of strategic depth, Overthrown incorporates a dynamic seasonal cycle. Players must carefully manage resources, stock up on food for the harsh winters, protect their farms, and ensure the happiness of their citizens. Neglecting your populace could lead to them abandoning your kingdom and joining your enemies.
Players can embark on this grand adventure solo or team up with up to five other players in cooperative multiplayer. This allows for joint raids and coordinated defenses of settlements, adding a social dimension to the kingdom-building and combat.
Early Access Feedback and What to Expect
Overthrown's Early Access version on Steam has received generally positive feedback, with 71% of reviews being favorable. Players have praised the game's original concepts, the exhilarating sense of power, and the freedom of action it offers. The ability to traverse water, move buildings, alter the landscape, and construct a personalized kingdom has been highlighted as particularly enjoyable. The flexibility of settings and the inclusion of console commands, which allow for experimentation without constant enemy pressure, have also been well-received.
However, the Early Access period has not been without its challenges. Some players have reported technical issues, including low frame rates, frequent crashes, unresponsive NPCs, and sub-optimal performance on both PC and Steam Deck. A few reviews also noted that certain research options were inaccessible, leading some to recommend waiting for the full release before purchasing.
The full release on October 16th will be the ultimate test to see if Brimstone Games has addressed these technical concerns. Overthrown will launch on PC (via Steam and Microsoft Store), Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. Additionally, the game will be available to subscribers of PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, offering a convenient way for many to experience this unique title. Players can look forward to diving into this magical realm, building their empire, and facing down its many challenges.
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