Kingdoms Reborn Steam news

• Latest observed players105 · 6 October 2026 - 04:04:58 UTC
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• Review score90% positive
• Total reviews9,745
• Release dateNov 2, 2020
• DeveloperEarthshine
• PublisherEarthshine

Genres: Indie, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access

Company pages: Developer: EarthshinePublisher: Earthshine

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Kingdoms Reborn Steam news

Kingdoms Reborn news collects recent Steam feed items, update posts, and announcements that SteamPulse can associate with this app.

Latest Steam announcements

• Major Update: Apocalyptic Map and Decoration System - 17 February 2026

  We’re excited to share our tenth major update, packed with new ways to make your cities shine, plus a complete visual overhaul for the Duchy faction. This update includes a brand new Decoration System, a redesigned Duchy, and a challenging new Apocalyptic Map.Apocalyptic is a brutal survival run. The land is blighted, fertility is low, sickness is a constant threat, and trade has collapsed. Can you survive in this harsh new world?Unlock new decorative sets as you play, and turn plain streets into picture perfect scenes with the new Decoration System with over 200+ decorations. Since many players start with the Duchy, we’ve given it a complete facelift. Every house, workshop, and monument has been redesigned with updated silhouettes and animations, improving readability across the board. The original Duchy lives on as "Classic" a new, challenge-focused faction.Beer required to upgrade Ho…

• Beta Test: The Apocalypse Update - 16 January 2026

  Greetings Builders!We’re excited to open a beta test branch for our upcoming update, and we’d love your feedback!This build brings a new Apocalyptic map mode, a visual rework of the Duchy faction, and a Decoration System to make your cities truly yours.Apocalyptic mapApocalyptic Mode is a brutal survival run. The land is blighted, fertility is weak, sickness is a constant threat, and trade has fallen apart. Can you survive in this harsh new world?Duchy Faction Rework and Decoration SystemAll models and animations reworkedThe old Duchy becomes the Classic faction, now with new bonuses tuned for a more challenging playstyleBring your kingdom to life with 200+ decorationsHow to play the Beta versionHow to play the Beta versionFind "Kingdoms Reborn" on steam libraryRight click -> "Properties"Select "Betas" TabSelect "test - Latest Test Branch" branchIf you have any suggestions, encounter a…

• Patch Teaser: Decoration system & Duchy Revamp - 10 June 2025

  Greetings Builders!We're excited to announce that our next update is just around the corner! This update introduces a full Decoration System to bring your cities to life plus a complete visual overhaul of the Duchy faction, with redesigned buildings and updated animations.Decorate Your KingdomWe’re thrilled to unveil the new Decoration System a toolkit of 200+ decorative pieces including fountains, banners, gardens, statues, and many other pieces you can place wherever you like. Unlock new structures as you play and turn plain streets into picture-perfect scenes. A busy kingdom is good but a beautiful one is even better! Duchy RevampSince Duchy is where many players begin, we’ve given it a full facelift every house, workshop, and monument now features fresh models and smoother animations for sharper looks and clearer gameplay.We are excited to embark on this this epic journey with all o…

• "Renewable Energy & Emirates Revamp" is now live! - 27 November 2024

  Greetings Builders! We are excited to announce the release of our ninth major update for Kingdoms Reborn! This update introduces exciting gameplay features to bring new challenges and greater depth to the experience. We’ve also given a vibrant redesign to the Emirates faction, with reimagined buildings and animations to enrich the faction’s aesthetics. Renewable Energy and Pollution System! Transition to renewable energy to keep pollution under control. In the Industrial Age, fuel becomes essential for generating electricity to power all production buildings. However, relying on fuel can lead to pollution build-ups, harming citizens' health, happiness and reducing farm yields. Skyscraper Offices This building enhances productivity of all buildings. The more citizens it holds, the greater the bonus. Upgrade it to expand capacity and maximize its effects. Reimagining of the Emirates facti…

• Major Update: New User Interface Update is now live! - 16 May 2024

  We are thrilled to announce the release of our eighth major update for Kingdoms Reborn. This update completely overhauls the game's user interface (UI). We’ve redesigned the UI to be more engaging, and visually stunning. Dive into Kingdoms Reborn and enjoy the dynamic new look! We have added the victory screen. Now, when you win, your citizens will cheer and celebrate your success, honoring your hard-fought journey and achievements. This addition not only highlights your accomplishments but also provides a satisfying conclusion to all your efforts, making the endgame experience more rewarding and memorable. We're also pleased to introduce key bindings as part of this update. This feature allows you to customize your controls to better fit your playstyle, making the game more accessible and enjoyable. Head over to the game settings menu to personalize your controls and enhance your exper…

• Promising city builder in early access on Steam adds new Aztec faction - 25 February 2024

  Among the many city builders on Steam, from the modern stylings of Cities Skylines 2 and SimCity 4 to the more historical period-specific offerings such as Banished and the upcoming Manor Lords, Kingdoms Reborn might have escaped your notice. But since its early access launch in November 2020, the strategy game from developer Earthshine has racked up a very respectable 91% positive Steam rating from over 7,000 user reviews, and now a free Kingdoms Reborn update introduces a new Aztec-inspired faction, with a Steam sale offering you a chance to grab it at a discount if you're interested. Read the rest of the story...

• Major Update: ‘Echoes of the Sun Stone’ - Aztecs Update is live! - 24 February 2024

  Greetings Builders! We are excited to present the seventh major update for Kingdoms Reborn, Echoes of the Sun Stone! Experience the brand new Aztecs-inspired faction - ‘Tlatoa’, coming with new unique buildings, game balance, new construction animation, bug fixes, and much more. Tlatoa Faction Experience the brand new Aztecs-inspired faction - ‘Tlatoa’, coming with new unique buildings, game balance, new construction animation, bug fixes, and much more. Bonuses: -10% Food consumption, +30% Trading Post/Port/Company fee Unique Resources: Corn, Agave, Tequila, Tobacco, Cigar Unique Military Units: Jaguar Warrior, Eagle Calvary Unique Wonders: Grand Temple, Step Pyramid, Floating City, El Dorado Tlatoa Unique Construction Tlatoa enhances your city-building with its unique construction animation. Watch as each building phase, from foundation to final touches, comes to life with stunning det…

• 'Echoes of the Sun Stone' - New Patch Teaser! - 21 November 2023

  The Steam Awards nominations are open! We invite you to show your support for Kingdoms Reborn by nominating us for the Labor of Love Award. Your support means the world to us and fuels our passion to continue improving and expanding this world we all cherish. Thank you for being part of our journey! As to our ongoing commitment, we have a major announcement for all builders! Join us as we unveil the majestic 'Echoes of the Sun Stone' patch! 🐍🌞 Concept 'Echoes of the Sun Stone' introduces an Aztec-themed faction that infuses the vibrant culture of the Aztec civilization into your metropolis-building journey. The Aztec-themed faction Irrigation Pump Minor City Quarry Tavern House Medicine Maker We are excited to embark on this this epic journey with all of you! 🛕 Kingdoms Reborn team Discord Twitter Reddit

• Major Update: ‘Advanced Building’ patch is live! - 4 September 2023

  Greetings Builders! We are excited to announce that the 5th major update for Kingdoms Reborn - Advanced Building is now live! Use these large versions of production buildings in the ‘Advanced Buildings’ update. Large buildings are twice the original size with expanded production capacity, each with their own bonus, assisting you in optimizing your city's production capacity. The Advanced Building Upgrades Place down four normal production buildings after Middle Age to unlock Advanced Buildings! Advanced Charcoal Burner Advanced Bakery Advanced Winery Advanced Mead Maker Advanced Tailor Advanced Sake Brewery Advanced Bonsai Nursery And many more Advanced buildings for you to unlock! UI Revamped The main menu UI elements have also been updated as part of this update. QOL Improvements Bug Fixes: Many major and minor bugs have been fixed. Miscellaneous Crash Fixes Midweek Deal and Upcoming…

• Patch Teaser - 'Advanced Building' and Simfest 2023! - 20 July 2023

  To all our dedicated builders, prepare your upgrade tools! A major announcement is here. Join us as we debut the "Advanced Building" update, set to release on September 4! 🏗️ 'Advanced Building' introduces upgraded versions of existing production buildings, letting you build buildings twice the original size, with four times the production capacity. These larger buildings will help you optimize your production. Here are previews of some of the advanced buildings in this update: Large Charcoal Maker Large Bakery Large Winery Large Mead Maker Large Tailor Large Sake Brewery Large Bonsai Nursery …and much more! We are thrilled to announce that Simfest 2023 begins today with Kingdoms Reborn as part of the event! From today through the 24th of July, you can save 20% off Kingdoms Reborn! Join us at Simfest 2023 to explore a wide range of upcoming simulation titles. Special thanks to Auroch D…

• Major Update - Introducing Co-op Mode - 30 June 2023

  Greetings Builders! With the Steam Summer Sale upon us, we're excited to introduce new features to Kingdoms Reborn, including a new Co-op Mode, Achievements, No Card Draw Mode, AI Dialog, and More! Co-op Mode: Team up with your friends to strategize and build a powerful kingdom together! Hands in hands, multiple players running one kingdom, good teamwork will be key to your success! Unlock Achievements: We’ve added 30+ Steam achievements to the game! Prove your skills and unlock a variety of achievements as you progress through the game. More will be added as we progress through the early access development! New Citizen Models: Introducing new citizen models for different factions bringing their cultures to life with their own distinct appearance. No Card Draw Mode: The new No Card Draw Mode removes the randomness of card drawing. No Card Draw: Start with 3 wild cards, gain 1 more for e…

• Major Update: ‘Land of the Rising Sun’ - Japan Update is live! - 19 May 2023

  Greetings Builders! We are excited to present the fourth major update for Kingdoms Reborn, Land of the Rising Sun! Experience the brand new Japanese faction – 'The Shogunates’, Japan-inspired Buildings and Plantations, Hot Spring Inn, Extinct Volcanoes, Ferry, Storage Depot, Copy Building Feature, Rebalanced Gameplay, Bug Fixes, Optimization, and much more! Want to play on Viking saves? Right-click on "Kingdoms Reborn" in your Steam library. Select "Properties." Navigate to the "Betas" tab. Choose "old_patch_viking" patch. Shogunate Faction Play as the brand new Japanese-inspired faction. These skilled artisans come from the eastern islands and bring with them their own unique survival skills for the lush, verdant landscapes. Bonuses: +10% Luxury Production Unique Resources: Rice, Plum, Sushi, Ramen, Sake, Green Tea, Bonsai, Electronic Gadgets Unique Military Units: Samurai, Samurai Cav…

• 'Land of the Rising Sun' - New Update Trailer! - 12 May 2023

  Latest major update for Kingdoms Reborn — “Land of the Rising Sun” — available May 19th! This update introduces a new Japan-inspired faction featuring unique buildings, resources, technologies, and much more content and improvements. The game is currently being showcased at Tacticon 2023 with the first time sale of 20% until May 25th. Join our Discord for early beta access to the update next week! Kingdoms Reborn team

• 'Land of the Rising Sun' - New Patch Teaser! - 12 April 2023

  To all our builders, sheathe your katanas! A major announcement is upon us. Join us as we introduce the enchanting “Land of the Rising Sun” patch, set to release on May 19! ⚔️🌸 Concept 'Land of the Rising Sun' introduces a Japanese-themed faction that brings the rich culture and aesthetics of Japan to your city-building experience. The Japanese-themed faction Town Hall Mushroom Farm Trading Post Sake Brewery Candle Maker Embassy Golden Palace Share your ideas for the new Japanese faction in the comments below or on our Discord server. Eager to embark on this adventure with all of you on May 19! 🌅 Kingdoms Reborn team

• Major Update: ‘Rise of Valhalla’ - Viking Update is live! - 16 December 2022

  Greetings Builders! We are excited to unveil the third major update for Kingdoms Reborn, Rise of Valhalla! Experience the brand new Viking Faction – 'The Norsemen', new ships sailing, provincial buildings, and major overhauls to farming, electricity, and the military systems; as well as gameplay rebalancing, bug fixes, and optimization! Norsemen Faction Play as the brand new Viking-inspired faction. These resourceful craftsmen hail from the northern lands and bring with them their own unique survival skills for the snowy, bitter boreal wilderness. Bonuses: +20% Cold Resistance / +30% wood cutting yield Unique Resources: Honey Mead and Cheese Unique Military Units: Berserker and Longship Unique Wonders: Great Long Hall, Basilica, Stave Church New Buildings Crop Breeders: Farm special crops within the vicinity. Luxury Importer: Importing Luxury will now require the Luxury Importer (to pre…

• ‘Rise of Valhalla’ - The Viking-inspired Patch Beta is live! - 10 December 2022

  Updates Summary Norsemen Faction Play as the brand new Viking-inspired faction surviving in the snowy, bitter boreal wilderness. Unique Resources: Mead and Cheese Unique Military Units: Berserker and Longship Unique Wonders: Great Long Hall, Basilica, Stave Church New Buildings Only one Provincial Building can be built per province Crop Breeders: Farm special crops nearby Luxury Importer: Importing Luxury will now require the Luxury Importer. (to prevent exploitation of Luxury Imports.) Card Shop: Buy buildings, province-specialty, and slot cards! Naval Control: Create sea trade blockade - collecting fee of other players' ports Deepsea Fishing Port: Fish for Deepsea Tuna populated around reefs all over the world's oceans. Ships Sailing: Fishers, and Traders now sail with their ships. Farming Productivity / Fertility Map revamp - Crop Breeders now replace the Province-based Resources tha…

• ‘Rise of Valhalla’ - New Patch Teaser! - 22 June 2022

  To all our Norsemen, put down your meads! A major announcement is in order. Come with us as we set our sight for Asgard in the upcoming “Rise of Valhalla” patch! ⚔️🤘 Concept 'Rise of Valhalla' introduces a Viking-themed faction that adds a Nordic flair to game experience. The Viking-themed faction This new settlement is well-suited to making a home in the snowy, bitter wilderness. Town Hall House Mushroom Farm Gold Smelter Beekeeper We're working on more gameplay changes for this patch and would welcome your feedback! Share your ideas for the new Viking Faction in the comments below or on our Discord server. Can’t wait to embark on this voyage with all of you! ⛵ Kingdoms Reborn team Discord Twitter Reddit

• Major Update: "Beyond the Border" is Now Live! - 10 March 2022

  Hi Kingdom Builders! After countless refining and beta testing, we are proud to announce our second major update. We've been told you'd like to see a brand-new culture, fresh gameplay styles, more multiplayer interactions, expanded global resources, quality of life improvements, and yes, some military actions — Now here they are! See the updates below or find out right away by clicking the PLAY button now :) New faction: “The Emirates” Distinct in-game design and animation. Master traders: -20% trading fee. Oasis builders: Able to use Sand to construct buildings, but suffers from -50% wood-cutting yield. Desert-born: Starts with Sheep Ranch instead of Forester. Miner’s Fortune replaces Wheat Seeds as a Starting Card option. Has access to techs and buildings adapted to desert living. Balance: Default faction (The Duchies) gets a +5% research speed bonus. Expanded interactions with other…

• Beta Testing for Major Update: Beyond the Border - 28 December 2021

  Hi Kingdom Builders :) We would like to invite you to the beta testing for the upcoming major update (Beyond the Border patch) which we hope to finally release in Jan 2022! Beta can be access from here: Find "Kingdoms Reborn" in your steam library Right click —> "Properties" Select "BETAS" Tab Under the dropdown menu of “Select the beta you would like to opt into:”, select “test_beyond_border_public_beta - Beyond Border Patch Public Beta” Updates Summary New faction "The Emirates" Master traders: -20% trading fee. Oasis builders: Clay-based buildings, but -50% wood-cutting yield. Desert-born: Starts with Sheep Ranch instead of Forester. Miner’s Fortune replaces Wheat Seeds as a starting card option. Many techs and buildings are customized for desert living. Also, the default faction (The Duchies) has a +5% research speed bonus. Expanded interactions with other players Conquer: Vassalize…

• "Beyond the Border" patch teaser - 16 September 2021

  Hi everyone. First, to you in the community who provided us with valuable feedback, thank you! In the upcoming major update, we want to encourage more diverse playstyles and improve late-game gameplay. There are 2 major themes in this upgrade: Interacting with the outside world Introducing a new faction Interacting with the outside world "Beyond the Border" will entice you to interact more with the outside world beyond your own domain (whether with the environment, AI players, or your friends). Now reaching beyond your border could reward you with the strategic boosts you needed to win the game, or cost you if you ignore it. Cooperate Embassy: build on an ally's territory, if they like you, to gain bonus effects. Zoo: collect animals, then trade with others to gain happiness. Hotel: generate income for you from tourism while increasing happiness for your allies. Ancient Ruins: boost nea…

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