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Steam News16 January 20265mo ago

Beta Test: The Apocalypse Update

Greetings Builders! We’re excited to open a beta test branch for our upcoming update, and we’d love your feedback!

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0 fixes4 additions8 changes0 removals
  • Compatibility
  • Maps
  • Gameplay
changedGreetings Builders!We’re excited to open a beta test branch for our upcoming update, and we’d love your feedback!
addedGreetings Builders!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.
addedApocalyptic 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?
changedDuchy Faction Rework and Decoration SystemAll models and animations reworked
addedDuchy Faction Rework and Decoration SystemThe old Duchy becomes the Classic faction, now with new bonuses tuned for a more challenging playstyle
changedHow to play the Beta versionFind "Kingdoms Reborn" on steam library

Kingdoms Reborn changes

changedWe’re excited to open a beta test branch for our upcoming update, and we’d love your feedback!
addedThis build brings a new Apocalyptic map mode, a visual rework of the Duchy faction, and a Decoration System to make your cities truly yours.
addedApocalyptic 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?
changedAll models and animations reworked
addedThe old Duchy becomes the Classic faction, now with new bonuses tuned for a more challenging playstyle

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 map

Apocalyptic 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 System

  • All models and animations reworked

  • The old Duchy becomes the Classic faction, now with new bonuses tuned for a more challenging playstyle

  • Bring your kingdom to life with 200+ decorations

How to play the Beta version

How to play the Beta version

  • Find "Kingdoms Reborn" on steam library

  • Right click -> "Properties"

  • Select "Betas" Tab

  • Select "test - Latest Test Branch" branch

If you have any suggestions, encounter a bug, or just want to chat with the community,

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Thank you for your support and we hope you enjoy testing the new update - Kingdoms Reborn team

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Steam News / 16 January 2026

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