Update history
Latest Shadow Empire updates
Search patches, hotfixes, and dev posts. Load more to keep browsing the timeline.
Browse updates
Published changes
Search updates. Filter by source or date. Open any row for the full patch notes, or load more to continue the timeline.
- Shadow Empire
Shadow Empire - Patch Update
DONE 1.32a , version #264 Fixed CTD with turn processing due to an Artifact generating Asset being lost Fixed CTD with a game load causing CTD Fixed issue with blocked Scrap Stratagem Fixed issue with target selection c…
Security39 changesFixMaps - Shadow Empire
New Patch Update
1.31q , version #259 -Fixed the thing that could cause a Character Profile to receive a double Profile (like 2 times autocracy) -Fixed S&S Editor (again!! Apologies for this) -Fixed issue with Stratagem preview difficul…
Patch notes32 changesFixGameplay - Shadow Empire
Shadow Empire: Republica - Soundtrack Out Now
The new Republica DLC has been out for two weeks now, and it’s receiving positive feedback. A huge thank you to our community for helping shape this DLC throughout the beta with your continuous input — and please keep i…
Announcement2 changesCompatibilityGameplay - Shadow Empire
Patch Update 1.31h
Changelist 1.31h (#253) Fixed glitch where in some cases Leader’s Credits (wealth) could go negative. Fixed that you can Nationalize Private Assets from Dynastic Fief (Now no longer possible, except logistics) Added tha…
Patch notes8 changesFixGameplay - Shadow Empire
Shadow Empire - Q&A with the dev
A few days before the release of Shadow Empire: Republica DLC last week, we opened a written Q&A channel on our official Discord to collect questions from the community. We've collected all your questions until April 12…
Store24 changesFixMaps - Shadow Empire
Shadow Empire: Republica DLC - Out Now
Shadow Empire: Republica DLC is out now! Download the DLC now and expand your empire with 9 new political systems, new mechanics such as Virtus, 200+ new stratagems, 50+ new Regime Feats, and much more. Shadow Empire Re…
Announcement2 changesGameplayServer - Shadow Empire
Shadow Empire: Republica DLC - Release Date
We’re excited to announce that Shadow Empire: Republica DLC will launch on April 9. To celebrate the announcement, we’re kicking off a new video series exploring some of the main mechanics and features of the DLC. Episo…
Announcement2 changesGameplayServer - Shadow Empire
Shadow Empire - Morale & Makeover Update
The development of Shadow Empire: Republica is nearly complete. Before we announce the official release date (coming very soon!), we are releasing the latest core update to the base game as part of our continued effort…
Event54 changesFixGameplay - Shadow Empire
Shadow Empire: Republica DLC - Closed Beta Sign-Ups are Open
Closed Beta sign-ups for Shadow Empire: Republica DLC are officially live! This is your chance to play the upcoming DLC early and help us refine new features through your feedback. Selected participants will gain access…
Announcement4 changesCompatibilityBalance - Shadow Empire
Moodboard & Designer Notes #9 - Fanatical Autocracy
Vic (VR Designs) is hard at work on the upcoming Republica DLC for Shadow Empire, an expansion that puts politics at the center of the experience. This series of articles explores each of the nine political systems play…
Event9 changesFixUI/audio - Shadow Empire
Moodboard & Designer Note #8 - Tyranny
Vic (VR Designs) is hard at work on completing the upcoming Republica DLC for Shadow Empire, an expansion that places politics at the heart of the experience. This series of articles aims to explore each of the 9 politi…
Security12 changesFixGameplay - Shadow Empire
Shadow Empire - Mayhem Mode Update
To celebrate Matrix Games’ 25th Anniversary, we’re releasing a free update introducing Mayhem Mode! In this special mode, enemies are tougher and more numerous, while treasure boxes and easter eggs appear across the map…
Announcement2 changesMapsGameplay - Shadow Empire
Moodboard & Designer Notes #7 - Autocracy
Vic (VR Designs) is hard at work on completing the upcoming Republica DLC for Shadow Empire, an expansion that places politics at the heart of the experience. This series of articles aims to explore each of the 9 politi…
Event20 changesGameplayUI/audio - Shadow Empire
Home of Wargamers 2025 - Announcement
The wait is almost over: Home of Wargamers 2025, the yearly live showcase that we stream on Twitch and YouTube, is coming on September 25th. It will bring you the biggest announcements, updates, Spoilers and behind-the-…
Patch notes2 changesGameplay - Shadow Empire
Shadow Empire - Rank & Rebalancing
Today’s patch brings a lot of tuning, boosting and nerfing to Shadow Empire. There are many, but most importantly tanks have become somewhat weaker when out of their element and artillery has become somewhat stronger es…
Security53 changesFixWorkshop - Shadow Empire
Moodboard & Designer Notes #6 - Aristocracy
As oligarchic instability gives way to aristocratic order, a new political structure emerges: one bound by blood and code. In this sixth installment of our Moodboard & Designer Notes, we analyze the rise of Aristocracy,…
Patch notes14 changesFixGameplay
