Core Keeper is a survival sandbox game developed by Pugstorm. Like other sandbox games like Stardew Valley, Terraria, and Minecraft, the game, which is currently in early access, features mining, crafting, farming, and exploring an underground world that is generated procedurally.
On March 8, 2022, it was made available on Steam in early access. Players praised the game’s mechanics, artwork, tone, and atmosphere, as well as how simple it was to access the multiplayer options. On August 27, 2024, the game is scheduled to launch on the Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4.
About This Game
Emerge as an adventurer in a forgotten cavern full of unknown mysteries. Your decisions in this multi-award winning, one-to-eight-player mining sandbox adventure shape an incredible journey. Build your base, gather resources and relics, make sophisticated tools, and explore a constantly changing world that is just waiting to be discovered.
Gain skills, defeat legendary Titans, and unlock the power of the Core. Grow your garden, fish in mysterious waters, master a variety of culinary skills, tend to and raise animals, get to know the Cavelings, and create your unique world in an immersive underground adventure.
Core Keeper 1.0 Release Date
The first playable version of Core Keeper, code-named Pugstorm, is scheduled for release on August 27, 2024. The mining sandbox adventure game will also launch on multiple consoles on the same day, mainly the Xbox Series X/S, PS4/PS5, and Nintendo Switch.
“We can’t thank you enough for joining us on this amazing journey, whether you’re just starting on your underground adventure or you’ve been with us since day one,” said Pugstorm COO Sven Thole in a special message to the game’s community. We can’t wait to show you all the little details we’ve been holding onto and to share with you the full Core Keeper experience shortly.
System Requirements
Minimum:
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- Processor: Intel Core i5-2300 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 460 / Radeon HD 5850
Recommended:
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Radeon R9 280X
New Content & Features
Revamped World Generation: Core Keeper 1.0 presents a brand-new system for the global community. Players can alter World Seed features before map creation. To allow other users to copy or edit their seeds, players can also share them. A few variables that can be altered are ore density, water levels, and biome-spawning patterns.
Player vs. Player: PvP is a much-anticipated feature included in Update 1.0. This time, other players on the same Core Keeper server will not only be killed by unintentional bomb explosions. Players will soon have the option of teaming up to take down common enemy users or competing in a battle royale mode. It is almost time to fight for control of the underworld.
The Passage: Nestled deep within this subterranean realm in Core Keeper 1.0 is a new endgame biome called The Passage. It is not for the faint of heart, though, so players must be well-prepared before entering this new area. Dangers are lurking around every bend in The Passage. You will, however, be rewarded for your bravery and curiosity, especially with the new primordial resource known as Pandorium.
New Combat Styles: Core Keeper Update 1.0 introduces two new combat styles: mage and warlock. Along with new features that remain relevant, these new fighting styles include new weapons, armor, magic, and summoning abilities. Players can also use a newly available Mana resource to cast spell after spells on their opponents.
New Bosses: The most bosses ever dropped will be included in the game’s largest update, Core Keeper Update 1.0. Three hydras named Druidra, Cryodra, and Pydra are encountered in a notable boss encounter. These hydras are symbolic of the natural world, ice, and lava. Thankfully, the extensive patch includes upgrades and new equipment to help players take down these deadly new enemies.
Conclusion
Core Keeper is a popular survival sandbox game that has received praise for its graphics, gameplay, and multi-player functionality. When it officially launches on August 27, 2024, players can expect redesigned world generation, new fighting styles, and intriguing new bosses on a variety of platforms such as the Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PlayStation.