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  • Saddle Up, Explorers! Core Keeper Hits 6 Million Players and Unveils Massive Free Update ‘Riders of the Underground’

    Saddle Up, Explorers! Core Keeper Hits 6 Million Players and Unveils Massive Free Update ‘Riders of the Underground’

    It is time to dust off your pickaxes, polish your armour, and get ready for a brand-new way to navigate the deep, dark subterranean depths. Pugstorm and Fireshine Games have officially announced Riders of the Underground, a huge new free content update for their hit mining adventure, Core Keeper.

    Launching on September 21 across PC and consoles, this massive update promises to completely revolutionise how players explore, fight, and survive in the game’s rich, underground world.

    Saddle Up for a Whole New Adventure

    The headline feature of the upcoming Riders of the Underground update is the highly anticipated addition of mounts and rideable creatures. Players will finally be able to leap into the saddle and traverse the treacherous, sprawling caverns faster than ever before. Whether you are trekking through winding caves, fleeing dangerous boss encounters, or hauling back rare loot to your base, mounting up will add a fast-paced, exciting layer to your underground journeys.

    Alongside rideable companions, the update is set to deliver a treasure trove of fresh content:

    • New Mounts & Companions: Tame and ride unique subterranean beasts built to handle the subterranean terrain.
    • Expanded Biomes & Content: Discover new, uncharted areas filled with fresh resources, crafting materials, and secrets to unearth.
    • Formidable Enemies & Bosses: Test your gear and combat skills against terrifying new threats lurking in the dark.
    • QoL Improvements & Gear: Enjoy new weapons, armour sets, and quality-of-life enhancements designed to elevate both solo and co-op play.

    Best of all? The Riders of the Underground expansion is 100% free for all existing owners of the game across all platforms.

    A Subterranean Sensation: 6 Million Players Strong!

    The announcement of the new update comes alongside another monumental milestone: Core Keeper has officially passed 6 million players worldwide! Since its early success, Core Keeper has captured the hearts of adventure fans by blending the best elements of sandbox crafting, base building, farming, and action-RPG boss battles. Reaching 6 million players is a testament to Pugstorm’s dedicated post-launch support and the amazingly vibrant, passionate gaming community that continues to grow with every update.

    Mark Your Calendars

    Whether you’re a seasoned cave explorer with a fully fortified underground sanctuary or a newcomer looking to jump into one of indie gaming’s biggest success stories, there has never been a better time to dive in.

    Get your gear ready, call up your co-op crew, and prepare to ride out when Core Keeper: Riders of the Underground lands on September 21 for PC and consoles.

    Find out more here

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  • Digging Into Magic: Assemble Entertainment and Half Soup Labs Announce Glintseeker Island

    Digging Into Magic: Assemble Entertainment and Half Soup Labs Announce Glintseeker Island

    Grab your pickaxe and prepare your backpack—there’s a new mystery waiting just beneath the surface. Assemble Entertainment has officially partnered with the indie visionaries at Half Soup Labs to bring you Glintseeker Island, a cosy mining adventure that blends nostalgic exploration with deep, strategic gameplay.

    If you’ve ever lost hours to the mines of Stardew Valley or felt the thrill of uncovering fossils in the Pokémon Diamond & Pearl Underground, Glintseeker Island is the game you’ve been dreaming of.

    A Mining Adventure with Heart (and Hammers)

    In Glintseeker Island, you play as a “Glintseeker,” an orphan explorer determined to uncover the secrets of a changing island. But this isn’t just about swinging a pickaxe until a rock breaks; it’s about strategic excavation.

    As you descend into procedurally generated caves, you’ll encounter a unique mining minigame. Each hit with your hammer reveals layers of rock, but be careful—the walls have a limited stability. One wrong move and the ceiling could come crashing down, burying your treasures before you can haul them to the surface.

    Key Gameplay Features:

    • The Power of the Hammer: Your tools are your lifeline. Start with a basic pickaxe and unlock specialised tools like the Magnet Hammer to navigate biomes and solve puzzles.
    • Inventory Tetris: Bringing loot home is a puzzle of its own! You’ll need to manage a tile-based inventory system, carefully arranging artefacts and gemstones to fit as much as possible into your backpack.
    • Bosses and Biomes: Every 10 floors, you’ll face formidable bosses and ancient guardians. From lush underground forests to mysterious flooded biomes, each area offers new threats and even better rewards.
    • Village Restoration: Your journey isn’t just for profit. Use your finds to help the local blacksmith, trade with merchants, and complete quests to restore the island’s village to its former glory.
    • The Ultimate Question: Yes, you can pet the shadow dog.

    Why We’re Excited

    Assemble Entertainment has a long history of championing indie titles with unique souls, and Glintseeker Island is no exception. Half Soup Labs has crafted a world that feels both relaxing and rewarding, striking that perfect “cosy-but-engaging” balance.

    “We wanted to take the mining mechanics people love and turn them into a full-fledged adventure,” says the team at Half Soup Labs. “It’s about the curiosity of what’s behind the next wall and the satisfaction of bringing a heavy bag of treasure back to the village.”

    Join the Playtest!

    Can’t wait until the full release in 2027? You’re in luck. Alongside the announcement, a Steam Playtest is now live! You can jump into the caves today, test out the initial biomes, and help the developers shape the future of the island.

    Ready to start your descent? Add Glintseeker Island to your Steam Wishlist today and keep an eye out for more devlogs as we get closer to launch!

    Find out more here – https://halfsouplabs.com/

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