The sky is no longer the limit—it’s the destination. Today, The Wandering Band and Stray Fawn Publishing officially announced that Airborne Empire has left the nest of Early Access and soared into its full 1.0 release on Steam.
Following in the lofty footsteps of the BAFTA-nominated Airborne Kingdom, this sequel takes everything players loved about sky-bound city building and adds a layer of RPG depth and tactical combat that makes the world below (and above) feel more alive than ever.
What’s New in the 1.0 Release?
The jump to version 1.0 isn’t just a label; it brings a wealth of new content to round out the experience. The headline addition is the Kingsfell Biome, a treacherous, snow-covered frontier far to the north.
- The Final Frontier: Explore frozen tundras and liberate ancient cities buried under ice.
- The Pirate Queen: Your journey finally culminates in a dramatic showdown with the leader of the sky pirates.
- Jet Propulsion: Research the new Jet Engine to give your city a much-needed speed boost through hostile skies.
- Expanded Narrative: New quests, characters, and skybound locations have been added to tie the story together.
More Ways to Play
Whether you’re a hardened strategist or a cosy builder, the 1.0 version includes all the varied modes developed during Early Access:
| Mode | Gameplay Style |
| Survival | A high-stakes, 20-stage campaign for those who want a challenge. |
| Pacifist | For players who want to focus on exploration and building without combat. |
| Creative | Unlimited resources to build the floating metropolis of your dreams. |
| Hard Mode | Dial up the difficulty for resources, injuries, and combat encounters. |
Taking Flight with a Discount
To celebrate the launch, Airborne Empire is currently available on Steam with a significant 50% launch discount, bringing the price down to £12.49 / $14.99 for a limited time.
The developers have been incredibly active throughout the Early Access period, and 1.0 feels like the polished, definitive version of a vision that started over a year ago. If you’ve ever wanted to manage the lift, balance, and propulsion of your very own “Dalaran” while fending off sky pirates with Tesla Cannons, now is the time to jump in.
“Today marks the full launch of the game, and we’re incredibly excited to finally share the complete experience with all of you.” — The Wandering Band
Are you ready to reclaim the skies? Head over to the Airborne Empire Steam Page to check out the new 1.0 launch trailer.
Find out more here – https://s.team/a/2438680
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