Core Keeper 1.0 Release Date, Wiki, New Content and More

Core Keeper 1.0 Release Date

Core Keeper’s developer, Pugstorm, announced that the full version of the game (version 1.0) will be released on August 27, 2024. On that same day, the game will also be available on several consoles, including the Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.

Pugstorm COO Sven Thole shared a special message to the game's community - “Whether you’re just starting on your underground adventure or you’ve been with us since day one, we can’t thank you enough for joining us on this amazing journey. We’re thrilled to be bringing you the full Core Keeper experience soon, and we can’t wait for you to find out all the little details we’ve been saving..."

Core Keeper 1.0

Here is a list of all the features and updates added in the game, take a look.

New Content & Features

Core Keeper's developers haven't shared much about the new content and features coming with the full release. However, they have given some hints about what players can expect on launch day, saying it will be the biggest content update yet. One teaser from the Update 1.0 trailer shows a new Dragon/Worm-like boss monster in the wilderness, which looks like a tough enemy to defeat.

Revamped World Generation

In Core Keeper 1.0, the game introduces a new way of creating worlds. Players can now customize different features before making their map, like how much ore is available, the water levels, and how biomes are placed. You can also share your world seeds with others so they can recreate or change them.

The Conclusion to Core Keeper’s Main Story

Version 1.0 will bring the final part of Core Keeper’s main story. You'll discover secrets and uncover the mystery of the strange artifact that brought you to this underground world. Even though the main story ends, Core Keeper is still a sandbox game, so there will be plenty of other activities to enjoy.

Player vs. Player (PvP)

Update 1.0 introduces a long-awaited feature: PvP. Now, players can battle each other directly in a battle royale mode or team up to fight against other players. This adds a new level of excitement as you compete for control of the underground.

The Passage

The Passage is a new endgame area in Core Keeper 1.0. It’s a challenging biome deep underground, filled with dangers at every turn. But if you’re brave enough to explore it, you’ll be rewarded with a new resource called Pandorium.

New Combat Styles

Core Keeper 1.0 adds two new combat styles: Mage and Warlock. These styles come with new armor, weapons, magic, and summoning abilities. You’ll also have a new Mana resource to help you cast spells in battles.

New Bosses

The update will also bring more new bosses than ever before. One exciting boss fight includes three hydras named Druidra, Cryodra, and Pydra, which represent nature, ice, and lava. Luckily, there will be new equipment and upgrades to help you defeat these tough enemies.

Additional Waypoints

With Update 1.0, traveling between biomes becomes easier and faster thanks to a new waypoint system. This will save you time and make exploring the underground more enjoyable.

New Pets

The pet system, introduced in the Paws & Claws Update, will expand with two new pets: the Pheromoth and Snugglygrade. Now, you can have even more cute companions on your adventure.

Core Keeper Wiki

Core Keeper is a survival sandbox game made by Pugstorm. It’s currently in early access. In the game, you can mine, craft, farm, and explore in a randomly generated underground world, similar to Minecraft, Terraria, and Stardew Valley. It first became available on Steam on March 8, 2022, and has been praised for its gameplay, art, tone, and easy multiplayer. The game will officially release on Windows, Linux, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S on August 27, 2024, and on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One on September 17, 2024.

Core Keeper Gameplay

Core Keeper is a top-down sandbox game focused on survival and crafting, like Minecraft and Terraria. You can play alone or with up to eight players. Players can also host their own servers for others to join, with a maximum of eight players.

The game starts with a cutscene that explains your character’s backstory before putting you in a randomly generated network of caverns. All players begin in the same Core chamber, which has the same starting enemies and resources. There are also three devices in this area representing bosses you can find and defeat. The starting area is dark but can be lit up with torches or a lantern. Torches are made from wood, the first resource you find.