Adventurers, brace yourselves for a thrilling new challenge as you face off against the most spine-chilling and creepy bosses yet: Nimruza, the Queen of the Burrowed Sands, in Core Keeper’s latest free content update, Bags & Blasts. For those who haven’t yet dived into this underground saga, Core Keeper is a sandbox adventure game that offers a fantastical experience for both solo players and groups of 2 to 8 friends online. The game is available now on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and even through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass!
### Nimruza – Queen of the Burrowed Sands
Long before the Caveling empires emerged, cicadas ruled the Underground, harmonizing with the natural rhythms and earning them the revered title of “keepers of time.” However, as the empires expanded, fierce territorial conflicts ignited a devastating war. Today, the cicada husks and ruined Caveling settlements you stumble upon serve as haunting reminders of a battle that nearly erased both species.
At the heart of this ancient conflict is Nimruza, a once-majestic cicada queen whose brood dominated the deep deserts. Her fate took a dark turn when a parasite invaded her body, turning her into a formidable foe driven by malevolent forces. As you delve deeper into the latest Core Keeper update, Nimruza’s ominous presence expands the rich lore of the Cicada-Caveling War, adding new layers to your adventure.
Nimruza’s entrance isn’t just another boss battle; it signifies a major turning point in Core Keeper’s universe. Her conception began with the vision of a massive cicada queen, naturally evolving from the cicada husks you’ve encountered during your journey.
### Designing Nimruza
The talented developers at Pugstorm invested significant effort into making Nimruza stand out among Core Keeper’s formidable foes. Her design, a corrupted entity twisted into something dark and intimidating, is mirrored in her attack patterns. Prepare yourself for a challenging and regimented combat experience—her mechanical attacks showcase the loss of her natural instincts, transforming her into an engine of destruction.
### Exploring the Oasis
With the Bags & Blasts free update, you’re invited to explore the Oasis, a new sub-biome tucked away in the Desert of Beginnings. Here, you’ll face Nimruza and her minions, fending off cicada hordes while dodging her relentless assaults. Your ultimate goal? To quell this towering menace in one of the most epic boss fights Core Keeper has ever offered.
While traversing the Oasis, keep your eyes peeled for the charming Drohmble, a camel-like creature roaming the lush plains. Careful ranching of these creatures might yield a valuable, albeit pungent, resource essential for crafting exciting new weaponry.
### Explosive New Skills & Weapons
Yes, you heard it correctly—new weapons are making their way into the game! The Bags & Blasts update is set to supercharge your gameplay with an all-new Explosives skill tree, adding explosive power to your strategy. Launch grenades at distant foes, and discover new bomb variants like the vacuuming Void Bomb and the devastating Blunder Bomb to carve new paths and develop creative tactics to triumph over Core Keeper’s fiercest adversaries.
### Play it on Game Pass
Over 4 million players have embarked on their journey within Core Keeper, alone or with friends. We’ve been thrilled by the overwhelming response and wish to extend a massive thank you to every explorer who has joined us so far.
For anyone yet to embark on this underground adventure or eager to return and face Nimruza in her colossal new battle, remember: Core Keeper is readily available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and via Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. So, what are you waiting for? Dive into the depths and uncover the mysteries that await!
