Exciting news for fans of city-building games: the early access title Thrive: Heavy Lies the Crown has announced its official release date! According to a newly unveiled trailer during the FGS Live event in Los Angeles, developer Zugalu Entertainment will officially launch the game on June 18, 2025, following about seven months in Steam Early Access.
You can wishlist or play Thrive: Heavy Lies the Crown on Steam now. Throughout its early access period, the game has received positive reviews, and the trailer indicates an upward trajectory for its development.
As the ruler of the kingdom of Nysamor, you have the opportunity to choose your destiny: will you build a prosperous and compassionate city or lead with an iron fist as a tyrant? Regardless of your choice, formidable challenges await you, particularly from the enigmatic and beast-like Waelgrim, who will test your leadership as they attempt to undermine your reign.
Engaging in warfare can be costly, so even if you utilize the game’s real-time strategy elements and enjoy up to four-player combat, it’s wise to stay vigilant. The realm of Nysamor can be treacherous, presenting dangers even for the most capable leaders.
Thrive: Heavy Lies the Crown is currently available for PC via Steam in early access. For further updates on the Future Games Show, feel free to check our official Steam page.