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Review – The King Is Watching: Crowns of History DLC (PC)The Crowns of History DLC for the roguelite kingdom builder The King Is Watching introduces three new rulers: Cleopatra, Tang Taizong, and Xerxes. While Cleopatra and Tang Taizong offer engaging and distinct playstyles, Xerxes's fragile army and limited gaze area make him less enjoyable. Overall, the DLC is considered a worthwhile purchase for the strength of its two main additions.- Sonic the Hedgehog Presents: The Chaotix Casefiles Final Episode LiveThe final episode of the narrative podcast "Sonic the Hedgehog Presents: The Chaotix Casefiles" has been released by SEGA and Realm. The mystery-driven audio drama, which features voice talent like Roger Craig Smith and Matthew Mercer, has garnered nearly two million downloads since its January launch. The article also briefly mentions updates and releases for other games including Palia, TAMASHIKA, Shape of Dreams, Sound System, and The King is Watching.
- The King is Watching: Crowns of History ReleasedThe roguelite kingdom builder The King is Watching has received new DLC titled Crowns of History, now available on PC via Steam. Developed by Hypnohead and published by tinyBuild, this expansion introduces three new historical leaders: Cleopatra and Taizong, among others.
- Co-Op Action Roguelite Shape of Dreams Receives Version 1.2 UpdateShape of Dreams has received its 1.2 update, introducing new skins, the "Omen of Pain, Corrupted Chaos" event with new challenges and rewards, and additional shrines, cosmetics, and constellations. The co-op action roguelite is available on PC via Steam, with NEOWIZ offering discounts on other titles during the Steam Spring Sale.
The King is Watching Crowns of History DLC Now AvailableThe roguelite kingdom builder The King is Watching has received its Crowns of History DLC, adding three new rulers: Cleopatra, Taizong of Tang, and Xerxes, each with unique mechanics. Alongside the DLC, a free Dark Realm update introduces a new map and improvements. The game is available on PC via Steam.- NAKWON: LAST PARADISE Closed Alpha Test LiveNEXON's multiplayer zombie survival game, NAKWON: LAST PARADISE, is currently holding a Closed Alpha Test until March 15. Players can experience nighttime survival in Seoul and daytime shelter management, with access requests and wishlisting available on Steam. The article also briefly mentions new content for Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2, the reveal of Delphinium, the launch of DRACAMAR, a new character for Angry Birds 2, DLC for The King is Watching, and the unveiling of War on Wheels.
- The King is Watching Crowns of History DLC Launching March 16Hypnohead and tinyBuild announced that the roguelite kingdom builder The King is Watching will receive its Crowns of History DLC on March 16 for PC via Steam. The DLC introduces three historical visionaries, Taizong of Tang, Xerxes, and Queen Cleopatrea, offering new gameplay mechanics and strategic options for players. The developer highlighted the game's success, reaching 500,000 sales since its launch.
Legendary Rulers Lend their Might in The King is Watching’s Crowns of History DLC Coronating on March 16The King is Watching, a roguelite kingdom builder from Hypnohead and tinyBuild, will release its first DLC, Crowns of History, on Steam on March 16, 2026. The expansion allows players to control historical monarchs like Queen Cleopatra, Taizong of Tang, and Xerxes, each with unique abilities. The base game has sold over 500,000 copies.
How Steam changes and a China strategy helped TinyBuild's The King is Watching hit 500k salesTinyBuild's roguelite kingdom builder, The King is Watching, has sold over 500,000 copies, with significant success attributed to a strategic pivot to the roguelite genre and a focused China strategy. Publisher CEO Alex Nichiporchik highlighted Steam's evolving recommendation system and the importance of localization in reaching a broad audience, particularly in China where over 30% of sales originated.