The King is Watching
News, coverage and analysis tracking The King is Watching across the outlets.
Griffin Gaming Partners invests in TinyBuildVenture capital firm Griffin Gaming Partners has acquired a 3.24% equity stake in the developer and publisher TinyBuild. The investment highlights TinyBuild's focus on building its own intellectual property and sustainable franchises. TinyBuild's share price increased by 5% following the announcement.
Usher Blistering Treaties in The King is Watching’s ‘Shifting Sands’ Update, Available NowThe roguelite kingdom builder The King is Watching has received its 'Shifting Sands' update, adding new desert maps, enemies like the Monkey King and Matriarch of Dragons, and a new Fennec race. The update introduces a Free Reign mode with over 40 Danger Modifiers for customizable challenges and rewards, alongside a reworked Endless Mode and an improved tutorial. The update is available now for free on PC via Steam.
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.- TINYBUILD’S CHAOTIC PARTY-RACER SPEEDRUNNERS 2: KING OF SPEED LAUNCHES THIS JULY ON PC & CONSOLEStinyBuild and Fair Play Labs announced that SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed will launch in July on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The game will also be available on Day One with Xbox Game Pass for PC and consoles. This sequel to the 2013 indie hit features up to eight-player online and local races with new mechanics and vibrant graphics.
- 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.
- Joystick Jazz: The Blueshift Big Band Plays Iconic Video Game Hits (BONUS LEVEL) Vinyl iam8bit Drop Liveiam8bit has released the "Joystick Jazz: The Blueshift Big Band Plays Iconic Video Game Hits (BONUS LEVEL)" vinyl, featuring reimagined tracks from Final Fantasy, Pokémon, DuckTales, and Sonic the Hedgehog. The album, which includes four new songs and artwork by Mark Borgions, is available for $31.99. The Jazz Green edition of the band's first album has also been restocked.
- 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.
- Next-Gen Rhythm Game Sound System Launching October 16Echo Foundry Interactive's new rhythm game, Sound System, is launching for PC via Steam Early Access on October 16. The game features intense gameplay, built-in creator tools, and community features, supporting various controllers and modes including split-screen co-op and competitive battles. The article also briefly mentions DLC and new content for other games like The King is Watching, Honkai: Star Rail, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War!, and Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
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.
- Giyu Tomioka (Infinity Castle) Joining Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2Giyu Tomioka, featured in the Infinity Castle film, is the latest addition to the roster of Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The article also briefly mentions the reveals of Delphinium, DRACAMAR, a new character for Angry Birds 2, The King is Watching DLC, War on Wheels, and Coolie Ranx as a guest of honor at Fire & Ice RGX 2026.
- 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 16Hypnohead Studio and tinyBuild announced that the Crowns of History DLC for The King is Watching will be released on PC via Steam on March 16, 2026. This expansion introduces historical monarchs like Queen Cleopatra, Taizong of Tang, and Xerxes, offering new gameplay mechanics and units.
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.- The King is Watching DLC ‘Crowns of History’ launches March 16The roguelite strategy game The King is Watching will receive a new downloadable content pack titled 'Crowns of History' on March 16. This expansion adds new content to the base game.
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.