It’s been a wild few weeks behind the scenes — And we finally did it.

We unleashed our new playable build to our handpicked group of testers. Around 150 testers from our Discord and friends & family entered The Ottoman Harem in disguise.

Why so few testers? Simple: We wanted experienced developers & testers to share their ideas & judge our build before we go public testing and to make sure Concubine’s spark was real. It was🔥

The feedback of our community proved Concubine is what we want her to be - Deeper, bolder & more seductive than her predecessors.

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We dropped two big patches right after the test build — but don’t worry, you won’t find dry devlog talk here.

What you will find is:

• Enemies now strike back harder
  
• Camera now follows action & drama from a better PoV
  
• The game world has expanded

Be warned, if you’re not prepared, new AI will make you bleed & want to bleed more.

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You asked for more character presets, more variety, more beauty.

So, incoming in next patches:

• More body shapes, facial features, skin tones, and hair
  
• Sexy, stylized sliders to fine-tune your Concubine
  
• One-click preset saves — And a one-click button to share them on Discord

Now that our NDA is lifted, we encourage our testers to share their Concubines & companions anywhere they like - The seductive enchantresses like to be seen.

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• Topkapi Palace is being remade - We have expanded The Palace to almost its real life size & added more rooms to decorate for your concubines & companions
  
• Protectors Cellar is getting a new vendor - The Beastmaster, the one who trades beast companions & stores them for you is about to take his post.
  
• Random Instances - Three new areas with more evil & loot.
  
• We hear a much stronger undead Byzantion Warlord is hammering the gates of Caravansarai.
  
• Haunting whispers are rising from Byzantion Crypts under the Hippodrome - An unspoken evil stirs the catacombs.
  
• Armor, costume & weapons sets are being added - We all want more! Make sure to let us know what kind of armor, costumes & weapons you want, and we’ll try our best to add them to our collection.

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We’re looking for a Community Builder / Manager
We’re looking for experienced Modders
We’re looking for design & development ideas - Gamers know best.

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Come join us at our Discord & wishlists and let’s build the most seductive & dangerous dark fantasy ARPG together.

May you survive The Harem…

Saving a biome and uncovering its secrets isn’t an easy task — but in Gaucho and the Grassland, every mission gets you one step closer. To make your journey clearer, here’s what each icon in the game means:

🔸 New Mission: Look for the yellow question mark icon. It means a new challenge awaits you!

🔸 Ongoing Mission: The gray exclamation mark shows that you’ve already accepted that task, but there’s still work to be done.

🔸 Mission Ready to Complete or Continue: The yellow exclamation mark means it’s time to talk to the related character and move forward.



In addition, several icons help you identify NPCs and useful functions in your daily life as a guardian of the grasslands:

🐕Dog: Take on treasure hunt missions with a special reward — new styles and skins for your loyal canine companion!

🐎Horse: Look for the horseshoe icon on the map to find horseback racing challenges and unlock unique new looks for your trusty steed.

🔧Architect: Essential for upgrading your farm and expanding your possibilities.

🔄Trade: Merchants ready to barter important items for your journey.



And keep an eye out for the flag icon — this special marker represents main story missions, the ones that drive the narrative forward and reveal key discoveries about the game’s world.

So grab your chimarrão and stay alert: each icon is an invitation to explore, care, and protect. The grasslands need you!

And don't forget to join our community on Discord

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Demo Patch #1 has been pushed live again. Please restart and update your games to get the latest changes.

Previous patch notes here

Wielding a balalaika and the weight of a thousand tales, The Storyteller is an onion bard from distant lands, a mentor to both Champ and Catuldron, and a legend in his own right. With every strum, he weaves battles into ballads. His songs can stir the soul, lift spirits, or strike down foes from afar.

Wise. Witty. A layered personality. Catch The Storyteller with his fellow adventurers when the Whimsical Heroes demo hits Steam Next Fest on June 9!

ZT gives up outer positions right from the start, meeting BOD head-on at Gate C for the opening clash. With sharp unit composition and split tactics, ZT fends off BOD’s first assault. A miscalculated trebuchet strike from BOD hurts their own units, and their damaged second wave at Point C gets isolated and crushed by ZT. With all their forces spent, BOD can’t recover—ZT takes the opener!
BOD sets up a solid defense at Point C, but ZT takes some artillery fire and shrugs it off. Gathering their forces at the central gate, ZT launches a quick and furious assault on C. Their cavalry swings in from behind, smashing BOD’s ranged units and punching holes in the defense. With C in hand and their unit-count advantage established, ZT ramps up the pressure. Another clash erupts at the broken wall—ZT storms through, blocks BOD’s backup on the stairs to Base, and secures another swift win.
BOD rolls out with an all-cavalry lineup, picking off isolated ZT units early with hit-and-run tactics. But dragging the fight out costs them dearly. At the main gate, BOD can’t regroup effectively, and ZT picks them apart one by one. With no defenders left in the Base, ZT sweeps in for the finish. ZT closes it out 3-0—a flawless advance to the next stage!
 
 
PAE charges in with a full-on assault at A, putting Siphonarioi at the core for heavy damage, backed by Schutzdieners for support. They brawl in the tunnel, cavalry stirring up chaos, and after wiping out the defenders, PAE secures a unit advantage. Spotting TWT regrouping at the C resupply point, PAE launches a surprise strike on the main base, flips the tables, and locks down reinforcements with their trebuchet, quickly wrapping up the first win.
TWT rushes straight for B, but gets bottlenecked in the corridor where PAE and Siphonarioi’s fire stop their push cold, earning a solid unit-count lead. TWT swaps to A and makes progress, but can’t hold out as PAE keeps pouring in reinforcements. TWT's last-ditch rush grabs the front yard at A, but PAE breaks through with a fierce counter, cleaning up weakened units and taking another round.
PAE’s slow breach at broken bridge gives TWT time to swing through the walled keep and threaten B. PAE holds back just enough at the broken wall to chip away at TWT’s frontline, taking out several units in the rubble. TWT’s mobile teams swoop in to capture C, then battle it out in the Base. Even with a unit advantage, PAE can’t hold—TWT’s precise dueling chops whittle down the heroes and snatch a point back.
PAE pulls TWT into multiple skirmishes out front at C, then rallies for a full-force Brace units to shatter the defense and seize the point. The tug-of-war moves to the Base flag; after PAE seizes the supply, they barrel straight for the finale. Perfect unit counterplay and an iron teamwork push lets PAE storm the Base, sealing up the 3-1 series win!

Hey Zodiac Challengers,

With a few Steam events happening this month and new folks discovering 13Z for the first time, we figured… why not open the gates one more time?

To join the playtest, click “Request Access” on the Steam page.
We’ll be letting in a limited number of playtesters in waves depending on the playtest feedback we need. Keep an eye on this post and our Discord: we’ll let you know when new slots open up, and how many we're letting in each time.

We’re also setting up key drops via Discord as a more transparent way to get in. Once that system is live, we’ll post in #playtest-drop-hub whenever keys are available. First come, first served and will only be available to Lv 1 members.

Truth is, we’ve already branched into a different internal build based on all your feedback (catch the recap here - you guys crushed it).
https://steamcommunity.com/games/2348250/announcements/detail/523092014040875121

This version is the original Playtest 2. No new features, but all the elemental chaos, Monkey's lame jokes, and stylish smackdowns are still intact.

Whether you missed it before or just want another run, here’s your shot to dive back in.



Have fun. Break stuff. Tell us what still sucks.
We’ll be back with something new (hopefully, soon).
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Crafted with love,
Mixed Realms Team

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• 皇帝新生子名字在改名后可以在密报中正确显示了。
  
• 彻查确凿界面跳转角色信息界面时，隐藏操作界面。
  
• 新增一条事件视频。
  
• 更新部分引导的UI美术资源。

Ahoy, Sailors – the new Beacon Patrol Demo is here! 🚢⚓

The updated demo has just docked, and it brings a boatload of improvements with it! This isn’t just a small patch — it’s a big step forward that gives you a much clearer and more polished taste of the full Beacon Patrol experience.

And before we forget: We’ve also got new crew on board! We’re thrilled to share that we’ve teamed up with the capable landsmen at Assemble Entertainment, who are now supporting us on the publishing side of things for Beacon Patrol! They’ll be helping us spread the word across the seven seas — and beyond. Welcome aboard, Assemble! ⚓

Now, back to you! We want to give a heartfelt thank you to everyone who played the previous demo and First Horizons. Your feedback was incredibly valuable and helped shape many of the changes you’ll find in this update.

Here's what’s new:

• 🗺️ New Localizations – Added additional language support for the demo
  
• 🆕 Updated Tutorial – No more rule sheets! A step-by-step system now guides you through the game.
  
• 🌊 Exploration Mode – A digitally exclusive mode with progression, unlockables, and cozy missions.
  
• 💾 Auto-Save System – Your patrols are now saved at the start of each turn.
  
• 🎧 Audio Overhaul – Enjoy new music and a host of cozy sound effects.
  
• 🎮 Better Gamepad Support – Redesigned controls for intuitive play on Steam Deck and beyond.
  
• 🔍 Custom Zoom Options – Adjust direction and sensitivity to your liking.
  
• 🛠️ Improved UX + Bug Fixes – Smoother than ever.

The new demo acts as a “lite” version of the full game’s Exploration Mode, giving you a limited—but meaningful—slice of what’s to come.

So hop back in, set sail, and explore everything the updated demo has to offer!





It’s always a good thing to be multilingual when you’re out on the wild waters.

The demo officially supports the following languages:

• ✅ English
  
• ✅ German
  
• ✅ Japanese
  
• ✅ Simplified Chinese
  
• ✅ Turkish
  
• ✅ Russian

Note: This doesn’t mean we won’t add more languages in the future. We’re constantly evaluating new options as we sail toward release. Stay tuned!



No more overwhelming rule sheet at the start!

We now have a step-by-step tutorial system to guide you through the basics. Forgot something? No worries—you can revisit any part of the tutorial via the pause menu.




Our new digitally exclusive Exploration Mode lets you unlock new ships, abilities, tiles, and cosmetics by completing missions.

Don’t worry: the board game mode is still there and fully accessible. Exploration Mode is just a new way to play!





Check out all unlockable content and cosmetics in the new Treasury menu! You can preview unlocked items and see how to unlock the rest. Most of them unlock naturally just by playing—no backflips required.





You asked for it, we delivered: The game now does an autosave at the beginning of every turn, and you have three save slots available per game mode.

Just pause and return to the main menu—or close the game—your progress will be safe.





There’s too much to list, but here’s a taste:

• Tons of cozy new sound effects
  
• New music for menus
  
• Smooth transitions between menus and gameplay

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We’ve completely reworked gamepad controls and UI. No more switching between movement and placement modes—it's now seamless and intuitive!

Feel free to test it out!

Supported controllers:

• Xbox Series X
  
• Xbox One
  
• DualShock 4 (PS4)
  
• DualSense (PS5)
  
• Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
  
• Steam Deck

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That’s all for now!

We’re incredibly excited for you to dive into the new demo and see all the changes for yourself. It’s been a joy bringing this cozy new slice of Beacon Patrol to life!

Until next time—stay safe on the seas and keep patrolling. 🧭✨

Greetings, Warlords!

We will conduct maintenance updates during the following time: APAC: June 5, 14:00-17:00 (UTC+8). EU/AMS: June 5, 7:00-10:00 (UTC+1). The maintenance is expected to last for 3 hours. After the maintenance, we will distribute Bronze Coins *8000, Honor *300, and Unit Medal *15 as compensation. Warlords, please arrange your playtime accordingly.
The update will contain the following:
 
Introduction:
Preorders for the all-new Season Battle Pass will start after maintenance on June 5. Warlords can go to the Store via [C] to purchase the Season Battle Pass Preorder Pack.
Preordering the Season Battle Pass grants extra rewards including Treatise, Nobility XP, and more. You'll also unlock all [Victory Pass] content and get early access to the new 3-star Season Unit — empowering your journey in the new season!
Event Time:
June 5th (After maintenance) - June 19th (Before maintenance)

Details:
Preorder [Dynasty Awakening] Season Battle Pass and complete [Victory Pass] challenges to receive 2 Challenge Tokens for the 3-star Season Unit. After the new season begins on June 19, you can directly unlock and obtain the new 3-star Season Unit.
Introduction：
Warlords can participate in the [Victory Pass] event via [O] – [Activities].
During the event, some [Victory Pass] rewards can be unlocked for free. If you preorder the new Season Battle Pass, you can unlock all [Victory Pass] rewards.
During the event, completing [Victory Quests] will get XP to level up your [Victory Pass] — the higher the level, the better the rewards.
New [Victory Quests] will unlock daily at 00:00, and all quests can be completed anytime during the event period.
Event Time:
  June 5th (After maintenance) - June 19th (Before maintenance)
Introduction:
Access:
  Participate in the mode directly through [J] - [Onslaught]. You can also switch between "Challenge Mode" and "Endless Mode" there.
Details:
  [Onslaught] is available for a limited time. [Hwarang], [Tiger Fists], and [Silla Guards] are joining the battlefield. New [Tactics] are introduced, [Trait] effects fully updated, and several new battle scenarios have been added for a more challenging experience.
Gameplay Introduction：
Battle Rules:
   (1) Bring a unit that can be operated by heroes to participate in the battle.
   (2) The battle is divided into multiple rounds, each round consisting of a [Deployment Phase] and a [Battle Phase].
   (3) At the start of the [Deployment Phase], all units and hero's statuses are reset (fully restored), and a certain amount of leadership are provided as funds. During the [Deployment Phase], players can consume leadership to deploy or upgrade units. The [Battle Phase] begins once deployment is complete.
   (4) During the [Battle Phase], if one side's units are entirely defeated, that round ends and the next round's [Deployment Phase] begins.
  Victory Conditions:
    Both sides have a certain amount of [Morale]. At the end of each round, the losing side will have their [Morale] deducted. If the enemy's [Morale] reach zero, the player wins the game. Conversely, if the player's [Morale] reaches zero, the game is lost.
  Talent System:
    Complete an Onslaught battle to earn [Talent Points]. Spend [Talent Points] to unlock new abilities that aid in completing the game.
  Trait System:
    Units deployed during the [Deployment Phase] carry several [Traits]. When enough units with the same [Trait] are on the field, the [Trait] effect is triggered.
  Tactics System:
    Unlock tactics in the talent system. After unlocking tactics, there will be an opportunity to choose a tactic at the start of specific rounds' deployment phases. Tactics have powerful effects that can enhance your overall strength.
  Economy System:
    There is a maximum limit on the number of units that can be deployed on our side, which increases with the number of rounds.
Rewards Preview:
Earn [Onslaught Points] after each round of Onslaught based on your result and rounds reached.
Accumulate [Onslaught Points] to receive milestone rewards, including Pure Wisdom, Treatise, Epic Hero Schematic Crate, and other valuable items.
Leaderboard Introduction:
How to Participate:
  Compete for the highest score in [Endless Mode]; your highest single score will automatically enter the leaderboard.
Leaderboard Rules:
  Scores in [Endless Mode] of Onslaught count toward the leaderboard.
  In [Endless Mode], scores are calculated each round based on unit losses for both sides. The highest score you achieve will be used for leaderboard ranking (for equal scores, the player who reached it first ranks higher).
Leaderboard Rewards:
  When the event ends, leaderboard players will receive valuable rewards based on rank, including exclusive Title, Frame, Epic Hero Schematic Crate, Treatise, and more.
Event Time:
[Challenge Mode] and [Endless Mode] will be open all day after maintenance on June 5 and will close before maintenance on June 19.
After maintenance on June 19, the event page remains open until maintenance on June 26 for you to claim rewards with the points earned.

 
Event Details:
The new season and new server reservation will soon open in an official website reservation format. Warlords who successfully reserve and create a character on the new server before 00:00 on June 26 will receive generous rewards via mail after the maintenance on June 26. Exclusive permanent hero attire "Diadochi Attire" and permanent epic title are included!
Event Time:
Reservation Period: June 6, 12:00 – June 19, 00:00(UTC+8).
New Server Reservation Character Creation Open Until: June 26, 00:00(UTC+8).

 
  New Season Server Transfer Reservation:
    After maintenance, reservation for Season server transfer will be available. After successfully applying for server transfer, you can log in directly to the target server after new Season Maintenance. Server transfer applications will remain open until the new Season Maintenance. For detailed server transfer information, please refer to subsequent transfer notices.
    Server Merge Notice:
    After new Season maintenance, some servers ([Lionforge Fjord] and [Lakonía]), ([Aurora Ridge] and [Hades Gate]), will be merged. Detailed information on server merges will be provided in upcoming merge announcements.
 
Fixed an issue where the [Ironcap Archers]'s Skill [Arrow Rain] may not display after interacting with supply points.
Fixed an issue where the attack range of [Symmachean Stalwarts]'s [Brace] was abnormal.

Fixed an issue where the damage reduction description of [Symmachean Stalwarts]'s [Brace] was incorrect. The correct damage reduction is 30%.
Optimized the detailed description of Banner Guards' [Plant the Banner]: After using the skill, the unit will plant a banner in place for 15s. While the banner is present, all allied units within range gain 50% defense against all damage types. The banner can be picked up by the Hero controlling this unit; when picked up, weapon skills will be replaced with the exclusive banner skill set.
Fixed a pathfinding issue in the [Harbour City] Siege Battle map that caused units to overlap.
Fixed an abnormal floating pathfinding issue in the [Sun City] Siege Battle map.
Fixed an issue where the in-game language setting did not function correctly in certain cases. After the update, if the language option has not been changed in-game, the game will use the launcher's language setting. If the language has been changed in-game, the display language will follow the in-game setting.
Fixed an issue in the All or Nothing map where the icon state was not correctly displayed for Units with Mastery.
Optimized the Season-Exclusive Doctrines expiration notice. After expiry, you will receive a reminder via in-game mail.

I was made to serve you!

Your personal android A.V.A. is waiting for you in the new Awakening event! This is your only chance to claim this mystic Asteria, along with the sizzling beauties Ripley and Galatea, whose fame echoes across all of Castelia.

Complete quests, defeat rivals, conquer maidens, and earn the maidens of Everlusting Life! Don’t forget — the event lasts only one week, so don’t miss your chance. But beware, after the end of the event, all Awakening coin will turn into gold. Make the most of them while the event is on!

Good luck!