Greetings, colony caretakers! We’re excited to share the latest developments for [i]Empires of the Undergrowth[/i], including updates introduced in the optional beta for custom games. This update brings the highly anticipated Custom Colonies feature, enabling players to create unique colonies combining unit types in new ways. Additionally, [i]Empires of the Undergrowth[/i] is part of the Hooded Horse November Publisher Sale, offering 50% off until November 23rd. See other Hooded Horse games in our publisher sale. [url=https://store.steampowered.com/developer/HoodedHorse/sale/novembersale2024 style=button]Hooded Horse November Publisher Sale 2024[/url] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/28521019/56bab5a6fcce594fdc44257e78641374ae782c25.png[/img] [h3][b]Recent Highlights: Custom Colonies Beta[/b][/h3] The optional beta introduces the [b]Custom Colonies[/b] feature, allowing players to mix and match different ant and termite units to create their dream colony. This new system provides a fresh layer of strategy and creativity, enabling colonies to adopt unique feeding habits and abilities based on their chosen queen. While some combinations are restricted for technical reasons, most options are available. Alongside Custom Colonies, several gameplay adjustments and fixes have been implemented: [list] [*][b]Balance Adjustments[/b]: Updates to lignocellulose nodes, termite spawn rates, and unit abilities refine the strategic flow of custom games. [*][b]Fixes and Improvements[/b]: Lighting corrections, texture fixes, and updates to underground levels enhance the overall experience. [/list][h3][b]Learn More[/b][/h3] As a reminder, Empires of the Undergrowth is part of the Hooded Horse November Publisher Sale at 50% off until November 23rd. We look forward to hearing your thoughts on the optional beta. Join the conversation in our forums or on Discord, and let us know your feedback! https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/463530/view/6706514098924945207?l=english