Exclusive Peek: New Screenshots from the Cozy City Builder ‘Overthrown’

As the gaming world eagerly anticipates Overthrown’s open early access, fresh gameplay images have emerged, offering a hint of what’s in store. This cozy city builder is poised to roll out on Xbox Series X/S and PC come December 5, with its PC Game Pass and XGP Ultimate memberships providing immediate access. An Overthrown PS5 release is also on the cards, slated to arrive post the early access period of about a year.

Game Rant gives us an exclusive peek at Overthrown, a city-building game decked out with extensive co-op features and intriguing genre innovations. Set to launch on both PC and Xbox consoles in early December 2024, Overthrown marks the latest creation from indie powerhouse Brimstone, known for their previous hits like Lance A Lot and Banzai Royale. Come December 5, fans can dive into its early access via Steam and Xbox Game Preview.

Maximum Entertainment, the game’s publisher, has unveiled brand-new screenshots for Overthrown, offering a captivating glimpse into its vivid artistry. The images showcase its unique angle: a third-person perspective city builder, a rarity in today’s market despite similar efforts in past games such as Metropolismania by Natsume.

Rather than confining players to the usual overhead viewpoint, Overthrown breathes new life into the experience by casting players as a queen ready to tackle everything from cutting timber and crafting structures to defending her subjects against daring bandits and formidable mutants. Adding another layer of excitement, the game incorporates action-adventure elements. Players can expect to dash across water and engage in anime-inspired combat, transitioning seamlessly back to city management and construction. The more traditional overhead camera angle is also available for those who covet it.

Brimstone aims for Overthrown to enjoy a roughly year-long stint in early access, working hands-on with player feedback to craft a truly outstanding city builder by late 2025. On launch day, players can choose between a solo experience or join forces with up to five other gamers online. The game also introduces seasonal dynamics, each bringing its own set of challenges and aesthetics to keep players on their toes.

Kicking off on December 5, Overthrown will become available on Xbox Series X/S and PC (via Steam) as an early access contender. It will be featured as a day-one Xbox Game Pass title, accessible through both PC Game Pass and Microsoft’s top-tier Ultimate subscription. Due to Sony’s policies, it won’t grace the PS Store during this development phase, but a PS5 edition is in the works.

In Overthrown, players step into the shoes of a Monarch wielding an ancient, soul-stealing crown endowed with magical powers. Tasked with building and safeguarding a kingdom against natural threats and marauding foes, players will engage in a sandbox-style adventure filled with building, resource management, and farming. As your kingdom flourishes, new followers will join your cause, but beware of those plotting to topple your regime—including friends in co-op mode.

With the freedom to build anywhere, deciding the placement of structures becomes an engaging game mechanic. If your civic layout irks, simply relocate a building with ease. Resource collection takes on a lively twist, with the crown enabling antics like hurling trees at the sawmill or mobilizing the sawmill itself for efficient harvesting. Combat is fast-paced and dynamic; whether rescuing townsfolk with high-speed maneuvers or assaulting bandit camps, your character’s prowess is reminiscent of anime heroes.

Surviving the changing seasons means managing resources smartly to weather the winter while keeping mutants at bay. Satisfying your citizens’ needs is crucial, lest they abandon your kingdom for a less hazardous life among bandits. Enjoy Overthrown solo or with up to six companions online—a perfect blend of challenge and camaraderie awaiting city-building aficionados.