Three months after the successful release of the critically-acclaimed RTS, Iron Harvest, the developers at KING Art Games are eager to share news of the latest content and updates coming to the world of Iron Harvest 1920+. Today’s announcement introduces the upcoming DLC story content, “Rusviet Revolution;” a new game mode called “Drop Zone;” as well as a free demo to celebrate the news that Iron Harvest is available now on the Epic Games Store.
Iron Harvest by the numbers:
The alternate history and diesel-punk inspired world of Iron Harvest has seen over 21 million mechs ravaging the battlefield, capturing over 2 million resource buildings. Out of the three factions, Saxony sees the highest pick rate, with Polania being a close second and Rusviet coming in as number three. When it comes to Heroes, Polonia’s Anna and her paw-swinging bear companion Wojtek seem to be the most well liked of all heroes, taking the number one spot in player choice.
Keeping the diesel engines in check, the team has released six new maps, ranging from a once bustling Harbor City to the no man’s land of the Great Wastes, since the title’s PC launch on September 1, 2020. New challenges, each unique in setting and strategic options, have been added as part of the first season alongside the highly anticipated ranked matches which sees players climbing the ranks of Iron Harvest.
As a treat for all lore-lovers, a Codex was added to the game compiling all the details and lore to display the deep and rich background of Iron Harvest’s universe of 1920+. Additional cosmetic items, skins and other collectibles have been released during October and will be added to the game regularly in the future.
November content:
Is it a plane? Is it a bird? It is a … crate? New game mode “Drop Zone” is coming to the world of Iron Harvest. In Drop Zone players collect stockpiles that are airdropped across the map. The first player to collect enough Victory Points wins. Multiple stockpiles can drop simultaneously and take time to collect. Protecting dropped stockpiles while securing future drop zones is the key to victory.
Drop Zone will be available on all existing skirmish maps and can be played in Skirmish, Ranked, Quick Match, and custom matches.
The team is in close touch with the community and are constantly working on weekly updates to keep the battlefield exciting. For more information on the upcoming content calendar you can check out the November content roadmap:
Rusviet Revolution story DLC:
Over 100 years ago the real Russian revolution came to a halt when the red forces won the final battles at the Krim. Though the alternate history of 1920+ never has seen this kind of revolution until now, December 17 marks the day the Rusviet people will rise against the Tsar. Rusviet Revolution sees the player experience new story content over the course of four new single player maps – shedding some light on the mysterious Rasputin. These maps will be free for all Kickstarter backers and Iron Harvest Digital Deluxe owners on December 17. Rusviet Revolution will be also be available for purchase separately for $3.99 through Steam, GOG or Epic Games Store. To celebrate the Rusviet Revolution the team created new artwork to celebrate:
Free public demo:
From November 25 to December 1, all interested players can join the battlefield via a free public demo on Steam, GOG and Epic Games Store. Join Anna Kos and her trustworthy bear Wojtek on their journey across Europe in the war that follows World War I in this alternate history of 1920+.
Demo features:
- All interested players will be able to take a sneak peek at the thrilling campaign missions
- Skirmish and Challenge Maps: Players can take on the AI alone or in co-op with a friend
- Competitive multiplayer – players can challenge each other to thrilling toe-to-toe battles on either 1v1, 2v2 or even one 3v3 map
Iron Harvest ESL Fall Tournament:
Once again KING Art Games and the ESL have teamed up to bring competitive RTS gamers an Iron Harvest tournament. The Iron Harvest Fall Tournament will let players compete for prizes totaling up to 5000€.
Fall Tournament schedule:
Qualifier 1: Saturday, November 28, 2020
Qualifier 2: Sunday, November 29, 2020
Qualifier 3: Saturday, December 5, 2020
Qualifier 4: Saturday, December 12, 2020
Finals: Saturday, December 19, 2020
All players (including the free public demo players) will be eligible to participate in the Iron Harvest Fall Tournament and will receive an in-game skin and an exclusive title. Official details and sign-up instructions can be found here – https://play.eslgaming.com/