Get ready, adventurers! It’s time to face one of the creepiest, crawliest bosses yet: Nimzura, the Queen of the Burrowed Sands. She makes her debut in Core Keeper’s latest free content update, Bags & Blasts. If you haven’t taken the plunge into this subterranean quest yet, let me introduce you. Core Keeper is a sandbox adventure that you can journey through solo, or team up with friends in an online co-op with up to eight players. And the best part? It’s available to get your hands on via Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
Nimruza – Queen of the Burrowed Sands
Before the rise of the Caveling empires, cicadas reigned supreme in the depths below, their life cycles earning them the moniker "keepers of time." Unfortunately, as the Cavelings spread their territory, their encounter with the cicadas turned into a drawn-out conflict. You’ll still stumble upon cicada husks and desecrated Caveling settlements across the underworld, eerie reminders of their war that nearly annihilated both species.
At the heart of this tale lies Nimruza, a once-magnificent cicada queen who ruled the desert’s depths with her brood. That changed when a parasitic force lodged itself inside her, consuming her from within. Now, she’s a terrifying enemy driven by an ancient dark power. This latest Core Keeper update weaves Nimruza into the unfolding saga of the Cicada-Caveling War, pushing the game’s narrative forward in fascinating ways.
Nimruza isn’t just another boss fight. Her appearance marks a significant twist in Core Keeper’s universe, building on the game’s lore by introducing a colossal cicada queen drawn from the numerous cicada husks players have encountered in their journeys.
Designing Nimruza
The creative minds at Pugstorm poured countless hours into making Nimruza a standout adversary within Core Keeper. They envisioned her as a corrupted force with formidable, regimented attack patterns. This transformation into a mechanical and evil entity truly sets her apart, ensuring a tough yet rewarding battle for any player daring enough to face her.
Exploring the Oasis
In the free Bags & Blasts update, you’ll explore the Oasis, a new sub-biome nestled within the Desert of Beginnings, engaging in epic battles against Nimruza. Prepare to fend off cicada swarms, dodge Nimruza’s devastating blows, and withstand dark energy waves. It’s easily one of Core Keeper’s most thrilling boss fights.
While exploring the Oasis, don’t forget to look for the Drohmble, a charming camel-like creature that roams the plains. Ranching these creatures can yield a unique (albeit smelly) resource, perfect for crafting some remarkable new weaponry.
Explosive New Skills & Weapons
And yes, we’re talking about new weaponry! The Bags & Blasts update introduces a fresh Explosives skill tree, adding even more explosive fun to Core Keeper. You’ll be able to fend off foes from a distance using Grenades and experiment with bomb varieties like the vacuum Void Bomb and the multi-blast Blunder Bomb, offering inventive new strategies for tackling the game’s toughest challenges.
Play it on Game Pass
It’s astounding how over 4 million players have embarked on their Core Keeper adventures. Whether you’ve been exploring alone or with online buddies, the game’s positive reception is heartwarming, and we extend a huge thanks to everyone who’s joined in on the fun.
For those yet to begin—or for anyone eager to jump back in and tackle Nimruza—remember, Core Keeper is available now on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. See you down in the underground!
