Terrifying New Boss Crawls into Core Keeper’s Sandbox Adventure

Hey there, adventurers! Prepare yourselves to face off against the most unsettling and creepy bosses yet: Nimzura, the Queen of the Burrowed Sands. This latest addition is part of the Bags & Blasts free content update for Core Keeper, a thrilling sandbox adventure game that you can dive into solo or with friends in an engaging 2-8 player online co-op mode. Exciting news for those on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, or Windows PC—Core Keeper is ready for you to uncover its mysteries, and you can even find it on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.

### Nimruza – Queen of the Burrowed Sands

Once upon a time, cicadas ruled the underground, recognized as the “keepers of time” because their life cycles were so perfectly in tune with nature itself. However, as the empires of the Cavelings began to expand, these two species clashed over territory, resulting in a long and bloody war. The underground is still littered with evidence of that ancient conflict, from the cicada husks to the ruins of Caveling settlements.

At the heart of this ancient strife stands Nimruza. She was once a regal cicada queen with an enormous brood, but a parasite wormed its way into her, taking control and turning her into a terrifying force. Now, she’s part of the latest Core Keeper update, pushing the story forward and deepening the intrigue of the Cicada-Caveling War. Nimruza is not just another boss battle; she’s pivotal to the unfolding narrative of Core Keeper.

When the developers at Pugstorm imagined Nimruza, they envisaged a grand cicada queen, evolving from the husks players might already be familiar with. Her design reflects the haunting transformation from natural ruler to something utterly corrupted and mechanized.

### Designing Nimruza

Creating Nimruza wasn’t done in haste—the Pugstorm team spent considerable time ensuring she stood out among other game bosses. She’s depicted as a corrupted being, her naturally harmonious instincts lost, leaving behind a being with precise, robotic attack patterns that players will find both challenging and engaging.

### Exploring the Oasis

The Bags & Blasts update offers a thrilling new experience by taking players to the Oasis, nestled within the Desert of Beginnings. Here, you’ll face the fearsome Nimruza, battling swarms of cicadas, dodging her powerful blows, and resisting her dark energy blasts. Get ready for an epic battle, one of the most formidable in Core Keeper so far.

While exploring the Oasis, keep an eye out for the Drohmble. This charming creature, resembling a small camel, calls the Oasis its home. Ranching these Drohmble can yield a particularly pungent, yet invaluable resource, perfect for crafting some of the latest and greatest weapons.

### Explosive New Skills & Weapons

Hold on—did someone mention new weaponry? Absolutely! The Bags & Blasts update doesn’t just deliver cosmetic changes; it brings an explosive new skill set. With a brand-new Explosives skill tree, you’ll have fresh strategies to conquer Core Keeper’s ominous threats. From Grenades to the innovative Void Bomb and the multi-detonating Blunder Bomb, there’s a hefty arsenal to experiment with in your quest for dominance.

### Play it on Game Pass

It’s amazing to see that over 4 million players have already jumped into the enchanting world of Core Keeper, whether they choose to embark on this underground adventure alone or with friends. The response from the community has been overwhelmingly positive, and we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who’s taken part in this journey.

If you haven’t taken the plunge yet, or if you’re eager to return and challenge Nimruza, remember that Core Keeper awaits you on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and is available via Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Join us underground—your adventure awaits!