9 Kings plans its full launch with custom decks and 27 new decrees
Roguelite strategy game 9 Kings is preparing to leave Early Access on November 12, and its full release is set to add a way to build custom decks using cards from different kings.
The version 1.0 update is also due to bring daily quests, more than 27 new decrees and new Rainbow cards, according to publisher Hooded Horse. The release is planned for PC storefronts including Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store and the Microsoft Store. Read the official announcement.
The launch date comes with an important distinction for subscribers: 9 Kings has already been available in PC Game Pass through Game Preview. The 1.0 update is its planned full release, not the first time the game has appeared in the subscription.
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Mixing cards changes the shape of a run
9 Kings combines deckbuilding with a kingdom laid out on a grid. Players place and upgrade cards, develop their realm and prepare for battles against rival rulers. Its short runs make experimentation part of the appeal, but the combinations can become much more involved as a kingdom grows.
Custom decks are the headline addition for players who want more control over those combinations. The publisher says the feature lets players mix cards from all kings, opening up options beyond a single ruler’s starting pool.
Daily quests and additional decrees should provide more reasons to return between attempts. The publisher has announced the features but the exact balance and the way players use them will become clearer in the release build.
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When can players get the update?
The planned date is November 12. The announcement does not establish a universal launch hour, so availability can depend on the storefront and region when players check.
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Existing players should look for the update through their chosen PC client. Anyone playing the Game Preview version through PC Game Pass should also check the app for the current build and subscription availability.
