Empires of the Undergrowth - Exploding Ants
Step into the chaotic yet fascinating world of Empires of the Undergrowth - Exploding Ants, a strategic expansion that introduces powerful new species with explosive abilities. Use autothysis, a unique tactical mechanic inspired by real-life ants and termites, to defend your colony at great personal sacrifice. With new unit types, upgrade paths, and immersive levels set in lush environments, this DLC offers rich gameplay variety that will challenge your strategic skills. Whether you’re facing fire ants in the rainforests or optimizing your colony’s defenses, this expansion will leave no stone unturned in providing a thrilling, strategy-packed experience.
Features
Autothysis Tactical Mechanic
Control ants and termites that can self-destruct, dealing significant damage to enemies while providing a unique tactical edge in battles.
New Unit Types
Unlock three new units inspired by the C. explodens ant species and two new units from the N. taracua termite species, each with special abilities and upgrade paths.
Diverse Gameplay Modes
Experiment with the new units in Freeplay, Campaign Remix, Custom Games, or use them to bolster defenses in Story Mode’s formicarium.
Two New Levels
Return to The Harvest to eliminate fire ants and survive the Front Line rainforest battles with the new explosive species.
Rich Strategic Depth
Balance the cost of explosive abilities with long-term colony sustainability as you incorporate these powerful tactics into your strategy.
Multilingual Support
Enjoy the game in English, German, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Russian, and many other supported languages.
Steam Features
Includes Steam Achievements, Trading Cards, Cloud Saves, and Family Sharing.
Key Features
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the game about?
Empires of the Undergrowth - Exploding Ants is an expansion that introduces two new species of ants and termites with the ability to explode in defense of their colony, adding tactical depth across all gameplay modes.
What platforms is the game available on?
The game is available on Windows and Mac.
What new gameplay features does this expansion offer?
It includes new species with explosive abilities, strategic upgrade paths, new unit types inspired by real-world insects, and two new campaign levels.
What is autothysis?
Autothysis is a mechanic where certain ants and termites can sacrifice themselves by exploding to inflict damage on nearby enemies, creating tactical opportunities.
When is the release date?
The game is set to release on March 24, 2025.
Does the game support multiplayer?
No, the game is single-player only.
What languages are supported in the game?
The game supports multiple languages including English, German, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Russian, French, and more, with varying levels of audio and subtitle support.
Is there a discount on the game?
Yes, the game is available at a 10% discount, priced at $4.49 (original price $4.99).
Genres
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System Requirements
Minimum
Os
Windows® 10 (64-bit)
Memory
4 GB RAM
Storage
5 GB available space
Graphics
NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 440 (1 GB) / AMD® Radeon™ HD 6750 (1 GB)
Requires
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Processor
Intel® Core™ i5-760 (quad-core) / AMD® Phenom™ II X4 965 (quad-core)
Recommended
Os
Windows® 10 (64-bit)
Memory
8 GB RAM
Storage
5 GB available space
Graphics
NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 550 Ti (1 GB) / AMD® Radeon™ HD 7750 (1 GB)
Requires
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Processor
Intel® Core™ i5-2400 (quad-core) / AMD® FX-Series™ FX-8100 (quad-core)
Supported Languages
| Language | Interface | Subtitles | Audio |
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| Russian | |||
| French | |||
| Czech | |||
| Dutch | |||
| Japanese | |||
| Korean | |||
| Polish | |||
| Italian | |||
| Hungarian | |||
| Traditional Chinese | |||
| Turkish | |||
| Ukrainian | |||
| Portuguese - Brazil |