Adventurers, brace yourselves for an epic showdown against one of the most unnerving bosses in Core Keeper’s latest free update, Bags & Blasts. Meet Nimzura, the formidable Queen of the Burrowed Sands. Haven’t dived into this underground saga yet? Core Keeper is a sandbox adventure that can be experienced alone or with friends in an online co-op setting, supporting 2-8 players. Available right now on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC, it’s also part of Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass!
### Nimruza – A New Menace in Core Keeper
Before the age of the Caveling empires, cicadas ruled the underground. They were the “keepers of time,” living cycles that harmonized with nature. But with the rise of the Cavelings, the struggle for territory began, escalating into a ferocious war. This conflict left behind cicada husks and ruined Caveling settlements, stark reminders of a battle that almost obliterated both races.
At the heart of this ancient battle is Nimruza, a once-mighty cicada queen whose kin spanned across desert depths—until a parasite took hold. This parasite transformed her into a fearsome enemy, making her the centerpiece of the latest update. Her tragic tale enriches the game’s narrative, diving deeper into the legendary Cicada-Caveling War.
Her arrival isn’t merely about facing off against another boss. Nimruza represents a significant milestone in Core Keeper’s ongoing story. The idea behind her creation was to have a colossal cicada queen, evolving naturally from the cicada remains adventurers often find.
### Crafting Nimruza
Pugstorm’s development team poured time and creativity into designing Nimruza, ensuring she stands apart from other bosses. Crafted as a corrupted and menacing entity, her attack patterns are purposefully unsettling. Expect a strategically demanding fight, with her erratic and mechanical attacks highlighting the loss of her natural instincts.
### Discovering the Oasis
With the Bags & Blasts update, players can enter the new Oasis sub-biome within the Desert of Beginnings. Here, the battle against Nimruza unfolds. Tackle hordes of cicadas, dodge her crushing blows, and sidestep the deadly dark energy to triumph in what might be Core Keeper’s biggest boss encounter to date.
While exploring the Oasis, keep an eye out for the Drohmble, a charming camel-like creature. These lovable inhabitants offer a stinky but valuable resource, perfect for crafting innovative new weapons.
### Unleashing Explosive Skills & Weapons
Wait, did someone say new weaponry? Absolutely! The Bags & Blasts update focuses on amplifying the excitement, introducing a new Explosives skill tree that brings a powerful twist to gameplay. Use Grenades to fend off foes from a distance and discover novel bomb types like the vacuum Void Bomb and the multi-effective Blunder Bomb. Strategize your way through cavern walls and dismantle Core Keeper’s most daunting threats.
### Core Keeper on Game Pass
It’s astonishing! Over 4 million players have embarked on the Core Keeper adventure. Whether you’ve been tackling challenges solo or with friends online, the player community’s response has been overwhelming—thank you for all your support!
If you’ve yet to start this exciting journey or are ready to face Nimruza in this colossal boss fight, remember that Core Keeper is accessible now on Xbox platforms and Windows PC, included with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. See you in the underground world!
