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[h2]Birders, it’s here! [/h2][h3][/h3][h3]Wingspan: Asia Expansion is officially live and ready to bring a fresh wave of strategic depth, beauty, and variety to your preserve.[/h3][h3][/h3][p][/p][h3]In Asia Expansion, you will explore the vibrant ecosystems of the East, encountering a stunning variety of new birds, each with unique powers that can completely change how you approach your game. Whether you are a returning birder or just getting started, Asia offers new layers to master and new possibilities to uncover![/h3][p][/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h3]At the heart of this expansion is the Duet Mode, a brand-new way to play designed specifically for two players. Compete on a shared map, place tokens with purpose, and adapt to special end-of-round goals that keep each session dynamic and engaging. Duet Mode is available both offline and online. It also works in real-time matchmaking for everyone, even if you do not own the expansion![/h3][h3][/h3][p][/p][h3]Beyond new gameplay, this expansion brings a range of stunning visuals and outstanding music. Soak in four gorgeous backgrounds inspired by the diverse regions of Asia, and choose from eight beautifully crafted new player portraits to bring a fresh look to your digital birdwatching experience. All of it is accompanied by a serene and immersive new soundtrack by Paweł Górniak.[/h3][h3][/h3][p][/p][h3]For new players or those wanting to refresh their knowledge, the tutorial has been completely reworked. It's now clearer, easier to follow, and comes with in-game rewards for completion. Two new tutorials - one focused on the Asia bird powers and the other on Duet Mode will help you understand the new rules and get ready to play with confidence.[/h3][h3][/h3][p][/p][h3]Automa has also been updated to reflect the new rules introduced in this expansion. She now reacts to bird powers that benefit other players, and you will find smarter interactions and more transparency when playing against her, thanks to improved UI and gameplay tweaks.[/h3][h3][/h3][p][/p][h3]Ready to test your skills against new challenges, discover rare birds, and fly through new, enchanting landscapes?[/h3][h3][/h3][p][/p][h3]Wingspan: Asia Expansion has landed! [/h3][h3]Your journey with the birds of the East begins now![/h3]

[h3]Hello Birders![/h3][h3]Today’s the big Asia Launch day, so the update is live! 🐦✨[/h3][p][/p][h3]Here’s what’s coming your way ⤵️[/h3][p][/p][h3]Asia Expansion features:[/h3]

• [p]90 new bird cards with their unique audio clips and trivia.[/p]
• [p]11 new bonus cards.[/p]
• [p]Duet mode for exactly 2 players.[/p]
• [p]Available offline against a human player, AI, or Automa.[/p]
• [p]Available online in real-time matchmaking and custom games against a human player.[/p]
• [p]Includes a Duet Map and 12 end-of-round goals designed specifically for this mode.[/p]
• [p]2 new Automa-only bonus cards.[/p]
• [p]Updated the Automa's Hoard variant.[/p]
• [p]8 new portraits.[/p]
• [p]4 new backgrounds.[/p]
• [p]4 new soundtrack pieces composed by Paweł Górniak.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]New features coming to all players along with the Asia Expansion patch:[/h3]

• [p]Revamped Tutorial for base game, European Expansion, and Oceania Expansion.[/p]
• [p]New tutorials for Asia Expansion and Duet mode.[/p]
• [p]5 new portraits unlocked through the completion of the tutorials.[/p]
• [p]Duet mode available in online real-time matchmaking.[/p]
• [p]Expanded Bird Atlas with new birds, Asia Expansion filter, and "clear filters" button.[/p]
• [p]Game mode icon added to active game saves (both offline and online).[/p]
• [p]Bird card, bonus card, and end-of-round goals counters added to the Expansions selection screen.[/p]
• [p]Added new Automa's Cache variant.[/p]
• [p]Changed how Automa counts owned items for powers activated by the player.[/p]
• [p]Updated Automa's rulebook.[/p]
• [p]Added 11 new Asia Expansion achievements.[/p]
• [p]Pinned news functionality added to the News screen.[/p]
• [p]Added new birdpersons in the Credits section.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Bugfixes and improvements:[/h3]

• [p]Fix for softlock during skipping White Stork, White-throated Dipper & Black-throated Diver powers.[/p]
• [p]Fix for rare cases of Peaceful Dove’s UI showing a nectar button.[/p]
• [p]Fix for Black-Shrouded Kite used not handing out a rodent to the player, and other similar powers not displaying the correct popup when activated by AI.[/p]
• [p]Migratory birds slightly improved by adding more prompts when their powers cannot be used.[/p]
• [p]Hooded Merganser's power now clearly communicates that it needs predators with brown powers to activate.[/p]
• [p]Fix for Automarazzi mode card exchange payment exploit.[/p]
• [p]Reworks of UI of some food caching powers and predators rolling dice outside of the birdfeeder in order to harmonize with the new Asia Expansion powers.[/p]
• [p]Possible fix for Oystercatcher played in Round End/Game End issues.[/p]
• [p]Possible fix for Savi’s Warbler’s power giving out cards even when skipped.[/p]
• [p]Possible fix for "You have 10 active games" pop-up displayed while having fewer than 10 active online games.[/p]
• [p]Automa’s Automubon Society card moved from EE into the base game.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an exploit allowing for repeating the "when played" bonus card drawing powers ad infinitum.[/p]
• [p]Minor UI and visual fixes.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Don’t forget to update the game![/h3]

[h3]Birders! [/h3][h3]
On June 16, ahead of the release of the Asia Expansion, Wingspan servers will undergo maintenance works. During this time, entering online mode will be impossible. Maintenance will begin at 9AM UTC/11AM CEST/2AM PDT and will last for around 2 hours.[/h3][h3]As with every online maintenance, please end all your matches before the maintenance and do not start any new ones close to the maintenance hours. Otherwise, there's a risk of losing ongoing games and karma points.[/h3][h3]Let your fellow birders know about online maintenance, so the process can go smoothly. [/h3][h3]We apologize for the inconvenience.[/h3][h3]Wingspan: Asia Expansion is just around the corner![/h3]

[h3]We know you’ve been waiting for this!

Wingspan: Asia Expansion arrives on June 16th, 2025 at 7PM CET / 10AM PST / 5PM UTC across ALL platforms!

This thrilling new chapter takes you to the vibrant East, where a dazzling array of unique birds, each with fresh powers and strategies, await to shake up your preserve!

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Try out the new Duet Mode, a two-player experience where you'll compete on a shared map, claim spaces with tokens, and chase dynamic end-of-round goals that change how you play every time. Expand your collection with a rich mix of new birds and 13 bonus cards, including a few surprises just for Automa fans!


Immerse yourself in the beauty of the continent with 4 stunning region-inspired backgrounds and 8 new player portraits reflecting the diverse fauna of Asia. A fully revamped tutorial makes onboarding smoother than ever, and a serene new soundtrack by Paweł Górniak sets the perfect tone for every match.


Whether you're dueling in Duet Mode, exploring new birds, or simply soaking in the sights and sounds, Wingspan: Asia Expansion is packed with reasons to return to your preserve.
Mark your calendars and get ready to fly![/h3]