Root News

Today's Patch 1.25.3 contains Clockwork Challenges and newly supported languages! As always, we appreciate your feedback and support as we continue to make Root the best digital experience possible. If you do encounter an issue or need help, please drop us a line at [email protected] so we can see what's up.

And if you're enjoying Root, please take a moment to rate & review the game to help spread the word to other players!

Thanks for playing Root!

[h2]New! [/h2]

• Clockwork Challenges! Complete challenges versus the Clockwork opponents from the Clockwork DLC. Be sure to have The Clockwork DLC in order to access these new challenges.
  
• New Languages! We’ve added Polish, Czech, Russian and Japanese as supported languages.
  

[h2]General: [/h2]

• Clockwork tutorial is now available after purchase of the DLC, even if you haven’t finished the standard tutorials.
  
• Continued improvements to game stability and online matches.
  
• Resolved various bugs that affected gameplay with Clockwork opponents.
  

The wild wood of Root is home to some deep strategy as the cunning critters of the forest fight for control. But, more than that, what brings the woodland to life is a vibrant, iconic art style that captures the imagination and fun of the beloved board game.



Adapted from Kyle Ferrin's unforgettable illustrations from the original tabletop game, the digital adaptation of Root breathes life into stylized art and animation that makes the board game come alive.



The Steam Awards are a chance to help spread some love for unique titles that capture our imaginations and bring something special to gaming. We hope you agree that Root is a special game that raises the bar for the digital adaptations of tabletop board games. We'd be honored for your consideration and support in nominating Root for a Steam Award for Outstanding Visual Style.

Thanks for playing Root!

The battle for the wild wood kicks into gear with the Clockwork Expansion!

Four fiendishly automated enemy factions bring new challenges to Root in a customizable alternative to the game's AI! Can you overcome the mechanical menace and secure your right to rule the forest?

Introduces Co-op Play! Team up to take on powerful automated opponents!



[h3]Mechanical Marquise 2.0[/h3] This is the simplest of the bots and can be used to fill out the player count in dozens of configurations. Though t

[h3]Electrical Eyrie[/h3] The Electric Eyrie will inspire fear in the most stalwart of players. Like the Eyrie Dynasties, this bot can ramp up its action potential aggressively.

[h3]Automated Alliance[/h3] The Automated Alliance is especially zealous and will revolt frequently. Keep in mind their potential targets so you avoid any unpleasant surprises. Once they do establish a foothold, timing is critical. Don’t let them consolidate their warriors or you’ll be in trouble!

[h3]Vagabot[/h3] The Vagabot makes for a capricious friend or foe. Like a human player, he will reward those who craft items. But be careful, he can make for a dangerous enemy once he gets enough items to boost his maximum hits.


Today's Patch 1.25.0 contains The Clockwork Expansion and Action Log!, along with continued stability and performance improvements. As always, we appreciate your feedback and support as we continue to make Root the best digital experience possible. If you do encounter an issue or need help, please drop us a line at [email protected] so we can see what's up.

And if you're enjoying Root , please take a moment to rate & review the game to help spread the word to other players!

Thanks for playing Root!

[h2]New! [/h2]
- The Clockwork Expansion is available on all platforms!
- Purchase the Clockwork Expansion to gain access to Four automated factions and cooperative play!
- If you intend to play with Clockwork on multiple platforms, please sign into your Root account before purchasing.
- Action log is now available!
- Players are able to review recent actions in previous turns!

[h2]General:[/h2]
- Minimum spec for Android devices has been updated to support Android OS level 5.0 and above.
- Resolved instances where text was misaligned in different languages
- Resolved more instances where players could get stuck when loading into games
- Improved stability and reconnections to active game sessions
- Updated some game UI to be easier to select on mobile devices

Today's Patch 1.24.3 contains Simplified Chinese as a supported language on Steam!

As always, we appreciate your feedback and support as we continue to make Root the best digital experience possible. If you do encounter an issue or need help, please drop us a line at [email protected] so we can see what's up.

One of the most telling things about wargaming is the fact that the hobby has a term for the old, hardcore fans - the stereotypical grognard - but none for the fresh recruit or the new convert. The hobby is graying, and fast. Where are all the doughboys, you might ask? Playing eurogames, probably.

Wargaming has, for a variety of reasons, failed to rise alongside the tide of board gaming's new golden age. While the rest of the industry has been buoyed by the mainstreaming of geek and hobbyist culture, wargaming has languished, a rump state in the ruins of a once glorious empire. What wargaming desperately needs is an ambassador to board gaming proper, something that can act as a Trojan Horse for the shy but curious potential wargamer. Root could very well be that game.

Originally released in tabletop form in 2018 to both widespread popular and critical acclaim, Root is a game of woodland warfare and strategy in which four asymmetrical factions battle for control of the forest. With its brisk playtime, straightforward design, and flat-out gorgeous fairytale-esque art, Root has earned the immense praise that has been heaped upon it since its release.

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