Soulmask Leaves Early Access with Massive New Egypt-Themed DLC and Game Overhaul

The Tribal survival game Soulmask has officially departed early access, marking a pivotal moment for developer CampFire Studio. The studio describes this 1.0 launch as "a complete reinvention of the game," coinciding with the release of an expansive Ancient Egypt-themed DLC called Shifting Sands. This new expansion effectively doubles the scope of the experience by introducing a second map set in the dunes and deltas of ancient civilization. To celebrate this milestone, CampFire Studio is offering the Shifting Sands DLC completely free to players for the next month.

A Free Month for Ancient Egypt Adventures

CampFire has made a generous offer on their Steam page regarding the new expansion. All owners of the full version of Soulmask can get the Shifting Sands DLC free for the first month following the launch. The mechanics are straightforward: anyone purchasing the base game through April will receive the DLC bundled in automatically at no extra cost. If you already own Soulmask, simply launching the game within this one-month window will add Shifting Sands to your Steam account instantly.

This new map swaps out the base game's iconic Mayan jungles for a vast landscape inspired by ancient Egypt. CampFire states that this new region is "as large as the base game," ensuring players have plenty of territory to explore. Key features of the Shifting Sands expansion include:

  • Exploration of 10 additional ruins and dungeons scattered across the desert.
  • Combat against six new, challenging bosses unique to the Egyptian setting.
  • Access to 325 new talents that expand a tribe's capabilities and progression.
  • New vessel types for building mobile bases, ranging from small wooden boats to the formidable Falcon-class airship.

The developers have teased an even bigger airship in future updates, showing their distinct enthusiasm for aviation-based mobile fortresses. Whether you are a veteran of the Mayan jungles or a new recruit, this free month is an ideal opportunity to experience the doubled scope of Soulmask without additional cost.

Three Distinct Game Modes and System Overhauls

Beyond the Egypt-themed content, the base game has received a significant overhaul in its 1.0 version. The update splits the gameplay into three distinct modes to cater to different playstyles. There is the traditional survival mode for those who enjoy resource management and endurance, a "tribe mode" that focuses on expanding your civilization's reach, and a "warrior mode." The warrior mode cuts out core survival systems entirely, transforming Soulmask into an action RPG focused on combat prowess.

Alongside these new modes, the launch introduces crucial quality-of-life improvements for tribe management. A new mechanic allows tribesmen to pass on their talents via a building called the training ground, ensuring that skills are not lost when individuals leave or die. Additionally, a fresh onboarding system has been implemented to introduce players to Soulmask's many systems and concepts organically as they encounter them during gameplay.

In short, this is one of the most comprehensive 1.0 launches you are likely to see in the current market. If you have not yet tried Soulmask and are considering picking it up now that it has finished early access, there is a compelling reason to act quickly. The base game is currently on a 10% launch discount, bringing the price down to $26 (£20). Please note that this discount ends on April 23, so you will want to secure your copy before then.