The mining survival RPG leaves early access after a year and a half of development

After many stones cut (literally), Return from the core Finally emerges with yours Final version 1.0 next July 18, 2025 And steam. This independent game, developed by TANXUN STUDIO and published by 2P gamesHe is in advance since December 2023 and, after more updates, patch and adjustments, has finally finished his metamorphosis. Prepared to enter the depths of the planet, faces underground horrors and … yes, team with Monster Girls With unique skills. Due to, of course, this is a Japanese game.

Back from the core, mining exploration with underground Waifus

The argument It is apocalyptic as fascinating: the world on the surface has collapsed and humanity has been forced to hide in the depths near the nucleus of the earth. From there, you will have to Scar your path to survivalcollecting resources, defeating enemies and using ancestral technology To try to return to the surface.

But don’t worry, you won’t be alone. In your path you will meet Monstrous companions Like Lilith, a mysterious guide who always has useful advice; Cartier, a warrior wolf with an explosive character; And Mona, a creature of a fragile appearance but with the ability to heal alone. Everyone can offer you Unique buff And help you in combat, but first you have to win your trust. Nothing is given here.

Personalization and survival They are fundamental in this title. You can mount your field, build furniture, grow mutant vegetables, hunt underground beasts and cook all types of dishes to remain strong. Who said the apocalypse could not smell homemade ramen?

Beyond the peak and the torch

Even if you start with a Simple peak and a torchsoon you can unlock Forgotten technology To automate the production of extraction and objects. Therefore, while the machines do hard work, you can explore new routes, face more powerful threats or … simply relax and decorate your style base.

The enemies you will face are not a small thing: from Giant sand worms A White spiders abysses y Robot robots With bad milk. The action is constant and the variety of underground biomes maintains the new experience even after several hours of play.

On an artistic level, Return from the core Presents a Pxel detailed artWith dynamic lights that recreate the feeling of being in the depths of the earth. The animations are fluid and each character (human or monstrous) has its marked visual personality.

The DNA of the best Indie

Return from the core Drink titles like Terraria, Starbound or even Empty knightbut with greater attention to Resource management, post -aapocalctic narrative and interaction with special NPCs. Even the mixture of exploration, combat, construction and relationships with the characters recalls Rune FactoryBut in a darker and more mature tone.

Although the game cooked on low heat for a year and a half, the comments of the community were fundamental for its evolution. Version 1.0 comes with Performance improvements, new automation systemsNarrative events and an expanded cooking system that adds more strategic (and culinary) depth to experience.

Is it worth it? If you like the feeling of progressing, build your pixelada base and discover secrets hidden in the planet, Yes. If you also attract the idea of recruiting companions in the form of Waifu who help you kill things and improve your statistics, then Return from the core It can be your new vice.

Yes really, It is not a casual game. Here you have to plan the collection, manage resources and always be careful. But if you are going “from mud to the future”, this title can become a jewel hidden among the bowels of the steam.

Ready to cut the stone and save what remains of humanity (and perhaps connects a little along the way)?