: The "gene-thief" ant capable of adopting traits from other species.
: Playable in specific DLC or campaign segments. Recent & Future Content
: Follows the story of a laboratory "gene-thief" ant colony ( Formica ereptor ) subjected to brutal tests by a scientist, narrated in the style of a nature documentary. Empires of the Undergrowth
: Features complex fungus-farming mechanics. Fire Ant ( Solenopsis invicta ) : Aggressive swarmers.
: The foundational species for early missions. Wood Ant ( Formica rufa ) : Known for ranged acid attacks. : The "gene-thief" ant capable of adopting traits
: A mode allowing you to pit different insect species against each other to test their combat capabilities. Playable Species
: Acts as a persistent hub world where you upgrade your permanent lab colony using rewards earned from missions. : Features complex fungus-farming mechanics
is a real-time strategy (RTS) game where you manage an ant colony, blending underground base-building with above-ground tactical combat against other insects and environmental hazards. The game's primary content is divided into several core modes and features : Core Game Modes