Dear citizens of the Suzerainverse,
Welcome to our March 2025 Broadcast - a packed update from the world of Suzerain and beyond.
This month, we’re thrilled to give you a closer look into the upcoming 3.1 “Sovereign” Update, sit down with one of our writers for a behind-the-scenes look at crafting epic narrative moments, and reveal how our backend system, Necropolis will soon be supporting PC players.
We’re taking you behind the scenes of our time at GDC 2025 in San Francisco, where we explored cutting-edge game development with Medianet, discussed The Conformist at EGG Demo Day, and celebrated exciting community milestones on Discord and Reddit.
Let's dive in.
Developer Interview with Writer Adam
Today, we’re sitting down with one of the minds behind the narrative magic of Suzerain, writer Adam.
”Working on the 3.1 update has been an incredible experience. This isn’t just another update—it’s massive, to the point where it almost feels like a full-fledged DLC in its own right. We’re diving deeper than ever into the world of Suzerain, expanding the narrative in ways that make the experience more immersive and engaging. A highlight of this process has been the collaboration within the narrative team.
While major story beats and key details are ironed out in design meetings, the creative freedom we give each other when it comes to scene design is what makes this work so fulfilling. It’s an environment that fosters fresh perspectives and leads to unexpected story moments beyond our expectations. For me, nothing sparks creativity quite like the challenge of bringing a scene to life with the directive: “Make it epic.”
There’s a unique energy that comes from that level of trust to craft something unforgettable. And with 3.1, we’ve done just that. I can’t wait for players to experience it. And in case you were wondering… yes, I delivered the epicness. You’re welcome.”
Necropolis Backend Update – Coming to PC
With the release of Update 3.1, PC players now gain opt-in access to Necropolis, our backend system originally developed for the mobile version of Suzerain. This marks a major step forward in bringing cross-platform continuity to our players.
Necropolis features include:
- Account creation and login
- Cloud save uploads and synchronization
- Cross-play support between PC and Mobile (PC version must be purchased)
- Achievement synchronization with Steam and GOG (Epic Games support planned)
What does cross-play mean for you?
Once you've purchased the PC version, you can transfer your progress and achievements across devices. Mobile players switching to PC can pick up right where they left off, and vice versa. PC achievements even carry over to mobile, unlocking dozens of free story points.
Importantly, this upgrade required no architectural changes. Necropolis remains the same system used on mobile, simply expanded for broader platform support. This ensures a consistent and unified experience, whether you're at your desk or on the go.
One Year of the Kingdom of Rizia
This March marked the first anniversary of the Kingdom of Rizia, a moment that means a great deal to us.
When we released Rizia last year, we invited you into a kingdom on the brink: a newly crowned King, a divided court, and a critical nation wrestling with the weight of its history and the uncertainty of its future in South Merkopa. What followed has been incredible.
Over the past twelve months, you’ve navigated shifting alliances, brokered uneasy truces, and reformed or kept traditions in Rizian society. While we may know every possible outcome, it’s the paths you’ve taken, and the meaning you’ve found in them, that have brought the story to life.
We’ve been deeply moved by your thoughtful feedback, passionate theories, and the growing community that has formed around the game. Your engagement continues to inspire us as we expand the Suzerainverse.
Thank you for making this first year of Kingdom of Rizia unforgettable.
Looking Ahead: 3.1 “Sovereign” Open Testing
Excitement has been building around the upcoming 3.1 “Sovereign” Update, and we’re happy to confirm that open testing is coming in the next few weeks!
This will be our first-ever open test for a PC update, and for the first time, PC and Mobile will be tested side-by-side. We’re incredibly excited to bring you into the process earlier than ever before.
Some elements will still be in progress, and a few pieces of content may be missing, but this phase is all about collaboration. During open testing, we’ll be actively working on bug fixes, tuning balance, and shaping the final release based on your feedback and input.
And yes, we’ve seen a few whispers on our socials. Let’s clear the air: We’ve yet to announce a release date for 3.1, and development is right on track. Sometimes, silence just means we’re deep in the work. 😉
Thank you for your continued trust, curiosity, and sharp eyes. We can’t wait to show you what’s next.
GDC 2025: A Week in San Francisco with Medianet
Ata joined the medianet berlinbrandenburg e.V. delegation in San Francisco for the Game Developers Conference (GDC), the industry’s leading event for game creators worldwide.
The week began with a hands-on workshop at Google, where we explored how their tools can support game development. With guidance from the Google team, we were able to identify user pain points, improve first-time user experiences, and optimize store visibility. The tools provided powerful feedback and were fully customizable, a perfect fit for small teams.
The delegation also visited the headquarters of Twitch, Unity, and PlayStation and Discord for exclusive sessions on platform strategy, engine stability, and indie publishing. A surprise highlight came at Double Fine Productions, where Tim Schafer shared candid insights on industry trends and the studio’s acquisition journey.
The Conformist at EGG Demo Day
A special thank you to Dean Takahashi and the teams at VentureBeat and GamesBeat for covering our presentation at the first-ever EGG Demo Day — an event reimagining how games get funded, led by John Graham, co-founder of Humble Bundle.
We took the stage alongside brilliant minds from the worlds of:
- Half-Life, Minecraft, LucasArts, SteamLabs, and Google
- Visionaries like Neal Stephenson
- Modders from Cities: Skylines
- Innovators in VR, AI, and interactive storytelling
We shared new behind-the-scenes screenshots, we were honored to present the vision behind The Conformist, a bold political RPG that blends strategy, simulation, and propaganda mechanics. It’s the next step in our expanding Suzerain Universe.
This is just the beginning for EGG, and for us.
Community Milestones, 10K on Discord & 25K on Reddit!
Our Discord community just hit 10,000 members, and the Suzerain subreddit crossed 25,000, all thanks to you!
Since we announced Suzerain in 2018, community has been at the heart of everything we do. From feedback to fan art, deep lore to casual chat, it’s the people who make our universe come alive.
A few Reddit highlights from the past year:
- 31.3M total views (+8.8M YoY)
- 69.1K avg. uniques/month (+22.4K)
- 25K subscribers now (+12.4K this year)
Whether it’s political analysis, memes, or theorycrafting, this community is thriving. Let’s keep building, together.
Sneak Peek: New Character Portraits
Here’s a first look at some new art portraits coming in the 3.1 “Sovereign” Update! These characters will play a key role in the upcoming patch, stay tuned for more details.
Until next time, dear citizens. Take care!
Glovurius axa Rizia!
A’Morgna her Coren!
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