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Fool King is an upcoming asynchronous tactical PvP autobattler where players compete to oust the Fool King. Read on to learn about its release date, what platforms it's coming to, and its announcement history.
Fool King Release Date and Time
Enters Early Access on November 16, 2026
Fool King’s Early Access build is set to be released November 16, 2026, for PC via Steam, with no official release date set for its 1.0. The game also has a demo available on Steam. We’ll be sure to update this article when more information comes out!
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Fool King Overview
Fool King is a tactical autobattler where players build armies, battle through the forces left behind by other players, and attempt to dethrone the immortal Fool King in the war-torn world of The Everdawn.
Combine unique units, upgrades, and relics, carefully position your troops, and harness the powers of four gods as you fight through multiple biomes and increasingly difficult battles.
Claim the throne and impose your own rule-breaking decrees on future challengers when Fool King launches into Early Access on Steam sometime in 2026.
Is Fool King on Xbox Game Pass?
No, Fool King has not been announced for the Xbox Game Pass.
Is Fool King on PS Plus?
No, Fool King has not been announced for PS Plus.
Is Fool King on Nintendo Switch Online?
No, Fool King has not been announced for Nintendo Switch Online.
Announcement History
2026
September 20, 2026 | Release Date Confirmed
Fool King was confirmed to launch on November 16, 2026, during the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct 2026. A new trailer also showcased its asynchronous autobattler gameplay.
September 7, 2026 | Demo Launch
Loot Donkey released a free Steam demo for Fool King, giving players an early look at its asynchronous PvP autobattler gameplay.
August 7, 2026 | Gameplay Overview
Loot Donkey released a gameplay overview featuring developers Ben and Gareth explaining Fool King's core mechanics, including building armies, recruiting units, using gods to shape strategies, and fighting armies created by other players.
July 29, 2026 | Initial Announcement
Fool King was officially announced as the first game from developer Loot Donkey to be published by WuselFaktory, Firefly Studios' new publishing label. The tactical autobattler was revealed with an announcement trailer and was confirmed to be coming to Steam.
2025
November 23, 2025 | Mac Version
Loot Donkey released Fool King's prototype for Mac, expanding the game's playable prototype beyond its original version.
November 18, 2025 | Major Prototype Update
Loot Donkey announced an overhaul of Fool King's art and mechanics, substantially revising the prototype as development continued.
July 8, 2025 | Prototype Release
Loot Donkey released the first playable Fool King prototype, introducing its tactical autobattler concept of building an army and attempting to claim the throne.
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