Dynamic Tunneling
Dig new tunnels each match. Create defensive chokepoints, ambush routes, or direct paths to objectives. Every game board is unique.
Excavate the Nexus
Two centuries after dragons scorched the surface, clans war underground. Tunnel across board, capture Nexus Stones, summon creatures. Four factions with unique playstyles.
Prototype
The Underground War
Two hundred years ago, the dragons came. They scorched the surface world, making it uninhabitable. Humanity retreated underground, fragmenting into four distinct clans, each adapting to subterranean life in their own way.
Now, the clans have discovered Nexus Stones—crystalline formations that grant the power to summon creatures from the deep earth. Control enough stones, and you control the underground. But the tunnels are vast, resources are scarce, and every faction wants dominance.
Excavate the Nexus is a digital strategy game about tunnel warfare, resource management, and summoning powerful creatures to fight for control of the underground world.
Core Gameplay
Nexus Stone Control
Capture and hold Nexus Stones to summon creatures. More stones mean more powerful summons. Lose them, and your army weakens.
Creature Summoning
Summon earth elementals, cave wyrms, crystal golems, and stranger things. Each faction has unique creatures with distinct abilities.
Tactical Combat
Position matters. Tunnel width restricts movement. Flanking, ambushes, and defensive positions all factor into victory.
Fast-Paced Matches
15-20 minute matches perfect for quick sessions. Deep strategy without hour-long commitments.
Cross-Platform
Play on PC, Mac, or mobile. Touch controls optimized for tablets and phones without sacrificing strategic depth.
The Four Factions
The Stone Wardens
Defensive specialists. Build fortified tunnels, summon crystal golems, and outlast opponents through attrition and superior positioning.
The Ember Cult
Aggressive rush faction. Summon magma creatures, excavate quickly, and overwhelm enemies before they can fortify.
The Ossuary
Swarm tactics. Summon cheap, expendable bone constructs. Win through numbers and sacrifice, wearing down stronger foes.
The Shimmer Court
Tricksters and strategists. Use illusions, teleportation, and terrain manipulation to outmaneuver and confuse enemies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it single-player or multiplayer?
Both! Campaign mode with AI opponents teaches mechanics and tells the faction stories. PvP multiplayer for competitive play against other players.
How complex is it?
Easy to learn, hard to master. Core mechanics are simple—dig tunnels, capture stones, summon creatures. But strategic depth comes from faction abilities, positioning, and resource management.
What platforms will it support?
PC, Mac, iOS, and Android. Cross-platform multiplayer so you can play against friends regardless of device.
Will there be microtransactions?
One-time purchase, no microtransactions. All factions, creatures, and content included. No pay-to-win mechanics.
Can I play offline?
Campaign mode works fully offline. Multiplayer requires connection, but matches are designed to work well even on mobile data.
When will it be available?
Currently in prototype stage with active playtesting. Join the mailing list to get beta access and launch updates.
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