Hey everyone,
We've made it! When Circle Empires 2 launched, the game featured 12 unique leaders, each with their own units, technologies, and playstyles. Over the past few weeks, we've been revealing 8 brand-new leaders, building on the 4 already added since launch.
With today's update, the journey is complete:
Circle Empires 2 now features 24 unique leaders, doubling the roster available at launch and offering more ways than ever to conquer the circles.
Let's meet them.
Liam commands the new Laser faction, a force built around precision, clever defenses, and some of the most unique weapons in the game.
Laser weapons don't just deal damage. They permanently slice away an enemy's maximum health, making them especially effective against units that rely on healing or regeneration to stay alive.
Defending your territory is just as satisfying. Mirror Shields have a chance to reflect incoming attacks back at their source, sending arrows, pikes, and even catapult shots right back where they came from. Liam also begins with access to Mirror Walls and Mirror Gates, making any siege a risky proposition for would-be invaders.
Of course, no laser-themed army would be complete without the Laser Cat, whose independently targeted eye lasers continue firing even after the cat itself has fallen. Liam also gains access to the Windmill, which boosts your food economy, and the City Hall, which lowers the cost of recruiting workers.
If one dragon isn't enough, Byron has you covered.
Byron leads the Dragon Legions, bringing together more dragons than any other leader in the game. Alongside three brand-new dragon species, he can recruit classic dragons, ghost dragons, and even the fearsome Level 4 Dragon, available as a recruit from the get-go!
Until those mighty beasts arrive, Byron's armies rely on disciplined legionaries armed with swords and pikes, protected by sturdy tower shields that shrug off most incoming ranged attacks.
To help you reach your dragon-filled endgame, Byron's units and buildings come at a small discount, and every circle starts with two extra workers, giving your economy an early boost.
With 24 leaders now available, there's never been a better time to experiment. Whether you prefer commanding cosmic warriors, electric eels, laser cats, dragons, or anything in between, every leader offers their own distinct way to play.
As always, this update also includes additional balance changes, fixes, and improvements. Be sure to check out the full patch notes on the Steam Discussions board for all the details.
Thank you to everyone who's joined us since launch and helped shape Circle Empires 2 with your feedback. We hope you enjoy discovering your new favorite leader.
See you among the circles!