: A new high-difficulty stage offering approximately 60 minutes of intensive gameplay.

: Three additional weapons were added to the player's FPS loadout to handle the increased difficulty of the new levels.

: The story serves as a cautionary tale regarding the development of Lethal Autonomous Weapons (LAWS) and the risks of uncontrolled artificial intelligence.

The update, released on April 30, 2020, by 100Hr Games , significantly expanded the original hybrid tower defense experience by introducing new gameplay content and refined mechanics. Key Update Highlights (v1.09)

: A new enemy skill was implemented to force players to adapt their defensive strategies.

The v1.09 patch brought several additions aimed at extending the challenge for veteran players:

For those looking to experience the series' evolution, a sequel, Artificial Extinction 2 , is also available on Steam with updated graphics and a seamless transition between RTS and FPS modes. Artificial Extinction on Steam