Gearbox Publishing and developer Gunfire Games have announced that Remnant II will expand its offerings later this month when the first DLC, The Awakened King is released. Check out the first trailer for it below.

In this upcoming downloadable content for Remnant II, The One True King has awakened and is out for blood. Corrupted by the Root during his near-death slumber, the mad king sees betrayal at every turn and is on a rampage of revenge. Since his castle first arrived in a Dran coastal town, the tides are angry and the weather is chaotic, surfacing all manner of creatures from the depths and leaving many mysteries in its wake. In a brand new storyline, survivors must uncover the secrets behind The One True King by exploring a mysterious new area within the world of Losomn. In this strange new location, survivors will traverse new dungeons, acquire powerful equipment, meet unexpected allies and face new threats in their adventure to reach The One True King and defeat him once and for all.

Here are the highlights for the DLC as provided by Gearbox

• New Storyline, Dungeons, and Area in the World of Losomn: Delve deeper into the mysterious realm of Losomn, and uncover the harrowing narrative of the One True King, whose mind has been tainted by the Root's corruption, driving him to seek revenge against those who oppose him.

• Introducing The Ritualist Archetype: This new character archetype excels at utilizing status effects to torment their foes. Further details about this enigmatic figure will be unveiled as the DLC's launch date draws near.

• A Wealth of Items and Powerful Weapons: Equip your survivor with a wide array of new weapons, modifications, amulets, and rings, essential for survival in the perilous, redesigned Losomn.

• New Bosses, Characters, and Fearsome Creatures: The ocean depths yield mysterious threats and survivors of unknown origin, adding new layers of challenge for players as they traverse the chaos-ridden streets.

• Prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey, confronting terror and uncovering the secrets that lie within. Stay tuned for updates and keep an eye on Remnant II for an experience like no other.

The DLC is included as part of the Downloadable Content Bundle, but can be purchased on its own if needed.