Forty questions about Kingdom Rush 6: Genesis, answered as far as the available sources allow. The game launched on 24 September 2026, and this page was re-verified against the live stores and the updated official site on 26 September 2026. Where Ironhide has not announced something, the answer says so rather than filling the gap. Anything uncertain is marked in the answer itself. This page is part of the Genesis wiki index, and the label used on every answer follows the fact policy described there.
FAQ
When does Kingdom Rush 6: Genesis release?
It released September 24, 2026, on PC, iOS and Android, and it is out now on all three.
What time did it unlock?
The mobile stores went live at 07:00 UTC, and Steam followed at its listed 13:00 UTC unlock, which was 21:00 in Beijing and 09:00 in New York. See the release date page for the full rollout.
Has the game been delayed?
No. The date was announced in June 2026 and was met.
What platforms is it on?
PC through Steam, plus iOS and Android. Steam supports Windows and macOS.
Is there a PS5, Xbox or Switch version?
Not announced. No console version of Genesis has ever been mentioned.
Does it run on Mac?
Yes. The Steam build is macOS compatible, with a native Apple-Silicon version that is notarized.
Is there a Linux version?
No. Steam lists Windows and macOS only.
What are the minimum PC specs?
Windows 10, a quad-core CPU, 8 GB of RAM, Intel UHD 600 graphics and 3 GB of storage. The store raised the floor at some point before launch: it originally listed a dual-core CPU and 4 GB. Recommended specs have not been published.
Can I play it on PC with an Android emulator?
Yes, though the Steam version makes it unnecessary. Running the Android build in an emulator is the route for people who want that build on a desktop, and the emulator guide covers three of them and the setup.
Can I still play the demo?
No. The demo ended on 6 July 2026 and was delisted.
Where can I download the demo?
Nowhere. The Steam demo app no longer resolves, and no official download exists.
Will the demo come back?
No return has been announced.
How much does the game cost?
$6.99 on the App Store and Google Play, and $19.99 on Steam. The Steam version carried a 10% launch discount, $17.99, at the time of writing. The price page has the verified figures.
Is it $6.99?
On mobile, yes: both stores opened at exactly $6.99. That figure was never the PC price; Steam opened at $19.99.
Could I pre-order on Steam?
There was never a pre-order. Steam offered wishlisting only until the game went live, and buying is now open at $19.99.
Could I pre-order on mobile?
There was only ever pre-registration, a notification signup rather than a purchase. The game is now buyable on both stores at $6.99.
Is there a collector's edition or physical release?
No. Neither has been announced.
How many campaign stages are there?
Eighteen, across three regions. An early presskit draft said nineteen and that figure is still being copied by some sites.
What are the three regions?
The Citadel, Stormcloud Depths and Arcania.
Is Genesis a remake of the 2011 game?
No. It is an original time-travel prequel with a new campaign, new factions, new mechanics and a new story. Classic Mode is an additional mode, not the campaign.
What is Classic Mode?
A mode that restores the four original tower lines from the 2011 game, redrawn, played with one hero and only Rain of Fire and Reinforcements. All 20 tower names are covered on the Classic towers page.
How many game modes are there?
Five, selectable per stage: Iron Challenge, Blitz Challenge, Hero Party, Spell Rush and Classic Mode.
Which mode has no heroes?
Spell Rush. It removes heroes and speeds up spells.
Which mode has no spells?
Hero Party. It gives you four heroes and removes spells entirely.
How many towers are there?
Fifteen. You bring five into any single stage.
How many towers have been named?
All fifteen. Ten were named before launch, and the official site's post-launch update added Gold Prospectors, Cursed Crossbows, Alchemist Shack, Arcane Forger and Sentry Watchtower. See the towers page.
Does the game still have individual tower upgrades?
No. That system was removed in July 2026 and replaced with global upgrades. The upgrade system page explains the change.
Do heroes and spells still upgrade individually?
Yes. The removal applied to towers. Heroes and spells each keep their own upgrade trees.
What is the double XP catch-up rule?
Heroes and spells behind your highest-level unit earn double XP until they catch up.
How many heroes are there?
Twelve, and all twelve are named. The last, Illiana, appeared in the official site's post-launch update. See the heroes page.
Can I use two heroes at once?
Yes, two per stage, a mechanic carried over from Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance.
Which heroes are free?
The first four: Gerald Lightseeker, Zefira, Bolin Farslayer and Connor. On Steam, the other eight unlock through campaign stars instead of purchases.
Are the heroes from earlier games?
Six of them are returning characters, mostly from the 2011 game, plus Ashbite from Frontiers.
How many spells are there?
Nine, and all nine are named, the last three arriving in the official site's post-launch list. You equip three before each stage. See the spells page.
Is there multiplayer or co-op?
No. The game is single-player with no co-op or competitive mode.
Is there an endless mode?
No endless or wave-survival mode has been announced.
Is there a speed-up button?
Not in the demo, and we found no announcement of one. The demo did let you launch waves early. We are treating this as unconfirmed for the release build.
Who are the bosses?
Six boss fights, per Ironhide's count. The community wiki's record of the released game names them: Gor'Thok, J.T., Sarelgaz, Moglok-Hai, Lord Blackburn and Vez'nan. Ironhide itself never published the names. See the enemies page.
Who is the villain?
Vez'nan, the franchise's central antagonist, appears here as a young man. The story is about the moment he turned. See the characters page.
What is the story about?
Gerald Lightseeker is sent back in time after Vez'nan attacks the Kingdom, to stop the Dark Wizard before his corruption takes hold. The story page has the details.
Do I need to play the older games first?
No. Genesis is a prequel with an original story, and Classic Mode is a bonus rather than required knowledge. The series background page will orient you in one table if you want context.
Is Kingdom Rush 6 the last game in the series?
Nothing has been announced either way.