Fans of the beloved side-scrolling beat-em-up Castle Crashers have reason to celebrate as The Behemoth announces the official release date for its long-awaited Painter Boss Paradise DLC. After nearly 13 years since the last content update, this new expansion will launch on August 6, bringing fresh customization options to the classic game.

Originally released in 2008 as an Xbox 360 exclusive, Castle Crashers has since expanded to multiple platforms while maintaining its status as one of the highest-rated arcade-style games. The Painter Boss Paradise DLC marks the game's fifth major content update, introducing a revolutionary character creation system powered by Steam Workshop.

Key Features of Painter Boss Paradise

• Custom Character Creation: Players can design their own knights using template tools
• Weapon Customization: Extends beyond characters to include unique weapon designs
• Steam Workshop Integration: Share creations with the community through Steam's platform
• New Playable Character: Paint Junior joins the roster with updated visual designs

While the DLC brings exciting new features, it comes with significant platform limitations. The Steam Workshop requirement means Painter Boss Paradise will only be available for the Steam version of Castle Crashers, leaving console players without access to this content.

Availability Details

• Release Date: August 6, 2025
• Platform: Steam exclusively
• Price: $3.99
• Content Restrictions: Only original creations allowed per Steam's UGC policies

Interestingly, non-DLC owners can still experience some benefits when playing multiplayer with friends who own the expansion. While they can't create custom content themselves, they can use Workshop items that the DLC owner has imported and enabled.

The Behemoth has confirmed the DLC won't include new levels or boss fights, focusing instead on customization options. This approach continues the studio's tradition of supporting Castle Crashers long after its initial release, demonstrating the game's enduring popularity among fans of cooperative beat-em-up action.