Monster Train 2 is getting a new clan, and they're edgy as h̶e̶l̶l heaven

Monster Train 2 is set to receive a new clan called The Punished, which is set to launch on November 10 for $7.99 as downloadable content. Led by Archus, a warrior known as Darkness Incarnate, The Punished specializes in converting suffering into power during battles. They are dark angels and heavenly outcasts, with a unique clan mechanic involving a static interaction button called the Monolith. This button allows players to sacrifice cards to gain Zeal, a resource that buffs their units.

The Punished brings several new units to the game, including Reaper of Suffering, a powerful sweep unit with 60 attack and 25 defense. Scarred Justicar gains a +15 attack bonus through a new keyword called Punish. Collector of Sorrows, a hooded figure, possesses a unique ability called Restitution. Shackles of Spite, a common card, deals double damage when a unit's life total falls to 50 percent or less, granting them 10 additional Hit Points.

Shiny Shoe, the game's developer, explains that The Punished's design was born from the desire to introduce a fresh and distinctive gameplay element. The studio aimed to create a clan centered around self-damaging mechanics, which allow players to risk unit damage for greater gains in power. The new clan's triggers and status effects revolve around this core concept, emphasizing the risk-reward aspect of using pain and suffering to enhance one's gameplay.

The Punished will be the final post-launch update for Monster Train 2, as the game has already garnered over 1 million players since its launch in 2025. The developer has also announced that the game will be available on iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch 2 platforms later in the year.