Cookie Run: Kingdom players just received a welcome surprise in the latest update. Devsisters has adjusted the rewards for one of the Beast-Yeast quests, making progression more consistent and accessible for free-to-play players. The change arrives as part of Episode 11: Silence of Conviction, expanding both the content and rewards tied to the sprawling Beast-Yeast continent.
What Changed in Beast-Yeast 3-30?
Episode 3 of Beast-Yeast, The Awakening of White Apathy, originally concluded with Stage 30: Inner Temple. Clearing this stage did not provide players with a free castle, unlike other Beast-Yeast episodes that tied castle unlocks directly to story progression.
That inconsistency has now been fixed. With the new update, completing Stage 3-30 automatically unlocks the Castle of Futility. This reward applies to any difficulty setting, so even players without high-end Legendary Cookies can obtain it without grinding on harder modes.
Retroactive Rewards for Existing Players
For those who already cleared 3-30 before the update, Devsisters has ensured no one is left behind. Players who previously finished the stage will find the Castle of Futility waiting in their in-game mailbox.
Meanwhile, players who purchased the castle before it became free aren’t being left out either. Following Cookie Run: Kingdom’s tradition, they are compensated with 8,000 Crystals, keeping things fair for long-time supporters.
Why This Change Is a Big Win for Free-to-Play Players
The update standardizes how Beast castles are unlocked across episodes. Previously, Castle of Futility was the only one hidden behind a paywall, creating friction for completionists and free-to-play players. Now, the Beast-Yeast progression system feels more balanced, with each story arc rewarding a thematic castle upon completion.
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This also enhances the visual customization of the Kingdom. Players unlocking Castle of Futility can equip it directly from the castle settings menu. Pairing it with the Fountain of Emptiness also triggers a unique visual effect, giving players another incentive to experiment with designs.
Beyond Rewards: Major Updates in Episode 11
The reward change came alongside the rollout of Episode 11: Silence of Conviction. This new chapter introduces:
- Silent Salt Cookie – a striking new Beast-type Cookie.
- Charcoal Cookie – a magic-based ally with ghostly powers.
- 30 new Beast-Yeast stages – expanding the continent’s exploration.
- Grass Element and new Beascuits – broadening team-building possibilities.
- Quality-of-life updates – including Beascuit resetting improvements and the Cookie search feature.
By making the Castle of Futility a free reward at Beast-Yeast 3-30, Devsisters has taken a meaningful step toward aligning Cookie Run: Kingdom’s progression with player expectations. Free-to-play adventurers now have one less barrier to enjoying cosmetic unlocks, while paying players are fairly compensated. Combined with the fresh content in Episode 11, this update keeps Beast-Yeast exploration rewarding for both new and veteran players.
