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Jun 30, 2025 · 14mo ago

Changelog: Abyssal Depths Update

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The Abyssal Depths Update introduces a new small-group PvP dungeon mode, the Antiquarian's Den staging grounds, a reworked new player experience, and significant overhauls to Learning Points and Item Power scaling in various zones.

Buffs13

  • Hellgates
    • Increased salvage value of Hellgate Maps to 100%, though maps are now unusable.20%100% %
    • Lowered entry requirement for 2v2 Non-Lethal Hellgates to make them more accessible.800700
    • Lowered entry requirement for 5v5 Non-Lethal Hellgates.800700
    • Lowered entry requirement for 5v5 Lethal Hellgates.1000900
    • Hell Buff:2v2 Hellgates now provide an additional 10% damage increase via the Hell buff.+10% %
  • Corrupted Dungeons
    • Increased salvage value of Corrupted Dungeon Maps to 100%.20%100% %
    • Lowered entry requirement for Hunter Corrupted Dungeons.800700
    • Lowered entry requirement for Slayer Corrupted Dungeons.12001100
  • Truebolt HammerHyperstatic:New Crystal Weapon that opens a vein of energy to protect allies while stunning and damaging enemies.Added
  • Stillgaze StaffCrystal Cobra Form:New Crystal Weapon that transforms the user into a cobra capable of spitting and petrifying enemies.Added
  • Learning Points
    • Removed the 20% progress threshold required to spend Learning Points on Destiny Board nodes.20%0% %
    • Quick Learn:Introduced Quick Learn, which multiplies earned fame by 5 and spends LP automatically.5x x
  • Blue and Yellow ZonesRepair costs and durability damage now scale down if the item's IP is affected by a zone cap.BaseScaled silver

Nerfs4

  • The DepthsAll healing within The Depths is reduced by 30% to increase lethality.-30% %
  • Hellgates
    • Increased the scaling penalty for IP above the softcap in 2v2 Lethal.20%35% %
    • Lowered the IP softcap for 5v5 Lethal Hellgates.12001100
  • Blue and Yellow ZonesIntroduced a 1200 IP softcap with 20% scaling to prevent high-tier gear from dominating low-tier zones.1200

Other changes3

  • The Depths
    • Introduced a new small-group PvP dungeon requiring a minimum base Item Power of 900.900
    • Implemented a 1200 IP softcap with 20% scaling above this threshold.1200
  • Hellgates10v10 Hellgates have been completely removed from the game.ActiveRemoved

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Albion Online · Jun 30, 2025

Patch history

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  1. Changelog: Dragonfire UpdateAug 31, 2026 · 1d

    Dragonfire Update adds Ancient Lands, Dragon Sanctuary raid, new Draconic rewards, crafting changes, and UI/UX improvements across Albion Online.

    +111
  2. Changelog: Radiant Wilds Patch 3Jun 29, 2026 · 2mo

    The Radiant Wilds Patch 3 focuses on revitalizing the Mists with better rewards and easier PvE, introducing a comprehensive Navigation System, and implementing combat balance changes across various weapon lines.

    +159
  3. Changelog: Radiant Wilds Patch 2May 26, 2026 · 3mo

    Radiant Wilds Patch 2 focuses on controller and Armory polish, alongside significant combat balance adjustments for various staves, axes, and armor pieces to refine PvP and PvE dynamics.

    +1211
  4. Changelog: Radiant Wilds Patch 1May 4, 2026 · 4mo

    Radiant Wilds Patch 1 focuses on 1v1 Arena balancing, reducing healing and adjusting various weapon stats, alongside significant controller and mobile QoL improvements.

    +513
  5. Changelog: Radiant Wilds UpdateApr 13, 2026 · 4mo

    The Radiant Wilds Update introduces a massive visual overhaul, a new Armory build system, 1v1 Ranked Arenas, and significant combat balancing across various weapon lines.

    +1210
  6. Changelog: Realm Divided Patch 5Mar 11, 2026 · 5mo

    Realm Divided Patch 5 introduces off-season progression for Conqueror's Challenge, significant nerfs to Avalonian bosses, and a wide array of combat balance adjustments across weapons and mounts.

    +3214
  7. Changelog: Realm Divided Part IIFeb 23, 2026 · 6mo

    The Realm Divided Part II update introduces Faction Battle Standards, a complete overhaul of the Bandit Assault event, and various combat balance adjustments across weapons and armor.

    +197
  8. Changelog: Realm Divided Patch 3Jan 26, 2026 · 7mo

    Balance changes ahead of the next Guild Season, featuring combat adjustments for various staves and weapons, Faction Warfare supply tuning, and anti-exploit measures for Avalonian Dungeons.

    +188

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