Update 4.0
Update 4.0 introduces a new solo-only Quickplay mode, a tiered Challenge system, significant gunplay QoL improvements, and various AI and map adjustments.
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▲Buffs5
- ChallengesAdded daily and weekly tiered challenges that provide random rewards based on quality (Bronze, Silver, Gold).→Added
- GunplayWeapon Cycling:Faster and normalized animation timings for weapon cycling, grenade throwing, and aiming down sights.
- Bloodline & Economy
- Increased starting capital for new Bloodlines to help players get equipped faster.3000→4000 gold
- Reduced XP required for the endless Bloodline loop.8000→5000 XP
- Lawson DeltaImproved landscape for compound approaches and added better player cover/leading.
▼Nerfs6
- GunplayMedium Bullets:Medium bullets no longer penetrate brick, reducing their effectiveness against certain covers.Brick→None
- HellhoundsAdded Hellhound Mask variants with metal face plates that absorb headshot damage.→Added
- The Butcher & MeatheadFixed an issue where the Butcher could take damage from hellfire bombs despite being immune to fire.Bugged→Immune
- Bloodline & Economy
- Significantly reduced money rewards for empty Bloodline ranks.1000→200 gold
- Reduced money reward for unlocking a new Bloodline Tier.5000→1000 gold
- ArsenalIntroduced hard caps on Contraband (1) and soft caps on Weapons (5), Tools (5), and Consumables (10).Unlimited→Limited
◆Other changes4
- Quickplay
- Introduced a streamlined, solo-only game mode where players race to close Rifts and absorb Wellspring energy to save their Hunter.→Added
- Wellspring:The last Hunter to control the Wellspring when it runs dry survives and can recruit the Hunter into their Bloodline.→Last Controller
- HellhoundsHellhounds can now be dismembered upon death, bringing them in line with other AI.→Added
- Lawson DeltaLawson Delta can now have multiple bounty targets present in a single mission.1→Multiple
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Patch history
- Update 2.8.0.3 Now LiveJun 17, 2026 · 1mo
Update 2.8.0.3 focuses on buffing the Uppercut's damage and reserve ammo, alongside several critical stability fixes and trait improvements.
+3→ - Update 2.8.0.1 Now LiveJun 11, 2026 · 1mo
Update 2.8.0.1 restores missing custom Special Long Ammo and addresses community feedback regarding POI density and ammo meta shifts.
+2→ - →Update 2.7.1.2 Deploying on 20th May, at 09:00 CESTMay 19, 2026 · 2mo
Update 2.7.1.2 is a minor client update focused on polishing and stability, deployed via a zero-downtime process.
- Hotfix 2.7.0.3 Now LiveMar 23, 2026 · 4mo
Hotfix 2.7.0.3 removes the All Ears trait and addresses spawning issues in Bounty Clash and PS5 stability.
−1→ - Update 2.6.0.1 Now LiveDec 17, 2025 · 7mo
Update 2.6.0.1 focuses on economy adjustments, removing time limits on Story Challenges, and fixing progression and stat tracking bugs.
+4→ - →Update 2.5.0.1 Live Now!Oct 9, 2025 · 9mo
Update 2.5.0.1 focuses on quality-of-life fixes regarding the UI, map markers, and mission transitions.
- Update 2.4.0.2 Now Live!Aug 4, 2025 · 11mo
Update 2.4.0.2 focuses on fixing a charm display bug and a critical ammo exploit.
−1→ - Update 2.4.0.1 Now AvailableJul 9, 2025 · 12mo
Update 2.4.0.1 focuses on Water Devil balance adjustments, the return of The Skinned, and various stability and audio bug fixes.
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