This patch breaks several pre-existing mods (particularly those altering Mage AI). If you use mods like “No Mage Chase” or “Unlimited Stamina,” disable them before updating.
For veteran players seeking variety, the update added Item Randomizer and Monster Randomizer options.
The standout addition in this version is the , which provides an alternative balance and feel to the game compared to the original "Classic" experience.
From the bog ahead, a Mage of Tides rose—but wrong. Its model clipped through itself. Its attack patterns were those of a Pyromancer, reskinned. It roared with the voice of a Saltborn Villager. This was not a hunt. This was a debug monster.
Conversely, pure archery builds took a hidden nerf because Mages stop running sooner—archers lost their ability to cheese fleeing targets from across the map.
Players can now finally quit directly to the desktop, skip opening logos, and choose to hide their character’s helmet in the options. Key Patch Notes and Bug Fixes