Official patch

Hotfix 4

Multiplayer stability improved, laptop GPU and texture issues were fixed, NPC sleep behavior changed and the missing Spongestone was placed.

Current Early AccessPublished Aug 18, 2026Checked Aug 19, 2026

Multiplayer and performance

  • Improved multiplayer stability, with more work still planned.
  • Fixed texture issues on some GPUs.
  • Fixed improper iGPU selection on some laptops.

World and NPCs

  • Toned down Brandbearer fire VFX.
  • NPCs should no longer get stuck on their beds after sleeping or self-immolate.
  • Placed the previously missing Spongestone.
  • Applied level-design cleanup.

Hotfix 4 confirms that Spongestone exists and was placed. It does not publish the exact route, so location claims remain gated.

See which Hotfix 4 fixes matter before manual performance troubleshooting.

Official Hotfix 4 notes