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Monthly Patch: July 2026
This month is a little light on content as we've spent a good chunk of time diagnosing and working on a number of micro optimizations. The hope is that these micro optimizations add up for folks (especially on the lower…
Patch notes28 changesFixPerformance - Embers Adrift
Dev Server Updates - July 2026
July 22 Removed a number of unused shader references (reduced build size and memory footprint). Adjusted material for Halt's VFX. Set appropriate culling layer and static shadow casters on resource nodes. Removed out of…
Patch notes12 changesFixPerformance - Embers Adrift
A Well-Earned Rest
Every adventurer deserves a well-earned rest, and this month we're making that a little easier with a new gathering bank, a hearthstone-like ability, and rested experience, along with a number of fixes and minor updates…
Event24 changesFixGameplay - Embers Adrift
Dev Server Updates - June 2026
June 17th Fixed rested xp bar going blank after turning in a Bulletin Board Task. Ember Hearth tooltip improvements. Added Ember Hearth VFX & Animations. June 10th Character's have been copied over from live as of June…
Store26 changesFixUI/audio - Embers Adrift
Monthly Patch: May 2026
This month's patch is a bit lighter as our efforts have been focused on two separate water related activities. However, we were able to sneak in some updates along with a new challenge. Updates Adjusted LODs for rocks i…
Event17 changesFixGameplay - Embers Adrift
Hot Fix
Fixed a rare bug that could cause challenges to never reset. Fixed a bug with resource nodes preventing them from being looted if all loot was not removed on the first pass. Fixed missing snow textures on Ibaxus ruins.
Announcement3 changesFix - Embers Adrift
Challenges
This month we are introducing a new type of content to Embers Adrift we refer to as "Challenges". These are timed events held within sealed locations throughout the world, and represent our approach to brining instanced…
Security35 changes1 numericFix - Embers Adrift
Hot Fix
Fixed some navmesh issues in Ibaxus that were causing some mobs to spawn underground. Thanks again for the continued /reports! Fixed snow UV tiling issues for terrains. More work to be done here in a future patch.
Announcement3 changesFix - Embers Adrift
Monthly Patch: March 2026
This month's patch is a little lighter than usual as most of our efforts have been towards an upcoming feature. In the mean time enjoy a few updates and fixes! Updates Updated line-of-sight animator culling algorithm to…
Patch notes14 changesFixGameplay - Embers Adrift
[RESOLVED] Extended Downtime
To address some hardware failures with our live server we are currently in the process of migrating to a different host. We anticipate the game being down for 12-24hrs while we work though this. Whew that was a ride! We…
Announcement4 changesServerPerformance - Embers Adrift
Hot Fix
Fixed an issue with Central Ibaxus Buckler stats. Fixed an issue with grass textures in windy environments. Fixed over-the-shoulder camera zoom not saving between sessions or zoning. Fixed locomotion footstep audio play…
Announcement2 changesFixGameplay - Embers Adrift
Hot Fix & Optimizations
The latest patch introduced some performance regressions and issues that we are rectifying in this hot fix. Additionally, we were able to perform a shader optimization pass and free up about 2GB of RAM while the game is…
Announcement10 changesFixPerformance - Embers Adrift
Making It Rain
This month brings one of the most significant atmospheric updates: a dynamic weather system featuring rain, snow, thunderstorms, and seasonal climates that breathe new life into the world. It also includes an upgraded U…
Event19 changesFixPerformance - Embers Adrift
Dev Server Updates - February 2026
February 23 Fixed spelling error on Ibaxian Pendants. Fixed Central Ibaxus crossbows from not having an appropriate color. Precipitation: Continued prop updates to support precipitation. Rain & Snow particle system opti…
Security26 changesFixUI/audio - Embers Adrift
Monthly Patch: January 2026
This month's patch includes a number of fixes, balance adjustments, and the first pass at our weather simulation. In addition, we are continuing to move all in-game textures to a higher quality compression format so thi…
Store59 changes1 numericFix - Embers Adrift
Dev Server Updates - January 2026
January 22 (v2) Fixed an issue with map initialization for Highland Basin. Reduced max wetness on vegetation. Rebaked Newhaven Valley/City/Northreach imposters to 80%. Adjusted rain and wind audio priority. Added "(SERV…
Store119 changesFixMaps
