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Steam News13 June 202621d ago

Haunting Overhaul! (MAJOR UPDATE)

Update Highlights Apparition Overhaul The Apparition now pays much closer attention to player behavior.

In this update10

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What changed

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  • Gameplay
  • Maps
  • Store
  • Balance
  • UI and audio
  • Performance
changedApparition OverhaulThe Apparition now pays much closer attention to player behavior. Actions such as improper kills, reckless movement, and other disruptive choices will increase its aggression throughout the match.
addedWeapon CachesWeapons are no longer handed out freely. Hidden caches can now be discovered throughout the map, including hollow tree stumps and disturbed graves. Exploration is now the primary way to expand your arsenal beyond the starting pistol.Steam post image
addedRest RoomsNew pond-side rest areas have been added across the map, offering a brief respite from the hunt.
changedRest RoomsPurchase upgrades from picnic baskets
changedRest RoomsRecover health at campfires
changedHUD OverhaulThe interface has been completely redesigned to prioritize important information while reducing visual clutter. The result is a cleaner, more readable experience.

Phasmonauts changes

changedThe Apparition now pays much closer attention to player behavior. Actions such as improper kills, reckless movement, and other disruptive choices will increase its aggression throughout the match.
addedWeapons are no longer handed out freely. Hidden caches can now be discovered throughout the map, including hollow tree stumps and disturbed graves. Exploration is now the primary way to expand your arsenal beyond the starting pistol.Steam post image
addedNew pond-side rest areas have been added across the map, offering a brief respite from the hunt.
changedPurchase upgrades from picnic baskets
changedRecover health at campfires

Update Highlights

Apparition Overhaul

The Apparition now pays much closer attention to player behavior. Actions such as improper kills, reckless movement, and other disruptive choices will increase its aggression throughout the match.

Weapon Caches

Weapons are no longer handed out freely. Hidden caches can now be discovered throughout the map, including hollow tree stumps and disturbed graves. Exploration is now the primary way to expand your arsenal beyond the starting pistol.Steam post image

Rest Rooms

New pond-side rest areas have been added across the map, offering a brief respite from the hunt.

  • Purchase upgrades from picnic baskets

  • Recover health at campfires

  • Regroup before pushing deeper into the wilderness

HUD Overhaul

The interface has been completely redesigned to prioritize important information while reducing visual clutter. The result is a cleaner, more readable experience.

Storage System Improvements

Lockers and storage containers have been reworked and should now function reliably without the issues present in previous builds.

Enemy Progression & Balance

Enemy spawning has received a major balance pass.

  • Improved overall spawn pacing

  • Mutants are now easier to identify through skull particle effects

  • Reduced excessive mutant spawn chains

Secret Craftables

  • REDACTED

Quality of Life

  • Items can no longer drift outside of the playable map area

  • Various gameplay improvements and polish

Bug Fixes

  • General bug fixes and stability improvements

Source

Steam News / 13 June 2026

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