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Major Update v0.8.8 Skills Update Is Live
Major Update v0.8.8 Skills Update Every single day we keep pushing Plains of Pain forward. We work, test, discuss, rebalance, rewrite, and polish because this world means a lot to us. But what truly gives us energy is y…
Roadmap for the Upcoming Weeks Revealed and Big Surprise
Roadmap for the Upcoming Weeks and a Big Surprise We promised to share what is coming next. Today, we are ready to give you a clear look at what we are working on in the upcoming weeks. The recent Buff system was just t…
Update v0.8.7 Buffs Part II and QoL Changes
Regular Update v0.8.7 Buffs Part II and Quality of Life Changes We are continuing to build on the new Buff system introduced in the previous update. This is Part II, where we expand the system further and start shaping…
Planned Server Restart Window (19-20 UTC, April 23, 2026)
Scheduled Official Server Restart We will perform a scheduled restart of all official servers during the following window: 19:00 to 20:00 UTC This restart is required for maintenance and ongoing improvements. Restart Wi…
Major Update v0.8.6 Introducing Buff System
Major Update v0.8.6 Introducing Buffs We are opening a completely new layer of gameplay in Plains of Pain. With this update, we are introducing the Buff System. This is not just a feature. It is a fundamental rework of…
Servers Restarting Today
Scheduled Official Server Restart 16.04.2026 We will perform a scheduled restart of all official servers on 16.04.2026 during the following window: 19:00 to 20:00 UTC This restart is required for maintenance and ongoing…
QoL Update v0.8.5 Improvements and Fixes
QoL Update v0.8.5 Is Now Live We continue refining the experience with smaller but important improvements that make everyday gameplay smoother, clearer, and more immersive. This update focuses on quality of life, visual…
Scheduled Server Maintenance All Servers (9-11 UTC, April 4, 2026)
Scheduled Official Server Maintenance (April 4, 2026) We will perform a scheduled restarts of all official servers and all 4netplayers servers on Saturday, April 4, 2026 during the following window: 09:00 to 11:00 UTC T…
QoL Update v0.8.4 Hobo Hauler and Legendary Bonuses
QoL Update v0.8.4 Is Now Live We continue pushing forward with improvements that make the wasteland feel more alive, more dynamic, and more rewarding to explore. This update brings a mix of new encounters, new power pro…
Scheduled Server Restart 02.04.2026
Scheduled Official Server Restart 02.04.2026 We will perform a scheduled restart of all official servers on 02.04.2026 during the following window: 09:00 to 10:00 UTC This restart is required to deploy the upcoming QoL…
Hotfix v0.8.3.15.d
Greetings, Wastelanders, We hope you're enjoying your weekend in Plains of Pain! We've just deployed a small hotfix addressing an occlusion culling issue tied to certain camera FOV settings — no more disappearing object…
Update v0.8.3.15 Ice Cream Truck Trader and More
Update v0.8.3.15 Is Now Live We keep pushing forward every single day. Step by step, update by update, shaping Plains of Pain into something deeper, more alive, and more connected to how you actually play. This update m…
Scheduled Server Maintenance 19.03.2026
Scheduled Server Maintenance 19.03.2026 We will perform scheduled maintenance on all official servers on 19.03.2026 during the following window: 10:00 to 11:00 UTC This maintenance is required to ensure stability and pr…
Custom World and Difficulty Update v0.8.3 Is Live
Custom World & Difficulty Update v0.8.3 Today we are proud to release one of the most requested updates from the community. From the very beginning of Plains of Pain development we promised ourselves one thing. This wor…
Scheduled Server Restart 12.03.2026
Scheduled Official Server Restart We will perform a scheduled restart of all official servers on Thursday 12.03.2026 during the following window: 18:00 to 19:00 UTC This restart is required to deploy the upcoming game u…
Custom World and Difficulty Settings Update Incoming
A Huge Improvement Is Coming to Plains of Pain World Control Custom World and Difficulty Settings Arrive Thursday 12.03.2026 We would like to share something we have been working on every day behind the scenes. Over the…
Urgent Hotfix Server Restart Incoming
Urgent Hotfix Server Restart Incoming Due to an important hotfix, we will perform a server restart during the following window: 19:00 to 20:00 UTC This restart is required to deploy a critical fix and ensure continued s…
Update 0.8.2 New Quest Log and Persistent Gear
Update v0.8.2 Is Now Live We continue pushing forward step by step, refining systems, improving stability, and adding features that the community has been asking for. Every update brings us closer to the experience we a…
Scheduled Server Restart and Patch Deployment
Scheduled Official Server Restart We will perform a scheduled restart of all official servers today during the following window: 20:00 to 21:00 UTC This restart is required to deploy an upcoming patch focused on importa…
Experimental Testing Quest Log and Core Optimizations
Experimental Testing Now Available We are launching a new experimental testing phase focused on major improvements and upcoming systems. If you are willing to help us test, explore, and shape these features before full…
