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Hello Trovians!
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The year is off to a strong start, and Trove have been buzzing with activity. From welcoming the new year alongside fluttering butterflies to cheering on creative builds and looking ahead to some trovian-favorite events, there’s plenty to catch up on. Let’s look at what happened last month, and what exciting adventures are coming up next.
🦋✨ RenewUs ’26
RenewUs ’26 welcomed in the new year with the return of the RenewUs Butterfly, a long-lost symbol of renewal fluttering back into Trove. Throughout the event, Trovians worked together to help restore its population, celebrate fresh beginnings, and embark on a seasonal journey that set the tone for 2026.
🎥 Stream Competition
We kicked off the year with our first stream of 2026, featuring Trove’s very first Live Building Contest! Our amazing Content Creators showed off their creativity live on stream, and we’re happy to congratulate Air Rider, our first-ever MasterBuilder winner. A huge thank-you to everyone who joined us, participated, and shared the fun.
February is packed with events, including two Trove favorites that many Trovians have been eagerly waiting for.
🐞💞 Heckbugs In Love ‘26
Starting early February
Love is in the air… but in Trove, it can get a little dangerous. During Heckbugs in Love, H.E.C.K. (Helpers of Exotic Creatures... for Karma!) is back and you’ll choose your path: help the Heckbugs find love or hunt down those that are just too heckin’ much. Whether you’re matchmaking or heck’mashing, expect chaos, charm, and plenty of rewards along the way.
🐴 Lunar New Year 2026
Starting mid-February
Celebrate the Year of the Horse with a brand-new Lunar New Year event! Gallop into the festivities and earn horse-themed rewards as you take part in this colorful seasonal celebration. It’s the perfect way to keep the new year’s momentum going, Trovian!
Stream & PTS Announcement
And you thought we were done?
On February 6, we’ll be hosting our second stream of the year, this time featuring members of the dev team and a first look at an upcoming new feature. We’ll also be sharing details about when you can jump in through the PTS, giving you an early chance to try it out and help us make it even better.
Thank you to everyone who shared their questions on our Discord! We’ve picked some of the most frequently asked topics and answered them below.
When will the Marketplace reopen?
Reopening the Marketplace remains one of our top priorities. Since last month, we’ve been making steady progress on solutions that will allow us to safely bring it back while protecting the game economy and ensuring fair conditions for everyone.
Right now, these systems are actively being tested. The implementation of our solution takes time, and while everything is moving in the right direction, it’s important for us to do this properly.
Thank you for your trust and patience while we work through this.
Do you have a plan to efficiently handle reported cheaters/dupers to maintain fair-play?
Yes. Maintaining fair play is a priority for us.
We have an established reporting system both in-game and outside the game to ensure cheaters and dupers are reviewed efficiently. Players can submit detailed reports along with supporting evidence through our official reporting portal. Each report is reviewed by our team to help maintain a fair and healthy environment for everyone.
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