What changed in Black Desert in 2026
131 updates · 7 main milestones · Jan 8, 2026 to Nov 6, 2026
- 1 eventShakatu's Special Login Rewardsseasonal event
Login rewards available from November 6 to December 2, 2026, including Shakatu's Gleaming Chest and up to 2,000 Crons.
Steam - 4 eventsShakatu's Month Beginsseasonal event
Special gifts and events from Shakatu Merchants from November 5 to December 3, 2026.
SteamShakatu's Trade Secret Eventseasonal eventOnce per family deal available from November 5 to November 12, 2026, including various rewards.
SteamCombat Special Pass Saleseasonal eventSpecial Pass available for purchase from the Pearl Shop from November 5 to December 3, 2026.
SteamShakatu Merchants Trade Token Introducedseasonal eventA special token for trading with Shakatu Merchants, available during the event.
Steam - 4 eventsWeekly Rawr-Rawr Subjugation Questgameplay
Available from Oct 29 to Nov 11, 2026, with various rewards.
SteamBegin Master Class 2026 with Black Desert Dayseasonal eventEvent from Oct 30 to Nov 2, 2026, with rewards for participation.
SteamDellus's Special Shop OpensshopLimited goods available for purchase from Oct 29 to Nov 12, 2026.
Steam - 2 eventsWorld Boss Innocence Mk XII Eventseasonal event
Innocence Mk XII, a World Boss, has appeared in the Spooky Playground. Players can use Transformation Scrolls to participate.
SteamWorld Boss Spawn Times and Lootseasonal eventDetails on spawn times and loot for the World Boss Innocence Mk XII, including guaranteed and chance-based rewards.
Steam - 5 eventsGift for Bringers of Good Eventseasonal event
Help drive back the Daemon and claim the 'Silence of the Good' helmet outfit as a reward.
SteamChapter 2: Special Monster - Pumpkin Appearsseasonal eventDefeat the Pumpkin during subjugation to earn various rewards.
SteamTo the Battlefield EventshopPurchase the Special Solare Pass to gain points based on Arena of Solare ranked match results.
SteamDaily Special Pass with the DevilshopPurchase the Daily Special Pass from the Pearl Shop to unlock bonus rewards.
SteamWeekly Ranked Victory Eventseasonal eventWin ranked matches weekly to complete quests and earn rewards.
Steam - 3 eventsEvil Stirs at Marni's Playgroundseasonal event
Marni's Spooky Playground returns with new challenges and rewards from Oct 8 to Nov 5, 2026.
SteamWeekly Quest: Two Games in the Spooky PlaygroundgameplayComplete weekly quests in Marni's Spooky Playground from Oct 8 to Nov 4, 2026, for rewards.
SteamAwaken the Dream Aura Eventseasonal eventParticipate in the Awaken the Dream Aura event from Oct 8 to Nov 5, 2026, and collect Trace of Dream weekly.
Steam - 1 eventSpecial Login Rewardsseasonal event
Special daily login rewards available from October 2 to October 28, 2026.
Steam - 7 eventsWeekly & Family Questsseasonal event
New weekly and family quests available during the event period.
SteamCombat Special Passseasonal eventEarn extra loot by defeating monsters with the Combat Special Pass.
SteamHot Time Eventseasonal eventMilestoneSpecial Hot Time event with increased EXP and item drop rates.
SteamAutumn Festival 60-Min Login Challengeseasonal eventLogin challenge during the Autumn Festival from Sept 24 to Sept 30.
SteamPearl-Bearing Clam Fishing Spotseasonal eventNew fishing spot for three types of pearl-bearing clams.
SteamLiving off the Land Eventseasonal eventIncludes double moles and a special weekly quest for hunters.
SteamSpecial Fortune from Donghwa's Giftsseasonal eventA gift of fortune from Donghwa with chances to win Pearls and special rewards.
Steam - 3 eventsDalishain's Records Weekly Questsseasonal event
Weekly quests available from Dalishain in major cities with rewards including cooking and alchemy tools.
SteamCooking / Alchemy Hot Timeseasonal eventExperience a +50% boost in Cooking and Alchemy EXP during the hot time event.
SteamBlack Desert Weekend with Cool Breezeseasonal eventA surprise black desert weekend event featuring rewards for players participating in World Chat.
Steam - 3 eventsCombat BOOST from Olvia Academyseasonal event
Event quests available under Quests (O) - New, providing various supplies.
SteamGuild League Regular Season Beginsseasonal eventThe faster-paced Guild League regular season starts with revamped rules.
SteamGreat Ocean Update: Sailing & Barter Hot Timeseasonal eventSailing EXP and Barter EXP increased by 100%, and Sailor EXP from Great Ocean monster subjugation doubled.
Steam - 1 eventAltar of Blood Eventseasonal event
From Aug 23 to Sept 5, 2026, players can clear stages for bonus rewards including up to 3 billion Silver.
Steam - 1 eventDaily Login Combat Suppliesseasonal event
From Aug 21 to Aug 26, 2026, players can receive various combat supplies for logging in daily.
Steam - 3 eventsSailing Special Passnew content
Available from Aug 20 to Sept 23, 2026, to help players build their carrack faster.
SteamMysterious Ore Eventseasonal eventSubjugate and mine for Mysterious Ores to help Dalishain's research. Available from Aug 20 to Sept 3, 2026.
SteamNew Chance-Based Rewardsnew contentIncludes new items such as Crystal of Void, Ancient Magic Crystal of Crimson Flame, and more.
Steam - 5 eventsGuild League Focus Weekseasonal event
Special event with enhanced victory and defeat rewards for guild members.
SteamGuild Recruitment Eventseasonal eventJoin a guild and log in for 2 days to claim new recruit rewards.
SteamNext Guild League Season Announcementseasonal eventRegular Guild League season returns on Aug 27, 2026.
SteamGuild Member Rewards for Winsseasonal eventRewards issued to guild members based on the number of wins achieved by the Guild Defender.
SteamPersonal Match Rewardsseasonal eventRewards sent to Black Spirit's Safe after each match based on victory or defeat.
Steam - 11 eventsTriple Vell and Garmoth Rewardsseasonal event
Triple rewards from the World Bosses Vell and Garmoth from July 30 to August 13.
SteamCreate and Graduate a Season CharactergameplayPlayers can create and graduate a season character to receive a PEN (V) Tuvala Gear Set.
SteamOperation Level-Up EventgameplayAn event running from July 30 to August 27 to level up with the new class.
SteamPath to 750 Gear ScoregameplayComplete HYPERBOOST and additional content to reach 750 Gear Score.
SteamHYPERBOOST Season Pass Launchnew contentThe HYPERBOOST Season Pass has been renewed with new progression goals.
SteamDaily Special Pass AvailableshopPurchase the Daily Special Pass in the Pearl Shop for additional rewards.
SteamIntroduction of New Class Agentnew contentMilestoneThe new class 'Agent' has been added to the game.
SteamIncreased Character Slot Limitnew contentThe character slot limit has been increased by 3, up to a maximum of 47 slots.
SteamComplete Alustin's Support QuestsgameplayComplete quests to receive 6 PEN (V) Kharazad Accessories.
SteamBlack Shrine Boss Blitz EventgameplayParticipate in the event to receive 4 Pieces of Slumbering Origin Gear.
Steam - 3 eventsDaily 24-Hour Ticking Couponsquality of life
New coupon available every day at 00:00 (UTC) to celebrate 4 years of global self-publishing.
SteamPatrigio's Shop Open with Special Dealsnew contentPatrigio's Shop opens from July 2 to July 16, 2026, featuring special deals and items.
SteamSolare Season Finale: Party Rumbleseasonal eventJoin a casual event from July 2 to July 23, 2026, competing with two other Adventurers.
Steam - 3 eventsDaily Special Pass with New Glassesshop
New glasses available for purchase with a special pass during the sale period.
SteamCultural Souvenirs Eventseasonal eventSpecial commemorative furniture and food from around the world available in the Pearl Shop.
SteamFierce Red Battlefield Questsseasonal eventComplete Family Quests to receive additional rewards in the Fierce Red Battlefield.
Steam - 1 eventDaily Login Challenge for Desert Lightseasonal event
Login daily to earn Desert Light and other rewards from June 19 to July 15, 2026.
Steam - 4 eventsLorenzo Murray's Request Weekly Questsseasonal event
Complete two weekly quests to obtain Training supplies.
SteamCombat Special Pass Launchseasonal eventDefeat monsters in any monster zone to claim rewards during the Combat Special Pass event.
SteamImperial Horse Delivery Eventseasonal eventComplete the event to receive 2x Flower of Oblivion and Imperial Training Delivery Invoice.
SteamMount & Training EXP Hot Timeseasonal eventEnjoy 50% increased Training and Mount EXP during the event period.
Steam - 4 eventsSummon the Monsters Eventseasonal event
Event running from June 4, 2026 to June 18, 2026, featuring summoned monsters and rewards.
SteamSpecial Login Rewards Eventseasonal eventLogin rewards available from June 5, 2026 to July 22, 2026.
Steam4th Anniversary Celebration Announcementseasonal eventCelebration of Global Self-Publishing anniversary on June 23, 2026 with various rewards.
SteamInland Node War Support Eventseasonal eventNode War participation event from June 4, 2026 to July 2, 2026 with bonus rewards.
Steam - 5 eventsToward a New Throne - Arena of Solare Event Questseasonal event
Participate in the Arena of Solare event quest for rewards including outfit boxes and Cron Stones.
SteamSolare Special Pass to Victoryseasonal eventEarn points in Arena of Solare ranked matches and receive rewards from the Solare Special Pass.
SteamLucky Hot Time for Adventureseasonal eventEnjoy increased combat, skill, and life/mount experience during Lucky Hot Times.
SteamBliss and Fortune in Monsters and Fishseasonal eventFind Blissful Boxes in monster zones that drop special boxes.
Steam - 4 eventsAdventures with Your Horse Eventseasonal event
Increased Training and Mount EXP for a limited time.
SteamQuality-of-Life Updates for Barteringquality of lifeVarious updates to improve the bartering experience.
SteamSailing and Training Hot Time Eventseasonal eventExperience increased Sailing and Barter EXP during the event period.
SteamNew Accessory: Pixel Sunglassesnew contentAvailable through the Daily Special Pass during the sale period.
Steam - 6 eventsChoose Your Path Eventseasonal event
Select from three paths for potential rewards from Apr 9 to May 20, 2026.
SteamSeals of Choice Rewardsseasonal eventCollect Seals of Choice from Apr 9 to May 7, 2026, to exchange for various rewards.
SteamGuild Rank Rewards Eventseasonal eventCompete with your guild for rank rewards from Apr 9 to Apr 23, 2026.
SteamRevamped Red Battlefield Challengeseasonal eventJoin the revamped Red Battlefield for more tokens through victories from Apr 9 to Apr 23, 2026.
SteamNA vs EU Showdown at Heidel Ball 2026seasonal eventMilestoneSign up for the 3v3 PvP Tournament until Apr 16, 2026.
SteamColorful Tulips for Your Manorseasonal eventDecorate your manor with six different colored tulips from Apr 9 to Apr 23, 2026.
Steam - 3 eventsCo-op Atoraxxion Bonus Rewardsseasonal event
Complete co-op Atoraxxion weekly for bonus rewards from Mar 19 to Apr 1, 2026.
SteamExtra ADV Ticket on the Weekendseasonal eventClaim an additional 10th Anniversary ADV Ticket on Mar 21-22, 2026.
SteamPatrigio's Secret Shop Opensseasonal eventPatrigio's Special Shop of Secret Boxes available from Mar 19 to Apr 2, 2026.
Steam - 3 eventsDecade-Infused Pearls Eventseasonal event
Collect Anniversary Seal - Decade-Infused Pearl from Mar 12 to Mar 26, 2026, exchangeable for Pearl items.
SteamHot Time Eventseasonal event2 weeks of extra Hot Time with 500% Combat EXP, 200% Skill EXP, 50% Life EXP, and 50% Item Drop Rate from Mar 12 to Mar 26, 2026.
SteamBonus Rewards from Hwanghaeseasonal eventEarn bonus loot for every boss subjugated in Hwanghae (Party) from Mar 8 to Mar 21, 2026.
Steam - 5 events10th Anniversary Special Login Rewardsseasonal event
Receive a coupon as part of the 10th Anniversary celebration.
SteamExclusive Story Quest for Dark Prince Outfitnew contentComplete a limited-time quest to obtain a permanent new fairy skin, Soulsoothing Fairy Appearance.
Steam10th Anniversary Cake Boss Spawnsnew contentInteract with the Gift Box to reveal the hidden 10th Anniversary Cake.
SteamDark Prince Outfit Introductionnew contentNew steel armor created for the 10th Anniversary celebration.
SteamNew Black Shrine Boss - Oduksininew contentMilestoneOduksini added to the Black Shrine at Calamity levels 8, 9, and 10.
Steam - 5 eventsDecade-Infused Pearlsnew content
Collect Decade-Infused Pearls by defeating enemies, gathering, and fishing to trade for rewards.
Steam10th Anniversary Celebration Eventsseasonal eventMilestoneJoin the anniversary fun with special events and rewards for Black Desert's 10th anniversary in NA/EU.
SteamCinematic Action Video Contestseasonal eventCreators can submit cinematic action videos for a chance to win an AMD GPU and a trip to Heidel Ball 2026.
SteamCapture Your Action Eventseasonal eventParticipate by sharing in-game photos or fan art for a chance to win an AMD PC.
SteamAnniversary Rewardsnew contentRewards include Shining Adventurer Support Package, Ultimate Premium Enhancement Box, and more.
Steam - 8 eventsRed Horse Pouch of Fortune Rewardsnew content
Open to obtain various items including Mystical Spirit Powder and Cron Stones.
SteamLunar New Year Special Login Rewardsnew contentDaily rewards for logging in during the event period.
SteamRed Horse's Aura Buffnew contentGrants extra AP, monster damage reduction, and death penalty resistance for 5 minutes.
SteamNew Red Seabream Types for Fishingnew contentThree types of Red Seabream available during the event, with high selling prices.
SteamSpecial Boxes in Monster Zonesnew contentSpecial gift boxes have appeared in monster zones, providing buffs and items.
SteamLunar New Year Hot Time Eventseasonal eventMilestoneCelebrate the holidays with 1000% Combat EXP, 400% Skill EXP, and 100% Item Drop Rate.
SteamDaily Special Pass AvailableshopPurchase the Daily Special Pass from the Pearl Shop to unlock extra rewards.
Steam - 4 eventsValentine's Day Special: Sweets Research Labseasonal event
Accept 'Sweets Research Lab' from Crio in Velia to celebrate Valentine's Day and complete the quest for rewards.
Steam1 Fuel for Item Copy EventgameplayCopy your gear to another class using only 1 Marni's Unstable Fuel during the event period.
SteamVictory Awaits in Red Battlefieldseasonal eventJoin the battle in Valencia City and complete three weekly quests for rewards.
SteamBittersweet Valentine at the Academyseasonal eventParticipate in the Valentine's Day event by choosing a theme and sharing a screenshot for rewards.
Steam - 4 eventsIntroduction of the Red Hare Mountnew contentMilestone
A new Tier 8 horse, the Red Hare, has been introduced with unique characteristics and breeding mechanics.
SteamTraining Hot Time Eventseasonal eventA Training EXP+ Hot Time event begins, offering double rewards for horse training.
SteamFebruary Daily Login Rewardsseasonal eventRevamped daily login rewards for February featuring new items.
SteamThe Red Hare's Chosen QuestgameplayA new quest to tame the Red Hare and obtain rewards has been added.
Steam - 3 eventsWeekly Quest Rewards Increasedgameplay
Complete existing weekly quests to unlock increased rewards for various quests.
SteamSnowboard Showdown Hot Timeseasonal eventParticipate in the Snowboard Showdown event from Jan 22 to Feb 5, 2026.
SteamOrnette/Odore's Essence Eventseasonal eventEarn Ornette & Odore’s Spirit Essence Crafting Materials from Jan 22 to Feb 4, 2026.
Steam - 3 eventsVell/Garmoth Subjugation Eventseasonal event
Defeat Vell or Garmoth to claim extra reward bundles during the event period.
SteamNode Wars Participation Rewardsseasonal eventEarn personal and guild rewards for participating in Node Wars.
SteamDalishain's Research Eventseasonal eventCollect Mysterious Ore through PvE or Mining to obtain various crystals and items.
Steam - 3 eventsUpgraded Guild Missionsgameplay
New Guild Subjugation/Life Skill event missions available from Jan 8 to Jan 22, 2026.
SteamYear of the Red Horse Login Specialseasonal eventLog in daily for 21 days to claim special rewards from Jan 9 to Feb 11, 2026.
SteamReduced Cooldown for Guild Skillsquality of lifeCooldown for certain guild skills reduced from 4 hours to 60 minutes during the event.
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