What changed in Deep Rock Galactic in 2025

116 updates · 20 main milestones · Jan 30, 2025 to Dec 18, 2025

  1. 12 events
    New Tomten Hat Availablenew content

    Players can grab the new Tomten hat by completing a specific work assignment.

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    Yuletide Elf Hunt Assignment Returnsnew content

    Players can complete the Yuletide Elf Hunt assignment to acquire new items including the Chillaxe pickaxe set.

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    Yuletide 2025 Event Launchseasonal eventMilestone

    The Yuletide 2025 event is now live, featuring new content and returning missions.

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    Yuletide 2025 Event Announcementseasonal eventMilestone

    Yuletide event starts on December 18th and runs until January 6th, featuring festive outfits and activities.

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    Space Rig Yuletide Decorationsvisuals

    The Space Rig is decorated with colorful lights and ornaments for the Yuletide season.

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    Wintery Decor in Space Rigvisuals

    The Space Rig has been decorated for the winter season.

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    Yuletide Elf Hunt Assignmentgameplay

    Complete the Yuletide Elf Hunt assignment to unlock new cosmetic items including the Chillaxe pickaxe set and Yuletide Special Bosco framework.

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    Double Mission Performance Point Bonusgameplay

    Earn Double Mission Performance Point Bonus for each mission completed where an elf is deposited.

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    Previous Yuletide Hats Returnnew content

    All previous Yuletide hats from former events are now available for players to collect.

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    Double Performance Pass Point Bonusgameplay

    Players can search for and deposit elves to earn a double performance pass point bonus.

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    Tomten Hat Rewardnew content

    Complete the Yearly Performance Bonus assignment to receive the Tomten hat along with extra Performance Points and resources.

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    Fashion of Yuletide Past Assignmentnew content

    Complete this assignment to unlock Yuletide cosmetics from past years’ celebrations.

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  2. 8 events
    New Season Event: Ossium Raidnew contentMilestone

    A new seasonal event featuring the Bone Collector enemy and a treasure hunt for crystallized Ossium.

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    Rogue Core Early Access Delayother

    The Early Access release of Rogue Core has been pushed to Q2 2026.

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    Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor Mobile Launchnew content

    Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor is now available on mobile platforms.

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    New Performance Passnew content

    A new Performance Pass with unlockable items including hats, facial hair, and a new Weapon Framework.

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    New Enemies: Ossiran Scrab & Ossiran Pit Jawnew contentMilestone

    Two new enemies introduced: Ossiran Scrab, a scavenger drone, and Ossiran Pit Jaw, a burrowing predator.

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    New Biome: Ossuary Depthsnew contentMilestone

    A new biome called Ossuary Depths has been discovered, featuring unique environmental elements and lore.

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    New Mission: Heavy Excavationnew contentMilestone

    A new primary mission objective focused on excavating deposits of Resinite Mass.

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    Deep Rock Galactic Season 06 Announcementseasonal eventMilestone

    Season 06 is confirmed and set to release in Q1 2026.

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  3. 10 events
    Hoxxes Halloween 2025 Launchseasonal eventMilestone

    Hoxxes Halloween 2025 is now live with various new features and events.

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    Double Performance XPbalance change

    Players will earn double performance XP during the Halloween event.

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    Spooktacular Decorations for Space Rigvisuals

    The Space Rig will be decorated with eerie adornments for the Halloween event.

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    Spookily Decorated Space Rigvisuals

    The Space Rig has been decorated for the Halloween event.

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    Last Year's Horrors Assignmentnew content

    Complete this assignment to acquire Halloween headwear from previous years.

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    Hoxxes Halloween 2025 Event Announcementseasonal eventMilestone

    Hoxxes Halloween 2025 kicks off on October 30, 2025, and runs until November 13, 2025.

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    Dawn of the Spawn Headwearnew content

    Complete a special assignment to acquire the new headwear.

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    New Hat: Dawn of the Spawnnew content

    A new hat has been introduced for players to collect during the event.

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    Return of Previous Halloween Hatsnew content

    All previous Halloween hats are available again for players.

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    Double Performance Point Bonus for Skull Collectiongameplay

    Earn double performance points for bringing back skulls during missions.

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  4. 2 events
    Updated Photo-Sensitivity Effectsquality of life

    Added some effects to change when using the photo-sensitivity options.

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    Fixed Profanity Filteringbug fix

    Profanity filtering now works and follows your Steam settings.

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  5. 13 events
    Rocktoberfest 2025 Celebrationseasonal event

    Rocktoberfest celebrations are live with dancing, drinking, and new assignments.

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    Best Wurst Beer Returnsnew content

    The Best Wurst Beer will be available again for a limited time.

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    Double XP for Best Wurst Beer Mugsgameplay

    Bring back a Best Wurst Beer mug to earn Double XP.

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    Previous Rocktoberfest Hats Availablenew content

    Players can grab all hats from previous Rocktoberfest celebrations.

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    New Salted Snackmeister Hatnew content

    Earn the brand new Salted Snackmeister hat by completing a special assignment.

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    Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor Coming to Mobilenew contentMilestone

    Announcement of Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor coming to Android and iOS.

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    Rocktoberfest 2025 Announcementseasonal event

    Rocktoberfest will start on September 23rd and run until October 7th.

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    Double XP for Best Wurst Beer Muggameplay

    Players can earn Double XP by helping Lloyd bring back a Best Wurst Beer mug.

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    Hunt for Lederhosen Assignmentnew content

    Complete the assignment to acquire festive Glyphid-leather trousers.

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    Return of Previous Event Hatsnew content

    Completing the 'Hunt for Lederhosen' will grant hats from previous Rocktober celebrations.

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    Decorated Abyss Bar for Rocktoberfestvisuals

    The Abyss Bar will be decorated with festive items for the event.

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    New Salted Snackmeister Hatnew content

    Complete the event mission to earn the new Salted Snackmeister hat.

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    Abyss Bar Decorated for Rocktoberfestvisuals

    The Space Rig is decorated with hay bales, sausages, and pretzels for the event.

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  6. 1 event
    Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor 1.0 Releasenew contentMilestone

    Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor launches into 1.0 today.

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  7. 10 events
    New Swim Instructor Celebratory Hatnew content

    Players can earn the new Swim Instructor celebratory hat by completing a work assignment.

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    Space Beach Party 2025 Announcementseasonal event

    The Space Beach Party seasonal event starts on July 31st and runs for two weeks.

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    2025 Space Beach Party Now Liveseasonal eventMilestone

    The Space Beach Party event features new hats, returning summer hats, and a bonus for finding inflatable pool toys.

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    Previous Space Beach Party Hats Availablenew content

    Old editions of Space Beach Party hats will be permanently added to your inventory after completing one work assignment.

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    Space Rig Decorations for Eventvisuals

    The Space Rig will be decorated with tropical palm leaves, beach inflatables, and other festive items.

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    Summery Decor in Space Rigvisuals

    The Space Rig has been decorated with a summery theme for the event.

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    Double Performance Pass Point Bonusgameplay

    Players can earn a Double Performance Pass Point Bonus by searching for lost inflatable pool toys.

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    Lost Pool Floaty Toy Missiongameplay

    Locate and deposit a lost pool floaty toy during missions to earn a Double Performance Pass Point Bonus.

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    Previous Summer Hats Availablenew content

    All previous summer hats are available for players who missed them in past events.

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    New Swim Instructor Hatnew content

    Earn the new Swim Instructor hat by completing the associated assignment in the Mission Terminal.

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  8. 2 events
    Added Refresh button to modding menuui ux

    Introduced a Refresh button in the modding menu to help resolve connection issues between the game and mod.io.

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    Fixed mod disabling issue on game reloadbug fix

    Resolved the problem where mods would be disabled after reloading the game, requiring players to re-enable them each time.

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  9. 3 events
    Rival Incursion Expansionnew content

    Face off against Patrol Bots and Burst Turrets in a board game boss fight against the Caretaker.

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    Horrors of Hoxxes Expansionnew content

    Introduces four familiar DRG biomes with environmental hazards and wildlife, including the Dreadnought Arbalest.

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    The Shockwyrm Mini Expansionnew content

    Features an original creature, a burrowing worm that attacks with stunning electrical jabs.

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  10. 4 events
    Fixed mod sorting settings not being savedbug fix
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    Fixed error populating mod list with pending modsbug fixMilestone
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    Removed keyboard navigation from mod browserbug fix

    Keyboard navigation was causing issues with searching.

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    Renamed mod browser buttons for clarityui ux
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  11. 7 events
    Fixed Glyphid Forelegs Not Being Blown Offbug fix

    Fixed an issue where Glyphid forelegs would not be blown off when killed by explosions.

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    Updated Modding Behaviourmodding

    Modding moved to the start of the game on the info screen to reduce errors from hot loading mods.

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    Updated Game Credits with Latest Translatorschanges
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    Ingame Mod Browser Addedmodding

    Players can now use an ingame mod browser or their preferred browser after the Mod.io API update.

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    Added Missing Hit Reactions on Enemiesgameplay
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    Added Content for Upcoming Eventsseasonal event
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    Increased Visibility of Unknown Horrorvisuals

    Visibility of Unknown Horror increased when in Medium and Low Effect Quality.

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  12. 11 events
    The Great Egg Hunt 2025 Now Liveseasonal eventMilestone

    The Great Egg Hunt seasonal event runs from April 10th to April 24th, featuring new content and activities.

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    The Great Egg Hunt Returnsseasonal eventMilestone

    The Great Egg Hunt is coming back to Deep Rock Galactic on April 10th, bringing new rewards and assignments.

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    Previous Egg Hunt Headgear Availablenew content

    Collect all previous Egg Hunt headgear that players may have missed.

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    Historic Hats from Previous Egg Huntsnew content

    Players can earn hats from previous Egg Hunt celebrations by completing the Last Year’s Spring Fashion assignment.

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    New Hat: Winged Buckaroonew content

    A new hat called the Winged Buckaroo can be earned through the Great Egg Hunt assignment.

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    Rogue Core Trailer Premiereother

    A new Rogue Core trailer will be premiered on April 10th as part of the Triple-I initiative.

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    Mechanical Spring Bunniesgameplay

    Players can shoot Mechanical Spring Bunnies found in the caves and deposit them in the M.U.L.E. for a Double Performance Pass Bonus.

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    Delightful Ambiance Aboard the Space Rigvisuals

    Enjoy the festive ambiance aboard the Space Rig during the event.

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    Double XP for Shooting Robot Rabbitsgameplay

    Players can earn Double XP by shooting robot rabbits during the event.

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    Seasonal Decorations in Space Rigvisuals

    Space Rig 17 has been decorated with pastel lights, bunny garlands, inflatable carrots, and decorative eggs for the event.

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    New Seasonal Hat: Winged Buckaroonew content

    Players can snag the brand-new seasonal hat during the event.

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  13. 1 event
    Fix for Skullcrusher Armor Cloth Materialbug fix

    Corrected the cloth material that was not using the correct paintjob with the Skullcrusher framework.

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  14. 7 events
    Glamorous Decorations on Space Rigvisuals

    Soak in the glamorous decorations aboard the Space Rig for the event.

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    Seven Years in Orbit Seasonal Event Liveseasonal eventMilestone

    Celebrate the anniversary with exclusive rewards and decorations.

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    Unlock Exclusive Year Seven Party Hatnew content

    Earn an exclusive Year Seven Party Hat via the connected assignment.

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    Earn Double XP with Year Seven Trophygameplay

    Collect the hidden Year Seven Trophy in the mines to earn Double XP.

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    Skullcrusher DLC Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    New cosmetic DLC set featuring the Skullcrusher clan armor.

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    Free Beer at the Abyss Barother

    Enjoy free beer on tap at the Abyss Bar during the event.

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    New 'Arkham' Paintjob Availablenew content

    Unlock the new 'Arkham' paintjob via the Weapon Mastery system.

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  15. 7 events
    Fixed instant death in Escort mission with jet bootsbug fix

    Fixed a case in Escort mission where using jet boots would instantly kill the player

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    Fixed dashing cancellation by speed boostsbug fix

    Fixed several cases where dashing got cancelled by Speed boosts

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    Fixed crash on room generationbug fix

    Fixed a crash if a certain room was generated that no longer existed

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    Dreadnought can no longer be killed from spawnbug fix

    Fixed Dreadnought Killable from Spawn Using Certain Weapons

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    Improved Egg Hunt mission cave layout usagebug fix

    Fixed that Egg Hunt missions was only using 10% of the cave layouts possible

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    Added Belarus as a WIP languagelocalization

    Added Belarus as a WIP language. Thai was also planned, but had to be postponed.

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    Resolved Persistent Rockpox Infection issuebug fix

    Fixed Persistent Rockpox Infection Despite No Plaguehearts or Lithophage Proximity

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  16. 7 events
    Double XP Performance Pass Bonusgameplay

    Players can earn double XP by finding and depositing the hidden Year 7 Anniversary Trophy.

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    Developer Livestream Announcementother

    A special livestream will take place on February 27th to celebrate the anniversary.

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    Space Rig Decorations for Anniversaryvisuals

    The Space Rig will be decorated with a gilded marble dance floor, tinsel, confetti, balloons, and chandeliers.

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    Free Beer at the Abyss Bargameplay

    Free beer will be available during the anniversary celebrations, including Oily Oaf Brew, Glyphid Slammer, and Leaf Lover’s Special.

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    Party Hat - Year Seven Introductionnew content

    A time-limited hat that can be earned by completing the associated Assignment during the event.

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    Skullcrusher Armor DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    Introducing the Skullcrusher set, an ancestral armor of the Skullcrusher clan.

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    ‘Seven Years in Orbit’ Celebration Eventseasonal eventMilestone

    Anniversary event running from February 27th for two weeks.

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  17. 11 events
    Return of Firecrackersnew content

    Firecrackers will be available again during the Lunar Festival despite previous concerns.

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    Collect Old Lunar Festival Hatsnew content

    Complete the Last Year's Blessings assignment to collect hats from previous Lunar Festivals.

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    New Snake Hats Addednew content

    Brand new snake hats available during the Lunar Festival.

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    Unlock The Serpentine Special Headgearnew content

    Complete the Lunar Festival 2025 assignment to earn The Serpentine Special headgear for all classes.

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    Double XP Eventgameplay

    Players can earn double XP during the Lunar Festival.

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    Golden Serpent Statues Missiongameplay

    Dig up and deposit a Golden Serpent statue during missions for a Double Performance Point Bonus.

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    Firecrackers and Festivitiesother

    Firecrackers and festivities aboard the Space Rig for the Lunar Festival.

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    GUNTOUCHABLES Closed Alpha Playtestnew content

    Sign up for the Closed Alpha Playtest of GUNTOUCHABLES, launching next week.

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    Lunar Festival 2025 Launchseasonal event

    The Lunar Festival 2025 goes live on January 30th and runs until February 13th.

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    2025 Lunar Festival Launchseasonal eventMilestone

    The Lunar Festival 2025 is live with new content and festivities.

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    New Old Hats Addednew content

    Brand new old hats available during the Lunar Festival.

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