What changed in Deep Rock Galactic in 2025
116 updates · 20 main milestones · Jan 30, 2025 to Dec 18, 2025
- 12 eventsNew Tomten Hat Availablenew content
Players can grab the new Tomten hat by completing a specific work assignment.
SteamYuletide Elf Hunt Assignment Returnsnew contentPlayers can complete the Yuletide Elf Hunt assignment to acquire new items including the Chillaxe pickaxe set.
SteamYuletide 2025 Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneThe Yuletide 2025 event is now live, featuring new content and returning missions.
SteamYuletide 2025 Event Announcementseasonal eventMilestoneYuletide event starts on December 18th and runs until January 6th, featuring festive outfits and activities.
SteamSpace Rig Yuletide DecorationsvisualsThe Space Rig is decorated with colorful lights and ornaments for the Yuletide season.
SteamYuletide Elf Hunt AssignmentgameplayComplete the Yuletide Elf Hunt assignment to unlock new cosmetic items including the Chillaxe pickaxe set and Yuletide Special Bosco framework.
SteamDouble Mission Performance Point BonusgameplayEarn Double Mission Performance Point Bonus for each mission completed where an elf is deposited.
SteamPrevious Yuletide Hats Returnnew contentAll previous Yuletide hats from former events are now available for players to collect.
SteamDouble Performance Pass Point BonusgameplayPlayers can search for and deposit elves to earn a double performance pass point bonus.
SteamTomten Hat Rewardnew contentComplete the Yearly Performance Bonus assignment to receive the Tomten hat along with extra Performance Points and resources.
SteamFashion of Yuletide Past Assignmentnew contentComplete this assignment to unlock Yuletide cosmetics from past years’ celebrations.
Steam - 8 eventsNew Season Event: Ossium Raidnew contentMilestone
A new seasonal event featuring the Bone Collector enemy and a treasure hunt for crystallized Ossium.
SteamRogue Core Early Access DelayotherThe Early Access release of Rogue Core has been pushed to Q2 2026.
SteamDeep Rock Galactic: Survivor Mobile Launchnew contentDeep Rock Galactic: Survivor is now available on mobile platforms.
SteamNew Performance Passnew contentA new Performance Pass with unlockable items including hats, facial hair, and a new Weapon Framework.
SteamNew Enemies: Ossiran Scrab & Ossiran Pit Jawnew contentMilestoneTwo new enemies introduced: Ossiran Scrab, a scavenger drone, and Ossiran Pit Jaw, a burrowing predator.
SteamNew Biome: Ossuary Depthsnew contentMilestoneA new biome called Ossuary Depths has been discovered, featuring unique environmental elements and lore.
SteamNew Mission: Heavy Excavationnew contentMilestoneA new primary mission objective focused on excavating deposits of Resinite Mass.
SteamDeep Rock Galactic Season 06 Announcementseasonal eventMilestoneSeason 06 is confirmed and set to release in Q1 2026.
Steam - 10 eventsHoxxes Halloween 2025 Launchseasonal eventMilestone
Hoxxes Halloween 2025 is now live with various new features and events.
SteamDouble Performance XPbalance changePlayers will earn double performance XP during the Halloween event.
SteamSpooktacular Decorations for Space RigvisualsThe Space Rig will be decorated with eerie adornments for the Halloween event.
SteamLast Year's Horrors Assignmentnew contentComplete this assignment to acquire Halloween headwear from previous years.
SteamHoxxes Halloween 2025 Event Announcementseasonal eventMilestoneHoxxes Halloween 2025 kicks off on October 30, 2025, and runs until November 13, 2025.
SteamDawn of the Spawn Headwearnew contentComplete a special assignment to acquire the new headwear.
SteamNew Hat: Dawn of the Spawnnew contentA new hat has been introduced for players to collect during the event.
SteamReturn of Previous Halloween Hatsnew contentAll previous Halloween hats are available again for players.
SteamDouble Performance Point Bonus for Skull CollectiongameplayEarn double performance points for bringing back skulls during missions.
Steam - 13 eventsRocktoberfest 2025 Celebrationseasonal event
Rocktoberfest celebrations are live with dancing, drinking, and new assignments.
SteamBest Wurst Beer Returnsnew contentThe Best Wurst Beer will be available again for a limited time.
SteamPrevious Rocktoberfest Hats Availablenew contentPlayers can grab all hats from previous Rocktoberfest celebrations.
SteamNew Salted Snackmeister Hatnew contentEarn the brand new Salted Snackmeister hat by completing a special assignment.
SteamDeep Rock Galactic: Survivor Coming to Mobilenew contentMilestoneAnnouncement of Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor coming to Android and iOS.
SteamRocktoberfest 2025 Announcementseasonal eventRocktoberfest will start on September 23rd and run until October 7th.
SteamDouble XP for Best Wurst Beer MuggameplayPlayers can earn Double XP by helping Lloyd bring back a Best Wurst Beer mug.
SteamHunt for Lederhosen Assignmentnew contentComplete the assignment to acquire festive Glyphid-leather trousers.
SteamReturn of Previous Event Hatsnew contentCompleting the 'Hunt for Lederhosen' will grant hats from previous Rocktober celebrations.
SteamDecorated Abyss Bar for RocktoberfestvisualsThe Abyss Bar will be decorated with festive items for the event.
SteamNew Salted Snackmeister Hatnew contentComplete the event mission to earn the new Salted Snackmeister hat.
SteamAbyss Bar Decorated for RocktoberfestvisualsThe Space Rig is decorated with hay bales, sausages, and pretzels for the event.
Steam - 1 eventDeep Rock Galactic: Survivor 1.0 Releasenew contentMilestone
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor launches into 1.0 today.
Steam - 10 eventsNew Swim Instructor Celebratory Hatnew content
Players can earn the new Swim Instructor celebratory hat by completing a work assignment.
SteamSpace Beach Party 2025 Announcementseasonal eventThe Space Beach Party seasonal event starts on July 31st and runs for two weeks.
Steam2025 Space Beach Party Now Liveseasonal eventMilestoneThe Space Beach Party event features new hats, returning summer hats, and a bonus for finding inflatable pool toys.
SteamPrevious Space Beach Party Hats Availablenew contentOld editions of Space Beach Party hats will be permanently added to your inventory after completing one work assignment.
SteamSpace Rig Decorations for EventvisualsThe Space Rig will be decorated with tropical palm leaves, beach inflatables, and other festive items.
SteamSummery Decor in Space RigvisualsThe Space Rig has been decorated with a summery theme for the event.
SteamDouble Performance Pass Point BonusgameplayPlayers can earn a Double Performance Pass Point Bonus by searching for lost inflatable pool toys.
SteamLost Pool Floaty Toy MissiongameplayLocate and deposit a lost pool floaty toy during missions to earn a Double Performance Pass Point Bonus.
SteamPrevious Summer Hats Availablenew contentAll previous summer hats are available for players who missed them in past events.
SteamNew Swim Instructor Hatnew contentEarn the new Swim Instructor hat by completing the associated assignment in the Mission Terminal.
Steam - 2 eventsAdded 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.
SteamFixed mod disabling issue on game reloadbug fixResolved the problem where mods would be disabled after reloading the game, requiring players to re-enable them each time.
Steam - 3 eventsRival Incursion Expansionnew content
Face off against Patrol Bots and Burst Turrets in a board game boss fight against the Caretaker.
SteamHorrors of Hoxxes Expansionnew contentIntroduces four familiar DRG biomes with environmental hazards and wildlife, including the Dreadnought Arbalest.
SteamThe Shockwyrm Mini Expansionnew contentFeatures an original creature, a burrowing worm that attacks with stunning electrical jabs.
Steam - 7 eventsFixed Glyphid Forelegs Not Being Blown Offbug fix
Fixed an issue where Glyphid forelegs would not be blown off when killed by explosions.
SteamUpdated Modding BehaviourmoddingModding moved to the start of the game on the info screen to reduce errors from hot loading mods.
SteamUpdated Game Credits with Latest TranslatorschangesSteamIngame Mod Browser AddedmoddingPlayers can now use an ingame mod browser or their preferred browser after the Mod.io API update.
SteamAdded Missing Hit Reactions on EnemiesgameplaySteamAdded Content for Upcoming Eventsseasonal eventSteamIncreased Visibility of Unknown HorrorvisualsVisibility of Unknown Horror increased when in Medium and Low Effect Quality.
Steam - 11 eventsThe 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.
SteamThe Great Egg Hunt Returnsseasonal eventMilestoneThe Great Egg Hunt is coming back to Deep Rock Galactic on April 10th, bringing new rewards and assignments.
SteamPrevious Egg Hunt Headgear Availablenew contentCollect all previous Egg Hunt headgear that players may have missed.
SteamHistoric Hats from Previous Egg Huntsnew contentPlayers can earn hats from previous Egg Hunt celebrations by completing the Last Year’s Spring Fashion assignment.
SteamNew Hat: Winged Buckaroonew contentA new hat called the Winged Buckaroo can be earned through the Great Egg Hunt assignment.
SteamRogue Core Trailer PremiereotherA new Rogue Core trailer will be premiered on April 10th as part of the Triple-I initiative.
SteamMechanical Spring BunniesgameplayPlayers can shoot Mechanical Spring Bunnies found in the caves and deposit them in the M.U.L.E. for a Double Performance Pass Bonus.
SteamDelightful Ambiance Aboard the Space RigvisualsEnjoy the festive ambiance aboard the Space Rig during the event.
SteamDouble XP for Shooting Robot RabbitsgameplayPlayers can earn Double XP by shooting robot rabbits during the event.
SteamSeasonal Decorations in Space RigvisualsSpace Rig 17 has been decorated with pastel lights, bunny garlands, inflatable carrots, and decorative eggs for the event.
SteamNew Seasonal Hat: Winged Buckaroonew contentPlayers can snag the brand-new seasonal hat during the event.
Steam - 1 eventFix for Skullcrusher Armor Cloth Materialbug fix
Corrected the cloth material that was not using the correct paintjob with the Skullcrusher framework.
Steam - 7 eventsGlamorous Decorations on Space Rigvisuals
Soak in the glamorous decorations aboard the Space Rig for the event.
SteamSeven Years in Orbit Seasonal Event Liveseasonal eventMilestoneCelebrate the anniversary with exclusive rewards and decorations.
SteamUnlock Exclusive Year Seven Party Hatnew contentEarn an exclusive Year Seven Party Hat via the connected assignment.
SteamEarn Double XP with Year Seven TrophygameplayCollect the hidden Year Seven Trophy in the mines to earn Double XP.
SteamSkullcrusher DLC Releaseddlc releaseMilestoneNew cosmetic DLC set featuring the Skullcrusher clan armor.
SteamNew 'Arkham' Paintjob Availablenew contentUnlock the new 'Arkham' paintjob via the Weapon Mastery system.
Steam - 7 eventsFixed instant death in Escort mission with jet bootsbug fix
Fixed a case in Escort mission where using jet boots would instantly kill the player
SteamFixed dashing cancellation by speed boostsbug fixFixed several cases where dashing got cancelled by Speed boosts
SteamFixed crash on room generationbug fixFixed a crash if a certain room was generated that no longer existed
SteamDreadnought can no longer be killed from spawnbug fixFixed Dreadnought Killable from Spawn Using Certain Weapons
SteamImproved Egg Hunt mission cave layout usagebug fixFixed that Egg Hunt missions was only using 10% of the cave layouts possible
SteamAdded Belarus as a WIP languagelocalizationAdded Belarus as a WIP language. Thai was also planned, but had to be postponed.
SteamResolved Persistent Rockpox Infection issuebug fixFixed Persistent Rockpox Infection Despite No Plaguehearts or Lithophage Proximity
Steam - 7 eventsDouble XP Performance Pass Bonusgameplay
Players can earn double XP by finding and depositing the hidden Year 7 Anniversary Trophy.
SteamDeveloper Livestream AnnouncementotherA special livestream will take place on February 27th to celebrate the anniversary.
SteamSpace Rig Decorations for AnniversaryvisualsThe Space Rig will be decorated with a gilded marble dance floor, tinsel, confetti, balloons, and chandeliers.
SteamFree Beer at the Abyss BargameplayFree beer will be available during the anniversary celebrations, including Oily Oaf Brew, Glyphid Slammer, and Leaf Lover’s Special.
SteamParty Hat - Year Seven Introductionnew contentA time-limited hat that can be earned by completing the associated Assignment during the event.
SteamSkullcrusher Armor DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestoneIntroducing the Skullcrusher set, an ancestral armor of the Skullcrusher clan.
Steam‘Seven Years in Orbit’ Celebration Eventseasonal eventMilestoneAnniversary event running from February 27th for two weeks.
Steam - 11 eventsReturn of Firecrackersnew content
Firecrackers will be available again during the Lunar Festival despite previous concerns.
SteamCollect Old Lunar Festival Hatsnew contentComplete the Last Year's Blessings assignment to collect hats from previous Lunar Festivals.
SteamUnlock The Serpentine Special Headgearnew contentComplete the Lunar Festival 2025 assignment to earn The Serpentine Special headgear for all classes.
SteamGolden Serpent Statues MissiongameplayDig up and deposit a Golden Serpent statue during missions for a Double Performance Point Bonus.
SteamFirecrackers and FestivitiesotherFirecrackers and festivities aboard the Space Rig for the Lunar Festival.
SteamGUNTOUCHABLES Closed Alpha Playtestnew contentSign up for the Closed Alpha Playtest of GUNTOUCHABLES, launching next week.
SteamLunar Festival 2025 Launchseasonal eventThe Lunar Festival 2025 goes live on January 30th and runs until February 13th.
Steam2025 Lunar Festival Launchseasonal eventMilestoneThe Lunar Festival 2025 is live with new content and festivities.
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