What changed in Don't Starve Together in 2018
170 updates · 17 main milestones · Jan 1, 2018 to Dec 6, 2018
- 7 eventsWinter's Feast Event Beginsseasonal eventMilestone
Celebrate the Winter's Feast with holiday cheer, including festive activities and special gifts.
SteamSpecial Gift for Winter's Feastseasonal eventPlayers who play online during the Winter's Feast event will receive a special gift.
SteamNew Winter Skins Availablenew contentWinter skins have been added to get survivors into the winter spirit, available for a limited time.
SteamGingerbread Chest Skin Releasednew contentA festive Gingerbread Chest skin is available for players during the Winter's Feast event.
SteamWinter's Feast Returnsseasonal eventWinter's Feast is coming back this year with no substantial changes or new skins.
SteamSpecial Gift for Online PlayersotherAll players who play online during the Winter's Feast event will receive a special gift.
SteamIncreased Chances for Rare Giftsbalance changeThe chances of receiving a rare gift have been substantially increased during the Winter's Feast event.
Steam - 1 eventFuture Content Updates Announcednew contentMilestone
New content updates are planned to progress the world of Don't Starve and its Survivors.
Steam - 7 eventsIntroduction of Community and Personal Goalsgameplay
New for Season 2, community and personal goals replace last year's achievements, unlocking new bosses and items.
SteamSimple Matchmaking Systemui uxNew matchmaking system for friends and community groups during The Forge event.
SteamNew Character Skins and Emotesnew contentIncludes character skins, emotes, item skins, and more, with hundreds of items from last season.
SteamFree Dedicated Event ServersnetworkOn-demand dedicated event servers available exclusively for The Forge.
SteamLaunch of The Forge Eventseasonal eventMilestoneThe Forge is now LIVE, featuring a 6-player co-op challenge to defeat the Grand Forge Boarrior.
Steam - 13 eventsFixed Crash When Giving Trinkets to Pig Kingbug fixMilestone
Crash fixed when giving Trinkets to the Pig King while using a modded character.
SteamFixed Crash When Digging Graves in Cavesbug fixMilestoneSteamFixed Crash When Crafting Station is Destroyedbug fixMilestoneCrash fixed if crafting station is destroyed right before finishing a recipe.
SteamFixed Burning Eyes on Totally Normal Treesbug fixFixed bug where burning eyes on Totally Normal Trees sometimes do not appear during Hallowed Nights.
SteamFixed Crash During Meteor Showersbug fixMilestoneCrash fixed for some modded worlds during Meteor Showers.
SteamFixed Rare World Generation Crashbug fixMilestoneSteamNew Mix Potions in Mad Science Labnew contentPlayers can mix potions in the Mad Science Lab as part of the Hallowed Nights event.
SteamFixed Typo in Haunted Forest Portraitbug fixSteamFixed The Supernatural’s Hair During Emotesbug fixSteamSpecial Disguises and Item Skinsnew contentNew disguises and item skins for 2018 will drop during the Hallowed Nights season.
SteamFixed Webber and Wes’ Hallowed Nights Portrait Backdropsbug fixSteamNew Hallowed Nights Decorationsnew contentNew decorations for Totally Normal Trees are available during the Hallowed Nights event.
SteamHallowed Nights Event Returnsseasonal eventThe Hallowed Nights event allows players to discover tricks and treats, fill candy bags, and enjoy spooky costumes.
Steam - 18 eventsKlei Account Management Page Launchedquality of life
New page for players to manage their Klei Account information.
SteamFixed Crash When Inspecting Playersbug fixFixed crash that occurred sometimes when inspecting players with certain translations enabled.
SteamImproved Server Listing PerformanceperformanceSteamFixed Animation Bugsbug fixFixed animation bugs with Celestial Portal and Werebeaver becoming invisible.
SteamFixed Server Start Issue with Caves Enabledbug fixFixed issue preventing some users from starting a server with Caves enabled.
SteamFixed Crafting Description for On Tentaclesbug fixCrafting description now correctly indicates that it requires an Alchemy Engine.
SteamHallowed Nights Event Scheduledseasonal eventMilestoneHallowed Nights returns on October 25th with new Tricks and Treats.
SteamThe Forge Returns Announcementnew contentThe Forge will return later this year with new items, creatures, and community goals.
SteamTwitch Drops for DST Streamsnew contentPlayers can receive exclusive items by linking their Twitch account to their Klei Account while watching DST streams.
SteamFixed Recipe Memory Issue with Wickerbottombug fixFixed bug where some recipes crafted as Wickerbottom were not remembered after changing characters.
SteamMain Menu Update for Important Newsquality of lifeMain menu now includes important news and announcements about DST.
SteamFixed Burrow Digging Bugbug fixDigging up an occupied Burrow now correctly releases a Moleworm.
SteamServer Filtering Options Addedquality of lifePlayers can now hide bad server names and see official Klei server flags.
SteamFixed Crash When Unraveling Itemsbug fixFixed crash that occurred sometimes when unravelling items.
SteamFixed Black Box Around Marble Portraitbug fixSteamMusic Volume Setting Applies to Intro CinematicaudioSteamFixed Celestial Portal Activationbug fixCelestial Portal in the Caves can no longer be activated.
Steam - 8 eventsFixed Crash from Haunting Crock Potbug fix
Fixed rare crash caused by haunting a Crock Pot while it is cooking Jellybeans.
SteamUpdated Spiky Tree and Spider Nest PortraitsvisualsUpdated Spiky Tree Portrait and Spider Nest Portrait.
SteamFixed Pathfinding Issue with Broken Fencesbug fixFixed bug on clients where broken Fences did not clear pathfinding.
SteamFixed Baby Beefalo Herding Issuebug fixFixed bug causing Baby Beefalo to sometimes split from their herd when fully grown.
SteamFixed Combat Targeting for Bunnymen and Pig Menbug fixFixed bug where Bunnymen and Pig Men inside their houses can still acquire combat targets.
Steam - 2 events
- 7 eventsLeaderboard Connection Issue Fixbug fix
Fixed a bug where some players would get the 'Unable to connect to leaderboard server' message on every match.
SteamTournament Entry Badge Bug Fixbug fixFixed bug where some players received a Tournament Entry badge, but their score did not show up on the leaderboard.
SteamThe Gorge Tournament Beginsseasonal eventMilestonePlayers can compete for top scores in The Gorge Tournament with exclusive rewards for top teams.
SteamUpdated Art for Portraitsquality of lifeUpdated art for Mossy Gateway Portrait, Altar of Gnaw Portrait, and Pot Hanger Portrait.
SteamWorld's Event Setting Bug Fixbug fixFixed bug where overriding a World’s Event setting did not apply to Caves.
Steam - 24 eventsLoyal Gorge Event Portrait Frame Addednew content
A new portrait frame for players participating in The Gorge event.
SteamImproved Cooking Efficiency Bonuses for Wilson, Wendy, and Wolfgangbalance changeSteamFixed Crash When Picking Up Pot Hanger Itembug fixSteamFixed Crash in Host Game Screen When Failing to Contact Steambug fixSteamFixed Animation Bug Causing Clients to Crash Randomlybug fixSteamFixed Problems for Users with Large Collections of Itemsbug fixSteamFixed Issue with Granting DLC Items from Beta Branchbug fixSteamSap Can Now Be Harvested While Holding an Axebug fixSteamAdditional Gorge Food Profile Icons Addednew contentSteamImproved Controller Support for Recipe Bookui uxSteamAdded Indicators for Stations Affected by Cooking Efficiency Buffui uxSteamShadow Minions Increased Rangebalance changeShadow Minions have slightly increased range and will continue chopping trees even if players move off screen.
SteamAdded More Icons for XP Awarded in Post Match Screenui uxSteamFixed Issues Preventing Players from Finding Their Server to Rejoinbug fixSteamImproved Leaderboard Submission ReliabilityperformanceImproved feedback when failing to connect to the leaderboard server.
SteamPlayers Can Now Join Gorge Servers via Steam Friends List or InvitesnetworkSteamFixed Bug with Menu Header Text Changing Incorrectly in Host Game Screenbug fixSteamFixed Crash for Players with Corrupt Recipe Book Databug fixSteamFixed Client Crashes When Disconnecting from Serverbug fixSteamFixed Crash When Using Recipe Book While Food is Being Offeredbug fixSteamFixed Critter Rarity Colour in Crafting Menubug fixSteamFixed Animation Bug Causing Players to Become Invisible After Entering Cavesbug fixSteamIncreased Willow’s Fueling Bonusbalance changeSteam - 12 eventsNew Skins and Items for The Gorgenew content
Over 200 new items including character skins, emotes, and item skins.
SteamThe Gorge Limited Time Event Announcementseasonal eventMilestoneA new 3-player co-op challenge where players must cook to appease the Eternal Gnaw and avoid its plague.
SteamIncreased Resolution for Crock Pot FoodsvisualsIncreased resolution on regular game Crock Pot foods.
SteamSimple Matchmaking for The GorgegameplayAdded simple matchmaking with friends and community groups for the event.
SteamDedicated Event Servers for The Gorgenew contentNew free on-demand dedicated event servers available only during The Gorge.
SteamUpdated Drop System for The Gorgebalance changeNow 4 items per chest specifically for The Gorge event.
SteamImproved Error Detection in Custom Matchbug fixEnhanced error detection when creating a Custom Match.
SteamThe Gorge Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneThe Gorge is a free limited time 3-player co-op challenge with new skins, emotes, and items.
SteamMain Menu UI Additions for The Gorgeui uxTons of new main menu UI additions and changes for the event.
SteamEvent Level Progression Improvementsquality of lifeMore event level progression added for The Gorge.
Steam - 16 eventsFixed Minor Memory Leak in Main Menusbug fixSteamFixed rare crash in the mods tabbug fixMilestoneSteamYear of the Varg event endedseasonal eventSteamFixed crash when selecting a server intentionbug fixMilestone
Crash occurred while viewing the details tab.
SteamDLC skin items automatically granteddlc releaseReign of Giants and Shipwrecked DLC skin items no longer need to be claimed with a redeemable code.
SteamFixed Crash When Selecting Server Intentionbug fixCrash occurred while viewing the details tab.
SteamFixed Crash When Unraveling Ensemble Itemsbug fixSteamFixed minor memory leak in the main menusbug fixSteamFixed Rare Crash in Mods Tabbug fixSteamFixed crash when unraveling Ensemble itemsbug fixMilestoneSteamDLC Skin Items Automatically Granteddlc releaseReign of Giants and Shipwrecked DLC skin items no longer need to be claimed with a redeemable code.
SteamYear of the Varg Event Endedseasonal eventSteam - 41 eventsBeating Heart Chest Availablestore
Special Beating Heart Chest available for $4.99 for a limited time.
SteamFixed Lureplant Item Usagebug fixFixed bug where Lureplants would use wrong items for their lure.
SteamFixed Clockwork Rook Animationbug fixFixed animation bug with burning Clockwork Rooks and Damaged Rooks.
SteamYear of the Varg Celebrationseasonal eventCelebrate the Year of the Varg with new hound themed items and festive decorations.
SteamExclusive Free Skins Until March 16thnew contentClaim your free exclusive skins: Knitted Puppy Hat, Daggered Heart, and Swoon Emote.
SteamFixed Werepigs Reverting During Full Moonbug fixResolved issue where Werepigs could revert back to normal Pig Men during a Full Moon.
SteamNew Skins Availablenew contentIntroducing the Verdant Collection and Beating Heart collection skins, available as drops, weaves, or purchases.
SteamFixed Animation Bug with Hound Whistlebug fixResolved animation bug when using Hound Whistle while mounted.
SteamPricing for New CollectionsshopVerdant Collection priced at $2.99 per character or $9.99 for the entire collection; Beating Heart Chest at $4.99.
SteamFixed Lureplants Using Wrong Itemsbug fixResolved bug where Lureplants would use wrong items for their lure.
SteamFixed Werepig Full Moon Reversionbug fixFixed bug where Werepigs could sometimes revert back to normal Pig Men during a Full Moon.
SteamFixed Various Clothing and Skins Bugsbug fixResolved various bugs related to clothing and skins.
SteamFixed Double Click to Join Gamesbug fixFixed double clicking to join games from the Server Browser screen.
SteamFixed Shadow Chesspieces and Ancient Fuelweaver Dropsbug fixResolved issue with Shadow Chesspieces and Ancient Fuelweaver still dropping ornaments after Winter's Feast.
SteamFixed Mod Configs Applicationbug fixFixed mod configs from getting applied to the wrong settings.
SteamFixed Missing Puppy Cap Inventory Iconbug fixResolved issue with missing Puppy Cap inventory icon.
SteamFixed Mod Configs Application Issuebug fixResolved issue with mod configs being applied to the wrong settings.
SteamEnabled Previous Lunar New Year Event Clothingbug fixEvent clothing from the previous Lunar New Year is now enabled.
SteamEnabled Previous Lunar New Year Event Clothingbug fixEvent clothing from the previous Lunar New Year is now enabled.
SteamFixed Animation Bug with Clockwork Rooksbug fixResolved animation bug with burning Clockwork Rooks and Damaged Rooks.
SteamNew Skin PricingstoreThe Verdant Collection priced at $2.99 per character or $9.99 for the entire collection.
SteamNew Skins Availablenew contentIntroducing the Verdant Collection and the Beating Heart collection, available as drops, weaves, or purchases.
SteamFixed Shadow Chesspieces and Ancient Fuelweaver Dropsbug fixFixed bug where Shadow Chesspieces and Ancient Fuelweaver were still dropping ornaments after Winter's Feast.
SteamFixed Double Click to Join Gamesbug fixResolved issue with double clicking to join games from the Server Browser screen.
SteamExclusive Free Skins Until March 16thnew contentClaim your free exclusive skins: Knitted Puppy Hat, Daggered Heart, and Swoon Emote.
SteamFixed Animation Bug When Freezing Clay Houndsbug fixResolved animation bug when freezing Clay Hounds.
SteamYear of the Varg Celebrationseasonal eventCelebrate the Year of the Varg with new hound themed items and festive decorations.
SteamFixed Hound Whistle Animationbug fixFixed animation bug when using Hound Whistle while mounted.
Steam - 10 eventsFixed Non-Giftable Inventory Statebug fixSteamFixed Various Character Skin Bugsbug fixSteamEnd of Winter's Feast Eventseasonal eventSteamCorrect IP Address Display for Steam Friendsbug fixSteamRemoved Incorrect 'New!' Shop Flagbug fixSteamRemoved Incorrect 'New!' Shop Flagbug fixSteamFixed Character Skin Bugsbug fixSteamEnd of Winter's Feast Eventseasonal eventSteamCorrect IP Address Display for Steam Friendsbug fixSteamFixed Non-Giftable Inventory Statebug fixSteam
- 1 eventAnnouncing Don't Starve: Hamlet DLCdlc releaseMilestone
New singleplayer DLC where Wilson explores the origins of the Pigmen.
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