What changed in Don't Starve Together in 2019
252 updates · 42 main milestones · Jan 22, 2019 to Dec 12, 2019
- 6 eventsNew Winter's Feast Chest Introducedbalance change
Common drops have been temporarily removed and replaced with a new Winter's Feast Chest containing related items.
SteamWinter's Feast Returns with New Activitiesseasonal eventMilestoneChase Gingerpigs and embark on a Festive Hunt for Holiday Cheer, which can be used in new recipes.
SteamNew Loyal Login Bonus Itemquality of lifePlayers can claim an Ice Fishing Rod by logging in during Winter's Feast.
SteamWinter's Feast Themed Streaming Dropsnew contentSpecial themed item set available during Winter's Feast.
SteamDon't Starve Franchise Weekend SaleshopThe entire Don't Starve Franchise is on sale with discounts ranging from 25% to 75%.
SteamIntroduction of the Merrymaker Skin Setnew contentA new bundle of skins available for $12.99, with items also dropping in-game.
Steam - 4 eventsFixed Wurt's trading ability with Pig Kingbug fix
Wurt can no longer trade with the Pig King but can still hand over Golden Belts for wrestling.
SteamClout Snout item is no longer burnablebug fixSteamImproved pig behavior when summoned from Clout SnoutaiPigs will leave if attacked by the summoner and respond better if attacked by others. Added hit reaction animation.
SteamReduced frequency of Golden Belts outside Year of the Pig Kingbalance changeSteam - 18 eventsIntroduction of Wurt, the new characternew contentMilestone
Wurt is a vegetarian merm who can craft various items and has unique abilities.
SteamOSX dedicated server changes for notarizationsystemUpdated launch requirements for OSX dedicated servers.
SteamNew Wurt-themed items and skins availablenew contentWurt's Guest of Honor skin set included in the purchase options.
SteamIncreased drop chance for Hallowed Nights itemsbalance changeSteamNew Character DLC: Wurtnew contentMilestoneIntroducing Wurt, a new character who can spot danger in the swamp and craft various items.
SteamFixed various crashes with Wurt and Merm Kingbug fixAddressed crashes related to the Merm King and Royal Tapestry.
SteamAdded Loyal login bonus itemquality of lifePlayers can claim the Rusted Scythe by logging in during Hallowed Nights.
SteamFixed controller focus issues in the Shopbug fixSteamHallowed Nights seasonal event returnsnew contentMilestonePlayers can discover tricks and treats, with increased drop chances for Hallowed Nights items.
SteamWurt's Abilities and Craftingnew contentMilestoneWurt can craft the Royal Tapestry, Merm Houses, and a Clever Disguise, and has unique interactions with the Merm King.
SteamLoyal Login Bonus Itemquality of lifeA new Loyal login bonus item will be available for all players during the Hallowed Nights event.
SteamIncreased Skin Drop Raritybalance changeThe drop rarity for skins during Hallowed Nights will be increased.
SteamImproved boat collision resolutionperformanceSteamHallowed Nights Returnsseasonal eventHallowed Nights will return on October 24th with new tricks and treats.
SteamWurt Purchase OptionsshopWurt available for purchase in various bundles including the Wurt Chest and Wurt Deluxe Chest.
Steam - 7 eventsIntroduction of Salty Dognew contentMilestone
Welcome to the brine shoals with new salt rock resource and dangers.
SteamNew Craftables: Salt Box and Winged Sailnew contentNew items that can be crafted using the new resources.
SteamNew Craftable: Cookie Cutter Capnew contentA new item that can be crafted from Cookie Cutter resources.
Steam - 12 eventsSuspicious Marbles drop fixbug fix
Incomplete Suspicious Marbles will no longer drop their other piece when mined by non-player characters or creatures.
SteamCorrect ground position test for building wallsbug fixBuilding walls will now test the correct ground position.
SteamCrash fix for Winona's Catapultbug fixFixed a crash when Winona's Catapult burns down while the Varg is attacking it.
SteamDeterministic world generationworldWorld generation is now deterministic (ie seeding the world now works again).
SteamMac OS X 64 bit supportsystemSteamWerebeaver invisibility fixbug fixWerebeaver no longer goes invisible in the SGWilson_client’s 'doshortaction' state.
SteamHibearnation Vest hunger reduction fixbug fixThe Hibearnation Vest’s hunger reduction is working again.
Steam - 29 eventsWoodie Character Refreshnew contentMilestone
Woodie now has two new transformations specializing in combat and locomotion.
SteamReturn of Them: Salty Dog Betanew contentMilestoneNew content update featuring the Malbatross and various new resources.
SteamConsole Update for Woodie and Return of Themnew contentMilestoneConsole players will receive Woodie and Return of Them: Turn of Tides content.
SteamGlobal Audio-Mix ChangesaudioNew global audio-mix changes to allow for more headroom for louder scenarios.
SteamChanges to Woodie's Were-Meterbalance changeThe Log Meter replaced with Were-Meter that drains constantly during were-forms.
SteamWeregoose Can Walk on Waterbalance changeWeregoose can now walk on water, but Woodie will drown if he reverts to human form over water.
SteamWoodie Character Refreshnew contentMilestoneWoodie gains two new transformations specializing in combat and locomotion, along with a new Were-Meter.
SteamFix for Garlic Spiced Food Buff Calculationsbug fixFixed bug with Garlic Spiced food buff calculations in Weremoose form.
SteamWork Music Changed Back to Original AutumnaudioWork music reverted to the original Autumn track.
SteamNew Craftable Idols for Woodienew contentThree new craftable idols made with Monster Meat trigger specific transformations.
SteamNew Streaming Dropsnew contentRadiant Star Caller's Staff and Prismatic Moon Caller's Staff added to the collection.
SteamIncreased Grace Period for Were-Meter Actionsbalance changeIncreased the grace period between actions before Were-meter starts speeding up.
SteamAnimation Bug Fix for Rustic Cabin Skinbug fixFixed animation bugs with Rustic Cabin skin for Pig Houses.
SteamNew Craftable Idols for TransformationsgameplaySpecific transformations can be triggered by consuming one of the three new craftable idols made with Monster Meat.
SteamReduced Food Stat Penalties for Woodie's Idolsbalance changeFurther reduced food stat penalties for Woodie’s consumable Idols.
SteamFix for Crash During Woodie Transformationbug fixFixed crash when Woodie transforms while mounted.
SteamReturn of Them: Salty Dognew contentMilestoneNew boss, items, creature, and crafting resource coming to the beta branch.
SteamExtended Duration for Woodie's Were-Formsbalance changeAll of Woodie’s were-forms can now last up to half a day.
SteamReduced Sanity Drain for Woodiebalance changeWoodie's sanity drain while in were-form has been reduced.
SteamWoodie's Sanity Drain Adjustmentsbalance changeReduced Woodie’s sanity drain while in were-form and he no longer gains sanity when planting trees.
SteamFullmoon Transformation MechanicgameplayDuring fullmoon, Woodie is forced into a random transformation once per fullmoon, with a slower Were-Meter drain.
SteamIncreased Weremoose Damage Reductionbalance changeIncreased Weremoose’s damage reduction to 90%.
SteamIncreased Chance for Treeguards and Poison Birchnut Treesbalance changeWoodie has a 50% higher chance to spawn Treeguards and Poison Birchnut Trees.
SteamFix for Jellybean Buff Multiplicationbug fixFixed bug with Jellybean buff multiplying whenever Woodie transforms.
SteamWerebeaver Changesbalance changeWerebeaver no longer spawns Treeguards and Poison Birchnut Trees.
Steam - 27 eventsBull Kelp Stalks Ready Time Fixbug fix
Freshly planted Bull Kelp Stalks are no longer ready to be picked right away.
SteamSuspicious Marble Physics Fixbug fixThe Suspicious Marble will no longer be trapped inside the Sculpture’s physics when mined.
SteamWortox’s Soul Explosion Fixbug fixWortox’s soul explosion no longer interrupts hopping on and off boats.
SteamSeafaring Camera Options Menuui uxAdded a setting to toggle the camera behavior while on a boat.
SteamThree New Lunar Island Biomesnew contentMilestoneDiscover 3 new biomes loaded with valuable new resources, craftables, and fearsome enemies.
SteamMinimap Flicker Fixbug fixFixed a flicker when opening the minimap for the first time (and after using the Pitchfork).
SteamFixed Story:_FindStartingTask Default Return ValuemoddingSteamAdded Sounds for the FlareaudioSteamFixed Performance Issue After SailingperformanceFixed a performance issue that could occur after sailing for a little while.
SteamBooster Shot Crafting in Wilderness Modebug fixBooster Shot can now be crafted in Wilderness mode.
SteamIntroduction of New Boat Mechanicsnew contentMilestoneBuild and deck out a boat large enough to carry you and your fellow Survivors across the sea.
SteamGetPlatformAtPoint Parameter UpdatemoddingGetPlatformAtPoint now accepts the parameters (x, z) and (x, y, z).
SteamBoats Overhanging Waterfalls Fixbug fixBoats can no longer be placed overhanging the waterfalls.
SteamStorygen.lua Returns Story ClassmoddingSteamBoat Actions Fixbug fixPlayers can no longer craft or perform other actions while hopping on and off boats.
SteamFixed Werebeaver’s Action Stringsbug fixFixed Werebeaver’s Plank / Abandon Ship action strings.
SteamNew Seafaring Crafting Menunew contentMilestoneCraft everything you’ll need to hit the high seas.
SteamIntroduction of Enlightenment Meternew contentMilestoneSee the world from a new perspective as your Sanity is replaced by an all-new Enlightenment meter.
SteamCamera Centering Fixbug fixCamera now centers on the player properly after hopping off a boat while using some mods.
SteamExploration of the Lunar Islandnew contentMilestoneExplore a strange lunar landscape filled with bizarre creatures.
Steam - 7 eventsRedesigned boat gameplay mechanicsgameplay
Changes to boat, mast, anchor, and steering wheel for better ocean navigation.
SteamRetrofitting: Adding new content to old worldsnew contentSteamNew rewards system for account pointsquality of lifePlayers can earn points through activities and redeem them for items.
SteamImproved water visualsvisualsEnhancements include separating biomes and adding edges to the world.
SteamImproved creature pathfinding related to wateraiCreatures may navigate around bodies of water or swim across depending on the situation.
SteamImproved land creature reactions to water environmentaiFixes issues with bosses walking towards players while stuck on shore.
Steam - 19 eventsHotfix 356019 - Victorian Warly Animation Bugbug fix
Fixed animation bug with Victorian Warly’s beard.
SteamHotfix 356019 - Willow Animation Bugbug fixFixed animation bug with Willow’s custom idle animation when using skins.
SteamHotfix 356321 - Modded Food Visibilitybug fixFixed animation bug with modded food being invisible in the Portable Spicer.
SteamNew Vegetables Addednew contentNew vegetables: Toma Root, Potato, Asparagus, Pepper, Onion, and Garlic available to all characters.
SteamHotfix 356321 - Wardrobe Popup Issuesbug fixFixed some issues with the new Wardrobe Popup Screen.
SteamHotfix 356019 - Invisible Cropsbug fixFixed animation bug with new crops being invisible when grown on Farms.
SteamNew Crock Pot Recipesnew contentSeveral new Crock Pot recipes added, available to all characters.
SteamWarly's Portable Grinding Millnew contentMilestoneWarly can craft a Portable Grinding Mill for seasoning powders.
SteamHotfix 356019 - Seasoning Crashbug fixFixed crash when attempting to add seasoning to mod foods.
SteamWarly's Chef Pouchnew contentMilestoneWarly can craft a Chef Pouch to preserve food items longer.
SteamWarly's Portable Crock Potnew contentMilestoneWarly can craft a Portable Crock Pot that cooks 25% faster with exclusive dishes.
SteamHotfix 356019 - WX-78 Animation Bugbug fixFixed animation bug with WX-78’s Unfinished Robot Hands.
SteamHotfix 356321 - Electric Attacksbug fixElectric attacks from Volt Goat Chaud-Froid buff will now properly charge Volt Goats.
SteamWarly's Portable Seasoning Stationnew contentMilestoneWarly can craft a Portable Seasoning Station to enhance dishes with seasoning.
SteamIntroduction of Warly Characternew contentMilestoneWarly joins the game with unique cooking abilities and new recipes.
Steam - 8 eventsNew Vegetables Addednew content
Toma Root, Potato, Asparagus, Pepper, Onion, and Garlic available to all characters.
SteamWarly's Portable Seasoning Stationnew contentMilestoneCombines prepared dishes with seasoning powder for bonus effects.
SteamWarly's Portable Crock Potnew contentMilestoneCooks 25% faster and includes new exclusive dishes with unique bonuses.
SteamWarly Deluxe Wardrobedlc release$7.99 includes Warly's Roseate, Victorian and Trawler skin sets.
SteamIntroduction of Warly Characternew contentMilestoneWarly joins the team with unique cooking abilities and new gameplay mechanics.
SteamWarly's Hunger Mechanicsbalance changeIncreased max hunger of 250, but decreases 20% faster than other characters.
Steam - 4 eventsUpcoming Content for Return of Themother
More information on upcoming content for Return of Them will be shared soon.
SteamWarly Character Release Datenew contentWarly will be coming to Don't Starve Together on July 25th.
SteamMemory Issue with New OceansperformanceMilestoneA significant memory issue related to the new oceans was discovered during testing.
SteamUnannounced ProjectotherThe team is working on an unannounced project that will be shared soon.
Steam - 33 eventsWormwood Deluxe Cheststore
The Wormwood Deluxe Chest is available for $10.99 and includes multiple skin sets.
SteamBramble Husk Thorns Trigger Fixbug fixFixed bug where Bramble Husk’s thorns are still triggered when the Player is mounted.
SteamCactus Flower Drop Bug Fixbug fixFixed bug where Cactus destroyed by a Sinkhole did not drop Cactus Flower.
SteamWormwood Character Introductionnew contentMilestoneWormwood the Lonesome is set to arrive in the Constant with unique abilities and mechanics.
SteamWormwood's Planting AbilitygameplayWormwood can plant Seeds directly in the ground without using Farms.
SteamWormwood's Damage and Healing Adjustmentsbalance changeWormwood takes 25% more damage from fire and food items do not heal him.
SteamMissing Sound FX for Wormwood's Emotebug fixFixed missing sound FX for Wormwood’s /sleepy emote.
SteamSanity Effects for Wormwoodbalance changeWormwood loses sanity when plants are destroyed near him and gains sanity when plants are planted nearby.
SteamLayering Issues with Oasis Bound Legsbug fixFixed layering and hiding issues with Oasis Bound Legs.
SteamWormwood Availabilitydlc releaseMilestoneWormwood is available for free for all owners of Don't Starve Hamlet or for purchase in the Wormwood Chest.
SteamBernie Damage Bug Fixbug fixFixed bug where an equipped Bernie gets damaged when Willow attacks on a mount.
SteamWormwood's Green Thumb Crafting Tabnew contentMilestoneWormwood has a Green Thumb crafting tab with new items.
SteamWaterproof Gear Bug Fixbug fixFixed bug where waterproof gear did not protect Wes when crafting Pile o' Balloons.
SteamBramble Husk Itemnew contentBramble Husk provides 65% Armor and shoots out thorns when hit, dealing 23 damage in a small radius.
SteamSanity Loss from Destroying PlantsgameplayWormwood loses sanity when plants are destroyed near him, excluding diseased or burnt plants.
SteamCompost Wrap Itemnew contentCompost Wrap restores 30 Health to Wormwood and can be used as a potent fertilizer.
SteamIncreased Fire Damage Takenbalance changeWormwood takes 25% more damage from fire and burns for slightly longer.
SteamWormwood's Spring TransformationgameplayIn Spring, Wormwood blossoms, gaining increased movement speed, draining hunger faster, and attracting Bees.
SteamWormwood Character Releasednew contentMilestoneWormwood is now available for players, featuring unique abilities and crafting options.
SteamBramble Trap Itemnew contentBramble Trap shoots out Thorns when triggered, dealing 40 damage in a small radius.
SteamWormwood's Unique AbilitiesgameplayMilestoneWormwood can plant Seeds directly in the ground, gains increased movement speed in Spring, and has unique interactions with plants.
SteamWormwood's Fertilization MechanicgameplayWormwood can use Manure, Guano, or Bucket-o-poop to fertilize himself, restoring 2 Health.
SteamSanity Effect Distance ReductiongameplaySanity effects from planting or destroying plants are reduced the further it happens from Wormwood.
SteamAncient Fuelweaver Inspection Strings Fixbug fixFixed inspection strings for Ancient Fuelweaver.
Steam - 37 eventsNew Skin Salesnew content
Willow’s Guest of Honor, Triumphant, Survivor and Rose Skins are now available for purchase.
SteamWillow's Sanity Gain Near Firequality of lifeWillow still gains sanity near fire and can still cook with her Lighter.
SteamWillow's Fire Extinguishing Speedbalance changeWillow takes no burn damage while extinguishing fires and does it faster than others.
SteamFixed Sanity Bonus Bugbug fixFixed bug where Willow was not receiving the full sanity bonus from fires.
SteamNew Twitch Campaignnew contentA new Twitch campaign with an entirely new theme is being prepared.
SteamWillow's Sanity and Cold Resistancebalance changeWillow no longer gets cold from low sanity and winter gear is less effective.
SteamBernie Equip Feature for Willownew contentBernie can now be equipped by Willow for sanity and warmth at the cost of durability.
SteamWillow Freezing Changesbalance changeWillow is now more easily frozen and takes more damage at freezing temperatures.
SteamFixed Targeting Issues with Bernie and Othersbug fixFixed bug where Bernie, Winona’s Catapult, and Houndius Shootius can end up targeting players incorrectly.
SteamDrop Table ChangeschangesRemoved icons, vignettes, and profile backgrounds from the drop table.
SteamNew Items Availablenew contentNew items including the Ghastly Attic Chest and Willow Deluxe Wardrobe can be purchased.
SteamWillow's Fire Extinguishingbalance changeWillow takes no burn damage while extinguishing smoldering fires and does it faster.
SteamFixed Freeze Resist Bugbug fixFixed bug where Willow’s freeze resist changes after she dies and resurrects.
SteamBernie Targeting Fixesbug fixBernie will no longer target players that attack him on non-PvP servers.
SteamBernie's Shadow Creature Tauntnew contentBernie will still taunt Shadow Creatures when any other player is nearby and insane.
SteamDeconstruction Staff Bug Fixbug fixUsing a Deconstruction Staff on certain creatures will now drop available offerings.
SteamWillow's Freezing Damage Increasebalance changeWillow takes more damage and loses sanity from freezing.
SteamUpdated Willow's Perk Stringsbug fixUpdated Willow’s perk strings in the character selection screen.
SteamFixed Animation Bug with Forlorn Doll Skinbug fixFixed animation bug when Willow is electrocuted while using The Forlorn Doll skin.
SteamBernie's New Abilitiesnew contentMilestoneBernie can now be equipped by Willow and will taunt and fight hostile creatures.
SteamWillow Character Refreshnew contentMilestoneWillow receives a character refresh with new abilities and changes.
SteamWillow's Overheating Changesbalance changeWillow takes longer to overheat and less damage when overheated.
SteamWillow's Fire Immunitybalance changeWillow gets fire immunity for the first several seconds and then reduced damage thereafter.
SteamBernie Targeting on PvP Serversbug fixBernie will target non-Willow players that attack him on PvP servers.
SteamBernie's New Behaviornew contentBernie grows big and will taunt and fight most hostile creatures when Willow is nearby and insane.
SteamWillow Character Refreshnew contentMilestoneWillow's Refresh will be coming May 7th with various changes to her abilities.
Steam - 20 eventsWillow Character Refresh Plannedother
Willow character refresh planned to launch with the major game update.
SteamOfficial Simplified Chinese SupportlocalizationOfficial support for Simplified Chinese added after reviewing the entire string library.
SteamArmor Damage Fix During Soul Hopbug fixArmor will no longer take damage when evading an attack during Soul Hop.
SteamAbigail and Wigrid's Battleborn Trigger Fixbug fixSand Spikes, Relics, and Balloons will no longer trigger Abigail or Wigrid’s Battleborn.
SteamWortox Character DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestoneWortox the Soul Starved will be available for purchase on March 28th.
SteamWortox's Food Consumption Adjustedbalance changeWortox's body craves Souls, making food only ½ as sustaining.
SteamWortox Purchase OptionsshopWortox available for $6.99 in the Wortox Chest or $10.99 in the Wortox Deluxe Chest.
SteamWortox Character Releasednew contentMilestoneWortox, the Soul Starved, has been added as a new character with unique abilities.
SteamWortox's Soul Abilitiesbalance changeWortox can catch souls, eat them, teleport, and heal allies, but can be overloaded.
SteamFirst Major Game Update PlannedotherMilestoneFirst major game update planned for the end of April, focusing on laying groundwork for more content.
SteamWortox Abilities Overviewnew contentMilestoneWortox can catch souls, eat them, teleport, heal allies, and has unique hunger mechanics.
SteamSoul Spawn Fixesbug fixSand Spikes, Relics, Balloons, Meat Bulbs, and Nightmares will no longer spawn Souls.
Steam - 6 eventsWinona's Catapultnew content
AOE damage to the nearest enemy, requires a rechargeable Generator to power.
SteamWinona's Crafting Speedbalance changeWinona now crafts slowly when hungry (with no hunger cost).
SteamWinona's Spotlightnew contentIlluminates the nearest ally, requires a rechargeable Generator to power.
Steam - 1 eventLunar New Year Update Plannedseasonal event
An update for Lunar New Year with new skins is planned for late January or early February.
Steam - 6 eventsYear of the Pig King Eventseasonal event
Celebrate the Year of the Pig King with new challenges and festive prizes.
SteamFixed Shop Screen Crashbug fixResolved crash issue in Shop Screen for users with Steam Overlay disabled.
SteamFixed Wigfrid’s Ultimate Spear Skin Bugbug fixAnimation bug causing the spear skin to turn invisible when dropped has been fixed.
SteamYear of the Pig King Collection Skinsnew contentNew skins available for characters, purchasable or obtainable through gameplay.
SteamSpecial Gift for Event Participantsbalance changePlayers logging in before the event ends will receive a Pig King Hat.
Steam - 6 eventsIntroduction of New Characters Every Two Monthsnew contentMilestone
Four new characters will be released starting in mid-March, with one character every two months.
SteamIncreased Support for Console Versionsquality of lifeInvesting in technology and staff to update console versions more efficiently.
SteamYear of the Pig King Update Launching Soonseasonal eventThe Year of the Pig King update is set to go live shortly.
SteamOngoing Bug Fixes and Quality of Life Updatesbug fixContinual updates for bug fixes and quality of life improvements.
SteamNew Biomes and Creatures Coming in 2019new contentMilestoneSurvivors will be able to travel to new lands with new biomes, creatures, and more, starting in mid-April.
SteamMonthly Character Refreshes Starting in Marchnew contentMilestoneEvery character will receive revamped abilities and backstory, starting with Winona in March.
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