What changed in Grim Dawn in 2017

54 updates · 27 main milestones · Feb 10, 2017 to Dec 20, 2017

  1. 8 events
    Massive List of Improvements and Balance Changesbalance changeMilestone

    A comprehensive list of improvements and balance changes has been implemented.

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    Massive List of Improvements and Balance Changesbalance changeMilestone

    A comprehensive list of improvements and balance changes has been implemented.

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    Ashes of Malmouth Enemies Added to Cruciblenew content

    Enemies from the Ashes of Malmouth expansion are now part of the Crucible.

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    Introduction of Two New Arenasnew content

    Two new arenas have been added to the Crucible.

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    Introduction of Two New Arenasnew content

    Two new arenas have been added to the Crucible.

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    Two New Monster Infrequents Introducednew content

    Two brand new Monster Infrequents have been added to the game.

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    Ashes of Malmouth Enemies Added to Cruciblenew content

    Enemies from the Ashes of Malmouth expansion are now featured in the Crucible.

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    Two New Monster Infrequents Introducednew content

    Two brand new Monster Infrequents have been added to the game.

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  2. 4 events
    Fixed rare crash issuebug fixMilestone

    Resolved a rare crash that could trigger anywhere in the game world.

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    Monster loot drop adjustmentbug fix

    Fixed an issue with monsters above level 100 dropping an excessive amount of affix-less items.

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    Adjusted monster loot drop ratesbug fix

    Fixed an issue with monsters above level 100 dropping an excessive amount of affix-less items.

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    Fix for rare crash issuebug fixMilestone

    Resolved a rare crash that could trigger anywhere in the game world.

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  3. 7 events
    Reduced armor gap between Heavy armor and Light/Caster armorbalance change

    Adjusted armor values to balance gameplay between armor types.

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    Major improvements to controller supportperformanceMilestone

    Enhanced functionality and responsiveness for controller users.

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    Improved Controller Supportperformance

    Major improvements to controller support have been implemented.

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    Reduced Armor Gapbalance change

    Significantly reduced armor gap between Heavy armor and Light/Caster armor.

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    Classic Casting Togglegameplay

    Players can toggle Classic Casting in the game options if they prefer the old mechanics.

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    Enhanced Casting Behaviorgameplay

    Significant improvements to casting behavior have been made.

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    Improved casting behaviorgameplay

    Changes made to casting mechanics, with an option to toggle Classic Casting.

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  4. 6 events
    Grim Dawn: Ashes of Malmouth Expansion Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The massive expansion for Grim Dawn is now available, featuring new content and gameplay mechanics.

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    Two New Chapters Added to Grim Dawn Storynew contentMilestone

    The expansion includes a significant amount of new content with two additional chapters.

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    Two New Chapters Added to Grim Dawn Storynew contentMilestone

    The expansion includes a huge amount of content with two new chapters.

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    Introduction of the Illusionist Systemnew contentMilestone

    A new gameplay feature that allows players to customize the appearance of their gear.

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    Grim Dawn: Ashes of Malmouth Expansion Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The massive expansion is now available, featuring new content and the Illusionist System.

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    Introduction of the Illusionist Systemnew content

    A new system that allows players to customize the appearance of their gear.

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  5. 2 events
    Ashes of Malmouth DLC Release Datedlc releaseMilestone

    The next chapter of Grim Dawn, Ashes of Malmouth, is set to release on October 11th.

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    Grim Dawn: Ashes of Malmouth Release Date Announceddlc releaseMilestone

    The next chapter of Grim Dawn is coming on October 11th.

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  6. 2 events
    Grim Dawn: Ashes of Malmouth DLC Announcementdlc releaseMilestone

    The next chapter of Grim Dawn's epic story will soon begin, featuring new areas such as Ugdenbog and the fallen city of Malmouth.

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    Grim Dawn: Ashes of Malmouth Announcementdlc releaseMilestone

    The next chapter of Grim Dawn's epic story will soon begin, featuring new areas and gameplay.

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  7. 1 event
    Upcoming Expansion Announcementdlc releaseMilestone

    Reveal of the logo for the upcoming expansion, with closed testing currently underway.

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  8. 4 events
    New Helms Added to Loyalist Upgradenew content

    Two new helms: Helm of the Venerable Warrior and Pillager's Dread Helm available from Kory the Keeper.

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    Major Quality of Life Changesquality of lifeMilestone

    Implemented various quality of life improvements as part of the major patch.

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    New Helms Added to Loyalist Upgradenew content

    Two new helms: Helm of the Venerable Warrior and Pillager's Dread Helm available from Kory the Keeper.

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    Major Quality of Life Changesquality of lifeMilestone

    Implemented various quality of life improvements as part of the update.

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  9. 12 events
    Hundreds of New Itemsnew content

    The expansion will feature hundreds of new items.

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    Level Cap IncreasegameplayMilestone

    The level cap will be increased to 100.

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    Upcoming Expansion Featuresnew contentMilestone

    The first expansion will include new content such as two new masteries, a level cap increase to 100, and an Illusion System.

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    Hundreds of New Itemsnew contentMilestone

    The expansion will include hundreds of new items.

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    Level Cap IncreasegameplayMilestone

    The level cap will be increased to 100 in the upcoming expansion.

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    Illusion System Introductionnew contentMilestone

    An Illusion System will be added to transform gear appearances.

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    Upcoming Expansion Featuresnew contentMilestone

    The next expansion will include a new chapter, two new masteries, a level cap increase to 100, and an Illusion System.

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    Crucible DLC Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The Crucible DLC was released, funded by Kickstarter backers.

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    New Masteries Announcednew contentMilestone

    Two new masteries will be introduced, including the Inquisitor.

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    Crucible DLC Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The Crucible DLC was released as a Kickstarter stretch goal funded by backers.

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    Illusion System Introducednew content

    An Illusion System will allow players to transform their gear's appearance.

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    New Masteries Announcednew contentMilestone

    Two new masteries will be introduced, including the Inquisitor.

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  10. 8 events
    Smoother Leveling Experiencegameplay

    Improvements made to enhance the leveling experience for players.

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    New Legendaries Added to Dungeonsnew content

    New Legendaries introduced in the Steps of Torment and Bastion of Chaos.

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    Further Class Balance Tuningbalance change

    Additional tuning applied to class balance for improved gameplay.

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    New Quality of Life Featuresquality of life

    Introduction of various quality of life tech features to enhance gameplay.

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    Quality of Life Tech Features Implementedquality of life

    Various new tech features aimed at improving player experience.

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    New Legendaries Added to Dungeonsnew content

    New Legendaries introduced in the Steps of Torment and Bastion of Chaos roguelike dungeons.

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    Smoother Leveling Experiencegameplay

    Improvements made to provide a smoother leveling experience.

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    Further Class Balance Tuningbalance change

    Adjustments made to class balance for better gameplay.

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