Spiral Knights

Operation Crimson Hammer DLC launched on July 3, 2026, introducing players to Warmaster Seerus and his Grand Arsenal, as they battled against the Crimson Order. This free DLC came alongside several other notable updates, including new gear and a seasonal event.

• New Summer Gear: Players gained access to a variety of new summer-themed items, including armor, helms, hair accessories, Hologlyphs, and shields, all released on July 3, 2026.
• New Status Symbol Auras: Light infantry and scout knights received new Status Symbol auras, allowing them to send out a beacon, also introduced on July 3, 2026.
• Confront the Kataclysm Event: A limited-time event offered players the chance to earn the Shrouded Crest by retrieving Ancient Pages from black kats in Moorcroft Manor, starting on July 3, 2026.

The Coliseum Crucible Level Editor launched on April 6, 2026, allowing players to create PvP levels, marking a significant expansion in player-generated content. Alongside this, the Super Brawl PvP Mode was introduced, offering a fast-paced free-for-all combat experience for up to eight knights. Players also enjoyed various new content additions, including themed goodies and gear for the Anniversary celebration.

• New Modes:
  • Super Brawl PvP Mode: A free-for-all mode with five-minute rounds.
  • Coliseum Crucible: A feature enabling players to design their own Lockdown levels.
• New Gear and Items:
  • FlowerTech Mk II Prize Box: Introduced vibrant botanical gear and accessories.
  • Clockworks Prize Boxes: Offered themed items like the Spotlight Aura and Clock Blocker shields.
  • Party Themed Goodies: Included Cake Slice tokens for exclusive items during the Anniversary event.

• Seasonal Events:
  • Winterfest 2025: Launched in December, featuring festive missions and rewards.
  • Anniversary Celebration Missions: Provided special missions to earn Cake Slice tokens.
  • Return of the Apocrean Harvester: Featured a new obstacle on the Grasping Plateau until May 25.

• Balance Changes:
  • Crystal Use Level Adjustments: Increased bonus chances for medium and maximum levels.
  • Forge System Updates: Guaranteed success for all forging attempts to assist new players.
  • Catalyzer Damage Buff: Enhanced damage for various Catalyzer types.

• Quality of Life Improvements:
  • New Quick Travel Commands: Added for easier navigation for knights in Haven.
  • Improved Inventory Search for Accessories: Enhanced search functionality for equipment.

• Performance Enhancements:
  • Backend System Upgrade: Modernized systems to improve overall performance.
  • New Servers for Australia and Brazil: Improved connectivity for players in these regions.

Winterfest Event launched on December 14, 2018, marking a highlight in the year's content updates for *Spiral Knights*. This seasonal event introduced festive activities and new craftable weapons alongside several other notable additions. Returning players can also explore fresh gear from the Kataclysmic Confrontation and participate in various themed events throughout the year.

• New Craftable Weapons: Players could craft festive themed weapons using special materials from Mount Krampus as part of the Winterfest update.
• Winterfest Prestige Mission: The Grinchlin Assault Prestige Mission on Mount Krampus offered players a chance to engage in unique challenges during the Winterfest.
• Winterfest Danger Rooms: Random encounters in the Clockworks allowed players to collect Frozen Winterfest Wishlist tokens, enhancing the seasonal experience.
• New Winter Wish Tokens: Players earned red, green, and white Winter Wish tokens to trade for exclusive festive items.
• New Gear from Kataclysmic Confrontation: New gear sets, including the Kat Claw cloak and Black Kat cloak, were crafted using Ancient Pages, expanding player customization options.
• Seasonal Events: Key events included the Apocrean Harvester Returns and Gobble Snipes Migration Event, each offering unique rewards and limited-time activities.
• Cyber Monday Flash Sales: A special sale on November 26 featured discounts on fire crystals, keys, and various accessories, providing players with opportunities to enhance their gameplay.

Spiral Knights celebrated its 7th Anniversary with new missions and rewards, including the Total Caketastrophe and A Gremlin in Knead events on April 1, 2018. Players could earn Cake Slice tokens for special anniversary items. The Running Wild Box introduced a variety of new items like the Wild Aura and Alpha Claw Gauntlet on February 16, 2018, enriching the game's inventory.

• New Events:
  • 7th Anniversary Celebration Missions launched on April 1, 2018, featuring two special missions.
  • Return of the Apocrean Harvester Event on June 1, 2018, tasked players with defeating the harvester for rewards.
  • Winterfest Event started on December 13, 2017, with festive activities and missions against Grinchlins.
• New Content:
  • The Grinchlin Stronghold Raid on December 13, 2017, offered special 4* Solstice Ring trinkets.
  • The Obsidian Prize Boxes became available on June 1, 2018, containing various themed items.
  • Players could craft new Tortodrone Handguns using materials from the Tortodrone Migration Event on February 16, 2018.

• Gameplay Enhancements:
  • Daily Prestige Missions Against Grinchlins were introduced on December 13, 2017, enhancing player engagement.
  • A new Accessory Slot for Ankles was added on May 12, 2018, allowing more customization options.

• Balance Changes:
  • Adjustments were made to the Tortofist Gun and Shard Bomb damage mechanics on September 8, 2017, improving overall gameplay balance.

• Quality of Life Updates:
  • The maximum number of guild hall statues increased from 8 to 10 on April 1, 2018, allowing for greater personalization of guild spaces.

The introduction of Starlight Cradle Levels marked a significant expansion of Spiral Knights, launching on May 11, 2017, and adding new levels in T2 and T3 with fresh enemies and optional danger rooms. This update, alongside the Spiral Knights Anniversary Celebration, brought special missions and rewards to commemorate the game's sixth anniversary.

• New Maps:
  • Pipeline: A poison-themed level released on March 31, 2017, designed for challenging encounters.
  • Fortress: A small castle arena introduced on April 21, 2017, filled with hazards.
  • Icebox: A freeze-themed level with knight-controllable traps launched on March 17, 2017.

• New Equipment and Items:
  • Scarlet Scouts Equipment: New themed armor and accessories became available on January 13, 2017.
  • Emerald and Pearl Prize Boxes: These new boxes introduced various items, including Auras and wings, on June 9, 2017.
  • New Weapons: The Advanced Cautery Sword and Amputator were among the new weapon types added on May 11, 2017.

• Gameplay Enhancements:
  • Hardcore Mode: Introduced on March 3, 2017, it offered players new challenges with auto-targeting disabled.
  • Control Points Adjustments: Updated on March 31, 2017, to include obstacles that inflict status effects.

• Seasonal Events:
  • Winterfest 2016 Event: Launched on December 16, 2016, featuring new missions and rewards.
  • Dark Harvest Festival: Returned on October 21, 2016, with the Punkin King causing chaos and offering exclusive prizes.

• Balance Changes:
  • Increased health for the Guardian's Shield during Lockdown and lowered Guild Hall upkeep prices were notable adjustments made on May 11, 2017.

The Apocrean Harvester Returns Event marked a highlight in Year 5 of *Spiral Knights*, bringing players back to the Grasping Plateau to assist in freeing trapped souls and earning Apocrean Sigil tokens. Additionally, the 5th Birthday Celebration Events introduced special missions and prize boxes, enhancing the festive atmosphere.

• New Missions: The Grinchlin Assault Prestige Mission and Save Winterfest Prestige Mission were added, allowing players to earn unique rewards while engaging in seasonal storylines.
• New Prize Boxes: Multiple new prize boxes were introduced, including the Obsidian Prize Box, Aquamarine Prize Box, and Amethyst Prize Box, offering players a range of themed items and cosmetics.
  • Obsidian Prize Boxes included Apocrean-themed items.
  • Aquamarine Prize Box featured new items like the Aquamarine Aura.
  • Amethyst Prize Box contained various Amethyst-themed accessories.
• Seasonal Events: The year featured numerous seasonal events, including the Winterfest Event, Lunar New Year Event, and the Kataclysmic Confrontation Event, each offering time-limited missions and exclusive items.
• Gameplay Enhancements: Special missions such as Total Caketastrophe provided new challenges, while crafting options expanded with new gear recipes available from Ancient Pages.
• Discounts and Sales: Various discounts were offered, including a 50% off Guardians Armor Pack and a 75% off Operation Crimson Hammer expansion mission, making premium content more accessible during seasonal sales.

The Plunge Prize Box launched on May 6, 2015, introducing a variety of summer-themed items including the Deadly Charcoaler and Splash Trunks. This year also saw the addition of new Rank 10-2 missions and the introduction of several new gear lines, enhancing gameplay and providing fresh content for players.

• New Missions: Five new Rank 10-2 missions were added on May 13, 2015, along with three new Rank 10-1 missions released on February 11, 2015, featuring exciting new adventures.
  • Rank 10-2 Missions: New tales and adventures in five missions.
  • Rank 10-1 Missions: Missions titled Breaking in the Recruits, Crimson Chaos, and It Came From Below.
• Gear Lines: Several new gear lines were introduced, including the Wicked Gear Line on June 4, 2015, and the Electric Gear Line on February 4, 2015.
  • Wicked Gear Line: Featured Wicked helms, armors, and accessories.
  • Electric Gear Line: Included Electric armor, helms, and accessories.

• Seasonal Events: The Spiral Knights Anniversary Celebration took place from March 25 to April 7, 2015, alongside various other seasonal events such as the Winterfest and Lunar New Year celebrations.
  • Winterfest: Launched on December 17, 2014, it included special missions and rewards.
  • Lunar New Year: Celebrated with the Spiralhorn Prize Box featuring accessories and fireworks.

• Balance Changes: Various balance adjustments were made, particularly to the Catalyzer and Polaris lines of weapons, enhancing gameplay mechanics and weapon effectiveness.

• New Items: Numerous new items were introduced throughout the year, including the Extraordinary Prize Box and Dazed Prize Box, which contained unique accessories and costumes.

Operation Crimson Hammer DLC launched on September 25, 2013, introducing a new mission available for 3200 energy. This year also saw the addition of several new missions, including A Gremlin in Knead and Grinchlin Assault, as well as a significant overhaul of the energy system which removed energy requirements for elevators.

• New Missions:
  • A Gremlin in Knead: Players assisted Skylark Head Chef Biscotti and Gremlin chef Groat in a culinary adventure on April 2, 2014.
  • Grinchlin Assault: A festive mission where players thwarted Grinchlins and collected special crafting materials launched on December 11, 2013.
  • Shroud of the Apocrea: Introduced on October 23, 2013, this mission featured new challenges and items.

• Gameplay Overhaul:
  • Energy System Overhaul: Eliminated energy costs for elevators and compensated players for existing elevator passes and tanks on July 31, 2013.
  • Emergency Revive System: Allowed Knights to revive once per floor, enhancing gameplay dynamics.

• Seasonal Events:
  • Winterfest: Celebrated with new missions and items on December 11, 2013.
  • Kataclysmic Confrontation Event: Returned in August 2013, allowing players to collect Ancient Page tokens for new gear.

• New Items and Updates:
  • Battle Sprites: Launched on June 18, 2013, these customizable companions added a new layer to combat.
  • New Weapon Reskins: Introduced during the summer months, such as the Deadly Charcoaler and Spiral Soaker.

• Balance Changes:
  • Increased material drops from Grinchlin treasure boxes were implemented on December 18, 2013, enhancing player rewards during missions.

The introduction of the Shield Bash and Dash abilities on May 22, 2013, marked a significant gameplay enhancement for Spiral Knights, allowing players to charge enemies and dash for quick invulnerability. Additionally, the game expanded with new content, including the Compounds level series and a new class of Mini-Monsters, enriching the gameplay experience.

• New Abilities:
  • Shield Bash: Knights can charge enemies, dealing damage and stunning them.
  • Dash Ability: Provides a burst of speed and limited invulnerability.

• New Content:
  • Mini-Monsters: Introduced new creatures like Dust Bunnies and Glop Drops on April 10, 2013.
  • New Level Series: The Compounds area debuted, featuring unique levels combining two monster families.
  • New Danger Missions: Missions like "Ghosts in the Machine" and "Heart of Ice" were released, offering fresh challenges.

• Guild Hall Expansion:
  • Released on November 15, 2012, this update allowed players to customize and expand their Guild Halls with new design features and furniture options.

• Seasonal Events:
  • The Winterfest Event launched on December 12, 2012, featuring new missions and decorations, while the Kataclysmic Confrontation Event on January 30, 2013, introduced a limited-time challenge against cursed Black Kats.

• Balance Changes:
  • Updates included adjustments to the damage area for Flourish-style swords and improvements to bomb behaviors, enhancing overall gameplay dynamics.

• User Interface Overhaul:
  • A significant UI update on April 4, 2013, revamped the user experience with new features like a detailed mini-map and health display changes.

Operation Crimson Hammer DLC launched on February 29, 2012, introducing new missions and challenges against the formidable Warmaster Seerus. This major update significantly expanded gameplay options, alongside the game's initial launch as a free-to-play title on Steam on June 14, 2011. Other notable highlights include the introduction of Player Versus Player combat and the Shadow Lair levels, enhancing the competitive and exploratory aspects of the game.

• New Content:
  • Shadow Lair Levels: Introduced on October 19, 2011, offering challenging new levels for elite players.
  • Player Versus Player Combat: Launched on July 25, 2011, allowing players to compete against each other in the Coliseum.
  • New Adventure and Boss Encounter: Added with the Operation Crimson Hammer DLC, featuring the mighty Warmaster Seerus.

• New Systems / Mechanics:
  • Missions System: Introduced on February 22, 2012, this system structured gameplay around missions with guaranteed rewards.
  • Updated Character Creation Interface: Enhanced customization options for players launched on April 25, 2012.

• Balance & Gameplay:
  • Increased Sword and Bomb Damage: Adjustments made on May 9, 2012, improving combat dynamics.
  • Lockdown Scoring System Changes: Implemented on May 24, 2012, introducing a new points system for capturing points in PvP.

• Seasonal Events:
  • One Year Anniversary Celebration Event: Running from April 4 to April 10, 2012, featuring special missions and rewards.
  • Dark Harvest Festival: Began on October 19, 2011, with unique rewards and themed activities.