What changed in Star Trek Online in 2026
166 updates · 41 main milestones · Feb 3, 2026 to Jun 11, 2026
- 3 eventsDelta Recruitment Event Returnsseasonal event
The Delta Recruitment event allows players to create new Delta Recruit characters from June 11th to July 3rd.
SteamTesseract Transceiver Device for Delta RecruitsgameplayNew Delta Recruits will receive a tesseract transceiver device to complete their special goals.
SteamNew Delta Recruit Goals and Rewardsnew contentDelta Recruits will have special goals to prepare for the Iconian War and earn rewards.
Steam - 7 eventsNew Powerboard and Floaternew content
A Regency Era themed powerboard and floater for travel on Risa.
SteamNew Science Kit Module: Unseen Mischiefnew contentCloaks the user and confuses nearby foes, granting a Critical Chance Buff after toggling off.
SteamNew Tactical Kit Module: Terror-Formernew contentCreates powerful quakes around enemies and reduces their resistance to damage.
SteamNew Engineering Kit Module: Holographic Defendersnew contentCreates duplicates of the user to attack enemies, maxing out at 10 duplicates.
SteamNew Bridge Officer Manualsnew contentNew manuals for Virulent Dark Matter Cloud, Magmatic Deployment, and Cyclonic Generator.
SteamNew Costumes Availablenew contentIncludes British Naval Uniform, Betazoid Civilian Clothing, and Soccer Jerseys.
Steam - 3 eventsProvoked Hostilities Starship Traitnew content
Unlocks at level 5 mastery, this trait causes affected foes to emit a Kinetic Blast that deals damage and can confuse nearby enemies.
SteamEscalation Override Assembly Consolenew contentThe Damocles Class features a unique console that enhances power transfer rates and provides combat advantages during Escalation Override mode.
SteamDamocles Class Starship Launchnew contentMilestoneA new ship, the Damocles Class, will be available in the Infinity Lock Box starting 5/26 on PC and 6/30 on Xbox and Playstation.
Steam - 8 eventsEvent Campaign VIII Participationquality of life
Participate in the event to earn progress towards the Grand Prize in Event Campaign VIII.
SteamCrystalline Catastrophe TFO Revampnew contentThe Crystalline Catastrophe TFO has been re-tuned and revamped as a 5-man TFO, improving accessibility and visuals.
SteamVault: Ensnared TFOnew contentTeam up with the Remans to defend the Vault from a Tholian invasion force.
SteamZen Buyout Option for Event Progressquality of lifePlayers can buy out remaining progress for the event using Zen, with a dynamic pricing model.
SteamAzure Nebula Rescue TFOnew contentAssist the Romulan Star Empire in the Azure Nebula by freeing captured ships from Tholian defenses.
SteamCrystalline Chaos Featured Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneThe Crystalline Chaos Featured Event begins on May 5th, 2026, featuring multiple TFOs and rewards.
SteamTholian Universal Kit Frame ∞ Rewardnew contentMilestoneEarn the Tholian Universal Kit Frame ∞, providing defensive bonuses and additional set-based bonuses.
SteamDaily Progress System for TFOsquality of lifePlayers can earn Daily Progress once every 20 hours by completing any of the featured TFOs.
Steam - 11 eventsFemale Trill Uniform Arms Vanishing Issue Fixedbug fix
Trill arms no longer vanish when wearing this Upper item.
SteamMale Romulan Republic Boots Color Choice Fixedbug fixFixed the missing color choice on the heel.
SteamAdded Tooltip on Sector Space Mapui uxA 'Click to Set a Course' tooltip was added on Sector Space map.
Steam2409 Female Trill Uniform Missing Body Parts Fixedbug fixThis piece no longer has missing body parts.
SteamShip Stats Not Affected by Skill-based Statsbug fixFixed the issue where the ship is not affected by Hull Capacity, Shield Cap, and other space-based Skill-based stats.
SteamKlingon Recruit Event Spawn Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where muHwi' spawns above the roof and cannot be killed by players.
SteamFloating Windows Issue Resolved in 16th Anniversary Bundlebug fixResolved an issue on the Drexler where using Type 2 windows would cause floating windows.
SteamDouble-clicking in Overflow Bag Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where double-clicking in the overflow bag did not equip Prisoners and Colonists in free Passenger / Brig slots.
SteamFixed Trait Activation in Social Zonesbug fixResolved the issue where the trait with summons could be activated in social zones.
SteamGral Scout Ship T6 Introducednew contentSteam - 11 eventsVanguard Jem'Hadar Combat Bonusesbalance change
Vanguard Jem’Hadar characters receive enhanced bonuses for both ground and space combat.
SteamIntroduction of Gamma Recruitsnew contentGamma Recruits start at Level 60 and can earn additional account-wide rewards during the event.
SteamNew UI Element for Gamma Recruitsui uxGamma Recruits will have access to a new UI element displaying additional objectives.
SteamFree Tactical Vanguard Jem'Hadar Characternew contentMilestonePlayers can claim a Tactical Vanguard Jem’Hadar character starting at level 60 with high-level gear and a fully equipped starship.
SteamGamma Recruitment Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneNew Dominion captains known as Gamma Recruits will be available from April 21st to May 21st, offering unique rewards and progression opportunities.
SteamStreamlined Tutorial for New PlayersgameplayThe Quick Start event includes a streamlined tutorial designed for both new and returning players.
SteamSpecial Operations for Gamma RecruitsgameplayGamma Recruits will participate in special operations to combat the Hur’q threat, earning various rewards.
SteamAdditional Character Slot for Vanguard Jem'Hadarquality of lifePlayers claiming the Vanguard Jem’Hadar will receive an additional character slot, even if at the maximum limit.
SteamQuick Start Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneLimited-time event allowing players to claim a free Tactical Vanguard Jem’Hadar character and a character slot.
SteamSalvage Generation Bonus for Gamma Recruitsbalance changeGamma Recruits will generate Salvage upon defeating enemies, benefiting the entire group.
SteamDiscount on Jem'Hadar-related ItemsshopFrom April 21st to April 26th, Jem'Hadar-related items in the Zen Store will be 25% off.
Steam - 7 eventsEleos Scout Ship T6 Raider Flanking Upgradebalance change
Upgraded 'Raider Flanking' to 'Improved Raider Flanking'
SteamRemoved Equip Restrictions from Universal Consolesbalance changeRemoved all equip restrictions from the Metreon Gas Warhead Launcher and Incremental Phase Cloaking Device.
SteamAetherian Harmony T6 Visual Issue Fixedbug fixFixed the green rectangle that was appearing behind the ship in Sector Space.
SteamTardigrade Pet Texture Issue Resolvedbug fixResolved an issue involving missing textures and materials.
SteamMACO Phase Pistol Holster Position Fixedbug fixFixed an issue with holster position of MACO Phase Pistol.
SteamGral Scout Ship T6 Raider Flanking Upgradebalance changeUpgraded 'Raider Flanking' to 'Improved Raider Flanking'
SteamKumari Pilot Light Battlecruiser Console Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue that prevented the Universal Console - Enhanced Inertial Damper Field from being equipped.
Steam - 26 eventsDevil's Heart TFO Re-enablednew contentSteamDaily Progress and Rewardsgameplay
Earn Daily Progress towards the Grand Prize by completing activities once per day.
SteamFixed Aetherian Harmony Ship Restriction Issuebug fixResolved issue causing unusable version of the ship for Klingon faction players without cross-faction flying.
SteamNoble Intel Battlecruiser Prizenew contentMilestonePlayers can earn a new version of the Noble Intel Battlecruiser as a special prize during the event.
SteamFixed Belly of the Beast Matchmaking Issuebug fixResolved bug causing 'Belly of the Beast' to be a valid matchmaking option during Random TFO selection.
SteamClaiming Aetherian Harmony Shipquality of lifePlayers can now 'Use' items in inventory to claim the ship.
SteamSynth Wave ReturnsgameplayFight in the Synth Wave TFO above Mars, working with fellow Captains to combat the Synths.
SteamOvercharged Antiproton Lance Damage Buffs Reducedbalance changeFinal damage affected less by damage buffs (approximately 1/4 of the effect).
SteamLaunch Toy Rocket Devicenew contentA special device that launches a model of the Phoenix into the sky.
SteamFixed Anniversary Bundle EV Suit Upgrade Issuebug fixPlayers were locked out from using the EV suit until reaching level 60.
SteamFirst Contact Day Celebrationseasonal eventJoin the First Contact Day Celebration from April 7th to May 7th, featuring various activities and prizes.
SteamEvent Buyout OptionshopPlayers can purchase Daily Progress using Zen, with pricing based on accrued progress.
SteamOvercharged Antiproton Lance Cooldown Reduction Updatebalance changeAbility now affected by cooldown reductions from specific sources.
SteamOvercharged Antiproton Lance Crit and Reflect Changesbalance changeDamage will not Crit, Reflect, or benefit from flanking.
SteamNoble Variant Remaster for Assault Cruiser FamilyvisualsThe Noble variant has been remastered to current visual standards, free for all Assault Cruiser variants.
SteamVisit Historical BozemangameplayTeam up with Seven of Nine to correct the timeline altered by the Borg.
SteamOvercharged Antiproton Lance Damage Rely on Max HPbalance changeStarting damage now relies more on Max HP, capped at 640,000 HP.
SteamOvercharged Antiproton Lance Damage Calculation Fixbalance changeFixed bug giving max starting damage before applying bonuses and buffs.
SteamFirst Contact Day Bundlenew contentIncludes various rewards such as a Captain Specialization Point and Dilithium Ore.
SteamBorg Endeavors Credit UpdategameplayEndeavors now give credit for all Borg factions and additional TFOs.
SteamBattle of Wolf 359 Eligible for ProgressgameplayExperience the Battle of Wolf 359 as part of the First Contact Day Progress.
SteamOvercharged Antiproton Lance Self-Damage Resistance Changebalance changeSelf-damage resistance changed from Half-Resistance to Weak-Resistance.
SteamBonus Dilithium Rewardsquality of lifeEarn additional Dilithium Ore for completing Daily Progress after claiming the Grand Prize.
SteamPhoenix Rocket Launch CompetitiongameplayCompete with other players to build and launch your own Phoenix Rocket.
SteamHolo Emitter - Phoenix Shuttlenew contentA special Holo-emitter for shuttles that makes them look like the Phoenix.
SteamFixed Drexler Floating Windows Issuebug fixResolved issue where using Type 2 windows caused floating windows.
Steam - 19 eventsNew Starships Available in the Bundlenew contentMilestone
The bundle includes the Vulcan Suurok-class Science Destroyer, Human NP-class Escort, Andorian Kumari-class Battlecruiser, and Human NV-class Multi-Mission Cruiser.
SteamEnterprise EV Suitnew contentNew environmental suit with bonuses for Kit Performance and mining.
SteamAndorian Split Beam Plasma Riflenew contentNew ground weapon with a unique secondary fire mode and visuals from Star Trek: Enterprise.
SteamXindi-Primate Ateleth Dreadnought Cruisernew contentMilestoneBundle exclusive account-wide unlock.
SteamNV Multi-Mission Temporal Cruisernew contentMilestoneNew ship with a 24th century Lost Era variant.
Steam16th Anniversary Enterprise Starship Bundle Launchdlc releaseMilestoneCelebrating the 60th Anniversary of Star Trek with a new starship bundle themed around the eras of Film and TV.
SteamNX Light Escort Shipnew contentMilestoneBundle exclusive account-wide unlock with customization options.
SteamSuurok Intel Science Destroyernew contentMilestoneNew ship featuring variants inspired by Star Trek: Enterprise.
SteamConsole Release Date for Bundledlc releaseThe bundle will be released on Console platforms on April 7th.
Steam16,000 Zen Full Price for Bundle Post-DiscountshopThe bundle will return to its full price after April 14th, 2026.
SteamDiscounted Price of 12,000 Zen for BundleshopThe bundle is available at a temporarily discounted price until April 14th, 2026.
SteamNew Ships Available with 100% Discount CouponshopHeritage Starship Bundle and 15th Anniversary Classic Film Bundle ships can now be acquired with a '100% Discount Coupon: Tier 6 Ship'.
Steam16th Anniversary Enterprise Bundle Releaseddlc releaseMilestoneCelebrate the 25th Anniversary of Star Trek: Enterprise with a new bundle featuring four new starships.
SteamNX Escort Refit Shipnew contentMilestoneBundle exclusive account-wide unlock with new variant skins.
SteamUniversal Consoles Unrestrictedbalance changeUniversal consoles from the Allied Dogfighter set have been unrestricted for use.
SteamKhitomer Defender Space Set Fixbug fixFixed issues preventing the Khitomer Defender Space Set from having the correct number of attachments, retroactively applied.
SteamNP Miracle Worker Light Escort Shipnew contentMilestoneNew ship variant inspired by Star Trek: Enterprise.
SteamAndorian Kumari Pilot Light Battlecruisernew contentMilestoneNew ship with multiple variants, including a 25th century STO-era variant.
SteamMACO Phase Pistol (c. 2154)new contentNew ground weapon with unique firing mechanism and visuals from Star Trek: Enterprise.
Steam - 21 eventsDiscount on Klingon Items in Zen Storebalance change
All Klingon items in the Zen Store will be 25% off from March 17th to March 21st.
SteamIntroduction of Klingon Recruitsnew contentMilestoneNew Klingon Captains, known as Klingon Recruits, will have a reworked starting experience and unique advantages.
SteamZen Buyout Option for Event Progressquality of lifePlayers can purchase remaining progress in the event for a scaling amount of Zen, reducing the price based on Daily Progress earned.
SteamLegacy Progress FeaturesystemPlayers can utilize old Event tokens toward this event through the 'Legacy Progress' button in the Event UI.
SteamT6 Scaling Bird-of-Prey for Recruitsnew contentMilestoneKlingon Recruits will receive a new T6 Bird-of-Prey that scales with their level.
SteamVanguard Shield Shaping damage bonus updatebalance changeUpdated the damage bonus to apply to all Torpedo Weapons and Exotic Damage abilities, regardless of damage type.
SteamDebris Screen damage cap implementedbalance changeThe 'Console - Universal - Debris Screen' now features a hard cap of 500,000 on the amount of damage it can block and/or deal per activation.
SteamUnique Rewards for Klingon Recruitsnew contentMilestoneKlingon Recruits can earn various rewards including a Ground Universal Kit, Starship Trait, and more.
SteamBonus Dilithium Ore Rewardsbalance changeAfter claiming the Grand Prize, earn additional Dilithium Ore each day you participate in the event, starting at 8,000 and scaling up.
SteamFixed interaction issue between Starship Traitsbug fixResolved an issue where the interactions between the Starship Traits 'Constructive/Destructive Field Interference' and 'Spore Infused Anomalies' could result in an unintended amount of damage procs.
SteamKlingon Recruitment Eventseasonal eventMilestoneJoin the Klingon Recruitment event from March 17th to April 7th, where new Klingon Captains can earn unique rewards.
SteamBorg Battle Royale and Wolf 359 Task Force Operations re-enablednew contentFollowing this update, the 'Borg Battle Royale' and 'Wolf 359' Task Force Operations will once again be available to play.
SteamConcentrate Firepower adjustmentbalance changeConcentrate Firepower will no longer modify the recharge time on Maelstrom Torpedoes, or any other weapon not intended to benefit from haste or recharge effects.
SteamKlingon Recruits' Inherent Bonus Traitbalance changeKlingon Recruits will periodically grant a cache of Dilithium Ore upon defeating enemies during the event.
SteamFeedback Pulse activation issue resolvedbug fixResolved an issue that caused the triggered effects of 'Feedback Pulse' to activate other effects normally reserved for the activation of Bridge Officer Abilities.
SteamKlingon Executor’s Arsenal Rewardnew contentMilestoneEarn the Klingon Executor’s Arsenal (Space Weapon Bundle) for your entire account by completing the event.
SteamVanguard Shield Shaping Trait updatesbug fixResolved issues with the Vanguard Shield Shaping Trait, including multiple stacks application and indefinite damage bonus stacking.
SteamA Good Day to Die Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneJoin the fight during the 'A Good Day to Die' Event with multiple TFO activities and earn Daily Progress toward rewards.
SteamNew TFO Activities for A Good Day to Dienew contentSix existing TFOs participate in the event: Defense of Starbase One, To Hell with Honor, Battle of the Binary Stars, Remain Klingon, Operation Riposte, and Best Served Cold.
SteamEvent Campaign VIII ParticipationgameplayMilestoneParticipate in the event to earn progress in Event Campaign VIII, with rewards including a Tier 6 Infinity Promotional Ship.
SteamM’Chla Refit Bird of Prey Shipnew contentMilestoneIntroduction of the M’Chla Refit Bird of Prey, designed for new Klingon Recruits with advanced technology.
Steam - 4 eventsKhitomer Defender Space Set Availablenew contentMilestone
A new three-piece space set including a shield, deflector, and engines with unique bonuses.
SteamBeowulf Blade Introducednew contentA powerful two-handed sword inspired by Star Trek: Voyager, featuring unique combat mechanics.
SteamT6 Typhoon Temporal Battlecruiser Addednew contentMilestoneA new Tier 6 battlecruiser with unique specifications and capabilities.
SteamMudd's Market Saleseasonal eventAll items in Mudd's Market (except Bundles) will be 75% off from March 10th to March 17th.
Steam - 17 eventsInteracting with Consoles Counts Toward AFK Penalties in 'Belly of the Beast'gameplay
Interacting with consoles will now count toward AFK interaction requirements.
SteamResolved Visual Issue with Ship Decalsbug fixFixed a visual issue preventing several decals from appearing on the ship's lower hull.
SteamFixed Scimitar's Battle Cloak Effect Trigger Bugbug fixResolved a bug preventing certain effects from triggering on expiration.
SteamMissing Items Added to Aetherian Concordium Lockboxnew contentPreviously missing items have been added to the Lockbox.
SteamElite Hazard Team Personal Shield Modifier Addedbalance changeThe missing modifier for the Epic quality tier has been added.
SteamStricter AFK Penalty Requirements in 'Devil’s Heart' TFOgameplayRequirements to avoid AFK Penalty have been made slightly stricter.
SteamAdjusted Console Collision Bounds in 'Belly of the Beast' TFOgameplayAdjusted collision bounds to ensure smaller characters can interact with consoles.
SteamUpdated Reward Pack Description for Starship Trait Durationbug fixDescription updated to accurately reflect the duration of the Starship Trait.
SteamNX Grappler Starfleet Allegiance Requirement Removedbalance changeThe non-dynamic NX Grappler can now be equipped on all ships.
SteamEmpersa Alliance MW Juggernaut Cloaking Device Addednew contentAdded the missing Alliance Cloaking Device to the Empersa Alliance MW Juggernaut.
SteamCompensation Package for Aetherian Concordium Lockbox Bugsdlc releasePlayers can claim a special compensation package from the Zen Store containing Master Keys and other items.
SteamAdded Console to Prevent Progression Stall in Core RoomgameplayA console has been added in the corridor preceding the Core Room to assist with progression.
SteamReduced Reach of Apex’s Backhand Attack in 'Belly of the Beast'balance changeSlightly reduced the reach of the Apex’s Backhand attack.
SteamPet Construct from 'Gleaming the Cube' No Longer Uses 'Claim Construct'quality of lifeSteamPromotional Master Key Auto-Opening Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug preventing the Promotional Master Key from automatically opening.
SteamFixed Typo in Orb of Possibilities Descriptionbug fixSteamResolved Progression Blocker in Episode with Daxbug fixMilestoneFixed a potential progression blocker during the hangar sequence.
Steam - 7 eventsChimerans Toxic Damage Regenerationai
Chimerans can now regenerate when receiving Toxic Damage and have increased resistance to this energy type.
SteamAetherian Vanity Shield Drop Table Fixbug fixFixed an error preventing players from receiving the 'Aetherian Vanity Shield' and 'All Aspects Accounted For' Space Trait from the Aetherian Concordium Lock Box.
SteamChimerans Adaptation MechanicaiChimerans now gain resistance to all damage types upon receiving damage, and can automatically retaliate to Psionic Damage.
SteamEvent TFOs Marks Choice Fixbug fixFixed an issue causing Event TFOs to not give a choice of all marks; now they grant that choice for the duration of the event.
SteamAetherian Armor Damage Resistance Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the levelless version Aetherian Armor from the Lobi Store was not providing the correct damage resistance passives.
SteamAetherian Concordium Kit Frame Binding Rules Fixbug fixFixed a bug with the binding rules on the Aetherian Concordium Kit Frame, affecting only newly obtained copies.
SteamEnergy Credit Value for Trait BoxchangesThe Trait Box containing 'All Aspects Accounted For' now has an Energy Credit value.
Steam - 18 eventsNew Items in the Lobi Storeshop
Introduction of new items including Aetherian Proton Disintegrator and Aetherian Concordium Armor.
SteamNew Season Launch Announcementdlc releaseMilestoneA brand-new season is set to launch on February 17th, bringing new battles and content.
SteamIonized Antiproton Field Projector Consolenew contentMilestoneNew console that creates an Ionized Antiproton Field dealing damage to foes and providing buffs to allies.
SteamNew Featured TFOs for Anniversary EventgameplayNew TFOs added: Belly of the Beast, Shattered Peace, Devil’s Heart, and Royal Flush.
SteamStar Trek Online: Corruption Launch Announcementdlc releaseMilestoneThe 35th season, Star Trek Online: Corruption, will launch on February 17, 2026 for PC and March 10, 2026 for consoles.
SteamAetherian Drone Pet - 5 Variantsnew contentNew harmless Aetherian Constructs available in five color variants.
SteamNew TFO: Belly of the Beastnew contentMilestoneA 5-person Ground TFO where players defend the MIDAS Array from Chimeran forces.
SteamEmpersa Miracle Worker Alliance Juggernaut (T6) Shipnew contentMilestoneNew starship featuring unique abilities and a specialized console.
SteamNew Task Force Operation: Belly of the Beastnew contentMilestoneSecure the MIDAS Array from Chimeran forces in this new ground Task Force Operation.
Steam16th Anniversary Event: Corruptionseasonal eventMilestoneJoin the fight against the Chimerans as they spread across the galaxy.
SteamNew Episode: Curse of Phrygianew contentMilestoneJoin Captain Ezri Dax in a new episode where you confront a Chimeran incursion at the MIDAS Array.
Steam16th Anniversary Episode: Curse of Phrygianew contentMilestoneJoin Captain Ezri Dax in repelling a Chimeran incursion at the MIDAS Array.
SteamTwo New Hairstyles: Pixie and Shaggynew contentNew hairstyles automatically unlocked for all players in the Tailor.
SteamAnniversary XVI Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneAnniversary Celebration starts on February 17th and continues until March 18th on PC.
SteamNew Party Popper for Anniversary XVInew contentA new toy-device introduced for the anniversary celebration.
SteamNew Event: Corruptionseasonal eventMilestoneJoin the fight against the Chimerans as they spread across the galaxy in this new event.
SteamOmega Molecule Stabilization Gamenew contentNew minigame where players stabilize Omega Particles for rewards.
SteamHyper-Generative Repair Matrix Starship Traitnew contentMilestoneNew starship trait that increases Max Hull Capacity when using Hull Heal abilities.
Steam - 1 eventAnniversary Gifts Celebrationseasonal event
Starting February 10th, players can claim a surprise gift in-game each day until the Anniversary Update on February 17th.
Steam - 1 eventThomas Marrone Appointed as Executive Producerother
Thomas Marrone, former Art Director, is now the Executive Producer of Star Trek Online.
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