What changed in Valheim in 2026
53 updates · 10 main milestones · Jan 28, 2026 to Sep 9, 2026
- 3 eventsCrossplay Across All PlatformsnetworkMilestone
Full crossplay will be available between PC, Linux, Mac, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.
SteamValheim 1.0 Release Date Announcednew contentMilestoneValheim 1.0 will be released on 9 September, featuring new enemies, bases, and weapons.
SteamNew Platforms for Valheimnew contentMilestoneValheim will now be available on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2, alongside existing platforms.
Steam - 6 eventsNew Cloud Storage Limitationssystem
New limitations in cloud storage regarding the number of files saved due to the increased number of chunk files.
SteamChange in Save File StructuresystemWorld saves are now stored in separate folders, with the .db file split into multiple files.
SteamExtra Checks After SavingsystemMilestoneThe save system performs additional checks after saving to ensure data integrity and reduce corruption risk.
SteamChunked World SavinggameplayMilestoneWorlds are now saved in smaller chunks, only saving modified areas since the last save.
SteamBackup Storage in Separate FolderssystemBackups of world saves are now stored in their own separate folders.
SteamNew World Save System Introducednew contentMilestoneA new save system for Valheim worlds has been implemented to improve save speed and reduce the risk of corrupt files.
Steam - 4 eventsLingonberries Added to Deep North Biomenew content
Lingonberries can be found and harvested in the woods, used in several food recipes.
SteamVal-Con Community Event Participationseasonal eventIron Gate participates in the second edition of the fan-run online community event Val-Con with prizes and guest appearances.
SteamShovel Crafting for Snow Clearingnew contentPlayers can craft a shovel to clear deep snow in the Deep North biome.
SteamSlippery Ice Mechanics IntroducedgameplayPlayers must watch out for slippery ice in the Deep North, affecting movement.
Steam - 3 eventsFinal Part of the Voyage of Hervor Bloodtoothnew content
The final part of Hervor's story is shared, marking the end of her journey.
SteamBuild of the Month Highlightquality of lifeSpotlight on 'Eikthyr’s Pedestal' by Porter as the build of the month.
SteamValheim Coming to Nintendo Switch 2new contentMilestoneValheim is announced to be released on Nintendo Switch 2 later this year.
Steam - 8 eventsReverted crouching action on gamepadgameplay
Crouching is back to being a single press action instead of press-and-hold.
SteamFixed graphics settings application issuebug fixResolved issues with applying graphics settings properly after updating from an earlier version.
SteamFixed audio stutters in Ashlandsbug fixSteamFixed minor UX issues in graphics settings menubug fixSteamAdded release-to-select in radial menuui uxYou can select an emote by releasing the radial menu button/key after holding it down.
SteamFixed resolution setting behavior in windowed modebug fixResolved issues with changing resolution settings in windowed mode.
SteamFixed crash on startup with Vulkanbug fixMilestoneAddressed a crash that occurred on startup under specific conditions when using Vulkan.
SteamFixed null reference exception for moddersbug fixResolved an issue that occurred when mods accessed preferences at startup.
Steam - 26 eventsNew Emote: LoveYounew contentSteamFixed 'Generating' progress bar not always being shown during world generationbug fixSteamNew Hairstyles: Champion, Chronicler, Sunbringernew contentSteamNew Emote: Vibenew contentSteamAdded radial menu for emotesui uxSteamFixed crash in multiplayer when a T.W.I.G. throws a rock at a player at the edge of a shield domebug fixSteamNew Materials: Mysterious Axe Head, Curious Axe Headnew contentSteamUpdated Game Engine to Unity 6000.0.61f1performanceMilestoneSteamFixed audio stutter when many sounds were playing simultaneouslybug fixSteamFixed server list sometimes failing to save when quitting from the start menubug fixSteamOptimizations to improve performance in areas with many instancesperformanceSteamNew Consumable: Frosted Sweetbreadnew contentSteamFixed Yggdrasil not being visible in environment reflectionsbug fixSteamNew Hat: Celebratory Capnew contentSteamNew Buildpiece: Flower Garlandnew contentSteamReworked graphics settings for better performanceperformanceSteamImproved graphics on Xbox consolesgraphicsSteamCarapace Buckler now provides 5 adrenaline instead of 10 on perfect blockbalance changeSteamTweaks to berserker armourbalance changeSteamNew Buildpiece: Fey Lightsnew contentSteamPlayer list now shows profile pictures of non-friends on Steamquality of lifeSteamNew Weapon: Early Axesnew contentSteamFixed crash when hovering cursor over a bee hive without being the network ownerbug fixSteamAll settings now stored per-user on Xbox and synchronized to the cloudquality of lifeSteamSprite atlases included in the extended manifest file for Asset BundlesmoddingSteamImproved error message for online play without Game Center login on Mac App Storequality of lifeSteam
- 1 eventIntroduction of The Frost Foundrynew content
A brand new addition to your workshop for crafting in the Deep North.
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