Once Human Steam news

• Latest observed players18.3K · 25 September 2026 - 22:50:10 UTC
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• Release dateJul 9, 2024
• DeveloperStarry Studio
• PublisherStarry Studio, NetEase Games

Genres: Action, Adventure, RPG, Simulation, Strategy

Company pages: Developer: Starry StudioPublisher: Starry Studio, NetEase Games

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Once Human Steam news

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• 3.0.6 Bug Fixes (September 23) - 24 September 2026

  September 23The following issues are expected to be fixed by 07:00 PT. Actual completion time may vary:1. Unlocked the new Thermal Tower Tech for Metas who transferred from the old version of The Way of Winter to the new version The Way of Winter Permanent Server for future gameplay.2. Fixed an issue where the portal in the territory would occasionally become ineffective or fail to display.

• Special Notes on Beastmaster Beast Whistle Feature and Future Optimization Plans - 23 September 2026

  Dear Metas,We have observed that since the class update on September 16(PT, all dates in this announcement are in PT), players have continuously reported an issue where beast whistles fail to summon animals. This is due to adjustments we made to the way animals are summoned and Beast Whistle is used in this Beastmaster riding ability update. The specific rule changes are as follows:Before the adjustment: Beastmasters needed to first raise animals in the territory, then bind the corresponding animal via beast whistle, and finally use the beast whistle in the wild to summon animals for exploration and combat.After the adjustment: Beastmasters carry the corresponding animal with them and can directly use the corresponding animal item to summon it.The original three types of beast whistles have now been merged into one "Beast Whistle". The whistle no longer needs to be bound to a specific a…

• Once Human отправит игроков в море с обновлением Isles of Abyss - 22 September 2026

  Once Human получит самое масштабное обновление в истории проекта. Дополнение Isles of Abyss значительно расширит игровой мир и впервые сделает морские путешествия полноценной частью выживания. Игроков ждут пять новых регионов, множество секретов и отдельный цикл исследования, объединяющий сушу и море. Главным нововведением станет возможность строить собственные корабли. Начав с небольшой лодки, игроки смогут постепенно улучшать и модифицировать судно, превращая его в полноценную мобильную морскую крепость. Корабль при этом будет не просто транспортом для перемещения между островами, но и важным инструментом выживания. Морское судно сможет выполнять сразу несколько функций: стать плавучей базой, мастерской и платформой для тяжёлого вооружения. Благодаря этому исследование акватории будет тесно связано со строительством и развитием собственной инфраструктуры. При этом море в Once Human ок…

• 3.0.6 Bug Fixes (September 21) - 22 September 2026

  September 21The following issues have been fixed:1. Fixed issues where some mobile players encountered abnormal Weapon VFX/DMG, inability to use updraft, and keycards failing to open doors. This fix primarily addresses mobile-related abnormal scenarios. If you still encounter similar issues on PC or console, or if these issues persist on mobile after the fix, please submit them via in-game \ and provide the specific scene and time when the issue occurred to help us further investigate.The following issues are expected to be fixed by 05:30 PT. Actual completion time may vary:1. Fixed an issue where Hive relationships were abnormally lost after a character was merged into the Permanent Server in certain situations.2. \ Fixed an issue where Xbox users could not properly use the Server Host tipping feature.

• 3.0.6 Bug Fixes (September 20) - 20 September 2026

  September 201. Fixed an issue in some servers where game modes such as Public Crisis Events and Dreamer Events were not starting properly.2. Fixed an issue where water and wire in the territory could not be selected.

• 3.0.6 Bug Fixes (September 19) - 20 September 2026

  September 19The following issues have been fixed:1. Fixed an issue where the font size in the chat window was displayed abnormally on mobile devices.2. Fixed a clipping issue with the Phantom Zero female bottom and male top.3. Fixed an occasional issue where players would get stuck on the loading screen when entering Eternaland.4. Fixed an issue where the Golden Drifter Set displayed as locked and could not be equipped after purchase. We will reissue the Golden Drifter Set to affected players within 1 business day. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.

• 3.0.6 Bug Fixes (September 17) - 17 September 2026

  Dear Metas,If you encounter any issues while playing, please contact us using the following methods:PC: ESC - Support & Feedback - Submit SuggestionMobile: Map left-side menu - Headphones icon at bottom right - Suggestions - Submit SuggestionIf you're offline, you can also report issues via our official email: [email protected]. We'll investigate as soon as we receive your message.We've been gathering community feedback and actively addressing your concerns.The following are the ongoing/completed fixes:September 17The following issues are expected to be fixed by 7:00 AM PT. Actual completion time may vary.1. Fixed an issue with the abnormal appearance of the Armor Cosmetic "Rustic Set".2. Fixed an issue where some players' old appearance preset data could not be used.3. Fixed an issue with the abnormal idle stance for Pistols.

• Meta Hotline | Hot Feedback and Optimization Progress Vol. 9 - 17 September 2026

  Meta Hotline | Hot Feedback and Optimization Progress Vol. 9 Dear Metas,After the v2.3.7 update, we added the Feedback Hot Charts section to the Once Human Feedback Platform, listing recent popular requests from the community. After logging in to the Feedback Platform, you can like the feedback you support and dislike any feedback you disagree with. The Feedback Hot Charts will display the likes and dislikes of each piece of feedback in real time, and our development team will reference it when deciding on future development priorities. (Feedback Platform link: Once Human Feedback Platform)With each version update, the Feedback Hot Charts will also be updated, after which we will announce our optimization plans and progress for issues that charted during the previous cycle. Your suggestions are important to us, and we hope the Feedback Hot Charts will help us communicate and share our d…

• Version 3.0.6 Update Announcement (September 16) - 16 September 2026

  Dear Metas,We have scheduled server maintenance and an update for September 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM (PT). The maintenance is expected to last about 3 hours, but the actual server opening time may differ. Please manage your time wisely.This update brings: Beast Riding Goes Live, Gardener Combat Improvements and Animal Ranching System Optimizations, Permanent Scenario Server Merge Plan, Isles of Abyss Pioneer Test, Lightforge Loot Crate "Moon That Lingers", combat balance adjustments, and more, along with recent bug fixes.After this maintenance, all players will receive the following rewards: Starchrom ×1,000, Mitsuko's Mark ×100, Stardust Secret Crate: S14 (Epic) ×1, and Colorful Badge ×30!This update size: PS5 launcher approx. 9.603 GB, PS5 in-game approx. 56 MB, XBOX launcher approx. 13.03 GB, XBOX in-game approx. 56 MB; PC launcher approx. 7.55 GB, PC in-game approx. 254 MB (Note: If Ste…

• Dev Blog | Animal Summon Limit Adjustments for Beastmasters & Other FAQ - 15 September 2026

  Dear Metas,After the class system adjustment details were announced, we received a great deal of feedback and suggestions regarding changes to the Beastmaster, Gardener, and other classes. Over the past few days, the dev team has read through every comment from worldwide Metas. The discussion around how many animals a Beastmaster can summon was the most concentrated one and gave us the most to reflect on.We realized that in our previous plan, we increased the strength of a single animal, but overlooked that having multiple animals fight alongside is the very reason many Metas chose and love Beastmasters. Whether it's teaming up with companions to explore, wandering the wilds with your animals taking photos, or spending hours breeding individuals with rare patterns and attributes, these are irreplaceable joys of the Beastmaster class.After repeated discussion and evaluation, we have deci…

• Dev Blog | Permanent Scenario Server Merge Notice - 15 September 2026

  Dear Metas,Since the launch of permanent servers, we have received a lot of feedback regarding the permanent server experience, including issues such as low populations on some servers, Metas in the same region and same scenario being scattered across multiple servers, and returning players being assigned to different servers where they cannot reunite with their friends. To truly bring Metas in the same region and same scenario together in one world, we will gradually merge all permanent servers of the same scenario. The specific plan and rules are as follows:I. Permanent Server Merge Plan for Each ScenarioWe will proceed gradually to merge permanent servers of each scenario. To ensure data security, we will prioritize merging servers with relatively smaller populations. During the version maintenance on September 16(PT), 2026, the merge will begin for all permanent servers of "The Way…

• Dev Blog | Character Customization and Hair Dye Are Now Free! - 13 September 2026

  Dear Metas,Customizing facial features, body shape, and hair color is a key way for Metas to express their individuality. From the finely tuned facial contours when first stepping onto Nalcott, to the carefully chosen hair color when pairing with new fashion, "Be who you want to be" has always been an essential part of the cosmetic experience in Once Human.Since the feature launched, we've continuously received feedback about the character customization and hair dye experience. After careful review and discussion, we've identified two issues with the current design:1. The process is overly complex: Currently, reshaping facial features/body shape requires Chrysalis Tokens, and changing hair color requires Butterfly Dye. To adjust your look, you need to first understand the items, go to the shop to purchase them, then return to the mirror to use them—multiple steps stacking up, casually c…

• Dev Blog | Beast Riding, Gardener Combat, and Ranching Updates - 12 September 2026

  Dear Metas,In the September 16(PT) version update, we will roll out a major overhaul to the Class system: the Beastmaster class will be fully revamped with the new Beast Riding ability, and the animal ranching system will also see synchronized improvements to rules and info display. Additionally, we will make balance adjustments to the Gardeners' combat capabilities.Here are the details of this update.I. Beastmaster Comprehensive Revamp1. New Core Ability: Beast RidingAfter this update, Beastmasters will gain a new core ability: Beast Riding.Beastmasters can directly summon animals and mount eligible ones. Centered around summoning, riding, commanding, evolving, and trading, this update will systematically expand the Beastmaster's abilities.2. Changes to the Animal Summoning RulesIn this update, we will simplify the animal summoning rules: Metas can use animal items directly from their…

• 3.0.5 Bug Fixes (September 11) - 11 September 2026

  September 11The following issues are expected to be fixed by 5:30 AM PT. Actual completion time may vary.1. Fixed an issue where the female stockings of the Prism Mirror and Combat Medic sets would display incorrect dye colors.2. Fixed an issue where the female tights of the Prism Mirror set would clip through boots.3. Fixed an occasional issue with abnormal sky and terrain display in certain scenarios.

• 3.0.5 Bug Fixes (September 10) - 11 September 2026

  September 10The following issues have been fixed:1. Fixed an occasional issue where territory wallpapers disappeared during sign-in.The following issues are expected to be fixed by 07:00 PT. Actual completion time may vary:1. Fixed an issue in wilderness exploration where abnormally large loot crates would occasionally appear in certain areas.

• Dev Blog | September Combat Balance Adjustments - 10 September 2026

  Dear Metas,In Once Human, the diversity of weapons and builds has always been a key part of the combat experience. We are always committed to maintaining the dynamic balance of the combat system, keeping combat gameplay fresh and strategic, and delivering a continuously evolving combat experience for all players.The dev team has continued to receive substantial feedback from Metas requesting effect reworks and numerical adjustments for some weapons less frequently used. We plan to rework and adjust the mechanics of MG4 - Conflicting Memories in the September 16(PT) Update, and will continue to rework other weapons in subsequent updates. We will also adjust the Treacherous Tides Set in this update.MG4 - Conflicting MemoriesIn this adjustment, we lowered the hit threshold for Conflicting Memories to trigger Shrapnel, allowing Shrapnel to activate faster and improving the damage rhythm and…

• 3.0.5 Bug Fixes (September 8) - 9 September 2026

  September 8 The following issues have been fixed: 1. Fixed an issue in the permanent server's monthly challenge where some task progress could not be increased (fixed on September 6). 2. Fixed an issue where the game could freeze when purchasing in the shop preview interface. Notice on Some Hot-button Issues: 1. Explanation on the fix for the issue where dungeon mechanics could be abnormally skipped (fixed in the September 3 update): In the September 3 update, we identified and fixed several potential vulnerabilities in the combat system to improve performance and support future optimizations. These fixes were expected to be unnoticeable and not affect the experience, so they were not announced in advance. However, after the update, we discovered that one of these fixes also addressed a bug mechanic: when damage caused by the player was too high, some dungeon mechanics could be abnormal…

• 3.0.5 Bug Fixes (September 4) - 4 September 2026

  September 4 The following issues are expected to be fixed by 6:00 AM PT. Actual completion time may vary.1. Fixed an issue where the Wish Bazaar opening rewards coupon displayed abnormal content. To address this issue, we have sent each Meta a replacement "200 off 500" coupon via server-wide mail. Please check.2. Fixed an issue of button conflict between leaving cushion and recycling facility . After the fix, Metas can leave the cushion by moving or jumping.

• 3.0.4 Bug Fixes (September 3) - 3 September 2026

  September 3The following issues are expected to be fixed by 6:00 AM PT. Actual completion1. Fixed an issue where the skill VFX for the Ephemeral Dream - Butterfly's Emissary skin was missing.2. Fixed an issue Behemoth mount actions were abnormally displayed.3. Fixed an issue where players would incorrectly enter swimming status in certain underground scenes.4. \ Fixed an issue where the team entry would disappear from the function wheel and navigation menu in the Manibus (Novice) scenario.The following issues have been fixed:1. \ Fixed an issue where the task guidance would incorrectly switch to another language during the beginner task when building securement facilities.Once Human Development Team

• Version 3.0.5 Update Announcement - 2 September 2026

  Dear Metas,We have scheduled server maintenance and an update for September 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM (PT). The maintenance is expected to last about 2 hours, but the actual server opening time may differ. Please manage your time wisely.This update brings: Storage Search Feature, Fashion Dye Feature Upgrade, new RaidZone feature Portable Crafting, Lightforge Loot Crate Duskfire Breaker, Meta Pass Continuous Activation Rules Optimization, and other content along with recent bug fixes.After this maintenance, all players will receive the following rewards: Starchrom ×1,000, Mitsuko's Mark ×100, Stardust Secret Crate: S14 (Epic) ×1, and Colorful Badge ×30!This update size: PS5 launcher approx. 13.65 GB, PS5 in-game approx. 84 MB, XBOX launcher approx. 17.6 GB, XBOX in-game approx. 89 MB; PC launcher approx. 11.50 GB, PC in-game approx. 190 MB (Note: If Steam platform push is delayed, duplicate do…

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