- Regular Update v0.8.20.29.0 Balancing and Server Optimization - 17 September 2026
Regular Update v0.8.20.29.0Balancing, Fixes and Server OptimizationAnother regular update is here.Since v0.8.20, we have been watching how the new systems behave in real gameplay, gathering your feedback, and adjusting the balance where needed.This update focuses mainly on survival balancing, production improvements, fixes, and an important networking optimization discovered with help from the community.World Balancing Biodiesel BarrelsYellow Biodiesel barrels are now less common across the wasteland.We also decreased the amount of Biodiesel found inside them to approximately:1 to 4 L0.26 to 1.06 US galDev NoteThe Disney World days are over. Biodiesel barrels were previously scattered around the wasteland so generously that there was very little reason to invest in your own Biodiesel production.Players could keep vehicles running almost entirely from barrels found while traveling.We wan…
- Hotfix v0.8.20.28.5 - 4 September 2026
Hotfix v0.8.20.28.5A quick hotfix is now live.We discovered a UI related issue that could negatively affect FPS in certain situations, and we have now fixed it.Thank you to everyone who keeps reporting problems and helping us react quickly with fixes.We hope you enjoy the whole weekend in the wasteland, make some progress, get into trouble, discover something new, and have a great time in Plains of Pain.If you enjoy how quickly we keep improving the game, dropping a Steam review helps more survivors discover Plains of Pain ❤️Your Plains of Pain Dev Team
- QoL Update v0.8.20.28 Inventory Locking - 31 August 2026
QoL Update v0.8.20.28We are not stopping.Just a few days after the Major Update, we are already bringing another quick patch based on the community feedback we have been gathering since release.This update focuses on several fixes, small improvements, and a couple of new quality of life features to make everyday gameplay smoother.Main Highlight Inventory LockingYou can now click the Lock icon on the right side of each inventory container to lock it.Locked inventories will be ignored when transferring all items or filtered items between containers.Looted items will also not be automatically placed into locked inventories.This gives you much better control over backpacks, belts, Deathproof Pockets, and other inventory containers.In upcoming updates, we also plan to expand this system with the ability to lock individual items inside inventories.Smarter Melee Survival BehaviorLowlifes and o…
- Major Update v0.8.20 Production and Relic Traders - 27 August 2026
Major Update v0.8.20 Production Reworked, Relic Traders and New FoundationsThere is a point in development where an update stops being just a collection of new features and starts changing what future updates can become.For us, v0.8.20 is one of those updates.We have worked extremely hard over the past weeks to make this release rich in new content, but also to rebuild some of the systems underneath Plains of Pain so we can take much bigger steps soon.Some days were spent creating things you immediately see. New traders, items, weapons, characters, locations.Other days disappeared into worker logic, production queues, UI, world generation, loot tables, settlement resources, and all those invisible gears that make the wasteland actually work.Both matter.Because the world we want to build cannot just look alive.It needs to work like one.And this update brings us another big step closer.Pl…
- Dev Blog - Next Major Update in Development - 1 August 2026
The Wasteland Does Not WaitNext Major Update in DevelopmentSurvivors,today we are not releasing a new update.Today we want to share a small but important message about what we are working on behind the scenes.We are now intensively preparing the next big major update for Plains of Pain, currently planned around the end of August. As always, quality and stability come first, but the direction is clear.The wasteland keeps growing.And so do the systems behind it.New Gameplay Battlemix TrailerAlongside this announcement, we also prepared a new Gameplay Battlemix Trailer.It is a mix of some of the best action moments you can experience in Plains of Pain.Firefights with bandits, heavy battles with giant drone machines, rocket barrages, wasteland chaos, danger, dust, bullets, and the kind of strange situations that can turn one normal trip into a story.The goal is simple.To show the feeling of…
- Update v0.8.13 QoL Update Is Live - 23 July 2026
Update v0.8.13QoL UpdateAnother week, another patch from the wasteland.We keep working, listening, testing, tweaking, and delivering updates step by step. Since the last update, we have been gathering feedback from the community and preparing changes that should make the game smoother, clearer, and more flexible.As always, this patch is not only about fixes. We also bring something new, because Plains of Pain should keep growing with every update.This time, we are adding new Custom Difficulty options, better map readability, the long awaited color picker, truck improvements, performance work, and several fixes based on your reports.Custom Difficulty Settings AdditionsWe are preparing the ground for a true Hardcore playstyle.These new options will help players create tougher singleplayer worlds or run epic Hardcore servers with more control over survival, production, and loot balance. Pr…
- Update v0.8.12 Big Cargo Trucks Arrive - 16 July 2026
Update v0.8.12Big Cargo Trucks ArriveAnother big update is here, and this one brings something many of you have been waiting for.Trucks.Big, heavy, driveable cargo trucks with massive trunk space are finally entering the wasteland.This update starts a new vehicle layer in Plains of Pain. Not just one new vehicle, but the beginning of a truck system that we want to keep expanding with more truck variations in upcoming updates.For us, this is one of those updates that feels really special. We keep working, testing, listening, adjusting, and pushing because we can see the game becoming stronger with every step. And when the community keeps asking for something, keeps giving ideas, keeps sharing what would make the wasteland better, we want to answer that call whenever we can.So here it is.The first wave of big cargo trucks is now rolling into Plains of Pain.This update introduces the first…
- Update v0.8.11 PVE First Is Live - 9 July 2026
Update v0.8.11 PVE FirstThe climb is real.Even during the summer season, we are still here, still working, still listening, still pushing Plains of Pain forward. And honestly, we feel more motivated than ever.The community is gradually growing. The game is getting better with every update. More players are joining the wasteland, more feedback is coming in, and every new patch gives us that feeling that this world is slowly becoming what we always dreamed it could be.We sometimes joke that we cannot even take a proper holiday, because we would probably just sit there thinking about the game anyway. When you finally work on something you truly love, it does not feel like work anymore. It feels like destiny calling. Like a commitment you are happy to carry.That is how Plains of Pain feels to us.So here we are again, bringing another update, shaped by our plans, your feedback, and our share…
- Hotfix v0.8.10.17 - 27 June 2026
Greetings, Wastelanders! We're back with a quick hotfix because we hear your feedback, and we're working on the game around the clock. Fixed Fixed issues with prefixes and suffixes on weapons and armor, including effects on stats such as gun magazine size and other bonuses. Have a great weekend, and enjoy your time in the wasteland!
- Patch v0.8.9.26 Looting Improvements and Fixes - 4 June 2026
Patch v0.8.9.26 Is Now LiveThank you all for the feedback after the release of Looting 2.0 in v0.8.9.We are reading your reactions, watching how the new system feels in real gameplay, and reacting quickly with fixes, quality of life improvements, and new additions. This patch is focused on polishing the new looting layer, improving world behavior, and making the battlefield aftermath more readable and immersive.We are also very excited about what comes next. After these important improvements, we are moving closer to bringing new content into the game very soon, and we will share the first teasers sooner than you might think.Main Highlight Loot Set Radius RestrictionsWe have introduced Radius Restrictions for loot sets.This means that the farther you travel from the center of the map, the better loot can appear in loot tables in general.The goal is to make exploration feel more rewardin…
- Hotfix v0.8.9.25.1 - 29 May 2026
Hotfix Patch Notes Greetings wastelanders, Thank you for reporting this issue so quickly and helping us catch it. We really appreciate your feedback and patience. This small hotfix fixes two NPC loot issues connected to the TOS faction. Fixed: TOS Outpost Chief can now be looted properly Fixed: TOS Expedition Leader can now be looted properly Thanks again for helping us improve Plains of Pain step by step.
- Major Update v0.8.9 Looting 2.0 Is Live - 28 May 2026
Major Update v0.8.9Looting 2.0Over the past weeks, we have been working hard on another major step for Plains of Pain.Every update teaches us something. Every discussion with you gives us new direction. Every piece of feedback helps us understand what feels good, what needs improvement, and what deserves to be pushed further.This update is one of those moments where we finally had the chance to revisit a core system and reshape it into something much stronger.Looting has always been one of the most important parts of the wasteland experience. Searching, scavenging, finding something unexpected, pulling value from ruins, containers, old houses, abandoned places, and fallen enemies. This is the soul of survival.With Looting 2.0, we are taking that system to the next level.Main HighlightLooting 2.0We finally had the chance to focus on the looting system and bring it closer to the vision fr…
- Public Server Restart and World Refresh This Thursday - 27 May 2026
Scheduled Public Server Restart This ThursdayWe will perform a scheduled restart of all public servers this Thursday during the following window:18:00 to 19:00 UTCThis restart is required to deploy the upcoming update and refresh the game worlds with a new world seed.Restart Window by RegionUTC 18:00 to 19:00EU 20:00 to 21:00 CESTUS 14:00 to 15:00 EDT 11:00 to 12:00 PDTAsia 02:00 to 03:00 HKTJapan 03:00 to 04:00 JSTAustralia 04:00 to 05:00 AESTNew Zealand 06:00 to 07:00 NZSTDuring this time servers may be temporarily unavailable. Please plan your sessions accordingly.Important World Refresh NoticeWith this restart, all public servers will receive a world reset with a new world seed.This means the game world itself will be refreshed so the update can be applied properly and everyone can continue on a clean updated map.Player characters and their inventories will remain intact.Vehicles wi…
- Major Update v0.8.8 Skills Update Is Live - 7 May 2026
Major Update v0.8.8Skills UpdateEvery single day we keep pushing Plains of Pain forward.We work, test, discuss, rebalance, rewrite, and polish because this world means a lot to us. But what truly gives us energy is you. The positivity from our growing community, your feedback, your reviews, your videos, your screenshots, your ideas, and all the discussions happening around the game keep us moving forward every day.We also try to stay active with the community, mainly on our Discord, where we talk with players, collect feedback, discuss suggestions, and whenever possible, bring your ideas directly into the game.This update is another important step in that direction.It is here. We finally focused on the Skills section and moved character progression forward by following the plan we shared with you.Main HighlightSkills UpdateThe Skills section has been redesigned and is now located direct…
- Roadmap for the Upcoming Weeks Revealed and Big Surprise - 4 May 2026
Roadmap for the Upcoming Weeks and a Big SurpriseWe promised to share what is coming next.Today, we are ready to give you a clear look at what we are working on in the upcoming weeks.The recent Buff system was just the beginning of a deeper transformation. Now we continue building on that foundation with focused updates coming very soon.Roadmap for the Upcoming Weeks Reworked Skills & Character ProgressionIn the upcoming weeks, we are fully reworking the Skills system in the Journal and expanding it with new skills.This will allow players to shape their characters even more based on the path they choose.Your decisions, your playstyle, and your progression will feel more meaningful and more personal than ever before.Reworked Looting SystemWe are redesigning how looting works across the entire game.The goal is to unify and improve all current systems into one stronger, more flexible exper…
- Update v0.8.7 Buffs Part II and QoL Changes - 23 April 2026
Regular Update v0.8.7Buffs Part II and Quality of Life ChangesWe are continuing to build on the new Buff system introduced in the previous update.This is Part II, where we expand the system further and start shaping how it influences everyday gameplay, decision making, and survival strategies.The goal is simple. Make your character feel more alive, more reactive, and more connected to the world around you.New BuffsWe are introducing new positive and situational buffs that reward preparation, timing, and smart resource usage.Survival and Condition BuffsRefreshed Percentually decreases dehydration rate over timeWell Nourished Percentually decreases starvation rate over time Second Wind Increases stamina regeneration rateEnergized Decreases stamina drain rateRisk and Trade-Off BuffsTrash Diet Represents effects of consuming low quality food, adding more depth to survival choices Decreases…
- Planned Server Restart Window (19-20 UTC, April 23, 2026) - 23 April 2026
Scheduled Official Server RestartWe will perform a scheduled restart of all official servers during the following window:19:00 to 20:00 UTCThis restart is required for maintenance and ongoing improvements.Restart Window by RegionUTC 19:00 to 20:00EU 20:00 to 21:00 CETUS 14:00 to 15:00 EST 11:00 to 12:00 PSTAsia 03:00 to 04:00 HKTJapan 04:00 to 05:00 JSTAustralia 06:00 to 07:00 AEDTNew Zealand 08:00 to 09:00 NZDTDuring this time servers may be temporarily unavailable. Please plan your sessions accordingly.Thank you for your patience and continued support.Your Plains of Pain Dev Team
- Major Update v0.8.6 Introducing Buff System - 16 April 2026
Major Update v0.8.6Introducing BuffsWe are opening a completely new layer of gameplay in Plains of Pain.With this update, we are introducing the Buff System.This is not just a feature. It is a fundamental rework of how character states work, how survival decisions matter, and how your moment to moment gameplay feels.From now on, your character is not just surviving. Your character is constantly evolving through conditions, effects, and reactions to the world around you.This is only the first step. More buffs, states, and deeper interactions will be added as the game continues to grow. Character Stats ReworkedWe have updated the character stats UI to give you clearer and more meaningful feedback.Health, Water, and Food now display actual values. You can now clearly see:Your total health poolHow your stats are being affected by skills and progressionThe impact of long term character devel…
- Servers Restarting Today - 16 April 2026
Scheduled Official Server Restart 16.04.2026We will perform a scheduled restart of all official servers on 16.04.2026 during the following window:19:00 to 20:00 UTCThis restart is required for maintenance and ongoing improvements.Restart Window by RegionUTC 19:00 to 20:00EU 20:00 to 21:00 CETUS 14:00 to 15:00 EST 11:00 to 12:00 PSTAsia 03:00 to 04:00 HKTJapan 04:00 to 05:00 JSTAustralia 06:00 to 07:00 AEDTNew Zealand 08:00 to 09:00 NZDTDuring this time servers may be temporarily unavailable. Please plan your sessions accordingly.Thank you for your patience and continued support.Your Plains of Pain Dev Team
- QoL Update v0.8.5 Improvements and Fixes - 10 April 2026
QoL Update v0.8.5 Is Now LiveWe continue refining the experience with smaller but important improvements that make everyday gameplay smoother, clearer, and more immersive.This update focuses on quality of life, visual polish, and fixing details that help the world feel more responsive and consistent.Highlights Smarter Respawn Point TrackingManaging your respawn points is now more intuitive.When you set a new respawn point at a mattress, the game will now automatically:Add the “Zzz” icon to your active respawn pointRemove it from previously used mattressesThis ensures your map always clearly shows your current respawn location without manual tracking.Hobo Hauler Combat Interaction ImprovedThe autonomous driver of the Hobo Hauler now has a proper collider.This means you can directly interact with him in combat, making encounters with this roaming vehicle more responsive and satisfying.Met…
