Once Human 2.4.1 Update Announcement Patch Notes (27th May 2026)

Dear Metas,

The server maintenance and update is planned for May 27, 2026, at 4:00 PM (PT) and expected to last about 2 hours (actual time may differ). Please manage your time wisely. The update size is approximately 21.75 GB on PC launchers, 184 MB on the PC client (NOTE: If the update is delayed on Steam, it may be downloaded more than once), 2.7 GB on Android, and 3.4 GB on iOS (actual size may differ). We recommend downloading the update over Wi-Fi.

This update introduces Visional Wheel S4: Gravity Abyss, the new Shop feature: Wishlist, combat balance adjustments, and several recent bug fixes.

After this maintenance, all players will receive the following rewards: Starchrom ×1,000, Mitsuko's Mark ×100, Stardust Secret Crate: S12 (Epic) ×1, Colorful Badge ×30, and Blueprint Conversion Attempt ×3.

Below are the details of this update:

Content/Feature Updates

Visional Wheel S4: Gravity Abyss Arrives

The shadow of Aberrant Progeny is fading, yet the skies of Nalcott have never truly known peace. The laws of gravity are being quietly torn asunder, and a behemoth from the abyss has set its gaze upon this land. The Visional Wheel turns once more. Are you prepared to seek your own answers in the weightless sky? The all-new Visional Wheel S4, "Gravity Abyss," is about to begin.

In the sky, a massive rift is slowly tearing open: an omen of the Riftwalker‘s descent. This behemoth soaring through the skies warps the surrounding gravitational field, twisting the physical laws of the world below. Regions of gravitational imbalance, like breaths from the abyss, drag everything toward the sky. Metas call this phenomenon the "Gravity Abyss"—a place without falling, only endless ascent, and the unknown dangers waiting at its peak. In this Vision, Metas will clash fiercely over the Riftwalker.

Expected Duration: Starts after the May 27 maintenance update (PT). The end time will be announced later.

Available Scenarios: Manibus (excluding novice), Evolution's Call, Prismverse's Clash, The Way of Winter, Endless Dream, Deviation: Survive, Capture, Preserve

After the update, servers with Visional tags will automatically switch to S4 \[Gravity Abyss], concluding the \[Aberrant Progeny] vision. Related special items will no longer be produced.

S4 Gravity Abyss New Gameplay

Gravity Imbalance

When the Vision begins, the inverted star emerge once more, and the Gravity Imbalance effect will envelop certain Stronghold regions. Metas can check the these locations through map pins. Explore the corresponding regions for a chance to obtain Mods, Gravity Crystals, and other rewards.

Riftwalker Relic

After the Vision begins, the Riftwalker will soar over the wilderness, scattering mysterious artifacts from the sky: Echoite Broken Relics and Riftwalker Relics. Their drop locations will be marked on the map, where Metas can head to contest them.

Riftwalker Relic offers substantial rewards but also presents greater challenges. Whenever a Meta approaches a Riftwalker Relic, elite enemies will be summoned, and the relic will begin to slowly ascend. Only by defeating the enemies will the relic's ascent stop. They contain generous rewards such as Mods, Morphed Deviations, and Abyssal Cores.

Aerial Hunt

Fifteen minutes after the Vision begins, the Riftwalker will traverse Nalcott, simultaneously appearing above three random Settlements on the map. The failed airship platform that once attempted to secure the Riftwalker will manifest above these Settlements. Metas can enter the platform for combat via the summoned portal, or directly teleport there by clicking the pins on the map.

The Riftwalker possesses multiple combat forms, requiring close coordination from Metas to defeat it. Metas who successfully overcome the Riftwalker's trial will receive even rarer rewards.

Gravity Integrator Mode

Metas can obtain the \[Gravity Integrator Formula] through this game mode, unlocking the tense and exciting Gravity Integrator challenge. The higher the Gravity Integrator ascends, the richer the rewards become.

Floating Building

Metas can obtain the \[Anti-Gravity Foundation Formula] in the wilderness. After learning the Formula, they can initiate Floating Building, and its construction consumes Gravity Crystals.

Weightless Item

Metas can obtain the \[Energy Raiser Formula] through wilderness exploration. After crafting it at the Supplies Workbench, it can be used in non-weightless regions to grant Weightless ability. The Energy Raiser only functions during the Vision's active period.

Game Mode Rewards

Abyssal Core

The Abyssal Core is a rare crystallization of the Riftwalker, with a chance to obtain it in the Riftwalker Relic and Aerial Hunt Game Modes. Abyssal Cores are categorized into three rarity tiers: Epic, Legendary, and Mythic. Higher rarity yields rarer rewards upon opening, which may include Shiny Mods, Abyssal Essence, high-Level Morphed Deviations, and other rare rewards.

Metas can also choose to consume varying amounts of Gravity Crystals to perform different levels of resonance. A deeper of level resonance has a chance of granting double rewards! Abyssal Cores can also be freely traded among players. Whether you opt for steady gain or take a bold gamble is entirely your choice.

Abyssal Essence

Abyssal Essence is an exclusive item that has a chance to drop from opening Abyssal Cores. After collecting Abyssal Essence, you can visit the Event - Visional Redemption - Redeem Shop to redeem precious rewards such as Lightforge Ingots, selected Shop Fashion/Furniture/Weapon Skins, Shiny Mods, top-tier Deviations, and more!

Morphed Deviation

In S4 \[Gravity Abyss], all Morphed Deviations and Mods from the Visional Wheel S1 will return. Additionally, we will introduce brand new Morphed Deviations, offering Metas a richer collection and customization experience.

This time, three brand new Morphed Deviations will be added: The Digby Boy - Gravity Abyss, Atomic Lighter - Gravity Abyss, and Zapamander - Gravity Abyss.

The Starfall Inversion Deviations from S1 will also return together, and Metas can obtain them through various modes.New Mods

S4 will introduce the new "Aero" Suffix Mod, while the Downstar Mod will return as well. The Downstar Mod provides a strong advantage when fighting across elevation differences, whereas the Aero Mod can be activated in any aerial state (including jumping), offering superior flexibility and stability. When acquired, these Mods let Metas select the one that suits their needs.

In this Vision event, we will also release Armor Shiny Mods for the first time, which Metas can obtain through the Abyssal Core.

New Event

Click the "Event Interface - Visional Wheel" page to participate in the current vision campaign. The following content will be available:

Gravity Abyss: Metas can learn about the basic rules for this Vision through this event.

Abyssal Collection: By collecting Gravity Crystals to earn Progress, you can obtain rare rewards such as Territory Collectibles.

Vision Collection: Collect all Visional Suffix Mods and Morphed Deviations to obtain rewards like Weapon Skins.

As the Visional Wheel spins once more, new aerial challenges, exploration objectives, and growth rewards will gradually unfold. We look forward to all Metas embracing new battles in the weightless skies, and welcome everyone to continue sharing your experiences with us through the Community and Feedback PlatformThank you for your ongoing support. Let's meet again in the "Gravity Abyss."

Server Opening Schedule

To allow you to choose whether or not to participate in the Visional Wheel without changing servers, after this update, new servers will include both a Normal World and a Visional World. Visional events will only happen in the Visional World and will NOT affect the Normal World. You can switch between the Normal World and Visional World based on your preference.

New Shop Feature: Wishlist Now Available!

The new Wishlist feature is now live. Mark the items you want!

1. Add items to your Wishlist: When browsing unowned cosmetics or items in the Shop, you can add them to your Wishlist by tapping the star button on the left or the secondary button in the purchase pop-up. The Wishlist has a capacity limit. If you obtain an item, it will be removed from your Wishlist automatically.

2. Privacy settings: Tap the star button in the top-right corner of the Shop to view and manage your Wishlist. You can also choose who can see it: Private, Public, or Friends Only.

3. View friends' Wishlists: If a friend has public Wishlist items, a special Wishlist icon will appear on their namecard. Tap it to view their Wishlist and send a gift with one click!

• Gifting has been improved, making it easier to send the right gift!

1. Improved friend list sorting: When sending a gift, friends who have added the item to their Wishlist and friends who are eligible to receive the gift will be shown first. No more struggling to find the right friend!

2. Personal messages: A text field has been added to the gift confirmation screen. When sending a cosmetic gift, you can also include a personal message!

3. Duplicate gift prevention: The system will automatically check whether a Wishlist item has already been purchased or owned. If your friend already owns the item, it will no longer be shown to others. If a duplicate gift is detected when your friend claims it, the duplicate item will be returned, and Crystgin will be refunded based on the purchase price or the deducted pack price.

• Gift history added: Tap History in the top-right corner of the gifting screen to view detailed records of all gifts sent and received between you and your friends, including time, item, and user.Meta Pass Monthly Try-On Update

Meta Pass try-on benefits have been fully improved. Starting June 1, server time, the Monthly Limited-Time Trial cosmetics will rotate, helping you stay at the forefront of Nalcott fashion!

Combat Balance Adjustments

We remain committed to maintaining dynamic combat balance, preserving freshness and strategic depth to deliver an evolving battle experience. This update includes the following adjustments:

1. We have identified the following issues with the recent weapons and gear:

1). AUG - Electron Cloud lacks flexibility when repeatedly generating magnetic fields, making target switching less efficient.

2). For Compound Bow - The Burden of Betrayal, Echo DMG is a core part of its damage output, so Crit Rate has a major impact on its consistency.

3). Compound Bow - The Burden of Betrayal deals too much burst damage against Metas.

4). Glide Pants consume too much Stamina, while their buff duration is too short.

Based on these issues, this update will adjust and improve the effects of AUG - Electron Cloud, Compound Bow - The Burden of Betrayal, and Glide Pants.

2. Optimized the effects of P90 - Holographic Resonance and R500 - Memento.

For more information, see the https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2139460/view/664988379448869084

To ensure a smooth transition, we will issue 3 Blueprint Conversion Attempts to all players after this update.

Chalk Peak West Terrain Adjustment and Territory Relocation Notice

To prepare for the development and expansion of the Western Isles region, we plan to adjust and optimize the border area west of Chalk Peak in the June 10 update (PT).

To protect the territories Metas have worked hard to build, and to prevent issues such as territories floating or sinking underground after the terrain changes, all territories in this area will be packed up after the June 10 update (PT). Once your territory is packed up, you will need to relocate it manually. Please plan ahead and move your territory to a safe zone.

Please see the red area in the image below for the affected area:

Nalcott continues to expand, and new survival challenges are on the horizon. Thank you for your understanding and support. We look forward to fighting alongside you again in unknown waters.

\ Updates

\ Bug Fixes

1. Fixed an issue where explosive damage was abnormal.

2. Fixed an issue where gliding could not be activated during high-altitude melee combat.

\[Custom Server] Updates

1. Custom Servers now support a new RaidZone Mode event setting: Special Drops.

Gameplay: When the event is active, killing non-Hive members will cause them to drop Honor Points. Collect and store Honor Points in your Territory Terminal to improve your Hive ranking.

Customizable settings:

1). Set the event start and end time.

2). Set the number of Honor Points dropped per kill and the drop rate.

3). During the event, set the daily drop period and server login time to control development and combat phases.

2. As the Visional Wheel rotates to Gravity Abyss, Custom Server scenarios related to Starfall Inversion will also update to Gravity Abyss. A new configurable scenario will also be added: Deviation: Survive, Capture, Preserve - Gravity Abyss.

3. Custom Server setting optimization: the custom drop quantity limit has been adjusted to 20.

4. Custom Server Hyper Brawl optimizations:

1). Improved the display of Hyper Brawl areas.

2). Increased the maximum radius of Hyper Brawl areas.

5. Custom Item feature optimization: Custom weapons and armor can now be repaired and disassembled.

6. Custom Server distributable supply adjustments:

1). Added a new supply item for the Endless Dream scenario: Nightmare Light Source.

2). Old mod crates have been removed. New mod crates are now available, including Downstar, Downstar Deviant Energy, Aero, Aero Deviant Energy, and other mod crates.

3). New seed items are now available, including Cucumber Seeds and Onion Seeds.

4). New distributable weapons for scenarios outside RaidZone Mode: Compound Bow - The Burden of Betrayal and AUG - Electron Cloud. New distributable weapon for RaidZone Mode: AUG.

5). New custom weapons added: Compound Bow - The Burden of Betrayal, AUG - Electron Cloud, and AUG (RaidZone). You can now use buffs to add The Burden of Betrayal and Electron Cloud traits to custom weapons.

New Items in Shop

Limited-time Lightforge Loot Crate: Blooming Vows

"Make a blooming vow for eternity and celebrate your perfect day!"

Available: After the update on May 27 (PT)

The Blooming Vows themed Lightforge Loot Crate includes the Legendary furniture pack "Magnificent Gala", the Fashion set "Oathbound Dream", the Cradle skin "Tranquil Slumber", the weapon skin "Blood and Dream - AUG", and the Epic Hype Deviation cosmetic "Floating Star - Polar Jelly".

For more details, check the Lightforge Loot Crate announcement: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2139460/view/545621427784515711

Magnificent Gala includes a variety of special interactive furniture, such as flowers, archways, and stage corridors. Multiple visual effects help create the perfect wedding scene. It also includes a playable harp with a unique performance animation. Invite your friends and family, and hold a grand ceremony in your territory!

The Lightforge gift box is here to help! A special discounted direct-purchase pack is now available in the Shop. Buy it to receive great-value Lightforge Ingots, plus a bonus Lucky Bag with a chance to win prizes such as Crystgin and Lightforge Ingots. Go to Shop > Super Value Deal > Lightforge Benefit and don't miss out!

New Items in Shop

"Who says the apocalypse can't be fun?"

Available: After the update on May 27 (PT)

The Epic "Carefree Carnival" decoration pack brings back the joy of childhood:

It includes the Bubble Blower, which creates dreamy bubbles; the Air Seat, which lets you float in midair; the Yellow Top, which spins when you sit on it; and the rideable Balloon Flower Cart. There is also a hidden surprise: a Large Tree decoration with moving eyes! Turn your territory into a playground and take fun photos with your friends!

• Limited-time sale: This decoration pack will be available for 2 weeks only. Don't miss this Children's Day celebration!

Wish Bazaar is back

"Grand opening, great fortune! Tell Mr. Wish whatever you desire!"

Opens after the May 27 maintenance update (PT).

The bazaar stalls are open again with new surprises. Each Meta will see a unique selection of items and discounts. Check what lucky deals you get!

• Random items: During the 2-week event, the Wish Bazaar refreshes daily with a chance to offer three types of discounted items.

• Wish Bazaar exclusives: Limited-time exclusive furniture may appear at discounts starting at 30% off.

• Regular Shop items: Items released at least one year ago and still available in the Shop may also appear with random discounts, as low as 70% off!

• Prize pool refresh: New chances every week! Making a paid purchase can also give you another item refresh!

• The bazaar prize pool resets automatically every week! Check out new items at 06:00 server time.

• Your first purchase in each bazaar prize pool grants 1 extra prize pool refresh. You can gain up to 3 extra refreshes per week. Huge discounts? Rare cosmetics? Let's see who has the best luck!

Follow-up New Arrivals

"Let's paint the sky with joy!"

Available: June 4 (server time)

The "Skyward Adventure" Combo Crate is now available. It includes the Legendary Void Wings skin "Flying House Balloons," the Epic Hype Duo Action "Soft Whispers," the Rare set "Leaping Chorus," and many more cosmetics and Lightforge Ingot rewards. Opening Combo Crates also grants Surprise Points. Reach 150 points to receive a Crystgin rebate.

Take flight with a balloon in hand and enjoy unmatched freedom!

"The music festival is ready. Let's light up the stage!"

The Epic Hype furniture pack "Phantom Resonance" is now available in the Shop at a limited-time discount.

The giant piano keys support multiplayer interaction and play sounds when stepped on, making them the perfect audio-visual centerpiece for any territory party. More fun stages, music players, and stage backdrops are also available. Step into the spotlight and fill the party with music and laughter!

Limited-time offer: 15% off during the first week after release.

The Epic Combo Gift Box "Deconstruction Reforge," the Rare Combo Gift Box "Dimensional Breach," and their individual cosmetic items are returning for a limited time. Go to Shop > Combo Crate to check them out!

Limited-Time Discount: Available for two weeks, don’t miss out! Low Crystgin cost per draw, with a chance to obtain a limited-time trial or permanent appearance.

Experience Optimizations

Tech (non-RaidZone only)

1. Increased the chance of obtaining high-rarity gear when exploring strongholds.

2. Improved item sorting in the backpack and updated the rarity of some items.

3. Some Metas have accidentally disassembled valuable gear. To better protect your items, a second confirmation prompt will now appear when disassembling Epic or higher-rarity gear.

Fishing

Metas can now earn Fishing Coins by fishing. Speak with NPC Margerie to enter the Shop and exchange them for the following avatars: First Edge, Back and Fully Loaded, and Lead of Pack.

* Metas in RaidZone Mode must go to Once Human Mode to exchange Fishing Coins in the Shop.

Bug Fixes

Cosmetics

Fixed an issue where some Fashion skins displayed incorrectly.

Tech (non-RaidZone only)

1. Fixed an issue where the Portable Fridge could not be invented correctly in some cases.

2. Fixed an issue where reverse engineering at the Tech Research Bench could fail to start in some cases.

Combat (non-RaidZone only)

1. Fixed an issue where the Bounce keyword would not trigger in certain cases.

2. Fixed an issue where the Portable Crossbow blueprint description did not mention the bow draw speed increase.

3. Fixed an issue where Compound Bow - The Burden of Betrayal, when fully charged, could incorrectly trigger Echo damage calculation and display "Immune" after a Bounce hit on a target with 0 Echo stacks.

Territory Construction

Fixed an issue where Deviations could not be stored through Storage Terminal Single Mode in certain cases.

Blueprints

Fixed an issue where tapping the Starchrom source link on the Blueprint Enhancement screen could open the wrong page.

Vehicle

Fixed an issue where players who were not in the driver's seat could lean out and shoot through walls to hit indoor targets.

Backpack

Fixed an issue where the Y key could not be used to view animal information in the backpack.

Cloud Gaming

Fixed an occasional crash when defeating the beginner boss while playing Once Human: Cloud.

Once Human Development Team