Wayward Valley — patch notes and updates
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Dated developer announcements recorded from Steam. Open the source for the complete update.
| Update | Date | Excerpt / source |
|---|---|---|
| 🗺️ Update — Settlements, Dungeons & New Horizons | Releasing March 10th! | 2026-03-08 | Hey Hunters!A brand-new update is arriving next Tuesday, March 10th — and it's packed with content that expands the world of Gale Valley in a big way. New lands to explore, your first settlement to build, a dungeon to conquer, and much more. Let's break it all down!🏕️ New Maps & Your First CampThe world of Wayward Valley just got bigger. Several new maps are now available to explore — each one adding fresh environments, secrets, and opportunities.The biggest addition is your very first Camp — a dedicated map where your settlement journey truly begins:Build your first house and start shaping your corner of Gale ValleyWelcome your first NPC to |
| Hotfix's V0.1.3.01 | 2026-03-03 | V0.1.3.01【2026.03.03】Hotfix's Gameplay Changes • None Balance Changes •None Buffs •None Nerfs •None Bug Fixes • Fixed a smal bug in the menu that kept poping up for a reason. • Fixed the IconSet.png not showing up correctly so you get an strange error when you start the game. (if for a reason this still shows up just press retry and it will work!) Additional Notes • None |
| Guild Sec Part 2 - Version 0.1.3.00 Update is Now Live! | 2026-02-27 | 🏗️ Guild Sec Part 2 - Version 0.1.3.00 Update is Now Live!Adventurers, Part 2 is here and it's a big one! This update delivers the content promised from Part 1, plus the foundation for an exciting new direction in Wayward Valley.✨ What's NewNew Maps & Story: Explore newly designed areas and experience the next chapter of the story with fresh dialogue and narrative depthBuilding System: The most exciting addition yet — you can now place and customize buildings in your base and houses! Furniture placement is also on the horizon as this system growsYour First Empty Plot: Head to your settlement plot and start building your guild base the founda |
| Hotfix's V0.1.2.02 | 2026-02-26 | Small Hotfix update: Fixed the bug in the second dungeon that for a reason when pressing escape gives an error. Please let me know in Discord server if this is not fixed for a reason. |
| Hotfix's V0.1.2.01 | 2026-02-24 | Steam Hotfix's V0.1.2.01 Gameplay Changes • edit new things in the battle scene, now weakness indictor will show up now in battle • And some stats changes to make it show better in battle. • And a new encounter system that brings a bit extra when battle start. Balance Changes •None Buffs •None Nerfs •None Bug Fixes • Small bug at the first battle tutorial that you get stuck, a other part that didnt launch the correct event has been fixed. Additional Notes •None |
| Guild Sec Part 1 - Version 0.1.2.00 Update is Now Live! | 2026-02-24 | Adventurers, a major update has arrived! We've been listening to your feedback and are excited to roll out Part 1 of our Guild Sec Patch with significant improvements to gameplay, visuals, and balance.✨ What's NewComplete Map Revamp: Every area has been redesigned with a cleaner, more polished visual styleStory Rework: The early game narrative from start to party unlock has been improved with better pacing and presentationNew Party Member: Meet your new mage companion (female) who joins Luke from the very beginning to help you in battleExpanded Crafting: Craft armor and weapons specifically for your mage partnerDash Mechanic: You can now dash |
| Hotfix's V0.1.1.02 | 2026-02-23 | Steam Hotfix's V0.1.1.02 Gameplay Changes • I have edited a new Save spot in your player house. You can heal up your party there. Balance Changes •None Buffs •None Nerfs •None Bug Fixes •Battle problem has been fixed now. I have created a whole, new battle code system that should make it work better and smoother. If for a reason it still shows up please inform me on discord! Additional Notes •None |
| Hotfix's V0.1.1.01 | 2026-02-22 | Steam Hotfix's V0.1.1.01 Gameplay Changes • None Balance Changes •None Buffs •None Nerfs •None Bug Fixes •Fix Melanie bug when you have Luke in the front of the party, Fix first map tree notification beeing not right on screen. Additional Notes •If you already unlocked the barracks you need to go in to the barracks to fix the bug of Melanie. (Dont cut tree in the mean time.) |
| Wayward Valley Patch V0.1.1.00 | 2026-02-22 | 📢Wayward Valley — Patch V0.1.1.00 is now live!Thank you for playing Wayward Valley! This hotfix brings some visual improvements, a balance tweak, and an important bug fix. Read below for the full details.🎮 Gameplay ChangesWe've given the first entry map a full remake, along with improvements to the game's opening sequence. It now features our new emoji dialogue system, making conversations feel more expressive and alive.Currently, the emoji dialogue system is active in 2 sections of the game. The full rollout across all of Wayward Valley is coming with the major update next week — stay tuned!⚖️ Balance ChangesNo balance changes in this hotf |
| Hotfix's V0.1.008 | 2026-02-22 | Hotfix's V0.1.008 Gameplay Changes • None Balance Changes •None Buffs •None Nerfs •Slimey's damage have been lowerd Bug Fixes •The error after the first fight have finally be fixed, after remake the complete game file now its working. Additional Notes •Steam achievements have been updated in to the game as promised! (If you have unlocked the barracks already, go to your player house this will unlock all the achievements.) |
| Hotfix V0.1.007 | 2026-02-21 | Hotfix's V0.1.007 Gameplay Changes • None Balance Changes •None Buffs •None Nerfs •Slimey's damage have been lowerd Bug Fixes •Some strange bugs at the first map and second map, also the tutorial battle has been fixed with the error problem! Additional Notes •None |
| Wayward Valley Early Access is LIVE | 2026-02-21 | 🌿 Wayward Valley is LIVE — Welcome to Gale Valley, Hunter!Your second life starts today.Wayward Valley hits Early Access with a full Chapter 1 story experience, a hand-crafted settlement system, turn-based combat, custom-built UI systems, and an original JRPG soundtrack. Everything below is in the game right now — and this is only the beginning.If you've been watching from the sidelines, now is the time. Wishlist, grab the launch discount, or jump straight in.📖 What's in V0.1.00?Story — Chapter 1: A New BeginningMelanie's story kicks off in full. From waking up in a strange world to building a settlement from the ground up, Chapter 1 is a c |
| Wayward Valley Early Access Releasing Soon! | 2026-02-18 | Hey Hunters!We've been working hard behind the scenes, and it's time to share everything that's been happening in Wayward Valley. This update covers new story content, custom-built systems, gear, combat visuals, and a ton of quality-of-life improvements. Let's dive in!📖 Story & Narrative ExpansionWe've written and implemented major story scenes that bring the early game to life:Full Tutorial Arc — Follow Melanie's journey from an overworked convenience store assistant manager to waking up in the mysterious world of Gale Valley. Meet Lisana, learn to gather, craft your first gear, and find the settlement camp.Chapter 1: A New Beginning — Afte |