Dark and Darker Early Access Hotfix #53 Patch Notes: June 14

Kyuma | Published: June 14, 2024

Dark and Darker Early Access Hotfix #53 patch notes include bug fixes, balance changes, and improved functionality.

The much-anticipated Dark and Darker Early Access Hotfix #53 is set to roll out on June 14, 2024. This update will address various bugs, balance changes, and improve overall functionality.

During the maintenance period, players cannot log in, and those already in-game will have 40 minutes to complete their matches and exit safely. The server is expected to return to full service 3 hours after the patch begins.

Dark and Darker Early Access Hotfix Patch Notes

Bug Fixes

The Dark and Darker hotfix will address several issues that have been affecting gameplay:

Character creation: Players will now be able to enter their names when creating a new character.
Druid’s Herbal Sensing: This perk will now properly detect herbs.
Druid’s Dreamwalk: The ability will now activate when a Warlock attacks a Druid in demon form.
Druid’s Dreamfire: The damage scaling for this ability has been fixed.
Druid’s Entangling Vines: Standing on the vines will now cause the player to be bound again, even if the immune status is removed.
Lockpicking: Lockpicks will now be consumed when attempting to open an iron door.
Ghost King: The issue causing the Ghost King to become invisible has been resolved.
Updraft Escape: This feature will now work properly after killing a Frost Wyvern.
Druid’s Karma: Druids can now be given Karma.

Balance Changes

Several balance changes have been implemented to improve Dark and Darker gameplay:

Warlock’s Curse of Weakness: This ability will no longer stack.
Frost Wyvern: Physical attacks are now 100% physical damage (previously 50% physical and 50% magical). Damage has been increased by 10%. A debuff that reduces action speed will now be applied to the target. The Frost Wyvern will use its tail attack more frequently when enemies are closer.
Goblin Cave’s Vault: The treasure will now spawn immediately after killing both the Troll and Cyclops.

Improved Functionality

The Dark and Darker hotfix will also introduce several improvements to enhance the overall gaming experience:

Portal Pedestal: The location will now be displayed on the minimap.
Quest Changes: “My Favorite Fleshy” quest now requires all prerequisite quests to be completed. The goal has been changed to kill 15 mummies.
Normal Game Entry: The Squire will now inform players of the gear score criteria when entering a normal game.
EA2 Adventurer Rank Rewards: These rewards can now be claimed.
Squire Accounts: Squire accounts can now become Apprentice Traders and use the Marketplace for purchases only.
Shared Stash: The size of the Shared Stash has been changed to the maximum size.
Cross-Platform Link: This function has been updated to work properly.

The Dark and Darker Early Access Hotfix #53 aims to provide a better gaming experience by addressing bugs, balancing gameplay, and introducing new features.