Christmas event is now live on servers for you to go and collect gifts!
Added gifts to the map for players to collect. They will respawn each day
Added new vendor to Sgt. Lake to sell Christmas items
Fixed an issue where the tent would not detect that you had already built a house and forced you to upgrade to a house a second time
Updated all seeds to count towards the "Craft seed packs" quest task
Attempted fixing the bunker doors not opening when they consume the access card
Fixed a bug where switching from ammo pouch to hiking backpack would delete items from inventory
Fixed VPN check kick bug
Prestige should now appear correctly when joining a server
Changed water appearance during nigh time to more darker color
Devlog #50
Friday Devlog
Greetings everyone, and a warm welcome to new players who have just picked up the game in the autumn sale!
It's a great time to start exploring Longvinter island, and we've been hard at work as always on the big 1.0 update that is coming next year in February, which will improve and touch on nearly every aspect of the game.
Server Population Update
We experimented with 200 player servers, and KR 1 saw a whopping 170 players at its maximum peak, which is really huge for us to see, as we never imagined a server with that many players. However, we've decided to reduce its capacity to 110 to maintain a better tickrate. Players on this server should now have a much smoother experience after this change.
VPN Checker Issue
We've noticed some issues with the VPN checker making false positive kicks on private servers. We'll be providing an update next week to resolve this issue. In the meantime, if you can't connect to your own hosted server and it says you're using a VPN, please bear with us.
New Features Coming in 1.0
New Mounts and Saddles
We've separated mounts and their saddles into different items. You can now attach a saddle to any mount you like best. Saddles increase the mount's movement speed, making them a valuable addition!
Ambient Wildlife
To make the world feel more alive, we've added small birds that can be seen flying in different places or just chilling on rocks and bushes in the 1.0 update!
Steam Deck Temporary Solution
Until we find a more permanent solution for the Steam Deck issue, the community has found a workaround you can use to play Longvinter again today.
Longvinter on Steam Deck, for compatibility reasons, works only with OS version 3.5.19 and not the latest one. If you wish to play Longvinter on Steam Deck, please downgrade your OS to 3.5.19. There are guides on the web that teach you how to do this.
Thank you for your continued support and patience. We're excited to bring you these updates and improvements!
Wipe days and time
Wipe Results and Server Update
The poll results for server wipes are finally in, and we have some important information to share with you all.
Wipe Decision
Based on the poll results, all regions except Asia have expressed a desire to wipe their servers. However, we've made some additional decisions to ensure the best gameplay experience for all:
PVP Servers: All PVP servers will be wiped as requested by the majority of players.
PVE Servers: We've decided not to wipe most PVE servers, as base building is more enjoyable with abundant resources.
Asia Servers: Despite the poll results, we will be wiping some Asia servers due to stability issues caused by the high volume of placed objects.
Reasoning Behind Our Decisions
We didn't initially distinguish between PVP and PVE servers in our poll, but we've made an educated decision based on player feedback and gameplay patterns. PVP players generally seem more eager for a fresh start.
For Asia servers, the sheer amount of placed objects is causing instability issues with the Unreal Engine. We've selected specific servers that are unlikely to run stably until the global wipe in February.
Servers to be Wiped on November 27th
12PM - 1PM UTC TIME 12PM - 1PM UTC TIME
Here's the full list of servers that will be wiped:
Asia:
[KR] Uuvana 4 [Monthly Wipe]
[KR] Uuvana 1
[KR] Uuvana #PVE 3
North America:
[US-WEST] Uuvana 1
[US-EAST] Uuvana 2 [Monthly Wipe]
South America:
[South America] Uuvana 1
Europe:
[EU-WEST] Uuvana 1
Oceania:
[AU] Uuvana 1
What This Means for You
If your server is on this list, prepare for a fresh start on November 27th. If not, your progress will be preserved until the global wipe in February.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to provide the best possible experience for all. Thank you for your continued support!
Official Server Wipe Dates
The wipe date will be November 27th.
If your region has been voted to have a wipe, it will happen on the 27th.
We know players' next question will be, "What time will it be?" We will provide the exact time along with the Wipe Results (which will be announced later). We are also aware of the time zone differences between regions.
We hope to see you guys live on the wipe day!
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL THE MONTLHY WIPE SERVERS WILL BE WIPED ON THE 27TH REGARDLESS HOW THE VOTE GOES.
Hotfix and update logs
Re-implemented solution for the placeable overlapping exploit
Updated admin logs
Steam Deck Temporary Solution
Until we find a more permanent solution for the Steam Deck issue, the community has found a workaround you can use to play Longvinter again today.
Longvinter on Steam Deck, for compatibility reasons, works only with OS version 3.5.19 and not the latest one. If you wish to play Longvinter on Steam Deck, please downgrade your OS to 3.5.19. There are guides on the web that teach you how to do this.
Thank you for your patience and continued support!
Official Server Regional Wipes
Hey all!
As previously mentioned. Now its the time to start voting for a Server Reset!
What this means;
All the data will be removed from the server, all houses, items, compendium progress will be lost. Every player on the server will start fresh.
Choose which Region do you play on, if you wish this region to have a server reset vote YES . If not vote NO. We will announce about the results later. You'll have 2 weeks time to vote. Every vote counts so please make sure to vote.
Click the image below to vote.
Fixed placeable duplication exploit when disconnecting and placing at the same time
Fixed exploit where items not being removed from gear tab causing multiple buffs
Added some new logs to the admin panel
Game now checks from server for the combat status in case of mismatch. This was a likely cause of the player's inventory being missing after logging back in
There was an issue with placeables destroying after an update so we have recovered the backups and reverted the change that caused this issue.
Devlog #49
Hi everyone! Hope you all have been able to get a chance at catching and getting back at the clown that has been causing mayhem in the server by stealing items. We have exciting news for you all. Longvinter now has a release date for its 1.0 update, and we also have a question about wipes that we want to ask opinions about.
Release Date for 1.0 Update
We have decided not to rush the update since we have so many new things planned for it, and we want to make it meaningful enough for all players who have already played Longvinter to try it out again and return to play. This is why we have decided to launch the 1.0 update next year on the same date that we originally launched in early access, which is February 24, 2025! This update will come with a wipe since we have made substantial changes to the economy of the fuel, and then everyone will get a chance to experience Longvinter as we would have wanted it to be experienced 3 years ago!
We are aware of Steam Deck issues, but currently, we cannot reproduce the problem on our own deck, which has slowed down the troubleshooting greatly. We will look into it more next week and try to figure out what's wrong with it! Sorry for the issue taking so long to resolve.
Should We Wipe Before Christmas?
Many players in our Discord have been asking about the wipe day, and we're considering the possibility of a wipe before next year, given that the full release is still quite far off. We want to hear from you! We'll be creating a survey soon where you can voice your opinion on whether you'd prefer a wipe at the start of December or to continue playing without interruption until the full release.
Importantly, we'll be gathering opinions from each region individually. For example, if the Asia region wants a wipe but the EU region doesn't, we'll only wipe the Asia servers in December. This approach allows us to cater to the preferences of different player communities.
We encourage you to participate in the upcoming survey to help us make this decision. In the meantime, feel free to share your thoughts on wipes in general in the comments below. Your feedback is crucial in shaping the Longvinter experience for everyone!
New Vests and Dropping Items!
Here are the most recent updates our team has been working on:
We have finally made it so that placeables and items drop to the ground and don't stay floating in the air after there is nothing underneath them. This honestly should have been added last year already, but better late than never. We will make this an optional server setting behaviour so builders in PVE can still use their creativity, but for our official PVP servers, this will come as the default option.
We have just finished modeling the 3 different combat vests that will be in-game items. The image shows one of the 3 color variants we have prepared for each vest so you can trade the one you like with your neighbor. These will enable a hotkey action that makes actions in your inventory without the need for opening it:
Reload Vest: Reloads ammo from your inventory to your weapon by just pressing the hotkey.
Weapon Vest: Allows you to change weapons in your inventory quickly by just pressing the hotkey.
Food Pouch: When pressed, allows you to eat food in your inventory quickly.
These are all focused on combat, and we believe these will give you interesting choices in what to use in combat and make your style shine with a vest that embraces it.
Thank you, and see you all on Longvinter Island!
Cross-Game Skin Available now!
For a limited time only, we're thrilled to offer an exclusive cross-game cosmetic item in Longvinter to celebrate the launch of our second game, HOUND: AUTOMATON, today, October 21st!
The body and the head will be available for players to obtain for 1 month period.
21/10/2024 - 24/11/2024
How do you obtain the cosmetic items?
How to obtain the cosmetic items: Play HOUND: AUTOMATON for 5 hours, and you'll receive the exclusive cosmetic items in your Steam Inventory for use in Longvinter. Simply log into Longvinter to access these special items!
A little bit about the game; HOUND: AUTOMATON, a hide-and-seek multiplayer party game where humans are pitted against robots in a horror-themed chase. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to commemorate the launch with a special item that bridges these two gaming experiences. Join the celebration and immerse yourself in the excitement!
We assure you that most of our team is still focused on the upcoming 1.0 update. We've just finished implementing the oil rigs and are now moving on to combat vests!
Halloween Event 24
Greetings, everyone!
The air is filled with a chilling vibe as we usher in this year's Halloween event – a time of spooky surprises and exclusive loot that's bound to get your pulse racing!
Dive into the shadows and explore the eerie additions we're bringing to the game, specially crafted for this Halloween. But remember, these treasures are shrouded in the mystery of the season, available only during the Halloween Loot Event.
14.10.2024 - 4.11.2024
Lurking among the misty isles, a new-ish, ominous figure has been sighted. Could this scary fellow be linked to the treasures that await? Only the bravest will uncover the truth.
Good luck Hunting and Happy Spooky season to everyone! 🎃
Devlog #48
Hi everyone! It's been a while since our last devlog, so let's catch up on what the team has been working on. With summer vacations wrapping up for our employees, we're back in full swing, building the next update. We also released a trailer for a new game, which is super exciting! We'd like to clarify some things people have been discussing, so let's dive in.
New Update Taking Shape
The new oil rig environments are starting to look ready, although they're still missing some new props. We wanted these areas to have puzzles and enemy NPCs like the mines, so they've taken quite a lot of time for 3D modeling and level design. Here's an update video showcasing one of the three new oil rig locations we're cooking up:
[Update video]
We're also preparing to add three vests you can wear in the game. These will give you quick access to certain items in your inventory without opening it. For example, we're planning a reload vest that lets you reload by just pressing an action button, automatically loading ammo from your inventory into your weapon.
For those wondering, the next update will come with a wipe because we're making big changes to fuel and want the economy on servers to start fresh with these new changes.
Autumn Tackle Box
We're still figuring out how to get everything ready before the next update. We're considering limiting the autumn tackle box to a small collection of items or possibly skipping the box for now and focusing on adding things to a future update.
Longvinter Leaving Early Access
That's right! Some of you may have put two and two together and realized that as we prepare to launch a new game, we're also finally leaving Early Access. We know the game isn't bug-free, but we've achieved a lot with server performance. The game is in a completely different state compared to when we first launched.
The game's various mechanics, items, and systems working together have created an environment where small changes can break things in unexpected places. This has been a big project for our small team, but we've learned a lot. We'll continue ironing out issues and bring you the most stable Longvinter experience yet with the full release.
There are still problems with containers not spawning after server restarts, but we've been steadily fixing issues and will continue to do so in the future. We haven't wiped the servers in almost three months, so some problems are just now showing up since we haven't run servers without a wipe for this long.
What's After Early Access?
We've already planned at least two more content updates for the game after the official launch, so don't worry – there will be plenty of new things to experience on Longvinter island! We've completed all the features we made public in our first roadmap last year, and we'll continue developing new content.
After oil rigs, new mounts, and animals are in the game, we're planning a full farming update with a new buildable barn and tameable animals. We're excited to share more info when we have the details ready. We also want to add more endgame content for our dedicated players who speedrun the game's compendium and other features.
We're reading your suggestions on Discord and adding suitable ideas to our progress tracker for future implementation. There's sometimes a big time frame between adding a suggestion and deciding whether to include it in a future update, but we read all of them and will continue to do so. Keep the suggestions coming!
Thank you, and see you all on Longvinter island!
Treasure Hunt and HC server
Welcome!
We've just opened our first Hardcore servers in US, EU and ASIA regions!
Mysterious Message Appears at Sgt. Lake Outpost
A sign has appeared near the outpost containing three mysterious clues. These clues will lead you to a hidden treasure: a unique hat from our newly released set. Can you solve the mystery and claim the prize?
The treasure hunt is available 02/08 to 19/08, happy hunting!
Hardcore server features:
No More Code Locks: Say goodbye to code locks on houses or tents. It's all about survival of the fittest now.
You can remove wood from other players' houses, adding a new layer to your survival strategy. (Decay wood removable from other players' houses)
Turret Tactics: Turrets aren't indestructible anymore. Plan your defenses wisely.
Be cautious; dying means dropping 5% of your currency.
Enhanced Weapon Damage: Feel the power with 50% increased weapon damage, making every encounter more thrilling.
Stamina Sustained: Enjoy 80% reduced energy drain from walking, letting you explore further without tiring.
Loot spawns respawn twice as fast, keeping the action and rewards flowing.
No Safe Havens: Building in safe zones is a thing of the past. Every spot is up for grabs, if you dare. Dynamic Economy: Experience more drastic price changes when trading with vendors, making every deal a critical decision.
