
Lords of the Fallen 2.0.29 patch notes: Hexworks improves stability, PvP matchmaking and shared progression
Lords of the Fallen has come a long way since its release in 2023. The game, known for its dark world, tough enemies, and deep lore, continues to get regular updates from the developers. These patches help keep the experience smooth and fresh for new players as well as longtime fans. Over the past year, Hexworks has worked hard to fix bugs, improve combat, and support the growing player base.
Now, the latest version 2.0.29 brings another wave of changes. This patch mainly focuses on improving stability, co-op performance, and player-versus-player (PvP) balancing.
It also fixes one of the more annoying bugs around missing keys and adds a new tutorial prompt to help players understand the Lamp system better. Whether you play solo or with others, this update makes Lords of the Fallen more stable and enjoyable
Listed below are all the changes included in Lords of the Fallen update 2.0.29 across all platforms.
Version 2.0.29 is now live on all platforms with some highly-requested updates!- Reduced stuttering during co-op- Fixed key loss bug + missing keys auto-restored- Improved PvP level-matching- New Lamp Guidance tutorial prompt- Crash fixesRead here: https://t.co/cEmqnxHI8q pic.twitter.com/Oq2Hl49rOg
Full patch notes for Lords of the Fallen version 2.0.29
Here's what is included in the latest update of Lords of the Fallen:
Less stuttering during co-op sessions: Players joining Shared Progression sessions will now notice smoother gameplay. The update reduces in-game stutters and improves the overall flow when exploring together.
Progression key bug resolved: A bug where hosts could lose access to important keys if a client picked up a duplicate has been fixed. Now, key ownership remains intact for all party members.
Missing keys returned automatically: If players missed out on progression keys like Empyrean, Skyrest, or Pilgrim's Perch earlier, they will now appear in the inventory automatically after the update.
Better matchmaking during invasions: The PvP system has been adjusted to match players with others who are closer to their level. This makes invasions feel fairer and more balanced for all.
Crash fixes across platforms: The team resolved several issues that caused the game to crash unexpectedly. This patch improves overall stability on all systems.
Tutorial update: Lamp Guidance system tutorial added. A new prompt has been added to guide players using the Lamp system introduced in version 2.0. The quick tutorial helps new and returning players better understand its features.

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