FIELD MANUAL / Updates
Beta hotfix #1: update before deploying
20 October fixes for Expedition matchmaking, Chateau entry, reload animations and crashes.
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Install the Playtest update
Completely close HUNGER, restart Steam and update the HUNGER Playtest client before playing. The developer published beta hotfix #1 on 20 October 2026.
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Matchmaking and Chateau entry
The hotfix addresses Expedition matchmaking placements in low-population regions, matchmaking failing to place players into a server, and Entering Chateau hangs lasting ten minutes or more. These fixes do not guarantee that all connection problems are resolved.
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Reloads and stability
Full reload animations not playing correctly, multiple server crashes and multiple client crashes are addressed. The announcement supplies no revised damage, ability, crafting or healing values.
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Keep older beta issues in context
The 19 October beta guide records the launch changelog and known issues. Apply these six hotfix corrections to that baseline; unrelated launch issues are not confirmed fixed. Reviewed against the official Steam announcement on 21 October 2026.
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Related guides.
All guides →Closed beta changes & known issues
The developer’s 19 October beta changes: inventory, combat, abilities, quests and reported issues.
CombatHealth & medicine
The developer-described health baseline and how reusable and consumable medicine differ.
EquipmentFood & drink bonuses
Two announced consumable effects, their duration and how stacking works.
Developer announcements reviewed 21 October 2026. Announced mechanics are not independently tested beta behaviour. Developer news on Steam ↗