‘Valheim’ update 0.148.6: Devs release gameplay improvements as players wait for ‘Hearth and Home’ content

Developer Iron Gate released the latest patch for “Valheim.” While it may not be as significant as the highly anticipated “Hearth and Home” content update, it still delivers changes that should improve the gameplay experience.

‘Valheim’ update 0.148.6: What’s new

The latest update to “Valheim” contains an ample list of tweaks and improvements to deliver some of the much-needed fixes and balance changes. One of the most important enhancements in update 0.148.6 is having more storage. Once players have the latest version of the game, their chest inventory space will increase from 18 to 24.

Some loot aspects are also tweaked in the latest “Valheim” update. Items that will drop after defeating a boss enemy will now float on water. Players can also expect the Deathsquito and Drake trophies to drop more frequently.

Some weapon-related mechanics have also changed in “Valheim” v0.148.6. Players can no longer use the abyssal harpoon against boss enemies because they will not be effective anymore. The battle axe’s ability to hit multiple enemies in one attack was also improved. The enemy projectile system is also promised to work better after the latest update.

Wolves are some of the most frequent creatures players will encounter while exploring in “Valheim.” But they can also spoil that experience because they can be too aggressive in certain situations. However, update 0.148.6 will make it easier for players to tame the wolves that spawn at night.

Iron Gate also addressed how the characters are knocked back when hit by their enemies to correspond better with what they are wearing. This means if they are wearing heavy gear in combat, they should no longer be forcefully knocked back when an attack hits.

There are also several changes in the environment through “Valheim” v0.148.6. Iron Gate fixed the sunken crypt entrance to avoid tombstones from getting stuck. There are also tweaks applied to the Blackforest stone tower. Players cannot place a ward in an area that overlaps with an enemy ward.

More ‘Valheim’ updates to expect in 2021

Last week, Iron Gate confirmed that “Valheim” had sold six million units in Steam Early Access since launching in early February. The developer also hinted that its works on bug fixes and play testing are “calming down” allowing them to work more on the content updates included in the game’s 2021 roadmap.

Iron Gate reiterated that the first major patch for “Valheim” will be the “Hearth and Home” update. While no specific release date was mentioned, the game’s lead artists gave players the first teaser that shows a cryptic-looking bird.