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Entropia Universe Version Updates

This archive preserves the complete history of Entropia Universe Version Updates, documenting the technical evolution of the platform and the development of its virtual worlds. Each update represents a snapshot in the ongoing transformation of the universe, from early system foundations and gameplay mechanics to major graphical upgrades, planetary expansions, and platform milestones.

The release notes collected here provide insight into how the real-cash economy virtual universe has evolved over time — including engine transitions, interface redesigns, new systems, balance adjustments, and community-driven improvements. Together they form a chronological technical record of the changes that shaped Entropia Universe from its early years to the modern era.

Use the search function to explore specific Version Updates, locate historical features, or trace how particular systems and mechanics have developed across different eras of the universe.

Some Version Update release notes are currently missing or temporarily unavailable due to the migration from PlanetCalypsoForum to the new Entropia Forum. PlanetCalypsoForum historically served as a primary archival source for Entropia Universe VU documentation, and some older or recent VU posts may not have migrated cleanly or may still be unavailable while the forum transition settles.

VU 18.14.5 May 27, 2025
Entropia Universe 18.14.5 Release Notes

Entropia Universe 18.14.5 Release Notes?


Changes

  • Mayhem Tokens are no longer tradeable.

MindArk and the Planet Partners strive to ensure a smooth and problem-free Version Update. Nevertheless, even after extensive testing some issues may arise after release. Such issues are often addressed via mini-patches directly after a release and in subsequent patches. If you feel that the possibility of encountering minor issues or bugs directly after a Version Update affects your gameplay to an extent that Entropia Universe is not enjoyable, please wait until the mini-patches have been released and any last minute issues have been resolved.

VU 18.14.4 May 22, 2025
Entropia Universe 18.14.4 Release Notes

Entropia Universe 18.14.4 Release Notes?


Changes
  • Moved the mushroom instance areas out into the world on ARIS. After evaluating it, it is preferred to keep regular hunting in the world, and use instances for content that requires more gameplay features. The way to access it is still the same, though.
  • Added the ARIS Outposts and Dropforts to the map
  • Instant loot in Verdathos cave, just like the other daily instances


Fixes
  • Fixed issues with the payment provider Checkout, where payments could sometimes fail without a valid reason
  • Confirmation box for interacting with the rubble in Scorchrift Cavern
  • Daily Samples “Crater Rim” mission was incorrectly named “Cryomusoids”
  • Fixed material list of Hyperion Aurora PF-60 blueprint
  • Fixed issue with Verdathos spawn


Known Issues
  • The sound is still not working correctly on ARIS, still being investigated
  • AI missions on ARIS are generally too time consuming


MindArk and the Planet Partners strive to ensure a smooth and problem-free Version Update. Nevertheless, even after extensive testing some issues may arise after release. Such issues are often addressed via mini-patches directly after a release and in subsequent patches. If you feel that the possibility of encountering minor issues or bugs directly after a Version Update affects your gameplay to an extent that Entropia Universe is not enjoyable, please wait until the mini-patches have been released and any last minute issues have been resolved.

VU 18.14.3 May 13, 2025
Entropia Universe 18.14.3 Release Notes

Entropia Universe 18.14.3 Release Notes?


Changes

  • The instance cooldowns on ARIS are now triggered when the boss dies and when leaving the instance voluntarily. This is to make it possible to retry in case the client crashes or there is a disconnect for other reasons
  • Increased light in cave instances
  • Reduced range of turrets
  • Increased size of the Weak creatures

Fixes

  • Fixed DPP irregularities on the Hyperion Aurora and Obscura weapon series
  • Replaced the TT-weapons in the loot with their “Improved” versions
  • Decreased the thresholds for what counts as hofs/globals for the Weak, Defective, and Faint creatures
  • Replaced all the destructible objects with interactive terminals in the daily instances
  • Dead Central Processor is now refinable
  • Fixed progress bars for daily hunting missions
  • Clarified that the armor upgrade requires 10x Catalysts, and that it will return the excess value in Nanocubes, in the item info for the different Hyperion Armor pieces
  • You cannot teleport using Mindforce chips to the edge of the server anymore


Known Issues

  • Sound is not working correctly on ARIS.
  • AI missions are generally too time consuming on ARIS

MindArk and the Planet Partners strive to ensure a smooth and problem-free Version Update. Nevertheless, even after extensive testing some issues may arise after release. Such issues are often addressed via mini-patches directly after a release and in subsequent patches. If you feel that the possibility of encountering minor issues or bugs directly after a Version Update affects your gameplay to an extent that Entropia Universe is not enjoyable, please wait until the mini-patches have been released and any last minute issues have been resolved.

VU 18.14.2 May 9, 2025
Entropia Universe 18.14.2 Release Notes

Entropia Universe 18.14.2 Release Notes?


Fixes

  • Balanced the the Codex rewards for ARIS mobs correctly according to the formula used for the rest of the Universe
  • Fixed the Codex entry for Fieroids which did not get any progress
  • Changed several areas where mobs would spawn inside and/or under things, or fall down and get stuck in holes
  • Removed Shared flag from another spawn that was never intended to be shared
  • Changed damage types of the Turrets to be in line with other robots on ARIS
  • Set the correct ammo type for Aurora Plasma Pistols
  • Added text clarifying that you will get all the excess value from merging the two Hyperion armor pieces back as Nanocubes
  • Increased the variety in loot for Weak, Faint, and Defective creatures
  • Reworked the Maintenance Tunnels a bit



Known Issues

  • Sound is not working correctly on ARIS
  • Destructibles are sometimes missing in instances
  • The progress bars for some of the daily missions are not behaving correctly
  • The threshold for what counts as a global/hof is incorrect on the Weak, Faint, and Defective creatures

MindArk and the Planet Partners strive to ensure a smooth and problem-free Version Update. Nevertheless, even after extensive testing some issues may arise after release. Such issues are often addressed via mini-patches directly after a release and in subsequent patches. If you feel that the possibility of encountering minor issues or bugs directly after a Version Update affects your gameplay to an extent that Entropia Universe is not enjoyable, please wait until the mini-patches have been released and any last minute issues have been resolved.

VU 18.14.1 May 8, 2025
Entropia Universe 18.14.1 Release Notes

Entropia Universe 18.14.1 Release Notes?


Fixes

  • Fixed issues with the new component blueprints dropping in the construction process. They are now available in the Daily Voucher terminal
  • Fixed an issue where the Spina Broodmother daily could be triggered in instances on ARIS
  • Corrected the stats of the TT guns to be in line with the rest of the TT guns in the universe. This was necessary to not upset the balance of starter content and starter packs. ARIS will get creatures for this level in an update in the near future as well
  • Added ARIS to the space map
  • Tweaked some spawns, including removing the “Shared”-flag from a couple of spawns where it was not intended
  • Fixed several cases where the “no vehicle”-zone would be triggered incorrectly
  • Smoothed the terrain around the big volcano to reduce the risk of creatures and players getting stuck
  • Reduced the size of the S9-WARDEN event area
  • Delayed the spawn of the turrets in the Elevex Station instance to stop them from firing through the door into the elevator
  • Increased the speed of Weak- Faint- and Defective mobs
  • Reworked the area outside of the Nex-Comm Vault. The robots had a tendency to fall into the ravine and get stuck there



Known Issues

  • Sound is not working correctly on ARIS
  • Destructibles are sometimes missing in instances.
  • Codex rewards are not scaled properly. This will be resolved retroactively, and all progress will be saved

MindArk and the Planet Partners strive to ensure a smooth and problem-free Version Update. Nevertheless, even after extensive testing some issues may arise after release. Such issues are often addressed via mini-patches directly after a release and in subsequent patches. If you feel that the possibility of encountering minor issues or bugs directly after a Version Update affects your gameplay to an extent that Entropia Universe is not enjoyable, please wait until the mini-patches have been released and any last minute issues have been resolved.

VU 18.14.0 May 7, 2025
Entropia Universe 18.14.0 Release Notes

Entropia Universe 18.14.0 Release Notes?


New Features
  • The new planet ARIS! Once believed lost since the Great Robot Wars, this moon has mysteriously reappeared now overrun by robots preparing for one purpose alone an invasion of Calypso!
  • Discover more about it here: https://www.entropiauniverse.com/news/

Known Issues
  • Sound is not working correctly on ARIS
  • The new component blueprints were intended to be available only from the Voucher Terminal, not dropped through the construction process. They have been disabled for now while a patch is being prepared

MindArk and the Planet Partners strive to ensure a smooth and problem-free Version Update. Nevertheless, even after extensive testing some issues may arise after release. Such issues are often addressed via mini-patches directly after a release and in subsequent patches. If you feel that the possibility of encountering minor issues or bugs directly after a Version Update affects your gameplay to an extent that Entropia Universe is not enjoyable, please wait until the mini-patches have been released and any last minute issues have been resolved.

VU 18.13.0 April 29, 2025
Entropia Universe 18.13.0 Release Notes

Entropia Universe 18.13.0 Release Notes?


New Features
  • Mr. Shoal, the Howling Mine Shipwright, has a new ship available - the Trident Heavy Fighter (see Latest News for details)
  • A Space Pirate event is now active in the center of the asteroid field near the Howling Mine

Changes
  • Range of Pioneer CIWS Mk.1 has been extended
  • Team creation has been streamlined Now, if you invite someone without having created a team first, a team will be created automatically as the invite is sent Standard loot rule: “Contribution: Share Loot”
  • Mayhem Tokens & Rare Mayhem Tokens are now temporarily tradable and auctionable, which will remain until the 27th May 2025

Fixes
  • Fixed issues where Music playlists for mainland Calypso and Rocktropia stopped playing music for extended periods of time
  • Corrected skill requirements on the Exceptional Cryo and Corrosive chips
  • Corrected the name of Exceptional ArMatrix LR-20, Adjusted (L) to Exceptional A&P Series Mayhem LR-20, Adjusted (L)
  • A Trade Terminal tool on Next Island is no longer recyclable
  • Fixed an issue with ground spawning items on Next Island

Known Issues
  • The first-person view of the pilot in a Trident Heavy Fighter is currently angled too far downward

Note: Due to technical changes affecting textures, players can expect a large download size for this release



MindArk and the Planet Partners strive to ensure a smooth and problem-free Version Update. Nevertheless, even after extensive testing some issues may arise after release. Such issues are often addressed via mini-patches directly after a release and in subsequent patches. If you feel that the possibility of encountering minor issues or bugs directly after a Version Update affects your gameplay to an extent that Entropia Universe is not enjoyable, please wait until the mini-patches have been released and any last minute issues have been resolved.

VU 18.12.1 April 8, 2025
Entropia Universe 18.12.1 Release Notes

Entropia Universe 18.12.1 Release Notes?


Changes
  • New setting for Chat Bubbles:
    • Font Size - also increases the bubble size to fit the text.
    • Text Speed - controls how fast each letter is displayed. Can also be set to Instant.
    • Show Private Chat Bubbles - controls if bubbles of private conversations should appear. Turning this setting off will still allow regular bubbles.

Fixes
  • The final rank of all asteroid codex challenges will now correctly give space mining skills instead of hunting skills.
  • Fixed a text issue with the blueprint for the new Exceptional Mayhem Arsonistic Chip 15.


MindArk and the Planet Partners strive to ensure a smooth and problem-free Version Update. Nevertheless, even after extensive testing some issues may arise after release. Such issues are often addressed via mini-patches directly after a release and in subsequent patches. If you feel that the possibility of encountering minor issues or bugs directly after a Version Update affects your gameplay to an extent that Entropia Universe is not enjoyable, please wait until the mini-patches have been released and any last minute issues have been resolved.

VU 18.12.0 April 1, 2025
Entropia Universe 18.12.0 Release Notes
New Feature
  • Added the possibility of dropping items on the ground
  • Added speech bubbles for avatars. Speech bubbles will be visible when using Local Chat and Private chat. Private chat bubbles are only visible to members of that chat
  • Added new flying vehicle permit icon to Radar
  • Added new ground vehicle permit icon to Radar
  • A new upgrade mission has been added to the Galactic mission, speak to Castamir at Howling Mine
  • Next Island Drake pet has received a buff
  • Doubled the amount of Meta Challenge ranks in the Codex

Changes
  • New limited items with exceptional durability will become available in the Mayhem Vendor at the start of Easter Mayhem. Easter Mayhem start will be announced next week
  • New blueprints for many mayhem items will become available in the Mayhem Vendor at the start of Easter Mayhem
  • Added an Easter Mayhem Assault themed instance which will feature in the upcoming Mayhem event
  • Some vegetation and terrain have been updated in the new jungle area at Port Atlantis and Camp Icarus


MindArk and the Planet Partners strive to ensure a smooth and problem-free Version Update. Nevertheless, even after extensive testing some issues may arise after release. Such issues are often addressed via mini-patches directly after a release and in subsequent patches. If you feel that the possibility of encountering minor issues or bugs directly after a Version Update affects your gameplay to an extent that Entropia Universe is not enjoyable, please wait until the mini-patches have been released and any last minute issues have been resolved.

VU 18.11 March 18, 2025
Entropia Universe 18.11 Release Notes
New Features
  • Added three new Immersive Non-player Characters. These characters hand out Daily Missions:
    • Alice Laurent
    • Boris
    • Lauren Ashford

Changes
  • Added Teleportation Token Blueprint (Unlimited) back in stock at the Space Mining Terminal
  • Added Recycling Scrip Blueprint back in stock at the Space Mining Terminal
  • The following blueprints no longer drop from crafting:
    • Teleportation Token Blueprint (Unlimited)
    • Recycling Scrip Blueprint
  • The territory dropdown is now disabled on the Meta Challenges tab
  • The Codex now opens to your current territory if challenges are unlocked. If not, the last unlocked territory will be selected
  • Heightened quality and intelligence of all SENSE characters' AI models
  • Adjusted Universal Ammo rewards for all Immersive Non-player Characters' daily missions
  • Improved Immersive Non-player Characters' ability to embark players on new missions and discuss new missions, with minimal context on past missions and discussions

Fixes
  • Fixed an issue that prevented Space Mining skills from being extracted
  • Fixed an issue that prevented buffs from applying when using a Capital Ship Turret or an Attached Mining Laser
  • Fixed a bug where the audio for the spaceships shifted pitch when traveling between server areas
  • Fixed an issue making Zyn Rucksacks appear fully repaired but could not be refined
  • Fixed critical hits for attached weapons not displaying correctly
  • Immersive Non-player Characters Long-term memory now retains important details when prompted
  • Pressing the “X” button in the AI mission tracker UI will now untrack the mission

Known Issues
  • The Mining Pioneer is unable to equip Mounted High-Powered Mining Lasers. This will become available in an upcoming patch

MindArk and the Planet Partners strive to ensure a smooth and problem-free Version Update. Nevertheless, even after extensive testing some issues may arise after release. Such issues are often addressed via mini-patches directly after a release and in subsequent patches. If you feel that the possibility of encountering minor issues or bugs directly after a Version Update affects your gameplay to an extent that Entropia Universe is not enjoyable, please wait until the mini-patches have been released and any last minute issues have been resolved.

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