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Once Human console release and Isles of Abyss expansion

Overview

NetEase Games and Starry Studio have released the free-to-play supernatural open-world survival game ‘Once Human’ on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Originally launched on PC in 2024, the post-apocalyptic RPG features cooperative gameplay, base building, and resource collection within a 256 km² world.

The console versions include technical features such as 4K resolution and support for cross-play and cross-progression across PC, console, and mobile platforms. The PlayStation 5 version utilizes DualSense haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, while Xbox players receive exclusive perks through Xbox Game Pass.

Following the console launch, developers provided specific details regarding the ‘Isles of Abyss’ expansion. On October 19, the expansion was officially released across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Android, and iOS. The update features maritime regions inspired by tropical environments altered by Stardust contamination and introduces underwater exploration and new characters like the captain Malla.

As of October 22, the ‘Isles of Abyss’ update is live, introducing a ‘Sea-Land’ gameplay system that connects terrestrial exploration with oceanic survival. Players can explore four distinct maritime zones: the Cursed Mist, Black Tide, Time Rain, and Skyfire Stone. The expansion features a ship construction system for building vessels ranging from small boats to massive, mobile ‘Sea Fortresses’. Additionally, the update introduces a kaiju-scale deep-sea titan boss encounter known as ‘The Sunken Lord’.

Entities

NetEase Games · Once Human · Starry Studio · Xbox Series X|S · PlayStation 5

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    NetEase Games releases Once Human Isles of Abyss update

    NetEase Games has released the Isles of Abyss update for Once Human, introducing mobile sea bases, underwater ruins, and a massive kaiju-scale boss known as The Sunken Lord.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    NetEase releases Isles of Abyss expansion for Once Human

    NetEase has launched the Isles of Abyss expansion for Once Human, adding oceanic maps, customizable sea vessels, and cross-platform play support.

  3. [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    Once Human announces Isles of Abyss expansion for October 22

    NetEase Games and Starry Studio announced the Isles of Abyss expansion for Once Human, launching October 22 with new ocean regions, ship customization, and cross-platform play.

  4. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Once Human launches on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S

    The survival game Once Human has launched on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, featuring cross-play support and an upcoming major ocean-themed expansion titled Isles of Abyss.

  5. [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    Once Human launches on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S

    NetEase Games has launched ‘Once Human’ on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, featuring 120 FPS support, cross-progression, and a major ocean-themed expansion arriving in October.

Sources

appbank.net · comicbook.com · compgamer.com · console-tribe.com · edn.dk · game.watch.impress.co.jp · gamespark.jp · gigamaus.de · invenglobal.com · lacremedugaming.fr · onemoregame.ph · pizzafria.ig.com.br · prtimes.jp · uagna.it · webdisclosure.com · xboxdynasty.de · xboxera.com

This summary has been updated 3 times: see revision history