| Setup | v0.218.9 FPS (Ashlands fight) | v0.218.15a FPS | Change | |-------|-------------------------------|----------------|--------| | RTX 3060 + Ryzen 5 5600X | 47 | 53 | +12.7% | | Steam Deck (LCD) | 32 | 36 | +12.5% | | Xbox Series S | 41 | 43 | +4.8% |
Many server administrators reported crashes every 60–90 minutes post-Bog Witch. The culprit was a in the new NPC spawning code for the Swamp. In v0.218.15a, Iron Gate has refactored how the Bog Witch’s zone spawn system interacts with server ticks. Result: Server uptime has dramatically increased. Initial tests show a 94% reduction in spontaneous crashes.
Several hairstyles have received visual adjustments for better quality and aesthetic, including Castellan , Painter Curls , Pulled Back Curls , and Tidy Curls .
Since specific patch notes for this exact incremental build aren't in the mainstream public record (Valheim patches often move quickly through experimental branches), this post is written as a article, focusing on the typical content of late-stage Early Access patches: biome tweaks, build system improvements, and performance optimization.
: Catapults and battering rams now take 15% less self-damage when operating on uneven terrain. QoL and UI Enhancements Valheim v0.218.15a
represents the official release of the highly anticipated Ashlands Biome Update , entirely reshaping the endgame meta of Iron Gate Studio's brutal Viking survival game . Released after extensive public testing, this definitive patch introduces a hellish, volcanic ecosystem to the southernmost edge of the world map, bringing over 30 new weapons, massive siege mechanics, and entirely new environmental survival rules. 🌋 Entering the Ashlands: Environmental Mechanics
: Console commands have been streamlined, including the new setfuel command to instantly fill nearby lighting structures.
: You can combine Flametal weapons with Gems (Bloodstone, Iolite, or Jade) to add blood, storm, or nature-based magical effects.
: Heavily fortified structures scattered across the biome containing valuable endgame loot. | Setup | v0
Valheim v0.218.15a: The Definitive Guide to the Ashlands Update
No Valheim patch is complete without a visit from the exterminators. v0.218.15a addresses some persistent headaches:
Settings are now stored on a per-user basis and sync to the cloud, resolving issues where users on the same console shared settings.
Players can now mine Flametal and combine it with rare gems at upgraded crafting stations to forge legendary weapons with unique elemental archetypes: : Imbues weapons with blood-based magical traits. Result: Server uptime has dramatically increased
Under the tab, ensure "Always keep this game updated" is selected.
: Over 30 new weapons, including maces, axes, and bows. Many can be upgraded with gems (Bloodstone, Iolite, Jade) to add magical effects like blood, storm, or nature damage.
A new "Pixelated" upscaling method is now available, catering to players who enjoy a retro aesthetic or need to squeeze out more performance.
: To conquer this realm, you'll need to lay siege to Charred Fortresses using two new Siege Machines to break through their defenses.
Perfect for launching payloads from a distance to collapse towers and wipe out defensive walls. Legendary Magic & Weapon Enchantments