Summary
CI Games has released the major Version 2.0 update forLords of the Fallen, adding a free Friend’s Pass, shared progression cross-play co-op, an overhauled character creator, and much more. Since its release in late 2023,Lords of the Fallenhas received over 50 updates, with the developers eager to continue adding polish to the popular action game.
DespiteCI Games being hit with layoffsin the middle of 2024,Lords of the Fallenhas continued to thrive, with the developers releasing a steady stream of updates and fresh content for players to enjoy. The notoriously difficult soulslike is a successor to the 2014 title of the same name, and upon its release in 2023, it managed to sell over one million copies in its first ten days. Despite some reviews being less than enthusiastic at the start, a steady stream of fixes and updates has improved the game’s overall feedback, and the newest patch is bringing with it tons of new mechanics and player-requested features.
Rumors oftheLords of the FallenVersion 2.0 patchcoming in April have turned out to be true, with the update now live. The largest additions include shared progression cross-play co-op, a dedicated jump button, an overhauled character creator, modernized UI, and improved tutorials for new players. A new free Friend’s Pass will allow one player who owns the game to enjoy online co-op with another player who does not own the game, and smoother combat animations and improved weapon response makeLords of the Fallenfeel even more refined. While the update is now live for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S users, as well as those using Epic Games Store and Windows Store, the 2.0 update has been temporarily delayed on Steam due to a technical issue. It is unclear when this will be resolved.
Version 2.0 is just the newest in a long line of updates for the action game, withLords of the Fallen’s February patchadding more dynamic HUD options, something many players had requested. The update also added the ability for players to summon NPC helpers from the start of the game, rather than only being able to do so after one death. The developers welcome player feedback, and the community has been pleased with how quickly certain bugs and issues are addressed by the team.
CI Games is currently hard at work onaLords of the Fallensequel, which is currently slated to release in 2026. In a recently published roadmap from the developer, it was confirmed that full production is underway and the sequel will feature higher production values and a more “commercial art style and narrative.”
Lords of the Fallen Version 2.0 Patch Notes
Full Shared Progression Co-op
Embark on a seamless co-op journey withShared Progression Co-opwhere both players now save all mainline progress; join a fellow lampbearer in automatic matchmaking or journey together with a friend (needs to be on the same New Game playthrough and have killed a similar number of bosses within a margin of one). You also still have the option of playing standard co-op if you’d rather not share progression. In all online sessions, both players can now revive each other, as well as collecting 100% vigor, and loot. Crossplay is fully supported via password matchmaking, ensuring you can connect across platforms.
Free Friend’s Pass
Invite any friend to join your adventure with theFree Friend’s Pass! Players without the full game can experience the entire adventure by your side for free, across all platforms. They’ll have single player access to the character creator and full tutorial area, and will save all character progress and loot between sessions You’re free to play alongside as many different friends as you from one session to the next.
Refined Combat & Movement
V2.0 builds on the improvements already made in V1.7, with combat and movement feeling more accurate and responsive than ever:
Lamp Guidance:Lost in the winding paths of Mournstead? The newLamp Guidancemechanic will help light your way, a new feature that reveals the path to your next Vestige.
Character Creator OverhaulCraft your ideal Lampbearer with an upgradedCharacter Creator. We’ve improved facial options, textures, and body shapes for both the male and female options, to enable more realistic-looking avatars.
Dedicated Jump Button:Gain greater control across the chasms of Mournstead with an all-newDedicated Jump Button. Jump anytime, anywhere, without sprinting, for more precise platforming
UI Overhaul:Experience a morestreamlined and modernized UIfor easier UI navigation.
Revamped Tutorial and Guidebook:New to the Umbral realm? Ourrevamped tutorialoffers more user-friendly prompts for improved player onboarding, while an all-new guidebook allows you to revisit previous prompts at any time.
