update · June 28, 2025
Gloomwood Research Update Adds Huntsman Abilities and Passive Bonuses
Gloomwood's Research Update lets players unlock permanent passive bonuses, research Huntsmen for life-detection, and encounter dynamic world changes.
The latest Gloomwood update expands the research system, moving availability to the lighthouse and adding new creature studies, permanent passive bonuses, and evolving world encounters.
Research System Rebalance
Research unlocks as soon as you reach the lighthouse. Monster part jar labels are easier to read, and certain serums, including the Bat Barber serum, support multiple doses.
Huntsman Research and Permanent Passives
Players can research the common Huntsman enemy type. Completing this research grants a life-detection ability letting you see life anywhere you can look, alongside the ability to blend in with other Huntsmen. Research grants permanent passive bonuses tied to specific enemies: Crowman research provides a holstered speed speed boost, Bat Barber research increases jump height, and Goatman research grants damage reduction.
Dynamic World Progression
Returning to old areas after reaching specific story points reveals changed weather, music, and new enemy encounters. You might find a Goatman stomping around The Fishery, Bat Barbers in The Caves, or Huntsmen drinking at The Tavern. These new encounters appear once and do not respawn.
New Arsenal Additions
The update introduces a new ammo type, new voice lines, and the ability to turn off the power to the Hive.
Why this patch matters
This content drop deepens Gloomwood by tying permanent rewards directly to combat documentation while making the world react dynamically to your progress.