update · April 18, 2026
Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades Update 120 Experimental 16 Adds Lucky Looter
Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades update 120 Experimental 16 introduces the loot-focused Lucky Looter Take & Hold character. The patch also brings new Gameplanner tools and object manipulation features.
The latest experimental branch update for Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades tests a brand-new playstyle centered around scavenging rather than purchasing equipment.
Lucky Looter Take & Hold Character
A new Take & Hold character named Lucky Looter joins the roster. This variant is designed around gathering gear directly from the environment instead of buying it, supported by new Sosig and box looting systems.
Gameplanner and Object Tools
New Gameplanner tools are now available, including Signals Sosig Spawn Points and Signals Point Designators. Additionally, the object panel gains functionality to manipulate saved points in space for specific devices, and Signals devices now auto-hide when the pointer tool is put away.
Why this patch matters
Experimental 16 shifts core Take & Hold loops toward scavenging, giving players a fresh way to test survival mechanics.