update · August 20, 2026
Icarus Update Adds Tier 3 Metal Weapon Rack and Stacking Grenades
The latest Icarus update introduces the Tier 3 Metal Weapon Rack, increases grenade stack sizes to 10, and fixes the mission drill electricity state on Dry Run. It also lays the groundwork for upcoming content on Elysium.
Icarus has received a substantial update centered around base customization, inventory adjustments, and extensive performance optimization.
New Equipment and Crafting
The Tier 3 Metal Weapon Rack is now craftable on the Machining Bench using aluminium pipes and screws, offering increased durability and zero flammability compared to the wooden variant. All grenades now stack up to 10. The bestiary now includes laser weakness traits for radioactive creatures.
Mission and Fixes
The mission drill electricity state on the Dry Run canyon expedition now updates correctly, preventing stalls on reconnect. The server browser now displays the game version in the upper left and aligns lists centrally. Chocolate cake deployables and piece collection now function normally.
Audio and Visual Optimizations
Ambient and weather audio across rain, hail, and biome ambience have received massive optimization passes. Icon updates have cleaned up the look of coal, gold, and sulfur resources to reduce visual similarity. Tundra biome files and stone fireplace collisions have also been adjusted.
Legendary Launcher Adjustments
The legendary launcher received notable balance tweaks, including an increased weight of 7.5kg up from 2.5kg and a decreased launch force down to 3500. Explosive damage resistance is now capped at 75% instead of 99%, and durability is set to 10,000 for 100 total projectile shots.
Why this patch matters
This patch delivers much-needed inventory quality of life alongside extensive audio passes and preparation for upcoming map content.