update · April 3, 2025
Icarus Update Introduces Opt-In Seed Harvesting and New Equipment
Icarus Week 174 revamps seed collection to clear inventory clutter, introduces new tiered harvesting tools, and shares development progress on the Great Hunts expansion.
The latest Icarus update shifts seed harvesting from an automatic drop to an opt-in mechanic, aiming to reduce inventory bloat from wild crops. Alongside this overhaul, developer Rocketwerkz has added new workshop items, early-game seed tools, and quality-of-life adjustments while sharing an internal status check on the upcoming Great Hunts expansion.
Seed Collection Becomes Optional
Harvesting wild plants or crop plots no longer automatically dumps seeds into player inventories by default. To collect seeds under the new system, players must utilize specific equipment or talents. The T1 Seed Extractor converts placed crops into seeds over a one-minute duration. Alternatively, players can use Progenitive Fertilizer on dirt mounds or crop plots, equip the new Sickle Threshing Attachment, or acquire the workshop Reaper sickle for higher seed yields. Two new player talents, Seed Master and Prolific Crop, are also available in the Cooking and Farming tree to boost yields.
General Improvements and Quality of Life
Several deployable and environmental adjustments arrive in this patch. The MXC Campfire fire capsule size is reduced, preventing players from catching fire simply by standing nearby. More items can now be placed on top of other deployables, such as tackle boxes, vases, and workshop heaters. Cave lights now switch off at 7 PM instead of 9 PM, and white or soft meat weight increases from 50g to 200g to match other meat types. Additionally, fluid ammo weapons now feature a progress bar display rather than raw shot numbers.
Great Hunts Expansion Status
Rocketwerkz reports that internal playtesting of the Great Hunts expansion is underway. Because the expansion contains over 40 new missions spread across three campaigns, the team is investing additional time into polish and refinement. This extra iteration work may result in a release delay to ensure quality standards.
Why this patch matters
This patch targets inventory management complaints by giving players direct control over when and how they gather seeds, while laying groundwork for more deliberate farming choices.