patch · May 4, 2026

Out and About Patch 0.2.13 Introduces Invasive Species and Sustainable Harvesting

Patch 0.2.13 for Out and About adds invasive species, penalizes overharvesting, and revamps plant regeneration mechanics.

Out and About receives a major environmental overhaul in patch 0.2.13. The update introduces new mechanics that curb aggressive gathering and promote rotation across different plant nodes.

Invasive Species and Quests

Invasive species now spawn in the world, accompanied by a dedicated Invasive Kit and a new introductory quest. Players must visit the B&B and end the current day to trigger the appearance of these new species.

Plant Regeneration and Gathering Penalties

Harvesting rules change fundamentally. Plants now require regeneration time after being picked, respawning and becoming harvestable again only after the market resets. Overharvesting now incurs a direct penalty to encourage sustainable gathering practices across multiple patches.

Interface and Bug Fixes

Harvesting minigames gain an option to hide the recipe list, and photo saving can now be disabled entirely. Foraging patches display unique particles if previously interacted with, and card positions on the harvesting screen are shifted. The update also fixes photo mode direction prompts for tall subjects, repositions an underground Broadleaf Cattail patch in Elder Moor, links opening customization music volume to settings, and corrects camera detection for Morel Mushrooms in Upper Whispering Pines.

Why this patch matters

Patch 0.2.13 shifts the game's economic rhythm toward conservation and planned foraging, forcing players to diversify their routes instead of draining single patches.