The latest update for Lords of the Fallen brings in quite a new features, including shared co-op progression and a Friend’s Pass.
CI Games has announced that a major new update for Lords of the Fallen, dubbed Version 2.0, is out now. Referring to the update as a Definitive Edition for the game, CI Games has also released a new trailer, which you can check out below. The update is headlined by quite a few new features.
The biggest addition to Lords of the Fallen with its Version 2.0 update is the fact that the game now supports full shared progression when playing in co-op. Available for up to two players at a time, both players part of a co-op campaign will now keep their progress moving forward. Players will also have the option to play standard co-op where the progression isn’t shared, however.
As part of the new shared progression system, players will also be able to support each other in more ways, such as by being able to revive each other when they are downed. They will also be able to get 100 percent vigor and loot in online session. Along with this, the game also supports cross-play through password matchmaking. The new co-op system is available through automatic matchmaking as well as pre-made parties with friends.
To further help the new co-op system, Lords of the Fallen now features a free Friend’s Pass that players can use to play with their friends that don’t already own the game. While a player using the Friend’s Pass will not be able to play the full game solo, they will have access to the full tutorial area in single-player. All progression and loot will also be saved between sessions, and a Friend’s Pass player can also play multiplayer with various friends across different sessions.
The core combat has also gotten more refinements. Building on the changes that were brought in with Version 1.7, the Version 2.0 update brings in improved weapon responsiveness, smoother evasions, and an upgrade to the lock-on mechanic where players will get prompts for Grievous Strike. For more details on all of the changes, check out the full patch notes below.
Full Shared Progression Co-op
Embark on a seamless co-op journey with Shared Progression Co-op!
- Both players now save all mainline progress.
- Join a fellow lampbearer via automatic matchmaking or adventure with a friend (must be on the same New Game playthrough and have defeated a similar number of bosses, within a margin of one).
- Option to play standard co-op without shared progression.
- Both players can revive each other, collect 100% vigor, and loot in all online sessions.
- Full crossplay support via password matchmaking.
Free Friend’s Pass
- Invite a friend to join your adventure with the Free Friend’s Pass!
- Friends without the full game can play the entire adventure by your side for free across all platforms.
- Single-player access to the character creator and full tutorial area.
- All character progress and loot saved between sessions.
- Play with different friends across sessions.
Refined Combat & Movement
Building on V1.7 improvements, V2.0 delivers the most responsive combat and movement yet:
- Enhanced Combat Mechanics: Improved weapon responsiveness, upgraded lock-on with Grievous Strike prompts, and smoother evasions.
- Improved Combat Audio: Upgraded audio feedback for every clash, parry, and block.
- Faster Soulflay: Quicker Soulflay for more effective combat.
- Smoother Movement: Refined turning and running animations for greater control.
Lamp Guidance
Lost in Mournstead? The new Lamp Guidance mechanic reveals the path to your next Vestige, lighting your way through the winding paths.
Character Creator Overhaul
Craft your ideal Lampbearer with an upgraded Character Creator:
- Improved facial options, textures, and body shapes for more realistic male and female avatars.
Dedicated Jump Button
Navigate Mournstead’s chasms with a Dedicated Jump Button:
- Jump anytime, anywhere, without sprinting, for precise platforming.
UI Overhaul
Experience a streamlined, modernized UI for easier navigation:
- Cleaner menus and smoother transitions.
- More intuitive navigation across inventory, settings, and map screens.
- Revamped Tutorial and Guidebook
- New to the Umbral realm? Our onboarding is now smoother than ever:
- A revamped tutorial with user-friendly prompts for smoother onboarding.
- An all-new guidebook to revisit prompts anytime.