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Dungeon Defenders II — patch notes and updates

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The Festival of Hearts - Hotfix Patch2026-03-09SHOPAdded a feature that hides bundles/items you already own in the Emporium.New Etheria Essentials Pack bundle!: This bundle includes All Heroes, 4 Hero Slots, Max Bag Slots, Max Vault Slots, Shard Vault, and Material Vault.The new Etheria Essentials Pack is on sale (25% off) for 24 hours after you complete the campaign. This 24-hour sale also applies to players who have already completed the campaign.BUG FIXESFixed missing enemy schedules for lane spawners on Western Carnival (C11, Wave 3).Fixed an issue where Defense Upgrades were not correctly downgraded by the Protective Downgrade Servo on the Physical Wall defense.Fixed an issue where t
The Festival of Hearts2026-02-11Greetings, Defenders!We’re excited to announce that the Festival of Hearts event has returned to Etheria!Once again, defenders can visit Violet Marygold to obtain exclusive event rewards. This year, we’re introducing a new pet to the festivities: Angry Cutie! Don’t let the adorable looks fool you, this feisty little companion is bursting with cutiness… and attitude. This pet will drop on all expedition maps.The Festival of Hearts event will run through March 11. Be sure to join the celebration before it fades away once more.Returning Festival of Hearts Cosmetics Hunter Cupid Hunter Costume - 800 gems.Valentine's Accessory Bundle - 1280 gems.
The Fairy Tales Update - Chaos 11 (Hotfix 4)2026-01-08FixesFixed an issue where players were able to finish Embermount without killing the Phoenix.Fixed an issue where Assault on throne room had C10 enemies in C11.Fixed an issue where DrakenFrost resort had C11 enemies in C10.Fixed an issue where players were not able to obtain "the ramparts defender" and "carnival town defender" after reaching wave 100.Fixed an issue where abyss lord grasping stone shard was affecting the player.Fixed an issue where the last word axe was reducing HD instead of increasing it.Fixed an issue where the Comedy Empowerment Shard was equippable on every hero.Fixed an issue where the Haste Infusion shard 60% rate was w
The Fairy Tales Update - Chaos 11 (Hotfix 3)2025-12-16FixesCyborg's Physical Wall is now a blockade.Fixed Jester's Revenge C11 Incursion.Fixed C11 consecutive win loot.Disabled Winter Theme for gates and Town (PC still has Town), this does not affect the pet event.Fixed Jester bag icon.Fixed issue where C11 remained accessible after resetting.Fixed Harbinger Adventure.Added Witch Lane to Onslaught.Fixed Spec Ops skin icons and descriptions.Updated the value of Unique Range Servo to 45% (previously 145%).Fixed an issue where C11 loot wouldn't drop in OnslaughtFixed jack of all stats shard.
The Fairy Tales Update - Chaos 11 (Hotfix 2)2025-12-11FixesFixed Superswarm not being able to be soldFixed Plasma Defense system having incorrect Crit Chance and Crit DamageFixed The Last Word giving more HD than intendedFixed Haste Infusion not giving Defense RateFixed Ramparts C10 having C11 EnemiesFixed Water Boot C11 Upgrades being freeFixed Genie King boss fight not working on c11Fixed description for party popper modsFixed Dark Awakening not working on C11Fixed a broken survival shard entryFixed the wrong pet dropping on Carnival TownFixed Wrong canister dropping on Carnival TownFixed Names of new Golden Dragolich petsFixed THE BOOMFETTI gun not being legendaryFix for split screens not bei
The Fairy Tales Update - Chaos 11 (Hotfix)2025-12-10FixesConfettiplosion Chip - now has 100% chanceChrono Chip - 55% to 65%Chrono Servo - 35% to 45%Added Jester to valid heroes for Single Chip, Triple Chip, and Quintuple ChipWitchSpeed Buff Increased from 35% to 50%.Added Attack Speed increase of 25%.Summon Cooldown reduced from 20 to 10.Summon Time 2 to 1 second.Increased damage by 15%.Increased Heath by 15%.BunnyCursed Range increased by 50%.Increased heath by 50%.Increased Damage by 25%.Increased Speed from 650 to 700.Fixed Demon layer c10 spawning c11 enemies.Fixed Harbinger Warship not working on C11.Fixed Jester Head having the wrong description.Fixed Wyvern Den incursion not working on
The Fairy Tales Update - Chaos 112025-12-09Fairy Tales of Dragonfall UpdateWe are very happy to launch the 'Fairy Tales' update for Dungeon Defenders 2. This update includes a lot of new content, such as C11, a new map with a boss fight, a new hero (The Jester), new skins for the Defender Pass, new shards, titles, pets, and more!The JesterA trickster from a realm of pure chaos, the Jester wields enchanted cards, volatile toys, and carnival-born machinery that bends fate to her whims. Her arrival turns any battlefield into a dazzling, dangerous performance.Primary Attack - Basic Staff AttacksSecondary Attack – Hammer Boomerang: Throws a hammer in a straight line, piercing all enemies i
The Harvest Moon Festival is back!2025-09-16Defenders, the chill of autumn whispers through Dragonfall once more: our beloved Harvest Moon Festival has returned! This update also brings a balance pass to defenses and several quality of life improvements to keep your battles smoother and more enjoyable.Farmer Tom and Event ConsumablesFarmer Tom has returned to Dragonfall, bringing back his fresh goods at unbeatable prices. But he’s still facing a dilemma... his trusty scarecrow has gone missing! (yes, again). Lend him a hand and help reunite them during the Harvest Moon Festival.He can be found in the Tavern and Town Hub, offering Harvest Bags once per day for 100 gold. Each bag contain
Dungeon Defenders 2 - Hotfix 07/16/252025-07-16FixesAdded cyborg to bag icons.Cyborg no longer gains heat while under the effects of Tidal Flow.Fixed Physical wall not taking damage from enemies.Fixed Flamethrower not deactivating when using another ability or placing a defense.Changed minimum required level of Cyborg's abilities/defenses.Fixed Plasma Burst shard descriptionFix for the Cyborg hypno bundle not unlocking for players that already own the hypno bundle.Fixed Corrupted King Aquarion not taking damage from some Cyborg abilities.Fixed an issue where players could kill the Harbinger using EV’s / Cyborg's hover to fly out of bounds and shoot him before the boss wave started.For Eth
Galactic Guardians Pt. 22025-07-07Today, we're pleased to introduce Galactic Guardians Pt. 2 to Dungeon Defenders 2. This update introduces a new technologically enhanced hero to join Etheria's defense. New Hero - The CyborgPrimary Attack - Cannister FireUnleash a torrent of projectiles from the cyborg's robotic arm.Secondary Attack - Micro Missiles Marks enemies with targeting beacons on hit. Activating this ability launches homing micro missiles that seek out and strike all marked targets.Passive – Adaptive ArmorAbove 50% Health: Gain +10% Hero Damage and Ability Power. Below 50% Health: Automatically regenerate health until fully healed. AbilitiesLaser Drone Companion A lo
Dungeon Defenders 2 - Hotfix 05/30/252025-05-30Fixed UFO Corgi Pet Cooldown Fixed Space Fox Head Description
Galactic Guardians Part 12025-05-29Galactic Guardians - Part 1 Today, we're thrilled to introduce Galactic Guardians Part 1 to Dungeon Defenders 2. Blast off into cosmic adventures with stellar new skins, titles, pets, and more! Prepare for liftoff, Defenders—the galaxy awaits! Galactic Guardians Defender Pass Costumes Galactic Princess Aquairan Space Fox Gunwitch Space Ranger Hunter M.A.R.T.I.A.N Engineer Galactic Guardian Flairs Space Helmet Galaxy Space Wings Space Visor Titles Void Scout Stellar Vangarud Starwalker Pets UFO Corgi Bug Fixes Fixed an issue where Aquairan's health bar remained visible even after death. Renamed the Restoring Ice Shard ability to Icebound Renew
Dungeon Defenders 2 - Hotfix 04/21/252025-04-21Fixes Improved some performance issues.
Defenders of Etheria is LIVE on Kickstarter!2025-04-03DoE is Live on Kickstarter! Defenders! We're proud to announce the Defenders of Etheria Kickstarter campaign is LIVE until May 18th! By backing the game on Kickstarter, you can take advantage of early-bird discounts, franchise-wide game and DLC bundles and earn backer-exclusive rewards for both Defenders of Etheria AND Dungeon Defenders 2! Miss our original announcement? Not to worry, we've included a short recap below, and you can find additional information on our Kickstarter page! What is Defenders of Etheria? It’s about time the Old One’s Army played defense! Enraged by the death of his father at the hands of the Harbinger, the Prince of
Halved Prices, Doubled XP!2025-03-29Greetings, Defenders! Your eyes do not deceive you, and no, this isn't an early April fool's joke. Begining this weekend, March 28th at 10:00 AM (EST) to April 2nd, you'll find almost everything in the Emporium 50% off, and you'll earn double Defender Pass experience! With Player Shops still tax-free until April 8th, we dare say there's no better time to play. Of course, if all these benefits still don't sate your dungeon-defending desire, be sure to check out the original Dungeon Defenders. You can find the game and its DLC up to 50% off until April 5th, and the Dungeon Defenders: Ultimate Collection sees its largest discount ever; a stagger
Zero Tax Player Shops Until April 8th2025-03-24Greetings, Defenders! Player Shops have been re-enabled in our most recent hotfix, and the merchants guild has waived the Etherian Tax applied to Player Shops for the next two weeks in celebration! We appreciate your patience and understanding while Player Shops were disabled. It's our mission to uphold the integrity and ensure the longevity of Dungeon Defenders 2, and—in addressing ongoing issues involving player trading—it was necessary to do so. Please enjoy this benefit on our behalf until April 8th. For Etheria!
Dungeon Defenders 2 - Hotfix 03/24/252025-03-24Miscellaneous Player shops have been re-enabled. Fixes Implemented a potential fix for equipment generating with a gear score of 1. For Etheria!
Announcing Defenders of Etheria!2025-03-17Greetings, Defenders! Today, we have something exceptionally exciting to share with you—a new game announcement; Defenders of Etheria! What is Defenders of Etheria? Defenders of Etheria won’t be your traditional tower-defense game (not that Dungeon Defenders was very traditional to begin with), but a cooperative, rogue-lite bullet-heaven with all the added charm and stoicism of your favorite mostly-silent protagonists! It’s about time the Old One’s Army played defense! Enraged by the death of his father at the hands of the Harbinger, the Prince of Dragonfall has enlisted Etheria’s mightiest heroes to lead a crusade against the Old One’s Army.
Dungeon Defenders 2 - Hotfix 02/21/252025-02-21Fixes Fixed an issue where players were able to upgrade an item beyond ‘Godly’. Fixed Aquarion Throne Room not spawning mini-bosses on Elemental Rumble. Fixed indestructible cores on Forgotten Ruins incursions. Fixed typos on some abilities, elemental candies, and flair descriptions. Fixed ‘Charged Shot’ shard causing an unintended, massive AOE on some staves. Fixed ‘Current Trade-Off’ Aquarion shard not removing the displacement effect from Whirlpool. For Etheria!
The Festival of Hearts2025-02-11Greetings, Defenders! Today—among the reactivation of Player Shops and a slew of bug fixes—we're introducing a new seasonal event; the Festival of Hearts! This modest, but nevertheless lovely limited-time event sees the introduction of Violet Marygold, a new vendor who sells event-unique consumables, as well as the introduction of the Cupid Hunter costume and Valentine accessories! The Festival of Hearts will run through March 11th. Additionally, with the reintroduction of Player Shops, we'll be holding a tax-free event until February 16th AND double Defender Pass XP over the weekend; February 15th and 16th. Violet Marygold's Valentine Shop E