V Rising is back with its biggest update since Gloomrot, and it’s a game-changer. Invaders of Oakveil brings a brutal new biome, reworked combat systems, and more endgame depth for vampire fans hungry for fresh content.
Whether you're into PvP brawls or castle-building perfection, there’s something here for you. With the full launch creeping closer, V Rising patch 1.1 is the perfect excuse to rise from your coffin and reclaim the night. Here's everything you need to know before it drops.
When Is The V Rising 1.1 Oakveil Update Release Date?
The Invaders of Oakveil update for V Rising is scheduled to drop on 28th April 2025, at 9 AM PDT / 12 PM EDT / 5 PM BST / 6 PM CEST. Stunlock Studios is bringing a ton of new content and changes, with the deadly Oakveil Woodlands being the biggest expansion since the Secrets of Gloomrot.
The update will be live across all servers on PC and PlayStation 5. You can expect there to be a short maintenance window before the patch drops. To know exactly when V Rising 1.1 goes live in your timezone, check out the countdown timer below.
What’s New In V Rising 1.1 Invaders of Oakveil?
The V Rising 1.1 update will bring a ton of fresh content and enhancements to the vampire survival RPG. Most notable is the new biome, Oakveil Woodlands, a lush forest north of Silverlight, untouched for centuries until invaded by warriors loyal to the Serpent Queen, Megara.
As expected, this region will introduce new enemies, including a gauntlet of V Blood bosses wielding forbidden alchemy and venom-based powers, culminating in a fearsome Shardbearer fight that unlocks a devastating shard and legendary item recipe.
The combat system is also getting its most significant overhaul yet, featuring a deep stat rework, rebalanced gear, and new customization tools for greater build flexibility. Blood types are revamped, with Worker Blood boosting resource yields and Creature Blood enhancing health and speed, while rare types like Mutant Blood become more accessible.
In addition to this, new weapons, including venom-infused blades, and expanded spell options further diversify playstyles. PvP is also expanding with new risk-free modes: Dueling allows one-on-one challenges anywhere outside named POIs, and Arenas let players build customizable combat zones within castles.
The late-game Fusion Forge crafting station will also enable you to combine gear stats for perfect endgame builds, while castle-building will see new cosmetics and quality-of-life upgrades to spruce up your vampire lair. This update promises to deepen V Rising’s core experience without altering its essence.
Check out the official reveal trailer for a sneak peek of what you can expect!
That's everything we know about V Rising patch 1.1 right now. As you can see, there's loads of exciting new content to sink your fangs into. If you’ve stepped away from your vampire castle for a while, now’s a good time to jump back in!
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