Corepunk 2025-2026 Roadmap
Important: These are devs plans and are subject to change depending on the situation and devs priorities. It will be announced them to outline Artificial Core intended release windows.
The full release of Corepunk is planned for the end of 2026. This roadmap outlines Artificial Core development journey from January 2025 through the full launch, including major content updates, new features, and the highly anticipated full wipe in Spring 2025.
2025-2026 Timeline
T3 Artifacts & Active Runes
Introduction of Tier 3 artifacts with dual stats, plus active runes tied to passive ability branches.
Key Features:
- check_circleDuo Stat T3 Artifacts with unique perks
- check_circleActive Runes tied to passive branches
- check_circleEnhanced character customization options
Hardcore Mode for Dungeons
Dungeons split into Normal and Hardcore modes, with full-loot rules applying only to Hardcore.
Key Features:
- check_circleNormal dungeons: Only inventory items drop on death
- check_circleHardcore mode: Full-loot (all equipped items)
- check_circleDifferent loot variations per mode
- check_circleInsurance keys don't work in Hardcore
Battle Passes, Prison Island Update & Season Start
Launch of the first seasonal event with ~10 Battle Passes across different activities, plus updated Prison Island dungeon gameplay.
Key Features:
- check_circleBattle Passes for all game activities
- check_circleUpdated Prison Island dungeon bosses
- check_circleSeason of challenges and rewards
- check_circleAll current ladders reset
- check_circleThemed rewards and cosmetics
Ability and Effect Tags System
Clear tagging system for all abilities and effects to better understand skill interactions.
Key Features:
- check_circleEvery ability tagged with specific categories
- check_circleClear interaction rules (e.g., Disarm blocks Physical Abilities)
- check_circleBetter tooltip information
- check_circleImproved build planning
The Depot Raid & Itemization
Major raid dungeon with 7 bosses and completion of the itemization system with T3 artifacts, active runes, and stat reforge.
Key Features:
- check_circleThe Depot: 5 sub-zones, 7 bosses (solo/duo/party/12-player raid)
- check_circleReforge Mechanics for Secondary Artifact Stats
Three New Battleground Modes
Expansion of PvP content with asymmetric team battlegrounds and FFA deathmatch.
Key Features:
- check_circleBomb Planting: Asymmetric attack/defense mode
- check_circleOrb Heist: Capture and deliver the orb
- check_circleDeathmatch: 16-player FFA with PvPvE elements
Advanced Chips & Ammunition
New weapon customization options with advanced chips and ammunition types.
Key Features:
- check_circleAdvanced Chips: New proc mechanics for weapons
- check_circleNew Ammunition types: Unique on-hit effects
- check_circleEnhanced character fine-tuning options
Open-World Systems & Economy Overhaul
Major updates to open-world gameplay, crafting, economy, and dungeon keys.
Key Features:
- check_circleLoot rebalance: Emphasis on player-crafted items
- check_circleCrafting and gathering improvements
- check_circleOpen-world private and public events
- check_circleRare dungeon key modifications and reforge
- check_circleNew huge Prison Island open-world location
- check_circlePvP/PvE mode changes (player choice, no forced PvP)
Guilds & Atlas Builder
Introduction of the guild system with up to 24 members, plus a powerful in-game character builder tool.
Key Features:
- check_circleGuilds: 24 members, 6 squads, 12-player company size
- check_circleGuild management interface and leveling
- check_circleGuild achievements and perks
- check_circleAtlas Character Builder: Full database, crafting integration
- check_circleSabbath Faction & Deciduous Forest biome with dungeon
The Dump Biome
New wasteland location featuring the Rusted faction and displaced soldiers.
Key Features:
- check_circleThe Dump: Scrap and ash wasteland
- check_circleRusted faction: Barbarian tribes in scrap armor
- check_circleDisplaced soldiers: Organized military force
- check_circleOpen-world dungeon access
- check_circleFaction conflict storyline
Guild Wars & Pirate Island
Territory control system with bases, strategic gameplay, plus a new tropical biome with undead pirates.
Key Features:
- check_circleGuild Wars: Territory control and base capture
- check_circleStrategic base development and NPC hiring
- check_circlePoints of Interest: Small, Medium, Large captures
- check_circleGuild Squad Management Interface
- check_circlePirate Island: Tropical biome with skeletal pirate army
- check_circlePartner Program improvements
Full Progression Wipe & Relaunch
A fresh start for everyone with a new economy, ranked seasons, and polished game systems. All cosmetic skins remain with players permanently.
Key Features:
- check_circleComplete server wipe with new economy
- check_circleRanked competitive seasons begin
- check_circleAll major systems polished and complete
- check_circlePossibly 1-2 new classes
- check_circleAll skins preserved permanently
Full 1.0 Release
The official launch of Corepunk with the complete set of classes, new game modes, and a massive content expansion.
Key Features:
- check_circleComplete set of all planned classes
- check_circleNew game modes and systems
- check_circleMajor content expansion
- check_circleRevolutionary MMORPG gameplay approach
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