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Hytale Update 3: Animal Taming, Cursebreaker Chapters & More

Fabian3 min18 February 20265 Views
Hytale Update 3

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Hytale Update 3 has arrived just one month after the Early Access launch.

This patch adds some of the most requested features to the game. From animal taming to a new story structure, here is what you need to know.

Update 3 Key Points

  • Animal Taming: You can now befriend creatures and use them as mounts.
  • The Cursebreaker Arc: The story will now unfold through content chapters.
  • New Tools: The Sickle allows for much faster crop harvesting.
  • Server Tools: The Anchor UI system lets owners add custom screen elements.
  • Movement: Climbing and side stepping mechanics have been overhauled.

Animal Taming and Mounts

The wildlife in Orbis is now more than just a resource. You can now earn the trust of friendly animals.

  • Taming: Use favorite foods to tame creatures.
  • Interaction: You can pet, feed, and care for your animals.
  • Mounts: Horses and camels are now rideable for faster travel.
  • Multiplayer: This encourages players to build shared stables and farms.

The Cursebreaker Story Chapters

The developers are changing how the story is delivered during Early Access.

  • Chapters: Large content drops will follow the Cursebreaker arc.
  • Roadmap: This system will guide the game toward its final release.
  • New Content: Each chapter brings unique story elements and challenges.
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Survival and Movement Upgrades

Several changes make daily survival and exploration feel more fluid.

  • Sickles: This new tool harvests large fields of crops in one swing.
  • Climbing: You can now rotate and side step while on ropes.
  • Crafting: Many early game recipes now craft instantly.
  • Pacing: These changes help new players get started much faster.

Anchor UI for Server Owners

This is a major update for the modding community. The Anchor UI system gives server owners more control over the player experience.

  • Custom UI: Add new elements directly to the player screen.
  • Overlays: Create map displays or status bars for custom game modes.
  • Identity: Use these tools to make your ZAP server stand out.

Technical Improvements

Update 3 also focuses on the technical side of the game.

  • Performance: Fixes for memory leaks and world streaming.
  • Stability: Changes to keep servers stable with high player counts.
  • Localization: Support added for Brazilian Portuguese and Russian.

Start Your Adventure Today

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Fabian

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Fabian

Level 2 support & game integrations

Fabian brings new games to ZAP-Hosting and writes about shooters, simulations, space games, Palworld and ARK, as well as all titles outside Steam.

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