Details ofLost Ark’s latest major update have been announced, highlighting the many changes and additions coming to the game when the patch goes live on September 28.Lost Arkplayers will finally get their hands on the new high-tech Machinist advanced class, the circus-themed Kakul-Saydon Legion Raid, new progression events, as well as the usual general updates and bug fixes.
Amazon Games' free-to-play MMORPGLost Arkhas been a resounding success for the publisher in stark contrast to thetroubling launch ofNew Worldjust under a year ago. With origins as a hit 2019 Korean MMORPG, Amazon Games broughtLost Arkto Western audiences earlier this year and immediately rose to the top of the Steam charts. To keep the game fresh for its players,Lost Arkfrequently adds new gameplay elements and features through major updates.
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The main draw of the update is thenew Machinist advanced classforLost Ark’s Gunners, which features unique futuristic Iron Man-like armor, machine guns, drones, and lasers. The Machinist uses its arsenal of modern weaponry to charge up its Hypersync identity skill, which allows the Machinist to suit up and unleash devastating attacks that drain its Hypersync core energy. Machinist gameplay will revolve around building up to the transformation followed by expending the energy, resulting in a straightforward and powerful gameplay style.
Another key feature of the update is the introduction of anotherLegion Raid forLost Ark, Kakul-Saydon. Players will battle the Mayhem Legion and its commander, Kakul-Saydon, in the Midnight Circus. The new raid stands out from previous raids as it requires just four players, with a required Item Level of 1475. Players can also enter an easier version of the raid, Midnight Circus: Rehearsal at Item Level 1385 in order to practice the mechanics and strategies necessary to take on the real deal. Additionally, a special training feature is available that lets players practice the various minigames encountered during the Kakul-Saydon raid.
A new progression event, the free Punika Powerpass, will help newer players and alternate characters catch up by rewarding Item Level 1302 gear. The Punika Powerpass is a limited-time event that expires on October 26. Characters between Item Level 1302 and 1415 can also be designated to participate in Special Event Missions, where they’ll be able to quickly obtain Item Level 1415 equipment. The first round of server merges will arrive with thismajorLost Arkupdate, as well as other changes such as the removal of the AFK Kick feature and the ability to report player mail such as scam attempts.
