New World has released update 1.9.1 today, April 11, 2023, and here is the complete list of changes and fixes. The update will begin at 11:00 PM PT (6:00 AM UTC) on April 11 as it kicks off the rabbit revenge event. The plague of the rabbits returns, only now, the rabbits are more dangerous than ever.
Other notable fixes and changes include expeditions, economy, progression, game modes, and weapons. Without further ado, let us check out today’s patch notes for update 1.9.1 New World.
New World Update 1.9.1 Patch Notes
Please be advised that the Season 1 end date is now scheduled for July 6.
With the update releasing slightly after intended, we've extended the window to ensure all adventurers have the time they need to claim their Season 1 rewards.
See you in Aeternum!
— New World (@playnewworld) April 11, 2023
World Experience
- Updated POI restrictions to ensure players can complete “Weaver’s Weave.”
- Fixed an issue that caused players to not receive “The Curse of Caer Dun” quest rewards upon completion.
- Fixed an issue that caused Free Camera to not deactivate after releasing its corresponding key (Left Alt) when entering Expeditions, game modes, or fast traveling.
Expeditions
- Fixed a rare issue that prevented players from defeating the Empyrean Forge boss.
- Fixed an issue that caused some of Commander Marius’s volcanic eruptions to hit players well beyond their visual edge.
- Fixed an exploit for the Empyrean Forge quest, “A Toymaker’s Request” and reactivated it.
Economy, Progression, & Gear
- Some items received unintended attribute perks in the previous update. Affected items will be re-rolled as part of this change. Some may even become Legendary.
- Removed several potential rewards from the Seasons Furniture Gift Chest loot pool obtained from the Season Pass free track.
- Fixed an issue that prevented Juniper bags from dropping.
- Fixed a naming issue with the Empyrean Gauntlets.
- Fixed an issue that caused refining resources to not properly count the full amount.
- Fixed an issue that prevented dyes from fully working on the following:
- Gaunt Tarnished armor skin
- Tattered Snatcher armor skin
Weapons
- Ice Gauntlet
- Fixed an issue that caused the Ice Pylon ability to get stuck in cooldown.
- Changed the perk Thwarting Counter back to Sturdy on the Cold Stone Ice Gauntlet.
New World Update 1.9.1 downtime will begin at 11 PM PT (6 AM UTC) on April 11 and kicks off the Rabbit’s Revenge event.
Hunt down Corrupted Rabbits for event-specific rewards!
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— New World (@playnewworld) April 11, 2023
Game Modes
- PvP Arenas
- Fixed an issue that prevented players from changing equipment while in the Arena Spectator Box.
UX/UI
- Fixed an issue that caused the ‘Flame Core Hoarder’ Journey task to not properly count each crafted item.
- Fixed an issue that caused Camp Skin previews not to appear in the Store.
- The default New World music now plays on the main menu.
New World is available for Microsoft Windows, while the patch notes are available on its official website.