Stunlock Studios has just unveiled the first gameplay trailer for V Rising’s highly anticipated Update 1.1: Invaders of Oakveil, arriving April 28th as a free update for all players on Steam and PlayStation 5. With over 5 million copies sold, V Rising continues to expand its dark, immersive world of vampire survival, now plunging players into the mystical Oakveil Woodlands, a once-beautiful forest twisted by dark magic.
Check out the official gameplay trailer for the upcoming DLC from the Stunlock Studios Youtube Channel down below:
At the heart of the chaos lies Megara, the Serpent Queen, a new boss enemy whose venomous followers—the Venom Blades—have descended upon the corrupted woodlands. Players will explore this new biome, battle fresh enemy types, and uncover the secrets of venom sap, a powerful resource with both magical and alchemical properties.
This update is packed with significant gameplay additions. Players can now build Castle Arenas, complete with custom rules for PvP duels or team battles—without risking gear or progression. It's the perfect feature for testing skills and strategies or challenging friends in style.
Three new weapon types: Claws, Twinblades, and Throwing Daggers have been introduced, each offering distinct playstyles. Additionally, seven new spells bring more depth to combat, including an ultimate ability tied to Megara’s mysterious shard necklace.
Vampire customization also gets a major overhaul. The Blood system sees a rework, including a new Corrupted Blood type and the Blood Homogenizer, allowing players to mix blood traits for a personalized combat boost. Pair that with the Ascended Alchemy system, and you’ve got new elixirs that affect far more than just raw power.
On the gear front, the Fusion Forge lets players combine or refine weapons and jewels, putting the power of optimization directly in your hands.
Castle life isn’t left behind either. Players can now craft from chests, customize production lines using electrical routing, and outfit their homes with lavish décor via the Eternal Dominance Pack, a new DLC priced at $19.99 / €19.99. Expect golden cages, luxurious coffins, and dark royal touches that fit your vampire lord lifestyle.
V Rising: Invaders of Oakveil launches April 28th, promising a richer, more strategic, and more customizable vampiric experience than ever before. Will you be joining in the fight and feasting upon the blood of your enemies?
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