Valheim 1.0 Launches September 9th With New Biome and Console Support
Valheim officially exits early access on September 9th with its 1.0 release. The update introduces the final Deep North biome and expands to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. Full cross-platform multiplayer will be available from day one, with a price increase to $29.99.
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Everything I saw on my trip to Valheim's final biome, the Deep North: from ghost vikings to rampaging moose
Iron Gate announced that Valheim will launch its version 1.0 update on September 9, introducing the new Deep North biome. This final biome features a cold, snowy environment with new hazards, creatures like Barka and hostile Gammeltrolls, and the ability to tame and ride moose. The update also includes quality-of-life improvements to the build menu and new dungeons.
After half a decade, Valheim 1.0 finally has a release date
Valheim will officially launch out of early access on September 9, 2026, after more than five years. The 1.0 update will introduce a new biome called the Deep North, featuring frozen environments and new challenges. Developer Iron Gate has been providing progress updates for years, and the game is available on Steam.
Valheim hits full release in September
Coffee Stain Publishing and Iron Gate have announced that Valheim will launch its full 1.0 release on September 9th for Windows PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The update will include the new 'Deep North' biome and feature crossplay across all platforms. Creative Director Robin Eyre expressed excitement for the game's full launch after its early access debut in 2021.
