Once Human News

Since the launch of The Way of Winter scenario, we've been listening closely to feedback from all Meta-Humans. Based on your suggestions and our own gameplay tests, we've held in-depth discussions and made careful adjustments to improve the scenario. After the June 5 update, we'll release an upgraded version of The Way of Winter, marked with the "Update Test" tag. Here are the details of the update:

Thermal Tower Construction Rules Updated
Thermal Towers are now considered large structures that can be built within your territory. You can share their effects with other players via permission settings. They no longer take up large amounts of space in the wilderness.

Extreme Weather Rules Updated
Extreme weather will now spread gradually across the wilderness as the scenario progresses. In each phase, new extreme weather effects will appear—not just temperature changes, but special regional effects that bring different survival challenges. If players don't deal with the extreme weather in time, the temperature impact will spread to nearby areas.

New Large Public Structure: Chaosium Hub
You can use a special item called the Chaosium Heart at Chaosium Hubs to reduce the level of extreme weather in an area. You can also summon the Chaosweaver and defeat it to dispel the temperature effects. Doing so will completely remove the extreme weather for that phase. Also, you can spend Raw Chaosium at Chaosium Hubs to gain special regional buffs to help you survive harsh environments.

Scenario Ending Updated
All Meta-Humans will face extreme weather together. Your actions throughout the scenario will determine which ending is unlocked!
Work together to overcome the challenge and bring hope to the Snowy Realm!

Other Improvements
Improved the temperature-related prompts and transitions between regions, making it easier for players to understand and respond to temperature changes.

This update to The Way of Winter focuses on significantly enhancing the survival experience and adding more strategic depth to extreme weather mechanics. By improving how temperature control and weather systems work, we aim to deliver a more immersive survival challenge.
All other gameplay features—such as story tasks, dungeons, and Public Crisis Events—remain the same, which means the core of your The Way of Winter adventure is unchanged.
We invite all Meta-Humans to try out the updated Way of Winter. The update is still in development, and we'll continue to improve it based on your feedback. We also look forward to hearing your thoughts on the difficulty and system design through the community and in-game feedback channels!

Dear Metas

Greetings!

We have detected that due to a system data malfunction between May 28 and May 29, your character may have abnormally acquired game items (event check-in rewards) beyond the expected amount.
To ensure fair gameplay for all Players, we will implement the following solutions:


For affected Meta-Humans,

1. If the abnormally acquired items are Insufficient compared to the normal threshold, we will provide corresponding item compensation.
2. If the abnormally acquired items fall within the normal threshold range, you may keep them without any action required.
3. For portions where the abnormally acquired items significantly exceed the normal threshold, we will reclaim these items by June 9.


We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused!

If you have any questions regarding this solution, please contact us anytime via the in-game feedback platform.

The Once Human Project Team

Dear Metas,
Greetings! We're thrilled to announce that the Once Human Custom Server - Community Server will launch its early access trial on June 5. This marks not only a bold step in exploring a new game mode, but also a key milestone in building a diverse, player-driven ecosystem together with all of you. Let's take a closer look at what the custom server is and address some of your most frequently asked questions.

[h3]Ⅰ. What Is the Custom Server?[/h3]
If you're unfamiliar with the concept of a community server, here's a quick explanation:
The custom server is essentially a player-managed rental server. Meta-Humans can rent servers and customize their gameplay settings to create unique experiences. Once a server is activated, others can join. This model is common in many popular games worldwide and is designed to support players' desire for autonomy and variety.
As a global title, Once Human has always listened closely to player feedback. We've heard your wishes to "be your own GM" and craft a one-of-a-kind world—and the custom server feature is our answer to that call, built to support truly personalized play.

[h3]Ⅱ. Why Is It Called the Custom Server?[/h3]
The custom server is a realm created by our partner V for all Meta-Humans. V envisions it as a platform for players to set their own rules, connect freely, and explore endless possibilities—empowering you to build your own version of Once Human.

[h3]Ⅲ. Build Your Own Custom Server[/h3]
In most games with community server features, players are required to rent servers themselves and go through complex setup and configuration processes. To make it easier for Meta-Humans to set up and use their own servers—while avoiding common issues associated with third-party rentals such as security vulnerabilities, unstable performance, lack of maintenance, and complicated configuration—we've chosen to offer official server rentals. With complete end-to-end management, we aim to deliver a more reliable and user-friendly custom gameplay experience.
Compared to official servers, running a private server for personal use can incur higher additional costs. That's because Once Human is a complex online game that requires each private server to handle full logic processing, open-world calculations, and data storage. Yet most of these servers host only a small number of players, resulting in high average usage costs. To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, we've decided, after internal discussions, to offer these rentals at cost price, with no markup, allowing Meta-Humans to access professional-level services at a reasonable cost.
After renting a server, you will enjoy:
Diverse adjustable parameters: You can freely customize various settings and enjoy in-server privileges with ease.
Higher-quality server resources: We've optimized server performance to reduce lag and speed up loading for your best experience.
Secure and stable official support: Our team will provide dedicated maintenance and technical support to quickly address any issues during your rental period.
We will also continue optimizing server costs to bring down rental prices over time.

[h3]Ⅳ. Custom Server Rules[/h3]
1. Rental Guidelines
1) The entry point for renting a custom server may vary depending on the game version or platform partner.
2) Different rental packages offer various durations and maximum player limits. Choose the package that best suits your needs.


2. Server Data Rules
1) Custom servers do not support scenario sign-up or data migration. Each character is bound to a specific server.
Characters from official servers will not appear in custom servers.
When a server is reset, characters will retain their original nickname and customization settings, but all other data will be erased. Modified server parameters will remain. To fully reset your server settings, please use the "Reset to Default" option.
When the server host switches scenarios, the server will reset and Meta-Humans will need to create new characters to continue playing.
When a server rental expires, it enters a frozen state where all data is preserved and can be restored upon renewal. If it remains expired for over 30 days, the server and all associated data will be permanently deleted.

2) In the current version, custom servers and official servers are separated, with no data shared between them.
Monetization: Since this is an early-access trial, all monetization features and cosmetic asset transfers are temporarily disabled.
Progression: Items like Starchrom and mods will not carry over between custom servers and official servers.
Eternaland: Access is disabled and does not sync with official servers.

3) Meta-Humans can use character management features to delete unwanted characters.

5. Parameter Adjustment
1) Authorized server hosts can modify a wide range of parameters to control how the server plays.
2) In this early access version, the following scenarios are available: Manibus, The Way of Winter, and Once Human: RaidZone. Other scenarios are not yet available.
3) Most parameter changes take effect immediately; some may require a server restart. Please refer to the instructions.
4) Certain settings are tied to the type of scenario selected.

6. In-Server Permissions
1) The server host has access to a control panel where they can add items and execute various commands.
2)The server host can manage members via the member management page:
The server host can appoint admins, who will have the same management permissions.
Authorized admins can kick members or delete character data. Kicked members will face account-level restrictions. Deleted data cannot be recovered.
3) Each server supports up to 500 registered users. You can:
Enable automatic deletion of inactive characters to free up server space.
Or manually manage and delete characters as needed.
4) You can check the current server parameters via the server settings.

[h3]V. Early Access Trial Notes[/h3]
Early access trial period: After the June 5 version maintenance - June 18, 24:00
* The official trial version is expected to launch after the June 19 update.

1. Participant Details
This early access trial will adopt a limited sale + invitation-only model:
Each region will have a limited number of available server rentals. The details will be shown on the rental page.
We will offer free access to Meta-Humans who previously participated in co-dev events or are recognized community contributors.

2. Pricing Details
The early access trial will use trial pricing. Official pricing will be announced on the rental page once the full version is released.
If your purchase doesn't take effect immediately, try re-entering the custom server menu to refresh.
Renewals and package upgrades will not be available during the trial period and will become available once the official version is released.

3. Rebate Event
During the early access trial, any custom server rental fees you pay will be refunded in the form of Crystgin of equivalent value.
Refunds are expected to be delivered within 5 working days after the trial ends. Please keep an eye on your in-game mailbox.

4. Paid Content
To ensure the best possible experience during this trial, paid content features and asset sharing will be temporarily disabled on custom servers.
We plan to launch paid content features in the June 19 update. At that point, purchases made on official server accounts will be fully synced with custom servers. You'll be able to play and pay in either environment without needing to make duplicate purchases.

[h3]VI. Closing Remarks[/h3]
Finally, we want to be fully transparent with all Meta-Humans: as this is the first early access trial of the custom server feature, some features may still be incomplete, and unexpected issues may arise during the early stages. If you encounter any issues while playing, feel free to contact us at any time!
Our goal is to identify and fix issues within a real player environment. Every piece of feedback and every suggestion you provide will help us improve the custom server system.
Looking ahead, we plan to expand the customization options available on custom servers—such as custom gear, gameplay modifications, item sales, and more. A variety of powerful features are already under development. Through the gradual rollout of these advanced customization options, we hope each Meta-Human will be able to create their own one-of-a-kind Once Human world.
The custom server is not just a new way to play—it's an important step forward in co-creating a shared game ecosystem together with all of you. We're excited to begin this journey full of possibilities with you on June 5!

Once Human Operations Team

[p]Dear Metas,[/p][p]To combat cheating and the malicious exploitation of bugs, we have implemented the following measures:[/p]

1. [p]We will monitor the game for unusual behavior 24/7 and respond promptly to player reports.[/p]
2. [p]Players confirmed to be using cheats will face severe penalties, including long-term account bans.[/p]
3. [p]We place a high priority on fixing bugs and enhancing game security. Malicious exploitation of bugs will not be tolerated. After fixing a bug, we will retroactively penalize players who exploited it and reclaim any illicit gains.[/p]

[p] [/p][p]Below is a list of players recently penalized for severe violations. The accounts involved have been reviewed and confirmed to be in violation. For any questions, please contact in-game customer support.[/p][p][/p][p]1. Language violations[/p][p]From May 6th to May 27th, a total of 1728 players received bans of varying durations for language violations:[/p][p]30 days — 28 players[/p][p]7 days — 66players[/p][p]1 day — 1029 players[/p][p]2 hours — 605 players[/p][p](Due to space limitations, we do not provide the list of players banned for speech violations.)[/p][p] [/p][p]2. Use of cheats or hacks[/p][p]We will identify the characteristics of newly discovered cheats and use them for retroactive investigations. After banning an account, we will check if it has any associated "alt" accounts and ban those as well.[/p][p]The following is the list of players penalized for using cheats or hacks from May 6th to May 27th:[/p][p]* Server shown is where the ban was issued.[/p][p]3. Malicious exploitation of game mechanics to disrupt others (e.g., blocking roads with vehicles, intentional interference, obstructive building placement, etc.)[/p][p]Using loopholes in the game mechanics to break the rules or damage the game experience is not permitted. If you come across such behavior, please report it via the in-game reporting system or to customer service.[/p][p]Going forward, any verified malicious behavior that disrupts gameplay will result in immediate bans. We encourage all Meta-Humans to play responsibly and help us maintain a fair and enjoyable gaming environment.[/p][p]Below is the list of players penalized for maliciously exploiting game mechanics between May 6 and May 27, 2025. Due to space limitations, only ban records are displayed:[/p][p]Once Human Development Team[/p]

Dear Metas,
Since the official release of Once Human version 1.6.1, we have been gathering community feedback and actively addressing your concerns. Here are the latest and upcoming fixes:
1. Fixed an issue in the Endless Dream scenario where players would suddenly die upon becoming critically injured in a Nightmare Specs: Evernight area.
2. Fixed an issue affecting character animation after getting up from a bed.
3. Fixed an issue where the player sometimes could not sprint in Once Human: RaidZone.
4. Fixed an issue where Mirrored Corner Staircase and Mirrored Half-Pace Stairs skins did not match their original materials.
5. Fixed an issue affecting the appearance of some Teleportation Towers.
6. Fixed an issue where the Invincible Sun combat skill could pierce through walls in Once Human: RaidZone.
7. Fixed an issue where the 'Cannot be placed here' tip sometimes prevented the player from building in Construction mode.
8. Temporary suspension of the new Deviation system in Eternaland:
We are conducting a comprehensive overhaul of the Deviation system to improve its experience. Some optimized Deviations have already been deployed in the Early Access version of Once Human: RaidZone. Co-development testing for the new Deviations and Cradle systems in PvE scenarios is expected to launch in late June.
Recently, some players could access the overhauled Deviation system when entering Eternaland from Once Human: RaidZone. As the new Deviations are still unfinished and under development, this access will be temporarily disabled following the next update. Only the current Deviation system will be available on Eternaland until further notice.
We will continue to provide updates on the new Deviation system—including development progress, testing schedules, and confirmed changes—through official developer posts. Stay tuned!
Once Human Development Team