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Sneak Peek: Post-Launch Major Update 1

Bootstrap Island · Community Announcements · May 21, 2026

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Sneak Peek: Post-Launch Major Update 1 - Cumulative Days for Unlocks

In Post-Launch Major Update 1, we’re introducing a major evolution to the Progression System.

Unlocking new tools and items will now be tied to your total cumulative days survived on the island. Every day you survive becomes a persistent resource that contributes toward future unlocks.

This change makes progression less punishing, encourages to take more risks, improves early-game flow, and makes each run feel meaningful - even when things don’t go according to plan.

So even unsuccessful runs will still contribute toward long-term progression and experimentation.

But that’s not all! Stay tuned for more content coming in Major Update 1, including new features and new dangers lurking in the night.

Thank you, and see you on the island! The Bootstrap Island Team 🌴

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Performance Questions & Solutions:

If your PC meets the system requirements, you should not experience major performance issues. Render resolution should not exceed 100% in SteamVR and/or Quest Link.

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