Greetings, Scavengers!
Following our last playtest in April (thanks to everyone who participated), we wanted to give you a quick update on what we’re currently working on and what’s coming over the next weeks and months.
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First Pre-Alpha Playtest of 20264 min read
Greetings Scavengers,
the time has come: the next Persist Online playtest is just around the corner!
Start Date: Tuesday, 7. April 2026 – 04:00 PM (CEST)*
End Date: Sunday, 12. April 2026 – 11:59 PM (CEST)
*Please be aware that the scheduled start time of the playtest is subject to change. Join our Discord or follow us on Social Media for more information.
Developer Update: Questions and Answers (02/2026)10 min read
Greetings, Scavengers!
Over the past months, many of you have reached out to us with great feedback and suggestions, as well as plenty of questions about Persist Online and its development.
To provide more transparency, we’ve gathered some frequently asked questions and suggestions and answered them in this blog. We hope this gives you a clearer look at recent development decisions and the future we’re building together.
We truly appreciate your curiosity and engagement, and we are looking forward to even more input from you—our community.
Developer Update – New Feature: Nodes5 min read
Greetings, Scavengers!
With today’s developer update, we’re happy to introduce a new feature for Persist Online: Nodes.
Nodes will allow players to gather “pristine items”. These items can be recycled in the Safehouse into lucrative amounts of raw materials for your tasks. Lets have a closer look into Nodes and how they work in the game.
The Great Overhaul: Combat Depth, Enhanced Visuals and Performance Gains7 min read
The apocalypse has changed. This update is not just about fixes or tweaks — it is about evolution.
Every corner of Persist Online has been touched, from the way you fight to the way light moves across the ruins of Ashwater. Weapons now have true identity, zombies are more dangerous and unpredictable, and the entire world runs smoother thanks to a complete graphics overhaul and countless under-the-hood improvements.
This is a big step forward for Persist Online!
Inside a Zombie’s Brain: Enemies of Persist Online7 min read
Greetings, Scavengers
The open world of Persist Online is not defined by ruins alone. It is defined by the enemies that inhabit every street, forest, and stronghold. Some are beasts defending their territory, others are organized human factions, and many are the restless undead that never truly disappear.
Each enemy type plays a role in shaping the world. They react to your actions, they occupy specific areas, and they determine how far you can push into new regions. Today we want to share an overview of these enemy groups and, as the title suggests, take a closer look at what goes on inside their heads.
Skill System Overhaul: From Forced Paths to True Options5 min read
Each player can access a wide variety of skills in the game, such as the turret shown below. We have decided to make substantial changes to the current system.
The Karma of Combat: A First Look at Persist Online’s New PvP System5 min read
The world of Persist Online has always thrived on tension, unpredictability, and the ever-present danger that another player might strike when you least expect it. Our vision has always been an open PvP world – where every encounter carries risk. But with our new PvP system, currently in development, we’re adding depth, consequences, and a touch of justice to the chaos – without dulling its edge.
Note: None of the mechanics outlined here are final and may change before release.
NPC Overhaul: More Style, More Strategy4 min read
Greetings, Scavengers!
In Persist Online, every encounter contributes to the immersive and challenging experience that defines our game. Our latest update brings a focused overhaul to NPC behavior – enhancing both their visual variety and combat tactics – to create more dynamic and engaging encounters.
Our Testing Strategy5 min read
Greetings, Scavengers!
Before we dive into the details of our testing strategy, we want to share a personal note from our two creators. When Tom and Ben began working on Persist Online in their spare time – shortly before the pandemic – they had a simple vision: create a game inspired by the spirit of early MMORPGs, where players make meaningful decisions and truly explore a vibrant world.