- Quick patch 1.6.3 - 18 September 2026
Hi All, we've been listening to the community and their issue with multiplayer connectivity. As a result, we've added LAN capability to the game. So now when you run a server, you should easily be able to connect to your own server. This change doesn't require you to do anything, it's all under the hood. So it should just work. Thanks for everyone's helpful comments.
- Quick patch 1.6.2 - 1 September 2026
We've been working on some important Multiplayer and equipment fixes this last week, and now they're patched. Our nest Focus is on LAN connections. Some players mentioned they were having problems connecting to their own server, and once we implement LAN connection, that should be resolved.Here are the fixes in this patch:You no longer lose Equipment or Armor when dying. Fixed permanently losing Packs. Fixed UPnP related bugs. You can now disable UPnP from the Run Dedicated Server screen.Fixed race condition that prevented users from hitting "start" button in multiplayer.
- Quick patch 1.6.1 - 19 August 2026
We've made some fixes to critical issues outlined by the community. Thank you for your help and patience as continue to improve the experience. You people are just awesome, and your feedback is helping the game get better every day. Here are some updates in this quick-patch:Fixed Items not showing up in the customize accordion when removed from the loadout.Fixed Weapon dupe bug that converted one weapon into another. (This was causing players to lose weapons with rarity)Visual Dupe bugBroken Terrain sectionsFixed God-ray crashes pt2Fixed figs CutsceneFixed some typos in the dscriptions.
- Dragonhold - Hotfix 1.6 - 15 August 2026
We'd like to thank the community and members like xscori for the sending in crash logs. We continue to work hard on stability and improvements.New & ImprovedServer UpdateYou no longer need to forward ports to start a server. Many members in the community found this cumbersome, so we've implemented an automated server traversal method.Just press "run server" in the tent under the dedicated server tab and you're all set. This is a huge improvement and should enable anyone to just run an MP server for themselves and their friends. Crash FixesWe fixed a bunch of crash-bugs thanks to the logs sent in. so the game should be significantly more stable.
- Dragonhold - Hotfix 1.5 - 11 August 2026
We'd like to thank everyone for the feedback and helping us improve the game. The team is working hard squashing those pesky bugs and improving the gameplay.New & ImprovedCrash FixesWe fixed a bunch of crash-bugs this go around, so the game is even more stable.ScoreboardThe Scoreboard (Tab button by default) now displays the connected players and their ping.Enemy BalanceDid a small balance pass on Vespo and Boars. They should be less dangerous for lower level players.Songspire FixesDemonlord interaction and audio fixedLocked building replaced with lootdrop areaNew Azat Skin: MidnightWe've added a new Skin for Azat. You can unlock the Midnight skin for ingame 25,000 gold.Free SkinsMultiple previously paid skins were made free, you can unlock with ingame gold.Bug Fixes / Small UpdatesFixed a number of Abilities that were not damaging enemies.Fixed the rings not damaging enemies.Fixed the…
- DRAGONHOLD 1.0 IS HERE! - 7 August 2026
DRAGONHOLD 1.0 IS HERE!This release represents far more than a change in version number. We have optimized major systems, redesigned key parts of the user experience, expanded the world, introduced new combat mechanics, improved enemies, added new missions and equipment, rebuilt progression features, and made it easier to jump directly into the content you want to play.We are incredibly grateful to everyone who played Dragonhold during Early Access, reported bugs, shared feedback, started discussions, and helped us shape the game.Welcome to Dragonhold 1.0.A Faster, Smoother DragonholdOne of our biggest priorities for 1.0 was improving overall performance.We completed a major optimization pass on the game’s AI systems, significantly reducing the performance cost of managing enemies, civilians, and other characters throughout the world.This is especially important because the world of Dra…
- Road to 1.0 - 3 July 2026
Hi All,Just a quick note that next month we are going to release version 1.0. We've made a lot of improvements, performance upgrades, and changes to the way the game plays. We're working on this now, and will drop the 1.0 update by early Aug at the latest. Mainly I wanted to pose this so you know that we're still here and that we're cranking away on improvements to Dragonhold.regards,Peter - Exis Team
- Dragonhold - Hotfix 1.4 - 17 March 2026
Been a while since we updated. We've actually done a ton of new builds and pushed them , but haven't outlined the changes in a post until now.New & ImprovedDragon AbilitiesWe've added the dragon abilities to the game, so now they're even more deadly.We may have mentioned this, but you can now use the scroll wheel to pull the dragon camera back if you like. Building Costswe reduced the cost of the Lair and the Garrison so you can access the other classes of warriors and dragons much faster.Crash FixesWe fixed a bunch of crash-bugs this go around, so the game is even more stable.Crash FixesWe fixed a bunch of crash-bugs this go around, so the game is even more stable.Unified ForgeThe forge now allows you to upgrade directly from the anvil (the same place you forge things). We will remove the interact point on the furnace in a future build.Voice ChatIf you're in a fireteam, it will automat…
- Dragonhold: The Ashen Dawn! - 26 December 2025
Did we just drop a major content update during a massive steam sale? OF COURSE WE DID! MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY HOLIDAYS :D Over the last few weeks, we've been working hard to make Dragonhold an experience the community can enjoy, and we've been listening intently to your thoughts. As such, we've removed microtransactions from Dragonhold. Even though it was only cosmetics, the community felt they didn't make sense while the game was in Early Access, and we agree. Additionally, we've updated the steam page to reflect the current state and play mechanics of Dragonhold, and posted a roadmap to show where it's headed. Our hope is that with support from the community, we can continue to develop and polish Dragonhold until it shines as bright as our vision for it!Check out all of the new content and fixes below for this huge holiday patch entitled "The Ashen Dawn". New & ImprovedMicrotransacti…
- Dragonhold - Hotfix 1.3 - 25 November 2025
Today's header highlights a run by community member Wilson, he's sporting the Hesh'a'din Sun-Master character paired with Raider class dragon Snite.We've been working on bugs and quality of life improvements in this latest path, he's a look:New & ImprovedGame PricingWe know many people are struggling and we've adjusted the game price to reflect that. The game is in EA, and we think the new lower price will allow more players to engage and enjoy the game we've built. Building PlacementNow when you destroy a building by pressing "delete" in the building menu, you are refunded the FIG building scroll, so you can re-enable the building upon placement. Crash FixesWe fixed a bunch of crash-bugs including one that happened right at start-up because of EOS issues. we've been working on stability since the start, and the latest patch is the most stable version so far, and we plan to keep trackin…
- Dragonhold - Patch Notes #3 - 18 November 2025
Today's header highlights a run by community member Wilson, he's sporting the Hesh'a'din Sun-Master character paired with Raider class dragon Snite.We've been working on bugs and quality of life improvements in this latest path, he's a look:New & ImprovedItem Descriptions in the Inventory ScreenNow when you mouse over an item in your inventory, a new box above the inventory slots will give you some info about what the item is what what it does. This will help identify things in your inventory. We may expand this to add more information in the future.Some aerial balancing The Finnik Sharponose flyers would tear into you as you fly across Aval, so we've reduced their rate of fire and hit-points, making them a bit more manageable. We'll continue to make improvements to enemies as we go.More Direction & Better UI FlowWe’ve improved audio cues to make mission objectives easier to follow, and…
- Dragonhold - Patch Notes #2 - 15 November 2025
We want to thank everyone in Discord and our Steam Community for tracking down and reporting bugs and pain points. We've been working to update some of the major concerns and setting a path forward!New & ImprovedMultiplayer Mission ProgressPreviously, anyone who joined a multiplayer mission late would not get credit for completing the mission. We've fixed this so everyone is credited and gets the mission UI updates.Intro Cinematic LoudnessWe've reduced the loudness by 20%, but we'll have another update that reduces it even further.Randomized MissionsInstead of playing missions in order, then becoming randomized, the mission cards in the hand of fate are randomized from the start. World State - "Old Wounds" MissionPreviously when you went to Arken Forest from Azarkeen, it would break Azarkeen upon your return; now the world state should be correct and the game won't bug out.This mission…
- Dragonhold - Patch Notes #1 - 13 November 2025
Since Dragonhold Launched, we've been working tirelessly to fix bugs, make improvements, and add new small features. Below are the highlights of those updates.New & ImprovedUnstuck ButtonWe've heard your feedback and have added an Unstuck Button to the Pause/Escape Menu. If you happen to find yourself stuck, click the Unstuck Button, and you'll be teleported somewhere safe.Balloon PoppingThe balloons you find in the skies over Azarkeen have mysteriously become pop-able. I've heard Dragon Fire is particularly affective against them.Dragon Camera ZoomYou can now control your Dragon's Camera with the mouse wheel. Skell WarrensIncreased the Skell Warren escape time to 30 seconds. Up from 15 seconds.Death UpdatesUpon death, you no longer lose your Equipped Weapons, Shield, or Armor. You still lose your gold, XP, Charms, Equipment, Items, Resources, and anything that isn't equipped. Internall…
- Game Launched Nov 10th - 27 October 2025
We're finally here guys! Come November 10th (2 weeks from now) we're launching into Early Access. We wanted to do a post outlining our roadmap. Mainly that the game is feature complete and that we plan to be out of early Access within 6 months.Why Early Access? “Dragonhold is feature complete, we've done optimization passes as well as balancing passes, but the most critical part of the equation needs more input: player feedback. When we released our demo, the player feedback and suggestions transformed the game over a 3 week period. We are counting on the community’s involvement to help make Dragonhold the best game it can be; and to that end We're committed to listening to you!” Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access? “Our goal is to release 1.0 within 6 months; but it depends on the community feedback. Our goal is to provide you with the best experience, all the time…
- Dev log / Update - 8/25 - 28 August 2025
We've made a lot of significant changes lately, things that dramatically alter the gameplay for Dragonhold in a positive way. The changes are far reaching and fundamentally change the experience. Instance Items: Previously, when you went on a quest/mission, anything you got during the quest was reset when you escape/ended the mission. They would automatically convert to gold or XP , or a combination of both. The new functionality changes this entirely, and now anything you find during a quest will extract with you. And to bolster this, we've added a ton of new items and equipment. Which leads to the next huge update: Forging/Crafting: You can use the fragments you've collected in the mission to forge new weapons, armor, magical mods, equipment, and tools that go into your permanent inventory. There are easily over 100 forge-able items, each with their own stats and functions.Dragon Land…
- Dev log / Update - 6/25 - 19 June 2025
During Nextfest we released a demo and got a ton of great feedback. It allowed us to improve so many systems and fix a lot of bugs. So first, we want to thank everyone who tried the demo and gave us critical feedback, you helped improve the game dramatically! Since then, we've been hard at work finalizing certain aspects of the game, and working to expand and improve other parts. Missions/Quests: We currently have 9 mainline quests for the player to complete, and they can be played co-op or single player. It's up to you! Each time you complete one of these missions, you earn an anchor stone, which will rebuilt a portion of Dragonhold castle. And each part of the castle you rebuild gives you a new ability. Hub / Base Building: We're working on expanding the building portion of the game to give players move freedom. Currently we have the pre-made buildings that you can place; each one unl…
- Dragonhold Stream - 19 September 2024
Watch as we play some quests from Dragonhold.
- Dev log / Update - 6 August 2024
I can't believe it's been so long since the last official update. The simple fact is we've been heads down working our tails off to make Dragonhold as awesome as we can. We've made some improvements that really help spice the game up. The Director: We've build an AI director to manage the enemies, bosses, and spawns, to make sure players are always engaged and have something new coming up. This director is going to watch the players and determine how best to challenge them as they play. You may be facing a horde, or a mini boss when you least expect it... so... uh.... expect it! Hub / Base / castle Building: This isn't your typical micro-management style base building. Players each get a hub world/island, and you're tasked with rebuilding Dragonhold castle. Each time you complete a mission, you get an anchor stone to shift a portion of the castle back into our reality. Additionally, you…
- New Screenshots - 21 February 2024
New Screenshots on the Dragonhold Steam page Dragonhold is heating up, and as we make progress on the game we love to share with the community. We've posted three new screenshots on the steam page that show some of the killer action that awaits you. Dive deep into an alcove and fight a fire breathing Lump, or ride high and take on the New Dawn Citadel with your friends. There's too many bad guys above and below, so get to work! Chop Chop... :D Check out the new screenshots, and join our discord to see a bunch of behind the scenes stuff. Join the Dragonhold Discord
- Developer Q&A - 22 August 2023
Who are we? Exis is a small indie team made up of developers from various studios. In the past, we've done a lot of AAA projects, but now we're focusing on making our own indie title, Dragonhold. We've always loved fantasy games, and wanted to create something unique for players to experience. We’ve drawn on our experiences from working on games like Fear 3, Bioshock Infinite, Xcom, Civilization and upcoming games like Delta force, to really dig deep into what makes Dragonhold special. At the end of the day, we’re a small team who loves the game, so we’re going to do our best to give you all something awesome. What is the game? Dragonhold is about movement. It’s about the freedom of flying over a vast landscape and challenging powerful opponents. We have two main game moves, PVP Supremacy, and PvPvE extraction. In Supremacy, it’s your team against another set of Dragon riders; with a tw…
