- Jaws of Extinction - Redevelopment Active - 29 June 2026
Jaws of Extinction Redevelopment Has BegunShock horror, planning for the redevelopment of Jaws of Extinction has officially begun.There is nothing new to show just yet, apart from the original Unreal Engine 5 screenshots, which we still very much plan to use as the visual foundation for the project (see store screenshots). For now, this gives you an idea of how large the island of Eden-Nadir will remain until full development begins whist we look into world-partition, multi-player tethering and more.Hanouten will become a vertical slice of the world, we will use as a test bed, while we rebuild and refine the core world systems. A lot is going to change. You will see the return of gameplay elements that feel familiar, but some systems from the original version will not be returning.For example, systems such as washing and sanity are being re-evaluated, so are weather, the lighting and vi…
- Jaws of Extinction Lives On - 7 April 2026
For the communityWe want to take a moment to speak openly with our community.As many of you know, development on Jaws of Extinction has been paused. This was not a decision we made lightly. Quite simply, we ran out of funding and had to make a difficult call to shift focus toward a new IP, free to play title NightSpawn, in order to secure the resources needed to continue building the experiences we believe in.We understand that this has been frustrating, and for some of you, disappointing. You’ve supported Jaws of Extinction, invested your time, and believed in its future. That hasn’t gone unnoticed, and it hasn’t been forgotten.We want to be clear: we are not abandoning Jaws of Extinction. Our goal with NightSpawn is to create a path forward that allows us to return to Jaws of Extinction stronger and finish what we started.As a thank you for your support and patience, we’re offering so…
- Community BETA LIVE! - 28 May 2024
Hey all, We would like to thank you all for being patient with us, we know it has taken a while, but we are finally on the home straight. We are now opening up the doors to our Discord community, to start testing the Unreal Engine 5 version of Jaws of Extinction. Don't worry if you are not part of the test, we are only testing performance with the new UE5 lighting and other features. We want to make sure that updated features are performing well and get information before any full updates to the main game. If you are interested in joining the community beta, pop on over to our official Discord server. We will be opening the beta to more players with each update we release on the testing branch.
- 50% OFF - Open-world, Survival, Crafting FEST - 27 May 2024
Grab your copy of Jaws of Extinction at 50% off from now until June 3rd 2024 Get ready for the release of our Unreal Engine 5 release and at a bargain price. Checkout more information about Jaws of Extinction and BloodEater Games: Twitter (X): https://x.com/PlayJoeGame Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BloodEaterGamesStudio Website: https://playjoe.gg Discord: https://discord.gg/playjoegame
- The DEV team are Back! - 25 April 2024
Hello Survivors We’re back! First of all, we would like to give a quick summary of what has happened over the last year followed by an update on what’s being worked on right now. As many will have noticed, we have been quiet over the last year. We have been dealing with financial and legal challenges due to an investor. Thankfully, these issues are now behind us. Forthright remains as the Jaws of Extinction publisher while the game’s development is back in the hands of the original team. We are sorry for not being able to communicate these issues to the community while they have been happening. The hiatus was not really intentional, but rather the result of a great deal of uncertainty between all the parties involved. It was not clear what could and could not be communicated publicly. There are a few adjustments being made though. KYE Creations, the company which owns JoE, is now being…
- Steam Development Update #4: Infected Nests - 5 May 2023
Hey, Survivors! Enter a world of mystery and suspense, where every decision you make could mean the difference between life and death! Stay wary of more threatening locations - we’ve heard that the zombies have taken their toll on everything on the island of Eden-Nadir. We've also been listening to your feedback and are making changes accordingly. Changes and updates to expect: The team has been focused on making performance improvements this week for the UE4 version of the game, as well as continuing progress with some UE5 updates. UE5 updates: Nests are being upgraded. They can now take over entire houses. Nests are like hives which will continually spew out infected. The infected will keep coming out until the nest is destroyed - remember, they are highly flammable. The visuals of nests are being fully updated in line with the UE5 visual updates. Burn out nests to gain access to the…
- Alpha Version 0.4.19 Update Released - 28 April 2023
0.4.19.0 arrives today! Wrapping up this month, we’ve implemented a first look at the new skills system. Earning XP now offers major rewards that can improve your character. You can earn XP for all sorts of skills, such as rifles, lockpicking and trading. At certain key levels, you’ll be offered a choice of perks which will define the strengths of your character. Furthermore, almost all of the NPC cast have been revitalised, with all new voice over lines and facial animations. This update also contains heaps of updates, fixes and quality of life improvements. Take a look at what’s new below. Developer Comment: It would be advisable to start a fresh game as some mechanics, craftables and items may be bugged or not be available if using out of date game save files. NPC voicelines Our NPC cast are more alive than ever, with all new voiced dialogue and facial animations. • Added new VO, fac…
- Steam Development Update #3: UE5 updates, fixes and new features - 27 April 2023
Attention, Survivors The past few weeks have been full of exciting developments and improvements! As we work hard to bring you the best gaming experience possible, we’ve added several keyfixes to the current UE4 game version as well as a lot of new features. Test them out, and let us know what you think! Follow more of these updates under the #alpha-patch-note channel on Discord! Here’s what to expect for the future with UE5: New wave system, where waves break on the shores of the island and roll in from the open sea. Points of interest have received facelifts to complete rebuilds. We've been hard at work behind the scenes and are thrilled to share some thrilling images of UE5! An example of the lighting changes, adding to the ominous tone. Both interior and exterior lighting will benefit from the update. https://i.ibb.co/XYMR3Sx/0428.gif There are many secrets to find under the waves.…
- Steam Development Update #2: Changes to Roadmap, Unreal Engine 5, and Co-op - 24 April 2023
https://i.ibb.co/SNkqhLL/DevBlog2.png Hey Survivors! We know that many of you have been eagerly anticipating this news - we’re happy to announce that co-op will be arriving sooner than expected! Co-op development is now fully underway, with the intention of allowing you to play the game co-op with your friends. Coop is also a precursor to other multiplayer modes we’re planning on for the future. We’re not going to give firm dates on coop testing yet as we’re still relatively early in the process, but keep an eye on Steam, Twitter, Discord and our other social media for updates as they happen. Check out the details in the post below for how to be the first to get access to the new co-op mode! Why are we changing the roadmap? The news about coop does have a caveat regarding the upcoming Unreal 5 version of the game. We have pushed the release of the UE5 update back, following technical di…
- Steam Development Update #1: Map Changes - 14 April 2023
Hey Survivors! We’ve been consistently updating the game since the release of early access, and want to make sure our end product is as polished as possible. We have created patch notes in the past, but we want to present key milestones and impactful updates in a more digestible way. With this in mind, we decided to start releasing Steam Development Updates! Keep an eye out for future posts and always be on the lookout for what’s new! Here are some of the examples of what’s to come in the near future! What is to expect? We’ve come to you with some thrilling news regarding the improvement of current locations on the map, addition of season changes, as well as a new location to expect! Season Changes - Witness the 4 seasons changing the foliage around the map for picturesque views! Changes to the ocean itself - The new push and pull action of the waves Prime locations getting a makeover -…
- Update 0.4.18.0 - 3 April 2023
0.4.18.0 arrives today! It’s only been a couple of weeks since our last major update, but we’re ready to share our latest release with you. Easter is nearly here, so we’ve decided to celebrate with an in game event running all month. Participate in the Easter egg hunt to earn points. With enough points, you can claim your own exclusive themed outfit and matching bunny ears (details below)! Furthermore, this update unveils new first person animations as well as the integration of some new technology allowing us to add more life to our NPCs. The patch also includes a slew of new features, fixes, optimisations and improvements. Developer Comment: It would be advisable to start a fresh game as some mechanics, craftables and items may be bugged or not be available if using out of date game save files. Easter 2023 For those of us in the northern hemisphere, Spring has arrived! The flowers are…
- St. Patrick's Day Event - 11 March 2023
St. Patrick's Day celebration begins! Rumour has it that leprechauns can be found around Eden-Nadir. Maybe you'll be able to find one... The lucky finder will be able to trade the gold for bucks. Added • Fireaxe weapons are hidden at locations around the world. • Added new Paddy's Day Hats. Keep an eye on our socials to find out how you can earn one yourself in-game. UPDATED • Fireaxes can now be sold to weapons traders. • Gold bars can now be sold to all traders for a good profit. • Improved katana first-person attack animation • Rebalanced loot spawns in vehicles so as to not be quite so bountiful. FIXED • Fixed odd arms position in first person when attacking with an 'Old Glory' baseball bat • Fixed flashlight sometimes turning back on after closing the trader menu. • Fixed fast travel menu not closing with 'Esc', 'F', 'Tab' or 'Backspace' • Fixed window focus issues with the fast tr…
- Alpha Version 0.4.16 Update Released - 3 March 2023
0.4.16.0 is unleashed! This update is a game-changer, bringing a whole new movement and melee system along with it, as well as new and improved UI changes - featuring an entirely new main menu. With the new movement system, the player’s movement is significantly more fluid. The character will lean as they turn and intermediate animations smooth all your motions together. There are new movement features too - including rolling to break your fall… unless you drop too far where you will discover the new ragdolling feature. While springing, players can now slide to get away from danger. The full list of updates and features is below. In tandem with the updated movement is the updated melee system, featuring all-new animations for all melee weapons. What's more, weapons are now able to make even more of a mess when they slice off limbs. Devastate your enemies with new brutal finisher moves u…
- Valentine’s Day Event - 13 February 2023
Hello Survivors! I know we have no time for love with all the chaos we need to live through in the world of Jaws of Extinction, but as we celebrate Valentine’s day, we would like to do a small Photoshop contest. Edit any JoE screenshots to match the coming Valentine's day as a theme and submit your creations to the community-content channel in our Discord server. Winners will receive: 1st Place: Copy of the Game on Steam & The "Be my Valentine pack" DLC 2nd Place: Copy of the Game on Steam. 3rd Place: The "Be my Valentine pack" DLC We will also have a Twitter key giveaway! Please check the mechanics here: https://twitter.com/playjoegame/status/1625189773278351360 Here’s a sample output from us, please feel free to explore the funny side. Hint: Decoys Note: Not an actual in-game costume.
- Jaws of Extinction - Version 0.4.15.0a - 13 January 2023
Hey Survivors! We’re back with another big monthly update! As always, this update brings a ton of additions, optimisations, and fixes to the game. Everything included with Version 0.4.15.0a is below: ADDITIONS • Added new woodcutting system. Trees now fall over when you harvest them. The fallen tree will break apart into collectable logs. • Added crabs on the beaches. The system will soon enable you to capture animals for use (e.g. eating, breeding, etc). • Added Chickens to Backwater beacon. • Added rats in areas around Hanouten. • Added a new game tip system that will give the player tips on things in the player’s area. Tips can be turned off in settings. • New cliff slopes were added near the crashed boat on the beach. • Added additional tide breakers down the beach. • Added a cinematic camera system on the player’s camera. This will now blur focus on objects close to the camera. • A…
- Alpha Version 0.4.14 Update Released - 25 November 2022
0.4.14.0 has landed. This update is hot off the press with a new HUD design, extra building options and a brand new wetness and mud simulation system. Older systems have received some love as well, such as the foliage system, which no longer suffers from a performance hit while harvesting. We’ve tackled as many bug fixes and feature requests as we can for this update - so grab a warm beverage and take a look at what’s new below. Developer Comment: It would be advisable to start a fresh game as some mechanics, craftables and items may be bugged or not be available if using out of date game save files. UI Update As part of the new UI overhaul, this update features a redesign of the HUD and several other important UI elements. The new HUD is designed to provide a more streamlined user experience as well as a significant performance improvement over its predecessor. • Buffs and debuffs are…
- Alpha Version 0.4.13 Update Released - 24 October 2022
Halloween 2022 has descended upon Eden-Nadir in the form of a frightening new update. While some inhabitants of the island have tried to add some cheer to the occasion in the form of decorations across the world, there is something genuinely chilling that lurks in the bayou. It’s up to you to find it - and stop it - if you can. A new traveller has entered Backwater Beacon, you might want to speak with him first to get some details. For those brave enough to take on the threat, exclusive seasonal rewards are available. Alongside the spooky festivities, are a number of exciting updates. Chief among these are new expansions on the map into the city of Marlborough, a new STRV watch design for tracking your vitals, and a new music system. Furthermore, aplenty of bug fixes, optimisations and quality of life improvements have snuck their way into this update as well. Developer Comment: It woul…
- Halloween Event 2022 - 12 October 2022
What is lurking in the Bayou? It’s that time of year when spooky things start to happen on every street around the world. In Eden-Nadir, that’s no exception. People have heard noises from the bayou, great howling and the sound of splintering trees. There’s something in there… something big. This Halloween, you’ll have your chance to find out what it is. How the Event Works Between 24th October to the 4th November, you will have the opportunity to face that which lurks in the Bayou. To get started, you need to visit a certain monster hunter last seen moping around the Backwater Beacon safezone. He seems to know a bit about this thing in the bayou… even if he is a bit unusual. Before you can confront this new terror hiding, you will need to collect eggs from around the world. Not chicken eggs either - suspiciously large eggs. Collect enough of them and the hunter will tell you where to go…
- 0.4.12.12 Intermediate Update Released - 30 September 2022
Patch 0.4.12.12 is here! This latest ‘intermediate’ patch is an early update ahead of intriguing new content coming out in the near future. In this update, you’ll have access to major new developments on the map - including a whole new frozen expanse atop Eden-Nadir’s volcanic mountain range. The landscape updates are not just visual either - new optimisations techniques have also been integrated into the landscape system. We expect players bottlenecked on their GPUs to experience a reasonable boost to their rendering speeds. Additionally, companion humans and dogs have received a suite of new mobility improvements, including swimming and ladder climbing. You can build dog houses for pet companions which will become their natural home location. This update also includes a plethora of bug fixes, quality of life updates and optimisations. Developer Comment: It would be advisable to start…
- Alpha Version 0.4.12a Update Released - 2 September 2022
Patch 0.4.12 is here! There’s howling in the distance, beware. All new wolves and wild dogs stalk the land. At least you can feel safer with your own companion dog running by your side! This update includes new NPCs, updated lighting, new content, bug fixes, optimisations and more. Developer Comment: It would be advisable to start a fresh game as some mechanics, craftables and items may be bugged or not be available if using out of date game save files. Wolves and Dogs Step carefully, you might be entering wolf territory. All new wolves and wild dog varieties have been added to Eden-Nadir. Wild dogs normally pick over the remains of civilization and are often found around towns. Wolves on the other hand guard their territories fiercely out in the wild. Dogs and wolves operate in packs. When fighting, some of the pack may try and flank around you while others stand you down. Keep an eye…
