After updating Valheim, one player was left devastated when their sizeable base crumbled before their eyes. Since its launch in 2021, Valheim has become a popular survival sandbox game known for its procedurally generated world filled with diverse biomes, ranging from picturesque plains to eerie swamps. As players progress through the game, they must gather resources to construct essential tools and shelters, such as huts or larger bases. Like many other survival games, Valheim receives frequent updates, some of which introduce seasonal events or even new areas to the game world. As an early access title, Valheim continues to receive a steady stream of updates, including the upcoming Ashlands and Mistlands.
Upon updating Valheim, players must take into account the game's procedural generation and the ever-changing world. A TikTok user, treylox6704, shared a clip of their floating base crumbling to the ground after an update altered the landscape. As Valheim doesn't allow for floating structures, the update likely removed the ground underneath the base, causing it to collapse upon the player's arrival. Other players have also experienced disappearing bases due to terrain alterations after updating. Commenters expressed frustration and concern over the stability of early access titles like Valheim.
Survival games like Valheim often elicit a sense of attachment from players towards their in-game creations, especially buildings that serve as a safe haven from the dangers of the game world. While Valheim is still in its early access phase, the release of a stable 1.0 version remains uncertain, with potential plans for a 2023 release. However, with the upcoming Summer Game Fest, Valheim players may finally receive an update on the game's full release, giving them a clearer expectation for when they can experience a more polished version of the game and avoid potential mishaps in the future. Valheim is currently available on PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.
