Update Overview and Stability Fixes
On November 1, 2026, the developers of holoVillage released a new update for both Steam and Switch2 platforms. This patch focuses primarily on technical stability and refining the user interface experience. Players who frequently utilize lightning-based weaponry will notice a significant improvement in game stability, as the development team has successfully addressed a recurring crash issue triggered when chaining these specific weapons. This fix should reduce unexpected application closures during intense combat encounters where multiple lightning effects are active simultaneously.
Additionally, the update resolves a persistent UI error that affected the equipment stat display at the Anvil. Previously, players reported inaccurate or missing information when attempting to view item statistics during the upgrade process. With this patch, the Anvil interface now correctly reflects the intended equipment stats, ensuring that players can make informed decisions when modifying their gear.
HUD Visibility Adjustments
The update also introduces specific changes to how the HUD hide mode functions across different input methods. To prevent accidental activation during gameplay, the developers have removed the HUD hide mode from controller inputs. This change ensures that players using controllers will no longer inadvertently toggle their interface off during combat or exploration.
Despite this removal for controllers, the functionality remains accessible through other means. The following table outlines the current status of HUD visibility features following the November 1 update:
| Platform/ | HUD Hide Mode Status |
|---|---|
| Controller Input | Removed |
| Steam (F2 Key) | Available |
| Photo Mode (All Platforms) | Available |
It is important to note that these adjustments do not impact the Photo Mode, which retains its full suite of features on both Steam and Switch2. Steam users who prefer to hide their HUD for screenshots or cinematic gameplay can continue to do so by pressing the F2 key on their keyboard. These changes reflect a targeted effort to streamline the user experience while maintaining necessary accessibility for content creators and those who prefer a cleaner screen layout.
- Fixed crash related to chaining lightning weapons.
- Fixed equipment stat display issue at Anvil.
- HUD hide mode removed from controller input.
- HUD hide mode remains available on Steam via F2 key.
- HUD hide mode remains available in Photo Mode on both platforms.

