BALL x PIT Final Free 'Naturalist' Update Releases August 6

By Larson Bin Joy, Senior Writer Published Aug 3, 2026, 1:49 PM UTC 1 min read

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BALL x PIT Final Free 'Naturalist' Update Releases August 6

Developer Kenny Sun and publisher Devolver Digital have announced that the final free content update for BALL x PIT, titled “The Naturalist,” will launch on August 6, 2026. This update follows the game's initial release in October 2025.

Quick Facts

Update Name: The Naturalist
Release Date: August 6, 2026
Platforms: PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2
Key Additions: Two new characters, 11 new balls, and five new passive abilities

The update introduces two playable characters: the Ballbearer and the Hoardy Hoarder. Alongside these additions, the base-building survival roguelite will receive 11 new balls and five new passives to expand the current gameplay pool. The development team released a teaser trailer to showcase these upcoming features ahead of the August 6 release.