Housemarque has officially released the Zenith update for Saros on PlayStation today, October 19, 2026. This content drop is available to all existing owners at no additional charge, providing a significant expansion to the core experience for both new players and long-time veterans. The studio has focused this release on increasing player agency, offering more ways to tailor the difficulty and pace of the action to suit individual preferences.
New Modes and Gameplay Features
The update introduces several major additions to the game, most notably the Overlord Rush mode. This mode allows players to compete for high scores on integrated global leaderboards, providing a fresh competitive angle for those who have mastered the base game. For those looking to revisit the campaign with increased difficulty and new challenges, the update adds a New Game+ mode titled Eclipse Layers. This mode allows players to unlock additional story content as they progress through the campaign again, offering a reason to return to the world of Saros.
Customization remains a primary focus of this release, with the addition of 20 new modifiers to tailor the difficulty of runs. Players can now utilize 10 new Protection Modifiers and 10 new Trial Modifiers to adjust their experience to their preferred playstyle. These modifiers allow for granular control over how damage is mitigated or how specific challenges are presented during a run.
Accessibility and Quality of Life
Housemarque has also implemented new accessibility settings designed to assist players during intense combat sequences. These features include a Slow Game Speed option, which helps players react to enemy attacks, and an Auto-fire setting to reduce the need for constant button holding. These tools are intended to make the high-octane combat of Saros more approachable without compromising the core design of the encounters.
| Feature Category | Details |
|---|---|
| New Game Modes | Overlord Rush, Eclipse Layers (New Game+) |
| Modifiers | 10 Protection Modifiers, 10 Trial Modifiers |
| Accessibility | Slow Game Speed, Auto-fire |
| Pricing | Free for all players |
- Overlord Rush: Features integrated global leaderboards for competitive play.
- Eclipse Layers: A dedicated New Game+ mode for story progression.
- Accessibility: New settings allow for reduced game speed and automated firing.
- Modifiers: 20 total modifiers added to customize difficulty.
These additions provide players with more control over their gameplay, whether they are looking to climb the leaderboards in Overlord Rush or experience the narrative through the new Eclipse Layers mode. The update is live now on PlayStation platforms and is available to all players immediately.
