: Players can now experience realistic weather phenomena, including vibrant rainbows appearing after heavy rainstorms.

If you're new to Sons of the Forest, now is an excellent time to join the community. The game is available on PC (via Steam) and consoles. Be sure to check out the game's official wiki and forums for tips, guides, and community discussions.

The shotgun has been removed from the Luxury Bunker.

If you own the game legitimately on Steam, your copy auto-updates — no need for RUNE releases.

As Jack reached out, the ground shook. This wasn't just a new craftable or a story paper—it was a key. The rune flared, casting long, distorted shadows of Armsy mutants

If you're looking for real game changes, the most recent major updates (as of early 2026) have included: New Building Options buildable rafts

"The Artifact," Kelvin repeated. "We have the Golden Armor, but we never found the control mechanism for the cube."