A new The Infected update 23.0 patch notes are released for players. Since the last major update, players have been experiencing multiple issues and bugs Hopefully, today’s The Infected update 23.0 will address some of these issues and bugs.
Read what is new and fixed in today’s The Infected patch. Read the official patch notes below.
The Infected Patch 23.0 Notes- April 7, 2025
Additions:
- Save file stats now appear in both the main and in-game menus.
- New tutorial system added.
- New quest journal system added.
- New quest journal UI added. (This is where quests will live for future story mode updates.)
- New keybind for opening the quest journal.
- Added Sandbox vs. Story mode option in the game settings. (Story mode not yet implemented.)
- Added trader tech that allows crafting of Electrical and Mechanical Parts. (25,000 coins)
- Added “Take All” shortcut when looting POI containers. (Default key: T)
- Full Controller support added.
- New footstep sounds added.
Changes:
- Players now start at random locations.
- The ATV no longer spawns by default at the lighthouse.
- The ATV now spawns fully repaired at a random POI.
- Reduced number of Gas Barrels found at POIs. They no longer respawn.
- Significantly reduced number of bandages and medical items found at POIs.
- Bolts now reload automatically after each shot. No need to press R.
- In-game UI icons updated (i.e., interact prompts) to better support controllers.
- Crocodiles will now ignore swamp trees when moving.
- AI now has a chance to dodge incoming player attacks.
Bug Fixes:
- Fixed issue where upgrading a ceiling ramp to cement would incorrectly turn it into a foundation ramp.
- Fixed issue where multiple ore types could be toggled on extractors while powered off.
Download The Infected update 23.0 on PC.
