- Update 8.9.0Latest
"Making Waves" update 8.9.0
- Swimming: sprint-swim and attack while treading water.
- Two new specializations: Strategist and Orienteering; craftable and tradeable maps; expanded sniper rifle and grenade launcher abilities.
- A progression wipe is planned before the 1.0 free-to-play launch; the paid Early Access period runs at $14.99 with a $24.99 upgrade tier.
For buyersA wipe before the 1.0 free-to-play launch means account value resets — and no verified vendor market exists for Stars Reach.
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FAQ
What is the latest Stars Reach patch?
The latest update we track is Update 8.9.0, "Making Waves" update 8.9.0, released October 30, 2026. The full list is on this page, newest first, and we re-check it regularly.
Where can I read the official Stars Reach patch notes?
The full notes are published by the developer: MassivelyOP: Stars Reach Making Waves. Each patch on this page also links the sources we used.
How far back does this Stars Reach patch history go?
It covers the major updates from October 30, 2026 onward, 1 patches in total. Small hotfixes are left out unless they change trading or buying.
We summarize from the developer’s announcements and name the outlet when a detail comes from a single report. Found an error or a missing patch? Tell us, and see our editorial policy.