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17 Sep 2026
News2026.4.2 - Bots, Menu Update & Fixes———25356397
In-game event · published 17 Sep 2026, 10:10:50 UTC
2026.4.2 - Bots, Menu Update & Fixes
Bots arrived as an experimental Custom Games option at the start of this season, and today brings some updates to them. With this patch they're enabled by default in Custom Games, and they're a lot smarter. They need a clear view of a Weak Point before calling anyone out, they no longer loiter around Boris once they've voted, and they can vault and climb their way through a chase like the rest…
NewsEvolution Season Follow-Up: Improvements and Fixes———In-game event
In-game event · published 9 Sep 2026, 15:04:26 UTC
Evolution Season Follow-Up: Improvements and Fixes
Evolution launched last week as our biggest update in a while, with a full engine upgrade under the hood, and you've been quick to tell us what broke along the way. This patch works through the issues you've reported most across performance, Legacy mode and the Space map, and adds a few improvements while we're at it. Improvements · The Decoy now sprints, so it's a much more convincing stand-in…
NewsEvolution Begins - Season 4 Is Here!———25103911
Major update · published 3 Sep 2026, 16:20:13 UTC
Evolution Begins - Season 4 Is Here!
Subjects, The Ritual is evolving. Something ancient has clawed its way out of the past - and the Game Master is only too pleased to let it loose. Season 4: Evolution charges in today with a prehistoric new Season Pass, alongside an expanded Game Master presence, revamped lighting across every map, clearer Role ability effects , our upgrade to Unreal Engine 5.8 , the Ranked Season 4 reset, new S…
A small update is now live, focused primarily on tightening up the Wild West and making several player actions feel less restrictive during movement. We've made a few changes to the Wild West layout to improve sightlines, reduce some of the quieter hiding spaces, and make the map feel a little more compact. We've also made Second Sight and the various player wheels usable while moving through t…
A new update is now live. This one is primarily a bug fix pass, clearing out a batch of issues you've reported - skin display problems, a pistol fire rate exploit, respawn placement on Circus, and a range of map exploits. Alongside the fixes, announcements have had a pass to make the game communicate more clearly: they're now printed in chat so nothing gets missed, the bottom text has been remo…
NewsSaddle Up - The Wild West Tournament Is Here———Esports
Esports · published 23 Jul 2026, 15:46:51 UTC
Saddle Up - The Wild West Tournament Is Here
The frontier is calling, and only the sharpest deceivers will make it out alive. We're thrilled to announce the Wild West Tournament for Deceit 2 - a multi-week showdown pitting the community's best against each other for glory, shillings, and one-of-a-kind rewards. From open Qualifiers to a nail-biting Finals, the best liars, sharpshooters, and survivors will battle across dozens of games to e…
A new update is now live, bringing a fresh round of balance changes headlined by the Shroud - its Duel ability is now available from the second Reality Phase & only during the day, alongside tweaks to the Vampire, Alien, and Voidstalker. On top of that, the Mid-Season Ranked Reset has arrived with rewards rolling out for last split's top climbers, our first Deceit 2 Tournament is on the horizon…
In-game event · published 2 Jul 2026, 10:01:06 UTC
Update 2026.3.3: Gameplay Fixes & Balance Changes
A new update is now live, bringing balance changes for the Sheriff and Shroud , new quality-of-life options, and a range of fixes focused on recent player-reported issues. This update adds an Aim Assist toggle for console players, new shortcuts for Inspection and marking Subjects , and several fixes for the Shroud Arena , Ghost Train , Gas Grenade , and other gameplay issues. We’ve also made a…
In-game event · published 19 Jun 2026, 10:03:55 UTC
DECEIT 2 - UPDATE 2026.3.2: QUICK CHAT
Subjects, We hope you’re enjoying life in the Wild West. This release brings a much-requested update to the chat system, shaped with help from the community. QUICK CHAT The suspicion system has been expanded, so when you suspect another Subject, you’ll now have the option to make a claim explaining why you think they’re suspicious. These claims, along with general messages, will appear in a new…
NewsDECEIT 2 - Patch 2026.3.1 - Wild West Fixes———23665098
In-game event · published 11 Jun 2026, 10:07:11 UTC
DECEIT 2 - Patch 2026.3.1 - Wild West Fixes
Dear Subjects, Following last week’s release of the Cowboy Pack DLC , we’ve rolled out Patch 2026.3.1 with a focus on improving the new content introduced in the update, including the Wild West map , the Shroud role , and the Cowboy Terror . This patch addresses several gameplay issues, map exploits, edge cases, and Shroud Arena problems reported by the community. Thanks to everyone who jumped…
DECEIT 2 - UPDATE 2026.3.0: COWBOY DLC & SEASON 3: WILD WEST
Subjects, The desert doesn't forgive, and neither does the law. A new gunslinger has tracked the ritual to its source, and he's not leaving until justice is served. Season 3: Wild West rides in today, bringing The Cowboy Pack - the new Sheriff Terror, the Shroud Curse and the Bear Trap Item - alongside the brand-new Bluff Gulch map, a wild west-themed Season Pass , the start of Ranked Season 3…
In-game event · published 23 Apr 2026, 12:58:26 UTC
DECEIT 2 - UPDATE 2026.2.4: BUG FIX UPDATE
Subjects, This update focuses on a range of important bug fixes and minor improvements across the game, alongside the end of the Easter event. Thanks to everyone who took part—we hope you enjoyed it while it lasted. Looking ahead, the Cowboy Pack DLC rides into Deceit 2 on June 4 🤠 This new content drop includes the Sheriff Terror, a new Curse Shroud, the Bear Trap item, and the brand new map…
NewsDECEIT 2 - UPDATE 2026.2.3: MID SEASON UPDATE———In-game event
In-game event · published 16 Apr 2026, 10:12:20 UTC
DECEIT 2 - UPDATE 2026.2.3: MID SEASON UPDATE
Subjects, The midseason update is here, bringing a ranked reset, new rewards for top players, graphical improvements, and a wide range of fixes across the game. FEATURED 🏆MID SEASON RESET The midseason reset is now live. Masters leaderboard has been reset, and Diamond 1 players have been reset to 0 points within D1, giving everyone a fresh push for the remainder of the season. New rewards are…
OVERVIEW Subjects, The Easter Event begins today, alongside major engine upgrades, performance improvements, and a range of fixes and gameplay improvements. FEATURED 🐰 EASTER EVENT Our limited-time Easter Event begins, celebrating the season with special rewards and themed cosmetics. Here’s how it works: · Play matches during the event to collect Eggs hidden around the maps. · Every Reality Ph…
In-game event · published 5 Mar 2026, 14:13:58 UTC
DECEIT 2 - SEASON 2: OUTBREAK
Season 2: OUTBREAK begins today, bringing a new Season Pass, the Wager Mutation, Ranked Season 2, and a complete overhaul of the end-of-game experience. FEATURED END OF GAME EXPERIENCE OVERHAUL 📊 We’ve given the end-of-game experience a major upgrade, making it easier than ever to understand what happened in a match and the impact you had in the ritual. The Timeline A visual breakdown of key m…
In-game event · published 19 Feb 2026, 11:36:48 UTC
DECEIT 2 - UPDATE 2026.1.4: NEW MUTATION + BALANCE UPDATES
OVERVIEW Subjects, Update 2026.1.4 introduces a new Mutation, balance adjustments across items and Terrors, and a small set of bug fixes. FEATURED 🧬 NEW MUTATION: LETHARGIC A new Mutation has entered the ritual: · All players’ controls become sluggish for 10 seconds . 🏆 RANKED REWARD UPDATE Based on community feedback, we’re adding an additional Ranked reward for this season: · Ranked S1 Torc…
NewsDeceit 2 - Update 2026.1.3: Lunar New Year Event + Prismatica!———21783623
In-game event · published 5 Feb 2026, 10:57:52 UTC
Deceit 2 - Update 2026.1.3: Lunar New Year Event + Prismatica!
OVERVIEW Subjects, Beneath the crimson glow of a rising lunar tide, a familiar celebration returns — but don't mistake tradition for safety. Welcome to the Lunar Event, bringing new rewards, fresh looks, and our new PRISMATICA skin line. FEATURED 🐲 LUNAR NEW YEAR EVENT The Lunar New Year Event starts today! The ritual takes on a festive new look as our limited-time Lunar New Year Event begins,…
Subjects, Update 5.2 brings the release of the PS+ Pirate Bundle , alongside a small set of targeted improvements focused on match flow and disconnect handling. These changes are aimed at reducing unnecessary match failures and keeping games moving more smoothly when players leave unexpectedly. FEATURED 🏴☠️ PS+ PIRATE BUNDLE The PS+ Pirate Bundle is now available exclusively to PlayStation Pl…
In-game event · published 15 Jan 2026, 12:23:31 UTC
Deceit 2 - Update 5.1 - Fixes & Improvements
Release Date: 15/01/2026 Subjects, Update 5.1 delivers a small set of fixes addressing ability behaviour, interaction consistency, and presentation issues during the In-Between. This update also announces the upcoming PS+ Pirate Bundle , arriving next week for PlayStation Plus members, while the Fitness Bundle is now available for purchase in the in-game store. FEATURED 🏴☠️ PS+ PIRATE BUNDLE…
OVERVIEW We hope the New Year has kicked off well for everyone! This update is a small tidy-up, removing seasonal set dressing from maps and fixing an issue with seasonal loading screens. We’re continuing to work on a range of fixes and improvements for the weeks ahead. PATCH NOTES IMPROVEMENTS · Removed Christmas and holiday set dressing from all maps. FIXES \ Halloween and Christmas loading s…
In-game event · published 18 Dec 2025, 14:01:08 UTC
Update 4.9 - Bug Fixes & Improvements
Release Date: 18/12/2025 OVERVIEW Subjects, Today’s update includes a small set of fixes and improvements focused on stability, consistency, and general polish across the game. These changes address a handful of gameplay, visual, and system-level issues in both core and Legacy modes. PATCH NOTES IMPROVEMENTS · Reduced the wait time when a player disconnects while loading into a game. · Leaderbo…
OVERVIEW Subjects, The Christmas Update has arrived! Bringing a limited-time holiday event, new festive rewards, and a round of quality-of-life improvements. We’ve also addressed several bugs affecting end-of-game flow, custom options, and Legacy mode to keep things running smoothly across the season. FEATURED The Christmas Event starts today! The chaos takes a cheerier turn as our limited-time…
OVERVIEW Subjects, A new season has begun! Forgotten Legends arrives with a brand new Battlepass , packed with character and Terror cosmetics, profile customisation rewards, shillings, and plenty more to unlock as you progress through the tiers. This season also marks the beginning of Ranked Season 1 , introducing Win Streaks, seasonal rewards, leaderboard enhancements, and a fully structured c…
OVERVIEW Subjects, Update 4.6 continues our ongoing Pre-Season balance work, bringing targeted adjustments shaped directly by your feedback to refine pacing, role interactions, and Sanity behavior. This update also introduces a number of stability and clarity improvements across the game to help matches feel smoother and more consistent as we move toward Season 1. Alongside these tuning changes…
In-game event · published 6 Nov 2025, 11:33:22 UTC
Update 4.5: Ranked Mode + Balance Overhaul
OVERVIEW Update 4.5 marks a major milestone for Deceit 2 , introducing the long-awaited Ranked Mode , a sweeping balance pass , and numerous visual, performance, and quality-of-life improvements . This update also closes out the Halloween event and sets the stage for our first full competitive season, launching in December 2025. We’re kicking off the Ranked era of Deceit 2 by modernizing Sanity…
NewsUpdate 4.4: Improvements, Bug Fixes, and a Community Tournament———In-game event
In-game event · published 23 Oct 2025, 10:13:18 UTC
Update 4.4: Improvements, Bug Fixes, and a Community Tournament
Greeting Subjects! Following the big Alien Pack release last week, this update focuses on polishing up the game. We’ve addressed a number of bugs, made balance adjustments, and added several quality-of-life improvements to keep matches running smoothly and feeling fair. We’ve also got the “Lies Among the Stars” Community tournament kicking off today at 5pm! - huge shoutout and best of luck to e…
NewsUpdate 4.3: The Alien Pack Lands with a Terrifying Halloween Event———20407953
Major update · published 16 Oct 2025, 10:01:14 UTC
Update 4.3: The Alien Pack Lands with a Terrifying Halloween Event
Subjects, Think you’ve conquered space? Think again. Something out there has found its way in. Prepare yourselves for The Alien Pack - featuring the terrifying new Imposter, a shape-shifting predator that blurs the line between friend and foe. Unmask Imposter Unmask the alien menace with the Imposter, the ultimate master of mimicry! From gooey tentacles to pristine space tech, slip between form…
NewsUpdate 4.2: New Arcane Skins & Hero Bundle———In-game event
In-game event · published 2 Oct 2025, 10:14:09 UTC
Update 4.2: New Arcane Skins & Hero Bundle
Subjects, Update 4.2 is here, a brief update ahead of launch of our mid-Season DLC: The Alien Pack. Arcane Store Two new Arcane skins have just arrived in the Arcane Store: Handcuffs & Alex. Playstation Plus: Fitness Bundle A brand-new PlayStation Plus bundle is arriving on Tuesday 7th October . Available exclusively to PS Plus subscribers for free, this bundle includes four Legendary-tier item…
NewsUpdate 4.1: Bug Fixes and Improvements———20021503
In-game event · published 18 Sep 2025, 10:09:01 UTC
Update 4.1: Bug Fixes and Improvements
Subjects, Today’s update delivers a fresh wave of improvements and bug fixes shaped directly by your feedback on our newest map, Helios and beyond. We’ve addressed some of the higher priority issues raised since release, but we have also taken some time to work on some of the most upvoted suggestions from our Feedback Forums on Discord. Your input continues to make the game better, so thank you…
NewsSeason 4: Astral Reckoning & New Ritual Site———Major update
Major update · published 4 Sep 2025, 10:26:40 UTC
Season 4: Astral Reckoning & New Ritual Site
Season 4: Astral Reckoning & New Ritual Site Welcome to Season 4: Astral Reckoning . A season of creeping cosmic dread begins, starting with a new map and our space-themed Season Pass. New Ritual Site: The Helios Program When it launched, the Helios Program was humanity’s proudest moment: the first manned interstellar vessel, proof that we could go further when united. For five years it venture…
NewsUpdate 3.2: Arcane Skins and Bug Fixes———In-game event
In-game event · published 31 Jul 2025, 10:04:53 UTC
Update 3.2: Arcane Skins and Bug Fixes
Subjects, Today brings Update 3.2. Two new Arcane Skins have just arrived in the Arcane Store: Nina and Walkie Talkie . Stylish, eerie, and Ritual-ready. As development continues on the larger updates for Season 4 , we’re asking for your input. As a small team, your feedback directly shapes what we focus on next and for the rest of 2025. The launch of Legacy Mode has been exciting, and we’re gl…
In-game event · published 17 Jul 2025, 10:07:03 UTC
Update 3.1 : Bug Fixes & Improvements
Subjects, Today we’re rolling out Update 3.1, addressing some of the most pressing bugs and performance issues flagged by the community - especially around Legacy Mode . Your feedback has been absolutely vital in helping us act fast. Please keep it coming via \ - we’re listening, and it’s making a real difference. With this patch out, our small but mighty team is now fully focused on what comes…