Progression Blockers and Soft Locks
Fixed issue preventing players from escaping the escape room lobby
Fixed issue resulting in a black screen when loading into Human Con
ICYMI: Build Notes for PATCH 2 (May 5 2026)
Warning: Patch notes may contain spoilers
General
HOL2 is now Steam Deck Verified
Performance improvements
General crash fixes
Visual improvements
Various narrative fixes
Various lighting fixes
Various animation fixes
Various UI fixes
Fixed issues with remapping keybinds
Fixed major graphical corruption issue that could occur when using the scanner or wielding Sheath
Progression Blockers and Soft Locks
Fixed issue with getting trapped in Spencers
Fixed issue with getting stuck on cruise ship after combat
Fixed issue with losing functionality after interacting with Bowie
Fixed issue with Sheath zipline before Berkel mission
Fixed door blocking progression after killing scientists inside Gessie
Fixed lock when skipping combat inside Gessie's stomach
Fixed crash when jumping onto pirate ship inside Gessie
Fixed comedy club Luglox being unavailable
Fixed city hub Luglox total count being inaccurate
Fixed softlock when interacting with fishing spot
Fixed issue with getting stuck at the end of final boss fight
Fixed progression issue with Ball guy after flushing Clutch
Fixed progression issue with Zoo challenge room