V Rising, the vampire survival game, has achieved a remarkable milestone: exceeding five million units sold! Stunlock Studios, the developer, is celebrating this success and has unveiled ambitious plans for a major 2025 update.

This update promises to significantly expand the game, introducing a new faction, enhanced PvP options, and a wealth of additional content. Players can anticipate a revamped progression system, incorporating ancient technologies, and a new crafting station allowing for stat bonuses on endgame equipment. The game world will also expand with a new northern region beyond Silverlight, featuring more challenging encounters and formidable bosses.

The game's journey to this milestone began with its early access launch in 2022, followed by a full release in 2024. Its popularity stems from engaging combat, immersive exploration, and compelling base-building mechanics. The PS5 release in June 2024 further broadened its reach. Stunlock Studios CEO, Rickard Frisegard, emphasized the significance of this five-million-unit sales figure, highlighting it as a testament to the thriving community surrounding V Rising, rather than just a numerical achievement. This success, he stated, fuels the team's commitment to ongoing development and innovation. The 2025 update, according to Frisegard, will "redefine" the V Rising experience.

A sneak peek at some of the new PvP features, including structured duels and arena combat (as seen in update 1.1), has already been revealed. These new modes will offer risk-free PvP, ensuring players don't lose their blood type upon death. The expansion into a new, challenging region and the addition of the new crafting station will further enhance the late-game experience. Stunlock Studios is clearly committed to continuing V Rising's success story in 2025 and beyond.