The Voyagers The Howler Update is the latest content drop released on August 29, 2025, introducing one of the most exciting and dangerous challenges the game has seen so far. At the heart of this update is a brand-new boss called The Howler, a nightmarish creature that changes how players approach night exploration. Alongside the boss, this patch also includes exclusive rewards, balance changes, and bug fixes to improve overall gameplay.
What is The Howler Update?
The Howler Update focuses on adding more high-stakes encounters to Voyagers. The highlight is the addition of The Howler, a terrifying monster boss that lurks in specific islands during the night. This new boss adds a fresh layer of difficulty to nighttime sailing and exploration, forcing players to prepare carefully before venturing into the dark.
In addition to the boss itself, the update introduces new rewards, gameplay adjustments, and important fixes, making it a major step forward in the game’s development.
How to Find and Beat The Howler
Spawn Mechanics
The Howler does not appear everywhere—it only spawns rarely on select islands at night. Players will need to travel cautiously after sunset, as the boss may emerge unexpectedly.
Battle Behavior
Once encountered, The Howler unleashes its signature mechanic: a terrifying howl that summons waves of Blood Fogborns. These enemies swarm the player, creating chaos and forcing you to fight through waves before reaching the boss again.
Consequences of Escape
If you choose to run instead of fighting, the Blood Moon effect triggered by The Howler will persist until the end of the run, making the game significantly more difficult. However, if you defeat The Howler, it will no longer spawn, allowing you to explore without that looming threat.
Exclusive Rewards from The Howler
Defeating The Howler is no easy task, but the rewards are worth the challenge:
Rare Melee Weapon – A powerful drop with high value for combat-focused players.
Blood Moon Sail – An exclusive sail for your ship that not only looks unique but also marks your victory over the Howler.
Both rewards are limited to this encounter, making them highly desirable for collectors and competitive players.
Gameplay Adjustments & Other Changes
Alongside the new boss, the update introduces several adjustments and fixes:
Pellets Spawn Rate: Pellets are now much easier to find, with the spawn rate increased to 4–8 per island. This makes stocking up for ranged combat far less tedious.
Bug Fixes: Multiple critical bugs have been resolved, resulting in smoother gameplay and fewer interruptions during long runs.
Codes: While there are no new codes included in this update, existing codes remain active and can still be redeemed for free rewards.
Conclusion
The Voyagers The Howler Update delivers one of the toughest challenges yet, with a boss that tests both skill and strategy. The exclusive rewards—particularly the Blood Moon Sail—make facing The Howler more than worth the risk.
If you’re ready for a tougher, more thrilling nighttime adventure, prepare your crew, sail into the darkness, and take on The Howler. Victory means not just rare loot, but the satisfaction of surviving one of Voyagers’ deadliest encounters.