Despite substantial layoffs at Amazon Games, the development team behind Lost Ark is planning new updates and content into 2026. Approximately 14,000 jobs were cut at Amazon Games, impacting operations at its Irvine and San Diego studios and halting much triple-A and MMO development. However, Lost Ark remains a focus, sustained by future planning.
2026 Roadmap and Updates
The publisher confirmed plans to support Lost Ark and Throne and Liberty with regular updates. New content is scheduled for release, ensuring the game continues to engage its audience. Lost Ark's dedicated player base, drawn to its endgame features, remains crucial for the game's ongoing vitality.
Smilegate also implemented a revised US network structure optimized for player connectivity, ahead of a significant update arriving on 2025-11-19. This update aims to streamline gameplay by determining instance creation based on player group geography.
Upcoming Content and Future Plans
The November update will introduce the Kazeros Raid: Act 4, with the subsequent Kazeros Raid Denouement: Final Day. The first-clear race begins on 2025-12-03, promising to engage players with competitive new content.
The Lost Ark 2026 roadmap will be revealed in December, featuring insights from senior product leaders. The studio expressed enthusiasm for the game's next chapter, aiming to unveil fresh adventures for players in the coming year.
