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Frontier Developments has released the Jurassic World Evolution 3: Rebirth Expansion alongside Update 1.3, bringing a wealth of new content inspired by Jurassic World Rebirth. The expansion introduces four movie-themed species, a new narrative campaign set across Île Saint-Hubert, additional facility customization options, experimental dinosaur traits, and new gameplay systems.
Update 1.3 accompanies the expansion with the return of Cearadactylus as a family unit, major aviary improvements, new dinosaur behaviors, expanded ranger and drone functionality, user interface enhancements, and a substantial list of bug fixes and performance improvements across all game modes.
Patch Notes
Rebirth Expansion
New Species
Distortus rex
- Added Distortus rex.
- Features unique kill animations.
- Designed as an extremely aggressive predator.
- Presents new security challenges for park management.
Mutadon
- Added Mutadon.
- Capable of both aerial and terrestrial movement.
- Combines Velociraptor hunting behavior with flying predator abilities.
- Introduces new containment challenges.
Titanosaurus Family Unit
- Added Titanosaurus family unit.
- Includes juvenile variants for the first time.
- Features movie-inspired designs from Jurassic World Rebirth.
Aquilops Family Unit
- Added Aquilops family unit.
- Introduces a new ceratopsian species.
- Includes distinctive visual features and juvenile variants.
New Campaign
Top Secret Campaign
- Added a new narrative campaign inspired by Jurassic World Rebirth.
- Features three unique locations.
- Set on Île Saint-Hubert.
- Focuses on advanced dinosaur research and containment operations.
- Includes management of predators, large herbivores, and semi-aquatic species.
Science and Research Features
Geothermal Power
- Added geothermal power systems.
- Introduces underground pipe networks.
- Allows players to distribute power across facilities.
Experimental Traits
- Added experimental traits for prehistoric species.
- Expands genetic customization and scientific research systems.
Open Air Aviaries
- Added Open Air Aviaries.
- Supports higher flying limits.
- Removes visual obstructions.
- Expands terrain editing capabilities.
Île Saint-Hubert Content
- Added new architecture sets.
- Added geothermal infrastructure pieces.
- Added structural gantries.
- Added movie-inspired buildings.
- Added Mayan-themed scenery elements.
Jurassic World Rebirth Skins
- Added new skins, patterns, and model variants for:
- Tyrannosaurus rex
- Spinosaurus
- Mosasaurus
- Quetzalcoatlus
- Dilophosaurus
- Velociraptor
- Added new vehicle skins for:
- SUVs
- MVUs
- ATVs
- Helicopters
Update 1.3
New Species
Cearadactylus Family Unit
- Added Cearadactylus family unit.
- Returns as a fully featured pterosaur species.
Dinosaur Behavior Updates
Tyrannosaurus rex
- Adult Tyrannosaurus rex can now swim through deep water.
Pterosaurs
- Pterosaurs can now navigate more freely around scenery and structures.
- Added two new custom perch points.
- Flying species can perch on scenery and blueprints more flexibly.
Aviary Improvements
- Cretaceous Cruise can now travel through aviaries.
- Greatly relaxed terrain editing restrictions within aviaries.
- Improved flying species navigation behavior.
Ranger and Drone Updates
Handheld Flare
- Added handheld flares for ranger teams.
- Carnivores and armored herbivores are attracted to flares.
- Other herbivores are repelled by flares.
Hatchery Drones
- Added drones to land hatcheries.
- Added Deep Analyser tools to:
- Land hatcheries
- Aviaries
- Lagoons
- Deep Analyser scans reward cash and genome points.
User Experience Improvements
Scenery and Blueprints
- Added scenery favorites system.
- Added blueprint filtering options.
- Added non-grid variants of multiple scenery walls.
- Added new scenery pieces.
- Added new rock color options.
Lighting
- Added daytime lighting controls for scenery lights.
New Achievements
- Added two new public achievements.
- Added one new secret achievement.
Bug Fixes and Improvements
Campaign
- Fixed objective progression issues.
- Fixed campaign-specific cutscene and translation errors.
- Improved five-star objective tracking.
- Fixed campaign replay blockers.
- Improved species objective handling.
Sandbox
- Added the ability to disable weather events.
- Improved sandbox option descriptions.
- Improved challenge and progression settings.
- Fixed terrain generation and camera issues.
Park Management
- Fixed Visitor Centre upgrade functionality.
- Improved transportation and hatchery behaviors.
- Added direct scientist resting options.
- Improved attraction and facility management systems.
- Improved Dinosaur Marketplace information.
Dinosaur Fixes
- Improved breakout frequency for flying species.
- Rebalanced dinosaur attacks against vehicles.
- Fixed numerous animation issues.
- Improved territory formation and comfort systems.
- Fixed multiple species classification issues.
- Improved hunting, feeding, and enclosure interactions.
- Fixed several Mutadon-specific behaviors.
- Improved hybrid species management systems.
Construction Improvements
- Improved building and scenery placement systems.
- Enhanced terrain modification fidelity.
- Improved aviary editing tools.
- Fixed power connection and pathing issues.
- Improved blueprint and scenery management.
Controls and Accessibility
- Improved gamepad navigation.
- Added key rebinding improvements.
- Added HDR brightness adjustment options.
- Improved camera behavior and interface responsiveness.
- Enhanced ultra-wide monitor support.
UI Improvements
- Improved search functionality.
- Improved storm notification behavior.
- Improved scientist management interfaces.
- Fixed tooltip and menu issues.
- Improved species and hatchery information displays.
Audio Improvements
- Improved dinosaur audio timing and effects.
- Added shelter sirens for Sandbox mode.
Workshop Improvements
- Fixed Frontier Account creation issues.
- Improved Workshop navigation and filters.
- Fixed creation upload and building menu issues.
Stability and Performance
- Fixed multiple crashes.
- Improved path connection recognition.
- Fixed storm visual and audio issues.
- Improved blueprint placement performance.
- Added general performance optimizations and stability improvements.
Localization
- Added missing translations.
- Fixed truncated text and UI overflow issues.
- Improved trait, building, and dinosaur descriptions across multiple languages.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 is a construction and management simulation game developed and published by Frontier Developments. Released on October 21, 2025, the game is available on Windows PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The Rebirth Expansion adds four movie-inspired species, a new campaign, geothermal power systems, experimental traits, and extensive customization content, while Update 1.3 introduces new dinosaur behaviors, aviary improvements, quality-of-life features, and a large collection of bug fixes and gameplay enhancements.
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