Saros patch 02.000.000 introduces a substantial set of new features, including Overlord Rush, a training simulation where players race to defeat powerful Overlords and compete on an integrated leaderboard. The update also adds Eclipse Layers, a New Game+ mode unlocked after completing the game, along with new Carcosan Modifiers, six trophies, and additional collectibles tied to the mysterious Yellow King.
The patch also expands accessibility options with motion sensor aiming, high contrast display, adjustable game speed, and weapon auto-fire. Players can customise Arjun’s appearance in Photo Mode, earn mastery for equipped Carcosan Modifiers, and benefit from several balance adjustments affecting Artifacts, modifier costs, and damage values.
Saros Patch 02.000.000 Patch Notes
New Features
- Overlord Rush
- Added a training simulation where players race to defeat powerful Overlords from the main game.
- Compete against friends and players worldwide using the integrated leaderboard.
- Eclipse Layers
- Added a New Game+ mode accessible after completing Saros.
- Each Eclipse Layer requires players to use more Trial Modifiers to begin a run.
- Players can choose which Trials to activate.
- Crown and Golden Armour
- Arjun receives a Crown and golden glowing armour after entering Eclipse Layer 2.
- The Crown’s appearance becomes more impressive as the player’s Carcosan Modifier balance increases.
- Visions of a King
- Added new discoveries in later Eclipse Layers, including murals and inscriptions from an ancient Yellow King.
- Explore Carcosa to find and collect these new Visions.
- New Carcosan Modifiers
- Added 20 new Carcosan Modifiers, comprising 10 Protections and 10 Trials.
- Half are available during the initial playthrough, while the remaining modifiers unlock through Eclipse Layers.
- Carcosan Modifier Mastery
- Players now earn Mastery for Carcosan Modifiers by defeating hostiles while those modifiers are equipped.
- Earn enough Mastery to mark a modifier as Mastered.
- New Trophies
- Added six trophies tied to Overlord Rush, Eclipse Layers, and some of the new Carcosan Modifiers.
New Settings and Accessibility Features
- Motion Sensor Aiming
- Use the DualSense wireless controller’s motion sensor functionality to aim and control the camera.
- High Contrast Display
- Highlight Arjun and hostiles using vivid solid colours, coloured outlines, or both to improve visibility.
- Slow Game Speed
- Adjust the overall speed of the game, including player movement, enemies, and projectiles.
- Designed to help players who find the fast-paced combat and required reaction times challenging.
- Weapon Auto-Fire
- Set the Main Weapon, Power Weapon, or both to fire automatically when aiming at an enemy.
- This option can help players who have difficulty holding down a trigger for extended periods.
Photo Mode Improvements
- Added the ability to adjust Arjun’s facial expression in Photo Mode.
- Added an option to toggle Power Weapon visuals on Arjun’s body on or off.
Balance Updates
- Added new Artifact Corruption Effects.
- Locked yellow containers now have a chance to drop higher-tier Artifacts.
- Increased the maximum Artifact tier and adjusted the drop conditions for different tiers.
- Adjusted the amount of Growth Attributes granted by Artifacts.
- Adjusted the costs of the following Carcosan Modifiers:
- Protection: Second Chance Overlord
- Protection: Overlord Restoration
- Trial: Alpha Hostile Enhancement
- Adjusted the damage values of the following modifiers:
- Protection: Damage Enhancement
- Protection: Corruption Reduction
- Trial: Damage Degradation
Saros was released on April 30, 2026, exclusively for PlayStation 5. Developed by Housemarque and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, the game is a third-person action shooter.
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