A new Sea of Thieves update 3.11 is available to download on PS5, Xbox and PC. According to the official Sea Of Thieves version 3.11 patch notes, the latest SOT update refines the Burning Blade’s mechanics, boosts the Blunderbuss’s knockback, and adds new cosmetics. Apart from this Seas of Thieves patch 3.11 also includes balancing changes and various bug fixes.
Patch Summary:
- Crews can no longer return the Burning Blade to Reaper’s Hideout during combat.
- Blunderbuss knockback has been enhanced, but its damage is reduced.
- Horn of Fair Winds is now more common, but worth less gold.
- New cosmetics and items are available in the Pirate Emporium.
- Fixed issues with Burning Blade interactions, ship milestones, and the Blade of Souls.
Previously, a big SOT update 2.8 added Season 9 update added Bury Treasure, Share Map, Cannon Rowboats, Fireworks, and Flares. Unfortunately, players are still experiencing a number of issues with the game. Today’s SOT update 3.11 will address a few of these issues.
Sea Of Thieves update 3.11 Release Notes – August 22, 2024
The Burning Blade: Combat and Control Changes
- Crews cannot return the Burning Blade to The Reaper’s Hideout during combat.
- A majority crew vote is required to pledge as the Burning Blade or return it to Reaper’s Hideout.
- Crew votes will reset if the Burning Blade leaves the island vicinity and must be retaken upon return.
Gameplay Improvements
Blunderbuss Rework
- Increased knockback at close range with more vertical force.
- Widened spread pattern, maximizing knockback potential.
- Players hit by the Blunderbuss lose air control.
- New visual effects added to show the effective knockback range.
- Blunderbuss damage reduced to 90 total, preventing one-hit kills.
- Pellets fizzle out at long range, confirming its close-range role.
Horn of Fair Winds Availability
- Now easier to find in Siren Treasury Vaults and shipwrecks.
- Small chance of discovery on islands.
- Gold value reduced when cashed in.
Pirate Emporium Updates
New Items
- Motley Mariner Ship Collection
- Motley Mariner Weapon Bundle and Costume Set
- Ashen Curse Owl
- King’s Ransom Weapon Bundle
- Red Card Emote (Free!)
Browsing Improvements
- New ‘Browse All’ section for easier item exploration.
- Filter by categories like weapons, ships, and sort by name or price.
Outpost Cosmetics
- New items in stock: Simian Courtly Jacket and Stonebark Carpenter’s Weapon Set.
Fixed Issues
Gameplay
- Fixed throwing knives causing incorrect damage.
- Gunpowder Skeletons now detonate correctly when hit with throwing knives.
- Chests of Ancient Tributes can be found in Sunken Kingdom locations again.
The Burning Blade
- The Burning Blade cannot be returned to the Tunnels of the Damned during a Tall Tale.
- Map Bundles now appear in the Captain’s cabin when burying items.
- Fixed notifications for crews near the Burning Blade.
Blade of Souls
- Correct animations for stowing and wielding the Blade of Souls.
Environment
- Improved navigation and visual quality in Skeleton Camps and Ancient Temples.
Visual and Audio Fixes
- Players holding the Mayhem Capstan now animate correctly.
- Pocket Watches now have consistently visible glass faces.
- Improved Flameheart’s animations during the Burning Blade return sequence.
Performance and Stability
- Server stability improvements to reduce disconnections.
Download free Sea of Thieves update 3.11 on PlayStation 5, Xbox One and PC.
