Skull and Bones update 1.000.016 details released for PS5, Xbox Series X/S. According to the official Skull and Bones 1.16 patch notes, Season 3 extended, improved map event filtering, new Shadowbeast encounter, enhanced manufactory and bounty systems. Apart from this, Skull and Bones version 1.000.016 also includes various bug fixes.
Previously, a minor Skull and Bones version 1.000.004 released with tweaks and changes. Unfortunately, since the release, players are experiencing several issues. The upcoming Skull and Bones update 1.000.016 will address the remaining issues and bugs.
Skull and Bones Update 1.000.016 Patch Notes – September 17, 2024
Season 3 Extension
- End Date Change: Season 3’s end date has been extended to November 19, 6:00 AM UTC.
Map Filter Updates
- World Event Marker Tweaks: Reduced visual clutter for easier event identification on the map.
- Customizable Map Settings:
- World Event Edge Clamp: Option to show events only on the closest map border (On/Off).
- World Event Status:
- All: Displays all upcoming events.
- Active Only: Shows only active events.
- World Event Range:
- All: Displays all events, including duplicates.
- Closest Only: Displays only the nearest event of each type.
- Event Relevance Filtering: World Events far above player progression or rank will not be displayed unless encountered directly or through bounties.
Helm Empire Management
- Manufactory Funding: Players can now add time to manufactories generating Pieces of Eight. Funding starts at a minimum of 10 minutes.
- Supply Runs: Available when less than 15 minutes of funding time remain. Costs scale with remaining time.
- Territory Collection: Pieces of Eight now deducted from collected amounts, not player totals.
- Tooltip Update: Added faction icon and name to manufactory tooltips.
Manufactory Defense
- Penalty Reduction: Failing Manufactory Defense now results in a flat 1-hour downtime.
Weapons
- Repair Mortars: Now affect the player who fired them if within the area of effect.
- Battle Junk Perk Update:
- Old: Weapon-hits within 200m apply Taunt.
- New: Damage dealt within 200m applies Taunt.
Sea Monsters
- New Encounter: Players now have a chance to encounter the Shadowbeast while sailing.
Inventory Management
- Stacking Update: Weapons, armor, and furniture now stack in Ship Customization.
- New Features: Added options for splitting and merging stack quantities.
Bounties
- Location Hints: Bounties now display location hints on the map.
Job Board
- Improved Rewards: Increased base and bonus rewards for Job Board and Helm Upgrades.
- Merchant Convoy Updates: Increased drop rates, added new materials for ship upgrades like Roselle Cloth and Lacquer.
Recommended Activities
- Manufactory Addition: Manufactories are now included in the Helm Empire Opportunities reward list.
Seasonal Calendar UI
- Visual Improvements: Enhanced visuals to highlight the current week and featured rewards in collapsed view.
- Smoother Scrolling: Improved side scrolling for the weekly calendar.
Improvements and Bug Fixes
Sea Monsters
- Fixed an issue where the Shadowbeast applied the “Stormstruck” status at a lower-than-intended rate.
Text and Voice Chat
- Stability Updates: Fixed errors related to chat services and improved reconnection feedback.
Contracts
- Fixed various issues with contracts such as incorrect region listings, missing feedback, and placeholder text.
Perks
- Fixed perk display issues for various ships and abilities, such as Ironwill and Unsparing.
Smuggler Pass
- Fixed black screen issue when switching tabs and incorrect item previews.
Audio
- Rebalanced Audio: Adjusted volume levels for weapons, battle soundtracks, and crew attacks.
UI/UX
- Various UI fixes, including map issues, item descriptions, and fast travel accidental triggers.
Stability Improvements
- Fixed multiple crashes related to changing furniture and navigating Smuggler Pass tabs.
Benchmarking
- Temporarily disabled benchmarking tool due to technical issues.
Download free SAB update 1.000.016 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
