The Division 2 update 2.25 is available to download on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. According to the official Division 2 2.25 patch notes, the latest TUY8S1.1 update introduces a full seasonal event with new roaming enemies, boss encounters, collectibles, and a powerful named weapon. Creator-driven missions expand progression with exclusive rewards, while limited-time resource and XP boosts help players strengthen builds and rank up faster during the event window. Apart from this, Division 2 patch 2.25 also includes a long list of bug fixes and changes.
Division 2 version 2.25 Patch Notes – April 21, 2026
Update TUY8S1.1 Highlights
- Seasonal Cherry Blossom event introduces roaming enemy ambushes, new bosses, and collectible cosmetics.
- Prototype gear with Skill Tier cores now grants increased tier values, allowing stronger builds with fewer items.
- Escalation activity now features higher Prototype drop chances and clearer matchmaking warnings.
- Multiple gameplay bugs resolved, including inventory comparison issues and attribute resets in raids.
- All players receive a compensation cache containing Prototype and Optimization resources.
Cherry Blossom Event
- Limited-time seasonal event runs from April 21 to May 12 for level 40 players with seasonal progression unlocked.
- Players receive the Rising Sun Headgear for logging in during the event.
- Kitsunebi enemy squads now appear regularly and share a linked health pool mechanic.
- Defeating enough Kitsunebi triggers a Ronin boss encounter with increased difficulty.
- Solo players face one Ronin, while groups fight both Fox and Red Ronin simultaneously.
- Boss defeats grant Event Keys and unique skill visual effects tied to each Ronin.
- Forty decorative objects can be restored across Washington D.C., unlocking the Cherry Arm Patch when completed.
- Three decorations reset daily after full completion to allow continued progress.
Event Rewards and Caches
- Event Keys can be earned from enemy encounters and decoration interactions.
- Apparel caches contain 30 cosmetic items with no duplicate drops.
- Completing the full apparel collection unlocks the Lucky Cat emote.
- Gear caches include returning Named items, Exotics, and a chance for Prototype gear.
- New named weapon “First Bloom” increases damage based on enemy remaining health and armor.
Community Challenge
- Shared global progress unlocks themed cosmetic rewards at key milestones.
- Individual participation grants arm patches at increasing contribution levels.
Creator Collaboration Activities
- Three community creators introduce separate project chains across named zones.
- New objectives unlock daily and remain available until the event ends.
- Completion rewards include Named item caches, Exotic components, and optimization materials.
- Finishing all projects in a chain grants a creator-themed backpack.
- Additional apparel items can be discovered while exploring the world.
Limited-Time Multiplier Events
- Optimization materials earned from all sources are doubled from April 21 to May 5.
- Conflict mode grants triple experience from April 28 to May 12.
Gameplay Improvements
- Prototype item drop rates increased in Escalation tiers above Tier 1.
- Prototype gear added to daily targeted loot rotations within Escalation.
- Higher Escalation tiers now provide improved chances for Prototype drops.
- New matchmaking warnings clarify tier selection and session restrictions.
- Certain matchmaking and backup options disabled during active Escalation runs to prevent session errors.
Prototype Gear Changes
- Skill Tier cores on Prototype items now grant 1.5 Skill Tier per item.
- Multiple Prototype items stack to reach higher total Skill Tier values.
- Existing Prototype items automatically receive the updated values.
Bug Fixes
- Resolved item loss when upgrading gear while inventory capacity was full.
- Fixed attribute and talent display errors after upgrading items to Prototype quality.
- Corrected project progress issues tied to faction retaliation levels.
- Restored proper function of the Abridge talent on Prototype weapons.
- Prevented optimized attributes from reverting during raids and incursions.
- Fixed inventory comparison restrictions between different item types.
- Resolved reward redemption issue for Summit Combat Mastery Merit.
- Corrected incorrect rarity display for a specific Exotic mask drop.
- Fixed missing attribute assignment on upgraded Quickstep pistol.
- Updated incorrect stack value description for the Recombinant modifier.
- Restored missing skin slot functionality for the Agitator Exotic weapon.
Compensation
- All players receive a compensation cache delivered through the in-game mailbox.
- Cache includes one Prototype Core Cache and one Optimization Cache.
