The Division 2 Update 2.26 (TUY8S1.2) Patch Notes for PS4, PC and Xbox One

The Division 2 update 2.26 (TUY8S1.2) is available to download on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. According to the official Division 2 2.26 patch notes, the latest TUY8S1.2 update adds a new Prototype Gear vendor, introduces The Capitol Anomaly Classified Assignment, and launches multiple timed events. Apart from this, Division 2 patch 2.26 also resolves major account-wide progression, loot, and gameplay issues affecting Prototype Gear, talents, and Legacy Manhunt content.

Division 2 version 2.26 Patch Notes – May 12, 2026

Update TUY8S1.2 Highlights

  • Added the new Escalation Requisition Vendor with Prototype Gear caches.
  • Released the new Classified Assignment, The Capitol Anomaly.
  • Introduced new Global Events and the Vanguard Overdrive event bonuses.
  • Fixed Prototype Gear, talent, and account-wide progression issues.
  • Resolved multiple gameplay, UI, and Legacy Manhunt bugs.

Escalation Requisition Vendor

  • Added the Escalation Requisition Vendor to the Base of Operations near the Escalation panel.
  • Players can exchange Escalation Tokens for Prototype Gear rewards.
  • Added Prototype Random Cache with random Prototype item rewards.
  • Added daily rotating Prototype Gear Cache featuring specific Prototype gear types.
  • Added daily rotating Prototype Weapon Cache featuring specific Prototype weapon types.
  • Prototype Gear and Weapon caches have improved chances for higher-quality rolls.
  • No purchase limit applies to vendor caches.
  • Feature available for Level 40 Agents.

Classified Assignment

  • Added the new Classified Assignment, The Capitol Anomaly, available starting May 12.
  • Players investigate SHD network anomalies connected to missing Agents.
  • Mission takes place at The Capitol Globe headquarters in Washington D.C.
  • Added collectibles including ECHOs and audio logs.
  • Added themed backpack trophies and named item rewards.
  • Assignment becomes accessible for Level 30 players.
  • Season Pass Bundle owners receive automatic access.

Global Events

  • Assault event active from May 12 to May 19.
  • Nearby enemies increase player damage up to 200%.
  • Reward: Piggy Mask.
  • Ambush event active from May 19 to May 26.
  • Standing still builds a damage multiplier up to 200%.
  • Movement gradually lowers the bonus.
  • Reward: Trench Mask.

Multiplier Event

  • Vanguard Overdrive active from May 15 to May 19.
  • +50% Reload Speed.
  • +50% Swap Speed.
  • +40% Hazard Protection.
  • +20% Movement Speed.
  • +15% Armor on Kill.

Season Pass XP Event

  • Season Pass XP x5 active from May 19 to May 26.
  • Bonus XP applies to Priority Objectives, Seasonal Journey, Weekly Projects, Manhunt Scouts, and world activities.

Fixes

Escalation

  • Fixed Core Strength Gear Set not dropping in Prototype Quality during Bank HQ Escalation missions.
  • Players logging in between May 12 and May 26 receive 3 Prototype Core Caches through in-game mail.

Gear, Weapons, and Talents

  • Fixed the Tinkerer Exotic Mask talent not functioning with Prototype Weapons.
  • Fixed Prototype Cores not being shared account-wide.
  • Fixed Escalation Tiers and Tokens not being shared account-wide.
  • Fixed incorrect crafting requirements for the Overdogs Reconfigure Blueprint.
  • Fixed Richter & Kaiser GmbH Backpacks losing Gear Mods after Prototype upgrades.
  • Fixed incorrect Skill Tier display values in the Inventory panel.
  • Fixed Oxpecker Exotic SMG dealing excessive damage to Ballistic Shields during the Assault event.
  • Fixed incorrect HUD icons for Back and Forth, Perfect Strained, and Perfect Ranger talents.
  • Fixed missing Pakhan and Big Alejandro Reconfiguration Blueprints at Inaya.
  • Fixed Picaro’s Holsters rolling unintended 15% Weapon Damage named attributes.

Legacy Manhunt

  • Fixed General Anderson climax missions appearing locked in Legacy Manhunts.
  • Fixed Crossroads Manhunt comms becoming stuck at 13/14 collectibles.

Other Fixes

  • Fixed Classified Assignment collectibles not syncing account-wide.
  • Fixed missing SFX and VFX for the White Tusk Tank’s Hive.
  • Fixed Fragile Armor stacks remaining after using Armor Kits with status effects.
  • Fixed Y8S1 Rise Up Caches not being purchasable from Danny Weaver.
  • Fixed BTSU Firmware unlocking per character instead of account-wide.
Previously, a major Division 2 update 1.21 introduced The Division 2’s 10th Anniversary season, featuring Realism Mode, a grounded New York campaign with lethal combat and reduced UI. Players earn rewards through the Anniversary Event Pass and Clancy-themed apparel track. New Exotics, Named gear, and an anniversary cache expand loadout options. Unfortunately, some players are still facing network connection issues. Recently, Today’s Division 2 version 2.26 will address a few of the remaining issues. Download free Division 2 update 2.26 on PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One.

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