By Indie Report in Aloft — 07 Oct 2025

Aloft New Release: Bloom & Blight Update Brings Major Features and Enhancements

October 07, 2025

Experience a new era of exploration and survival in Aloft, the co-op sandbox survival game set against the backdrop of floating islands. The latest update, Bloom & Blight, introduces the biggest expansion yet, featuring fresh mechanics, streamlined systems, and a reimagined world generation that promises to captivate players like never before.

Discover a Denser World with New Features

In this update, players are invited to immerse themselves in a richer and more rewarding environment. The floating islands of Aloft now teem with life, offering opportunities to restore withered Life Sapling islands to their former splendor. By doing so, players unlock access to the majestic Life Trees and their Insight Basins, which provide valuable insights and propel progress through three revamped tech trees: knowledge, sailing, and research.

New Features Unveiled

Among the standout additions are:

The ability to restore withered Life Sapling islands, breathing new life into the world of Aloft.
Interaction with Life Trees, offering powerful insights and advancing progress in the updated tech trees.
Insight Basins that grant players crucial knowledge and enhance their journey.
New corruption strains, alongside higher-tier tools and weapons, expanding the depth of gameplay.

Bug Fixes and Enhancements

The Bloom & Blight update also addresses player feedback with significant improvements:

Streamlined existing systems for a smoother and more engaging experience.
A restructured world generation ensures a solid foundation for future developments.
Reworked combat system for more dynamic and thrilling encounters.

More Details Available

For an in-depth look at the Bloom & Blight update, visit the official announcement page: https://steamcommunity.com/games/1660080/announcements/detail/517473930105063431.

Join the adventure in Aloft today and set sail for a future filled with discovery, cooperation, and survival. The skies have never been more inviting.