Arknights: Endfield 2026 Update: At the Wake of Spring Guide
The mandatory At the Wake of Spring update arrives April 2026. Key changes, server times, impact, and compensation details for all Endministrators.
Arknights: Endfield 2026 Update: At the Wake of Spring Guide
The next major version for Arknights: Endfield is rolling out globally with a scheduled, mandatory update. Titled At the Wake of Spring, the patch brings expanded content, technical overhauls, and a rare server-wide downtime, so planning your login and play windows is critical.
Servers will go dark in mid-April 2026 as the maintenance stretches across all regions. To help Endministrators prepare and prioritize, here’s everything confirmed—and what you need to do—to stay ahead.
For ongoing coverage and deep dives into all Endfield developments, visit the Arknights: Endfield news hub.
At a Glance: Key Facts
- Update Name: At the Wake of Spring
- Version Release Date:
- Asia: 2026-04-17 06:00 – 12:00 (UTC+8)
- Americas/Europe: 2026-04-16 17:00 – 23:00 (UTC-5)
- Update Type: Mandatory; cannot log in during maintenance
- Client Download Sizes:
- iOS / Android: 7GB (+7GB free for extraction)
- PC: 11GB (+15GB free for extraction; SSD recommended)
- PlayStation®5: 40GB (+55GB free)
- Compensation: Oroberyl x900 (claimable via mail post-update)
Banner & Update Details
At the Wake of Spring is an enforced patch across all platforms. No new banners, rate-ups, or headline gacha characters have been officially stated for this update as of publication—banner specifics remain unannounced in official materials.
Maintenance and Update Times:
| Region | Start | End | Timezone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia | 2026-04-17 06:00 | 2026-04-17 12:00 | UTC+8 |
| Americas/Europe | 2026-04-16 17:00 | 2026-04-16 23:00 | UTC-5 |
How to Update:
– iOS: Use the App Store’s update function.
– Android: Update via in-game prompt.
– PC: Restart GRYPHLINK launcher and select Update.
– PlayStation®5: Use Check for Update from home screen options.
Technical impact: The patch size is significant on all platforms—budget download time and storage. Since this is a core client refresh, the usual partial hotfix approach doesn't apply: you must re-download the full client.
For a breakdown of past maintenance compensations and how they’ve trended, refer to Arknights: Endfield server maintenance compensation overview.
Events & Rewards
Update & Maintenance Compensation:
– Reward: Oroberyl x900
– Delivery: In-game mail post-maintenance
– Eligibility: Create character before update begins
– Expiry: Claim before the following version update; unclaimed mail will expire with the next patch cycle.
No additional events, time-limited tasks, or seasonal mini-events are listed in official materials for this update. Should any event content drop in a subsequent hotfix or within the same patch window, coverage will follow here as soon as it’s confirmed.
Day-1 Priorities & Pre-Patch To-Dos
Before Maintenance:
– Complete daily and weekly missions to maximize resource payout.
– Spend currency or stamina that would overflow during downtime.
– Ensure your device(s) have sufficient free storage for extraction (see above).
– Back up your account credentials, particularly for third-party logins.
After Maintenance:
– Immediately claim Oroberyl compensation via in-game mail; do not wait, as mail expires with the next version cycle.
– Reconfigure graphics and system settings if you play on custom setups (major updates can reset preferences).
– For PlayStation®5 and PC, verify post-update file integrity for better performance.
Teams, Synergies, and Meta Impact
As official patch notes focus exclusively on technical and server infrastructure, there’s no mention of meta-altering changes, unit rebalancing, or new ascension materials. Team compositions and gacha priorities remain stable relative to mid-Q2 2026. Review your roster and resource fragments—no rebalances or kit removals have been stated in this update.
For meta analysis and character tier shifts, visit our continuously updated Endfield meta hub.
If a subsequent patch hotfixes units or adds seasonal challenges, updates will post to our Endfield news feed. No additional gacha currencies beyond Oroberyl are attached to this maintenance.
Unconfirmed — subject to change
Some player speculation points to potential mode expansions or UI feature previews post-maintenance, but these are not cited in official channels. Treat all community leaks with skepticism until a verified Endfield post or patch banner appears.
Conclusion
At the Wake of Spring demands mandatory downtime and device prep, but doesn’t shake up the meta or introduce new banners on day one. The compensation is standard; ensure you claim it before it disappears. For full patch note breakdowns and ongoing character/event news, check the latest Arknights: Endfield updates.