NHN Updates ‘DARKEST DAYS’ with ‘Resident Expedition’ Feature – Roadmap in Full Swing

• Regular update on June 26 introduces new ‘Resident Expedition’ content with the highly anticipated new PvE map
• Roadmap-based updates are underway, strengthening core gameplay through year-end

NHN (KRX: 181710, CEO: Woojin Jung) announced on June 26th that it has rolled out a new update for its zombie apocalypse title DARKEST DAYS, featuring the addition of the “Resident Expedition” content.

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“Twilight Holitore,” a new high-level map for players who prefer PvE content (Image: NHN)

DARKEST DAYS is an open-world shooting RPG developed and serviced by NHN. Since its global open beta launch on PC and mobile platforms on April 24, player engagement has been steadily increasing, particularly in multiplayer content, proving its immersive appeal. The game continues to evolve in quality during the ongoing beta, and this update sets the stage for deeper, more exciting gameplay.

The new “Resident Expedition” content is a mini-game where players organize expeditions using their residents and vehicles. Players can form teams based on each vehicle's seating capacity, and use fuel as a movement resource to explore board-type tiles featuring combat, rewards, buffs, and more. Victories grant Resident XP and various loot.

A new high-level map, “Twilight Holitore,” has also been added for players who prefer PvE content. This non-conflict zone is designed for PvE farming and features zombies ranging from level 41 to 45. In “Twilight Holitore,” players can obtain all the items available in the original Holitore, along with additional shelter facility blueprints that were previously difficult to acquire.

Also debuting in the update is the new submachine gun “Tommy.” Available in grades N to SSR, the Tommy boasts a 50-round magazine, allowing for prolonged engagements compared to other SMGs. The Tommy and a new SSR-grade armor set called the “Hunting Set” can be acquired through in-game farming or through a Lucky Box with boosted drop rates.

Players can now also use a new vehicle, the “Ambulance”, which features an impressive 11-slot storage capacity, about half the size of a player’s inventory. This makes item collection more efficient and enjoyable. In addition, DARKEST DAYS has added a report system to the PvP map “Rootland” and improved the kill log upon death, providing a more stable and secure gameplay environment for players.

Meanwhile, DARKEST DAYS revealed its 2025 update roadmap in late May, sharing plans for core content with players. Through the June 5 update, DARKEST DAYS introduced cumulative XP gain after level 40 and additional ER sources with improved acquisition rates. Moving forward, DARKEST DAYS also plans to implement guild system and content updates, a new growth system (Survivor Levels), melee weapon buffs, a complete skill system overhaul, and a rework of the party system to better meet player expectations.

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The new “Resident Expedition” content is a mini-game where players organize expeditions using their residents and vehicles. Players can form teams based on each vehicle's seating capacity.