Equinox: Homecoming — Patch 1.0

Released: 2/21/2026, 6:19:47 PM

Source: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/3258290/view/542257048915544045

Summary (AI)

Equinox: Homecoming's 1.0 update introduces new braided mane styles, vibrant mane and tail colors, and themed rider bundles alongside a 30-day free Riding Pass for new players and Lifetime Riding Pass for Early Access users. The patch improves lighting and soundscapes, refines clothing skinning to reduce clipping, and enhances overall optimization and server performance. Additional quality-of-life features include chat customization, added icons for horse attributes, and a “Help, I’m Stuck!” support option. Several quest mechanics have been expanded, race medal requirements rebalanced, and over 300 navigation fixes implemented to reduce player stuck issues. Various minor visual and animation issues have been addressed, with some cosmetic fixes planned for future updates.

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The only items exclusive to the Early Access store are the White Rose tail and mane accessories.
Deluxe Rider’s Bundle: Bring the spirit of Alderwood in each ride with this set that feels as though it was foraged from the forest itself.
Nature Rider’s Bundle: Leave a lasting impression with this elegant black and gold riding set.
No! After purchasing the game, you will always have access to future chapter releases and gameplay updates.
In lieu of a mandatory subscription, we are offering optional Horse Packs and Riding Passes. You can read more about them in this developer blog.
Around 8~12 hours of content including the first three chapters of our game, fully polished and with cutscenes. You'll begin your investigation into the truth and start to uncover the occult conspiracy lurking on the island!
An OPTIONAL monthly experience and reward booster. While active, players receive triple the rewards from completed Weekly Goals and 20% extra experience and silver gains.
All Early Access players will automatically receive a Lifetime Riding Pass.
Everyone will start from scratch after launch!
Early Access players who have completed Weekly Goals can use their Early Access Coins to purchase materials and seasonal tack. For more details about what is in this shop read this developer blog!
You'll be able to begin playing the game now! Keep in mind that all progress will be wiped on launch day.