Global publisher GRYPHLINE today announced that ‘Homecoming,’ the next major update for Arknights: Endfield, will launch on July 16, 2026. Arriving as the game’s half-year celebration update, ‘Homecoming’ centers on the next chapter of the Wuling storyline and the largest map expansion since launch. The update also adds two playable characters, a major AIC system expansion, permanent and limited-time activities, quality-of-life improvements and special celebration rewards.
“Homecoming brings the Wuling arc to its decisive conclusion and stands as a major milestone on our journey,” said RUA, Co-Founder & Level Designer. “Wuling’s story, which players have been part of since launch, is about to enter its darkest and most thrilling chapter as Endministrators once again stand with Arcane and the people of Wuling on a quest to reclaim their homeland.”
In ‘Homecoming,’ the world of Arknights: Endfield expands further with two additional maps that bring the Wuling storyline to a decisive milestone while exploring themes of returning home and confronting the sacrifices left behind. Ten years after the Very Large Rift destroyed the Wuling Science Station and forced countless residents from their homes, improvements to Xiranite Nexus have finally created an opportunity to contain the disaster. Players reunite with Arcane and join the people of Wuling on a campaign to reclaim their lost homeland.
‘Homecoming’ introduces two new main-story maps:
- Yinglung Pass: The gateway to the sealed territory, where players meet Si, a mysterious Feranmut Proxy who guides them through the final enhancement of Xiranite Nexus.
- North Wuling Exclusion Zone: A ruined homeland consumed by Blight Miasma. Players must suppress its sources and open a safe route for the returning people of Wuling.
‘Homecoming’ also introduces a personal device equipment category, giving players access to exploration tools with practical effects. New enemies include Blightshade – remnants of people and emotions preserved by Æther – while the boss Alleikhreos, Chiliarch, requires players to use special battlefield mechanics to interrupt certain attacks.
New Playable Operators
Arcane and Liino debut as playable Operators in ‘Homecoming.’ Arcane serves as the flagship operator of the update, combining direct narrative relevance with a highly adaptable combat design. Liino is a rising idol whose support kit strengthens and sustains the squad across a variety of team compositions.
Arcane:
- The captain of Yinglung Special Task Force, Arcane, has spent years fighting to reclaim the North Wuling Exclusion Zone. She takes a central role in both the story and the new playable roster.
- Arcane is the first caster whose combat form changes based on the balance between her Intellect and Will attributes. Array Arcana: INT focuses on frequent skill use, area damage and Corrosion, while Array Arcana: WILL focuses on enemy grouping, stronger debuffs and spreading Arts Infliction. This allows players to build her as either a damage dealer or a flexible elemental-team support.
Liino:
- Known as Morning Star of La Fantoma, Liino is a rising idol who mysteriously disappears shortly before a concert in Valley VI.
- Liino is an Electric supporter who uses Vocalist Stance and Cosmovoice Stance to provide sustained increases in attack and healing. Her low-cost battle skill and broadly triggered combo skill allow her to support multiple elemental compositions and improve team survivability without disrupting skill rotations.
Half-Year Celebration Rewards
To thank players for their support during the game’s first six months, GRYPHLINE will offer a range of login, mail and event rewards, including:
- A three-day Tribute of Companionship login campaign offering 3,000x Oroberyls, 5x Basic HH Permits and the free six-star weapon Farsight.
- An in-game mail package containing 2,000x Oroberyls and development materials.
- 14x Fortune Connect-and-Win attempts, guaranteeing at least 5,000 Oroberyls plus additional materials.
- Two 7-day login campaigns providing 5x limited HH Permits each.
Arknights: Endfield is available free-to-play right now on PlayStation 5, PC, and Mobile Devices (iOS and Android). Check out the review of the game on our website. Homecoming will be released on all platforms on July 16th, 2026.
Source: Press Release
