The latest update for Digimon Story: Time Stranger was released on October 10, 2025, across all platforms—PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam. This patch introduces significant enhancements to the Bond system, along with various bug fixes and performance improvements.
🔧 Key Changes in the October 10 Update
💎 Bond System Enhancements
The update emphasizes the importance of the Bond between a Digimon and its partner, affecting several gameplay mechanics:
- Extra Strike Activation: The likelihood of triggering an Extra Strike now increases with higher Bond levels. GameFAQs
- Critical Hit Rate: A stronger Bond boosts the Digimon’s critical hit rate. GameFAQs
- Item and Rare Drop Rates: The Digimon with the highest Bond among battle members influences item and rare drop rates. GameFAQs
🐞 Bug Fixes and Quality-of-Life Improvements
The update also addresses several issues to enhance gameplay stability and user experience:
- Bug Fixes: Various bugs have been resolved to improve overall game performance. rpgsite.net
- Performance Improvements: Optimizations have been made to ensure smoother gameplay across all platforms. rpgsite.net
📦 Version Information
- PlayStation 5: Version 01.000.004
- Xbox Series X|S: Version 1.5.1.0
- Steam: Version 20280266
These updates are now live and can be downloaded via their respective platforms.
