The Terraria development team has released update 1.40, version 1.4.5.5, for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles, addressing one of the community’s most persistent requests while simultaneously patching numerous critical exploits and stability issues. The patch, deployed on March 17, 2026, represents a significant quality-of-life and technical overhaul for the console editions, bringing them closer to parity with the PC version and restoring beloved legacy features that were lost in previous updates.<\/p>\n
One of the most celebrated additions in this update is the official reintroduction of the Classic Crafting Window. This interface, a hallmark of Terraria’s earlier years, can now be re-enabled via a dedicated toggle in the game’s settings. The choice is saved per user, allowing players to permanently switch between the modern and classic crafting layouts based on personal preference. This move directly responds to long-standing feedback from veteran players who found the newer system less intuitive for complex crafting chains.<\/p>\n
Accompanying this is a broader enhancement of control flexibility. The update introduces dedicated keybindings for the Dash and Armor Set Ability actions. Crucially, it provides an option to use a traditional double-tap directional input for dashing, a control scheme many players have muscle memory for. Additional bindings for cycling through Loadouts streamline inventory management during intense combat or building sessions.<\/p>\n
The patch notes highlight specific fixes for crashes that were tied to several high-profile magic weapons: the Shadow Beam Staff, Heat Ray, and Magnet Sphere. These weapons, popular among mage builds, could cause the game to become unstable under certain conditions, particularly in multiplayer. Their stabilization is a major win for end-game players.<\/p>\n
Another persistent world bug, the “endless rain” glitch in certain generated worlds, has been resolved. This issue could lock a world into a permanent state of precipitation, disrupting events like the Blood Moon and Solar Eclipse. Furthermore, the update corrects a bizarre but game-breaking exploit where players could use a Lava Shark mount to clip through the world’s boundaries and escape into space, bypassing intended progression limits.<\/p>\n
Beyond critical fixes, the update polishes numerous rough edges. The Secret Seed menu now includes descriptions, helping players understand the unique effects of seeds like “for the worthy” or “celebrationmk10” before committing to a new world. A new “Pause When Unfocused” setting has been added, a boon for players who multitask.<\/p>\n
Visually, several inconsistencies have been addressed. The Invisibility Potion now correctly fully hides the player model once more. Fixed are issues with lights disappearing when the game was paused, Fallen Star Block visuals, and the placement of the Angel Halo on Transformation Mounts. The low spawn rate of Ghosts from tombstones has been increased, and Gem Critters will now spawn underground regardless of active world events.<\/p>\n
The developers have systematically targeted several exploits that allowed players to gain unintended advantages. Multiple “fast mining” exploits involving projectiles and item duplication have been patched out. An inconsistency in block placement range has been standardized, and an issue with Phasesabers getting stuck outside the world bounds has been resolved.<\/p>\n
On the balance side, the Gravedigger’s Shovel has been updated to work on all cloud block types, increasing its utility. The Underground Hallow biome in the “Remix” world seed now correctly spawns its full roster of intended enemies. A delightful bit of new functionality allows Party Bunnies to transform into Faelings when submerged in Shimmer.<\/p>\n
The update, specifically labeled v1.4.5.5.3 for console and mobile, brings these platforms in sync with many PC fixes. New dedicated button bindings for Dash and Armor Set Abilities, complete with directional options, have been implemented natively for controller play. Partial Community Localization support has been added, though some UI limitations remain.<\/p>\n
Critical multiplayer and progression bugs have been squashed. A lockout issue that prevented chest crafting in multiplayer sessions has been fixed. On Xbox and PlayStation, problems that blocked achievement and trophy unlocks have been resolved. A persistent startup crash on PlayStation consoles has been addressed, alongside crashes that could occur during item research in Journey Mode or chat input.<\/p>\n
Numerous smaller fixes contribute to a smoother overall experience. An issue where character colors could be overwritten has been corrected. Item frame crafting now properly refreshes, and a previously hidden Quick Stack option has been restored to the tools menu. The behavior of favorited items in chests has been standardized, and several items that were mistakenly unresearchable in Journey Mode are now functional.<\/p>\n
Visual glitches with Rainbow Bricks, the Staff of Regrowth’s replanting logic for Blinkroot and Shiverthorn, and cosmetic issues with Critter Shampoo and the Finch Staff summon have all been corrected. The functionality of the Camera Shake toggle has also been restored for players who prefer a calmer screen.<\/p>\n
This comprehensive patch follows the major Terraria 1.4.5 “Bigger and Boulder” update, which delivered a massive wave of crossover content, new gear, and systemic changes. While that update was widely praised, it inevitably introduced new bugs and inconsistencies, particularly in the console ports where control schemes and performance considerations differ. Update 1.40 acts as a vital stabilization and refinement layer, ensuring the ambitious content from 1.4.5 is enjoyed on a solid technical foundation.<\/p>\n
The Terraria console community has long demonstrated remarkable patience and dedication, and this update serves as a direct acknowledgment of their feedback. By restoring classic options, empowering player control customization, and ruthlessly eliminating game-breaking bugs, the developers have not just fixed a game\u2014they have reinforced the trust of a player base that has journeyed through Terraria’s world for over a decade. The commitment to such detailed post-launch support, especially for legacy console hardware, underscores why Terraria remains a benchmark for live service done right, where the player’s experience is continually sculpted and improved, long after the initial sale.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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