Dino Hunters is actively maintained by Fishgig Game with regular updates, seasonal events, and balance changes. This FAQ covers the update cadence and what players can expect in the near term.
Update Cadence
How often does Dino Hunters update? Major updates (new biomes, dinos, weapons) release every 4-6 weeks. Minor patches (balance tweaks, bug fixes) release every 1-2 weeks. Hotfixes for critical bugs can release within hours.
Where are updates announced? On the Roblox Community Group (ID 999381953) wall. Fishgig Game posts update notes within an hour of the patch going live. The r/DinoHunters subreddit mirrors the announcements.
Do updates require a download? No. Roblox games update server-side. The next time you join Dino Hunters, the latest version loads automatically.
Are updates free? Yes. All gameplay updates are free. Some updates include new paid gamepasses (cosmetic or progression), but the core content is always free.
Can I play the old version after an update? No. Roblox does not support version rollback for individual players. Once an update deploys, all players are on the latest version.
Do updates wipe progress? Almost never. Updates preserve all progress. The only progression reset in Dino Hunters history was a deliberate wipe during a major PvP rework, which was announced 30 days in advance and compensated with free gamepasses.
Seasonal Events
What is the Roaming Dinos Event? A limited-time event where rare dinos (Rare, Legendary, Apex) spawn in biomes where they normally don't appear. Forest might spawn a Legendary T-Rex during the event. The event typically runs 5-7 days and gives 2x coin rewards.
How often do seasonal events happen? Roughly monthly. Fishgig Game runs a major event every 4-6 weeks, often aligned with real-world holidays (Halloween, Christmas, summer).
What rewards do events give? 2x coins, 2x XP, exclusive cosmetics, free weapon crates, and occasionally new capture tools. Event rewards are sometimes time-limited and unavailable after the event ends.
Are events the same every year? Mostly yes, with new twists. The Roaming Dinos Event returns annually with new dino additions. Halloween adds spooky variants; Christmas adds festive variants.
Can I participate in events after they end? Limited. Some event rewards become permanently available via the in-game event archive. Most rewards are time-limited.
New Dinosaurs
How often are new dinosaurs added? Roughly every other major update. Fishgig Game has added 8+ new dinos since launch, with new ones planned for 2026.
Are new dinos Rare/Legendary tier? Both. New dinos span all rarity tiers. The most recent additions include a Legendary aquatic dino and an Apex volcanic dino.
Will Ancient-tier dinos get more species? Fishgig Game has hinted at expanding the Ancient tier in 2026. Specific species names are not yet announced.
How do I find newly added dinos? Check the Roblox Community Group for update notes. New dinos are usually highlighted with a "NEW" tag in the dino selection screen.
Balance Changes
Does Dino Hunters have PvP balance issues? Dino Hunters has restricted PvP on shared servers, so balance is mostly PvE-focused. The main balance concerns are damage output vs HP scaling for high-tier dinos.
How often are dinos nerfed or buffed? Every 2-3 months. Fishgig Game runs balance patches after observing community feedback on overpowered or underpowered dinos.
Have any dinos been removed from the game? No. Fishgig Game has not removed any dinos. Balance changes have adjusted stats but never deleted a species from the game.
Are weapon balance changes frequent? Less frequent than dino balance. Weapon stats are generally stable; balance patches focus on dinos and biomes.
Bug Fixes
How quickly are bugs fixed? Critical bugs (game crashes, save corruption) within 24-48 hours. Minor bugs (visual glitches, UI issues) within 1-2 weeks. Fishgig Game maintains a public bug tracker on the Roblox Community Group.
Where do I report a bug? Through the Roblox game page → Support → Contact Developer. Include screenshots, your Roblox username, and a clear description of the bug.
Are bug fixes announced? Sometimes. Critical fixes are announced in the Community Group; minor fixes roll silently into the next minor patch.
Roadmap
Does Fishgig Game publish a roadmap? Informally. Fishgig Game occasionally posts roadmap hints on the Community Group, but there is no formal public roadmap document.
What's planned for 2026? Based on community group hints: expanded Ancient tier, new Volcanic biome content, additional weapon types, and possibly a tournament system.
Will the game add trading between players? Fishgig Game has discussed trading in concept but has not committed to a release date. The current trading system is limited to Private Server dino swaps.
Will the game add guilds or clans? Possibly. The Roblox Community Group functions as an informal clan system. Fishgig Game may integrate native clan features in a future update.
Is the game heading toward a PvP focus? No. Fishgig Game has stated that PvP remains restricted. The focus is on co-op PvE and dino collection.
Beta and Preview Programs
Is there a beta program for new features? Not officially. Fishgig Game occasionally opens closed betas via Roblox's beta test feature, but invites are rare.
Can I volunteer to test new updates? Join the Roblox Community Group and watch for beta announcement posts. Volunteers are sometimes accepted, but it's not a guaranteed pipeline.
Are beta features free? Yes. Beta participants get free access to upcoming features and often receive cosmetic rewards for participating.
Compatibility and Engine
Will Dino Hunters move to a new Roblox engine? No. Dino Hunters runs on Roblox's standard Luau engine. Engine upgrades are pushed by Roblox, not by individual games.
Does Dino Hunters support the latest Roblox features? Yes. Fishgig Game updates Dino Hunters to support new Roblox features like voice chat, layered clothing, and improved physics within 1-2 updates of Roblox releasing them.
Will the game ever leave Roblox? Highly unlikely. Fishgig Game's identity is tied to Roblox, and migrating to Steam or another platform would require a complete rewrite.
Related FAQs
For gamepass content released in updates, see the FAQ on codes and gamepasses. For monetization during events, see the FAQ on pay-to-win. For cross-platform play related to update testing, see the FAQ on cross-platform play.
Update History (Past 12 Months)
A rough timeline of major Dino Hunters updates over the past year:
| Update | Date | Main Content |
|---|---|---|
| Apex Expansion | 2026-06 | New Apex-tier dino, Volcanic biome additions |
| Spring Event | 2026-04 | Limited-time spring event, exclusive cosmetics |
| Balance Patch 12 | 2026-03 | Dino stat adjustments |
| Mountain Rework | 2026-02 | Mountain biome redesign, new Legendary spawn |
| Winter Event | 2025-12 | Tundra seasonal event, festive variants |
| Halloween Event | 2025-10 | Spooky variants, exclusive capture tool |
| Aquatic Pack | 2025-09 | New aquatic dinos, Coastal biome additions |
| Balance Patch 11 | 2025-08 | Weapon balance adjustments |
| Ancient Hints | 2025-07 | Ancient tier teased, Volcanic vent additions |
The cadence is approximately one major update per month, with minor patches in between.
Major vs Minor Update Differences
| Aspect | Major Update | Minor Update |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency | Every 4-6 weeks | Every 1-2 weeks |
| New content | Yes (dinos, biomes, weapons) | Rarely |
| Balance changes | Sometimes | Frequently |
| Bug fixes | Some | Most |
| Downtime | 1-4 hours | 15-60 minutes |
| Code drops | Usually | Sometimes |
Major updates are the headline events. Minor updates are maintenance.
Update Rollback Procedures
If an update introduces a critical bug, Fishgig Game may roll back the update within 24 hours. The rollback process:
- Detected bug. Fishgig Game or community reports a critical bug.
- Decision to roll back. Within 2-6 hours.
- Rollback deployment. Server-side revert to previous version.
- Save data preserved. Player progress is unaffected.
- Hotfix development. Bug fix deployed within 1-3 days.
Rollbacks are rare. The last rollback in Dino Hunters was in 2025 over a save corruption issue.
Beta Testing New Features
Fishgig Game occasionally opens beta access for major features. The process:
- Announcement on the Roblox Community Group.
- Application form (usually Google Forms) within 48 hours.
- Selected testers receive a beta key.
- Beta runs 1-2 weeks before public release.
- Beta rewards distributed after public launch.
Beta access is competitive; expect 100-500 applicants for 10-30 slots. Active Community Group members have higher selection odds.
Community-Driven Content Ideas
Fishgig Game occasionally polls the Community Group for new content ideas. Past community-driven additions include:
- Triceratops frill damage bonus (community suggestion).
- Mountain North Peak rework (community-driven design).
- Roaming Dinos Event balancing (community feedback).
If you have a content idea, post it on the Community Group wall. Popular ideas get developer attention.
Roadmap Speculation (Unofficial)
Based on Community Group hints and developer comments, possible 2026 additions include:
- Expanded Ancient tier with 2-3 new species.
- Tournament system with cosmetic rewards.
- Trading system improvements.
- New weapon class (speculated to be a flamethrower).
- Mobile UI redesign for better touch controls.
These are unofficial speculations. Fishgig Game has not confirmed a formal roadmap.
Update Downtime and Communication
Major updates typically have 1-4 hours of downtime. During downtime:
- Roblox shows "Game is updating" message.
- Players cannot join.
- Existing players may be disconnected.
Fishgig Game announces downtime windows via the Community Group 24 hours in advance. Plan around them.
Update Announcements vs Patch Notes
Fishgig Game distinguishes between:
- Announcements (Community Group posts) — short summaries of what changed.
- Patch notes (in-game news menu) — detailed changelog with stat numbers.
For a new feature, expect an announcement but not always patch notes. For a balance change, expect patch notes but not always an announcement. Check both sources for full information.
Version Numbering
Dino Hunters does not use traditional version numbers (e.g., v1.2.3). Instead, updates are identified by name (e.g., "Apex Expansion") and date. The Roblox game page sometimes shows a build number, but it is not semantically meaningful.
Saving Progress During Updates
If an update deploys while you're playing, the game auto-saves before disconnecting. Your progress is preserved. Upon rejoining, you resume on the latest version.
The risk window is small (auto-save is every 5 minutes), so losing more than 5 minutes of progress is unlikely. If you lose more than 5 minutes, file a Roblox Support ticket with screenshots.
Community Group Announcement Etiquette
The Roblox Community Group (999381953) is the primary announcement channel. To get the most from it:
- Turn on notifications for the group wall.
- Sort by newest to see recent announcements.
- Don't comment on every post. Save comments for bug reports.
- Search before asking. Common questions are answered in pinned posts.
Following these practices ensures you never miss an update announcement.