Exploring the 'Master of Fate' update in Lords of the Fallen

CI Games has dropped a brand-new patch for Lords of the Fallen in the form of Master of Fate. This update is free for all players and can be accessed from the Character Creation menu when starting a new game. It brings some performance fixes, game balances for PvP and PvE, and most importantly, Advanced Game Modifiers for those looking for an extra challenge.

Lords of the Fallen was released in October 2023 and garnered praise from critics and players alike. The Soulslike title is set in the ruined kingdom of Mournstead. Players encounter powerful bosses and challenging environments as they journey to repair this broken world.

This article examines how you can access all the features of the Master of Fate update in Lords of the Fallen and also dives into the Advanced Game Modifiers that add a ton of variety to your next playthrough.

Here are the patch notes for the Master of Fate (1.5) update for Lords of the Fallen:

To revive its playerbase, Lords of the Fallen has introduced new quests and game modifiers that enhance your next run through Mournstead.

Advanced Game Modifiers in the Master of Fate update allow players to modify their New Game runs. One can make the game more challenging as well as add more enemies, randomize loot, and limit the use of healing items.

Below are all the Advanced Game Modifiers available in the update.

Ironman: Dying in Umbral resets your current playthrough, and you will awaken at the start once again. The world progression is reset, but player progression and inventory are retained. Certain scripted moments are excluded from this.

Pre-Upgraded Loot: Weapons, shields, and catalysts found as loot from enemies, or in the world, will come pre-upgraded based on your player level.

Randomized Loot: Loot