Upcoming Disney Dreamlight Valley Update: Release Date and Roadmap Details

Disney Dreamlight Valley consistently rolls out new updates that introduce exciting characters, delicious recipes, and much more, but tracking the release dates can sometimes be challenging.

In the past year, devoted fans of Disney Dreamlight Valley have thoroughly enjoyed numerous content additions, which include fresh recipes, new Realms, beloved characters, and engaging Star Paths. This continuous influx of new content is what keeps players returning for more adventures.

Fortunately, Gameloft is fairly transparent about their update schedule, providing plenty of anticipation for what’s next. However, finding specific release dates can still be a bit elusive. So, here’s a comprehensive overview of everything we currently know about the upcoming Disney Dreamlight Valley update, including its expected release date and the new content on the horizon.

When is Disney Dreamlight Valley’s next update?

The next Disney Dreamlight Valley update is slated for release in October 2024.

The Dapper Delights Star Path concludes on October 1, and Gameloft usually allows a window of at least one to two weeks between the end of a Star Path and the launch of the next one. Therefore, we anticipate the upcoming update to debut in early to mid-October, with October 9 being the earliest possible date.

The August 2024 Dapper Delights update welcomed Tiana to the Valley, along with the concluding act of the A Rift in Time expansion, granting players who own the DLC the ability to unlock Jafar as a Villager.

Besides the addition of new characters, this update also featured a 1920s-themed Star Path and various quality-of-life enhancements.

Disney Dreamlight Valley roadmap

As noted earlier, Disney Dreamlight Valley is quite forthcoming about its future update strategies, and players can refer to a detailed roadmap that outlines forthcoming characters, mysteries, Realms, and the evolving narrative of the Rift in Time expansion.

In October 2024, fans can look forward to the arrival of Timon and Pumbaa from The Lion King Realm. This will likely be accompanied by an array of new quests. While it remains uncertain whether new food-related recipes will be included in this update, it is certainly a possibility.

In addition to introducing new characters, the developers have indicated that the October update will be “smaller in scope and shorter, focusing on fixes and quality-of-life enhancements to enhance your gaming experience as we gear up for a larger update later in the year.”

Looking ahead to late 2024, likely around December given the usual two-month interval between updates, Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas is expected to join the adventure. Clues like “stitch a new mystery together” and imagery of Sally’s dress hint at her arrival and a new questline filled with intriguing puzzles—only time will tell!

Since we have recently experienced the August 2024 update for Eternity Isle, the future of this expansion remains somewhat uncertain. However, the roadmap assures players to “Tune in for plenty more announcements coming later this year,” indicating that exciting updates are on the way.

Gameloft has committed to providing more details in an upcoming Showcase Stream, which is expected to reveal the rest of the year’s content, potentially including another expansion following the completion of A Rift in Time’s storyline in August 2024.

All previous updates

Disney Dreamlight Valley expansion roadmap

Disney Dreamlight Valley has become well-acquainted with a steady stream of updates, each bringing fresh excitement to the beloved game:

Updates marked with * indicate they are part of the expansion pass.

Dapper Delights – August 21, 2024: Tiana made her debut along with a 1920s-themed Star Path, a new restaurant, and recipes.
Expansion Pass Act III – August 21, 2024*: This update introduced the final act of the Rift in Time expansion and unlocked Jafar as a new character.
The Lucky Dragon – June 26, 2024: Mulan and Mushu arrived via the Mulan Realm, bringing new quests and a Mulan-themed Star Path.
Thrills and Frills – May 1, 2024: Daisy Duck joined the adventure alongside a Disney Parks Star Path and a new Boutique focusing on creativity and friendship.
Expansion Pass Act II – May 1, 2024*: The Spark of Imagination questline commenced, representing the second act, which also introduced Oswald the Lucky Rabbit.
The Laugh Floor – February 28, 2024: A new Realm welcomed Sulley and Mike from Monster’s Inc., introducing a Lovely Monsters Star Path and significant upgrades to Scrooge McDuck’s Shop.
The Pumpkin King Returns – December 5, 2023: Jack Skellington made his return to the Valley, featuring a Royal Winter Star Path and the function to add or remove Villagers.
Expansion Pass Act I – December 5, 2023*: The inaugural update for the expansion introduced Gaston, Eve, and Rapunzel, alongside a plethora of quests, recipes, regions, resources, and more.
Enchanted Adventure – September 13, 2023: This update brought Belle and Beast, along with their Beauty and the Beast Realm, as well as a Haunted Holiday Star Path for Halloween.
DreamSnaps – July 19, 2023: Marking the introduction of the DreamSnaps competition and Vanellope into the game.
The Remembering – June 6, 2023: The Fairy Godmother made her debut in the fifth update, enhancing the game’s storyline with new encounters involving The Forgetting.
Pride of the Valley – April 5, 2023: The Lion King Realm was launched with the addition of Simba and Nala, alongside the first Disney Parks Star Path.
A Festival of Friendship – February 16, 2023: This update introduced Olaf and Mirabel Madrigal, along with the Mini-Casita and Disney’s 100th anniversary Star Path, as well as the Premium Shop.
Missions in Uncharted Space – December 6, 2023: In the second update, players could unlock Buzz and Woody from the Toy Story Realm, along with a charming Festive Star Path.
Scar’s Kingdom – October 19, 2023: The inaugural major update brought Scar into the Valley, accompanied by a brand-new mine.