As one of our most popular game modes on the network, we wanted to make this upcoming season of KitPvP something truly special. This new season aims to bring forward a massive amount of new content (such as The Alchemist, a brand new Spawn, a fully revamped Shard system, Coinflips, and much more) alongside some highly requested quality of life changes. This changelog will detail all changes, big and small, which players can expect to see in the upcoming season of KitPvP. We look forward to seeing everyone on release day!
KitPvP Release Date:
KitPvP Season 4 is scheduled to launch this upcoming Saturday at exactly: Saturday 16th May 2026, 3pm PST. To view a live countdown converted specifically for your timezone, please click Here. As always, we look forward to seeing you there.
View Major Content Changes
- The Alchemist has been added, allowing players to trade rare items for Ancient Keys (releases 1 week after launch)
- Brand new Spawn has been added
- Coinflips have been added (/coinflip)
- Brand new Shard system has been implemented and is now upgradeable through progression
- Removed all version 1 maps from the KitPvP map voting
- Players can now type /disposal to trash their items
- Repair perk has been buffed from 50% -> 75% faster
- Repair runes now have a stack limit of 4 (and /runevault has been added)
- Kits with armor are no longer allowed in combat
- Resistance potions have been added to /Kit Potions
- Players can no longer get into spawn while combat tagged
- Enchanted Golden Apples have been removed from /Kit Legend
- Enchanted Golden Apples are now exclusively purchasable with Shards from the shop
- New chance to receive an Enchanted Golden Apple from AFK Rewards
- Maximum player count has been increased from 60 to 100
- More HPs have been added to /Kit HPs
- Implemented many Lunar API elements
- Added new command /eventtop
View Miscellaneous Changes
- Players can no longer claim free kits on multiple accounts
- Fixed a bug where players were able to fish for items with Fishing Rods
- Fixed various bugs related to the Player Arenas system
- Fixed a bug where the Resurgence custom enchant wouldn't always work
- Fixed a bug where you could warp to arenas while in combat
- Fixed a bug where fireworks could be heard across the entire PvP Arena
- Fixed various lore / item name conflicts with the Auction House
- Fixed various map exit exploits on many maps
- Fixed a bug where your perks and cosmetics wouldn't load
The Alchemist:
The biggest new feature making its way to KitPvP this season is The Alchemist, a brand new trading system designed to reward players who hunt down the rarest items on the server. Players will be able to trade rare items to The Alchemist in exchange for Ancient Keys, which can be transferred over and used across future KitPvP systems. Each time a trade is completed, The Alchemist will randomly select a new item they are looking for next, and players must provide that exact item for the trade to commence. The Alchemist is scheduled to release exactly 1 week after KitPvP launches, giving players time to gear up, explore, and start collecting the rarest items in preparation.

Shard System:
The Shard system has received a complete top-to-bottom rework this season, transforming it into a true progression system. Rather than being a one-and-done grind, the new Shard system is now fully upgradeable, allowing players to level it up over time and unlock stronger rewards. Shards can now be used to purchase a wide variety of items from the shop, including Ancient Gear and Enchanted Golden Apples, making every shard significantly more valuable. Whether you're a solo grinder or running with a full party, the new Shard system has something to offer.

Coinflips:
A brand new Coinflip feature is making its way to KitPvP this season! Players can now wager their in-game money against others in a quick 50/50 gamble, with a 10% tax taken from each winning pot. To keep things fair and prevent endless grinding, players are limited to a maximum of 10 coinflips per day. Whether you're trying to double up after a good farming session or risk it all for a comeback, coinflips add an entirely new layer of high-stakes fun to the server. Use /coinflip to get started.

New Spawn:
One of the most highly anticipated changes this season is finally here, a brand new Spawn has been added to KitPvP! Built from the ground up, the new Spawn features a completely fresh layout, improved aesthetics, and a far smoother experience for players gearing up or queuing into maps. The new Spawn is designed to be both a hub for players to gather and a visual showcase of the new direction KitPvP is heading in this season.

90-Day Seasons:
Starting with Season 4, KitPvP seasons will now only be 90 days long. This change allows us to keep content fresh, deliver brand new experiences more frequently, and reset the competitive landscape on a more consistent schedule. Shorter seasons mean more opportunities to compete for top placements, more frequent map rotations, and a steady stream of new content for our community to enjoy. We're excited to see how the new season cadence shapes the future of KitPvP.
As always with new seasons, it is our primary focus to ensure we deliver enough content, quality of life changes and bug fixes to satisfy our community! Players can expect to see brand new builds alongside a smoother gameplay experience with a handful of our backend plugins being updated with performance improvements. We look forward to seeing everyone this Saturday. As always, enjoy!