Attention all Hunters! If you’ve been looking for your next massive ARGB fix, XD Games has dropped a bombshell. The developers have officially announced that the next highly anticipated season of Torchlight: Infinite — SS13 Afterlight — will launch worldwide on 16 July. Get ready to reset your builds, rethink your strategy, and dive into a brand-new wave of endless loot farming.

Step Into the Light: What We Know So Far

While XD Games is keeping the full patch notes close to their chest, they’ve already given players plenty of reasons to get excited.

• The Arrival of a New Hero: Say hello to Tide Whisper Selina, a water-dwelling magic wielder who is set to completely shift the current combat meta. While her full kit is still under wraps, early teasers suggest she will blend fluid mobility with devastating magical area-of-effect damage.
• New Ways to Play: Season 13 is officially introducing dedicated Solo Self-Found (SSF) and Hardcore modes. Whether you prefer the ultimate self-reliant grind or the high-stakes thrill of permadeath, SS13 has you covered.

Mark Your Calendars: Key Dates for SS13

You won’t have to wait until launch day to see everything XD Games has planned. The lead-up to the Afterlight season is packed with community events and streams:

Event	Date / Time	Where to Watch / Attend
Season Preview Livestream	11 July @ 6:00pm BST	YouTube & Twitch
TorchCon 2026 (Shanghai)	11 July	West Bund Art Center
Torchlight Gathering (Los Angeles)	11 July @ 3:00pm PDT	Pasadena, CA (First-ever NA community meetup)
SS13 Afterlight Global Launch	17 July @ 3:00am BST (16 July, 7pm PDT)	PC, iOS, & Android

Note for UK Players: Because of the global timezone synchronization, the servers will technically open for UK and European players in the early hours of Friday, 17 July. Plan your sleep schedules accordingly!

Final Thoughts: The Summer ARPG Race is On

With Torchlight: Infinite offering a completely free-to-play, zero-stamina, infinite-loot ecosystem, the Afterlight season lands at the perfect time to capture the summer gaming crowd. Keep your eyes peeled on the official Torchlight channels next week for the full gameplay deep dive.

Are you planning to main the new hero Selina, or are you jumping straight into the new Hardcore mode? Let us know in the comments below!

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