The Boiled One update is the next content drop for House of The Locust, the Pre-Alpha Roblox horror game by NULLWORKS STUDIOS. It has a fixed release time and adds a new anomaly, fresh maps, and a new escape sequence to the nest.
Quick answer: The Boiled One update goes live on Monday, August 31, 2026, at 10:00 PM UTC. Open the game after that time and check the live experience for the new content.
Release time: Monday, August 31, 2026, 10:00 PM UTC
Boiled One update release time by region
The update unlocks at the same moment worldwide. Use the table below to match 10:00 PM UTC to your local clock so you know exactly when to log in.
| Region / zone | Local date and time |
|---|---|
| UTC | Mon, Aug 31, 2026 · 10:00 PM |
| Pacific (PT) | Mon, Aug 31, 2026 · 3:00 PM |
| Mountain (MT) | Mon, Aug 31, 2026 · 4:00 PM |
| Central (CT) | Mon, Aug 31, 2026 · 5:00 PM |
| Eastern (ET) | Mon, Aug 31, 2026 · 6:00 PM |
| Brazil (BRT) | Mon, Aug 31, 2026 · 7:00 PM |
| United Kingdom (BST) | Mon, Aug 31, 2026 · 11:00 PM |
| Europe (CEST) | Tue, Sep 1, 2026 · 12:00 AM |
| South Africa (SAST) | Tue, Sep 1, 2026 · 12:00 AM |
| Russia (MSK) | Tue, Sep 1, 2026 · 1:00 AM |
| India (IST) | Tue, Sep 1, 2026 · 3:30 AM |
| Philippines (PHT) | Tue, Sep 1, 2026 · 6:00 AM |
| South Korea (KST) | Tue, Sep 1, 2026 · 7:00 AM |
| Japan (JST) | Tue, Sep 1, 2026 · 7:00 AM |
| Australia (AEST) | Tue, Sep 1, 2026 · 8:00 AM |
| New Zealand (NZST) | Tue, Sep 1, 2026 · 10:00 AM |
What the Boiled One update adds
Three additions are confirmed for the update. The Boiled One arrives as a new anomaly, new map versions are added, and a new escape sequence enters the gameplay loop.
- The Boiled One: A new anomaly tied to the Lights Out mode, joining The Locust as a threat in the nest.
- New Lights On and Lights Out maps: Reworked map versions that give players new spaces to search and navigate.
- New escape sequence: A fresh gameplay segment built around escaping a dangerous encounter.
Exact mechanics for The Boiled One, including spawn rules, behavior, and how the escape sequence plays out, are not detailed ahead of launch. Treat any hitbox charts, weak points, or “scripts” circulating before release as unverified.
How to confirm the update went live
Note: House of The Locust is Pre-Alpha, so expect bugs and possible short delays around a launch window. The banner copy and rollout details can shift between updates, and the Roblox event listing is the place to confirm any timing change.
Until the update goes live, the game continues to center on escaping The Locust’s nest through the colored-piece puzzle, tool collection, and the final exit. Once the timer above hits zero, log in to see the new maps and meet The Boiled One firsthand.
