Quick answer
Patch 3 removed an item duplication exploit triggered by pausing and opening a chest at the same time. Current guides should not recommend it as a money or resource strategy.
Verified July 18, 2026. This guide separates confirmed facts from unannounced features.
Original trigger
The official note identifies simultaneous pause and chest opening as the duplication condition. It does not describe normal chest use as unsafe or prove that every inventory duplication method is related.
After updating
Install the latest Prologue build and use chests normally. Items obtained through an old exploit may make progression or economy testing unreliable, so reproduce guides on an unmodified save when accuracy matters.
Why the page remains useful
Players searching after seeing an old clip need a direct status answer. The exploit is fixed according to Patch 3, and this page prevents stale advice from being mistaken for a supported farming method.
Frequently asked questions
Is the duplication exploit active?
Patch 3 says it was fixed.
What caused it?
Pausing while opening a chest.
Should guides recommend it?
No.
Verification sources
Neverway Guide is an unofficial fan site. Store and developer pages take priority when details change.