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**Peak’s Latest Free Update: The Roots Brings a Thrilling New Biome and Exciting Challenges**

Indie studios Aggro Crab and Landfall have seen surprising success with their game, Peak. As more groups of friends dive in to tackle its harrowing climbs, the developers have released the game’s latest free update, **The Roots**.

This update introduces a brand-new biome inspired by the dense forests of the Pacific Northwest. While Peak’s core gameplay still revolves around climbing, players now find themselves scaling towering trees within this lush, sprawling forest. Climbing these trees presents a unique challenge regardless of party size.

Adding to the tension are giant insects roaming the forest, including massive spiders that can cocoon players in webs and drop them from great heights, leading to potentially perilous falls. Players will need to stay alert and work together to survive these new threats.

The update also adds native mushrooms scattered throughout The Roots biome. Players can choose to consume these mushrooms, but beware—doing so carries risks, including the possibility of turning into a zombie-like state.

In addition to the new biome and creatures, **The Roots** update brings tweaks to Peak’s cooking system. It’s now possible to place non-food items over the fire and observe mysterious effects. The developers haven’t revealed what these effects are, encouraging players to experiment and discover secrets on their own.

Moreover, players can now cook berries to remove their poison, making them safe to eat. However, this cooking method does not work on mushrooms—so handle those fungi with caution while exploring the forest.

For the complete list of changes and updates, be sure to check out the full patch notes available on Steam.

Get ready to climb, survive, and discover all-new dangers in Peak’s thrilling Roots update!
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146689/peak-the-roots-update-release-date

**Global Population to Peak at 10.8 Billion Before Decline: UN Report**

*By Snehil Singh | Sep 30, 2025*

The global population is projected to continue increasing until around the year 2080, reaching a peak of approximately 10.8 billion people, according to a recent United Nations report. Following this peak, the population is expected to decline, with a reduction of nearly 100 million people by 2100 compared to the peak figure.

### Declining Birth Rates Drive Population Changes

This population decline is predicted to be most significant in wealthy, developed nations. Factors such as increased education and rights for women are influencing family planning decisions, contributing to falling birth rates. Sociologist Stuart Gietel-Basten from Hong Kong University told *Nature* that low fertility rates reflect “broken systems and broken institutions” that prevent people from having the families they desire. He described this situation as a “real crisis.” Economic pressures, including rising living costs, also discourage many from parenthood.

### Social Implications and Challenges

The potential decline in population raises pressing concerns about the sustainability of social support programs, especially those aimed at assisting the elderly. Some have controversially suggested imposing taxes on individuals who choose not to have children as a way to mitigate these challenges. However, experts caution against punitive approaches, emphasizing the need for systemic changes that support family planning choices and help maintain a balanced global population.

### Toward Progressive Solutions

Experts speaking with *Nature* recommend implementing progressive social policies to address the shifting demographic landscape. Suggestions include offering paid parental leave, reducing child care costs, and eliminating child poverty. Rebecca Zerzan, senior editor of the UN Population Fund’s *State of World Population* report, stated that adopting such policies would foster a society where “people are happier, healthier, and able to pursue education alongside work.”

Addressing the demographic challenges ahead requires thoughtful policy reforms that empower individuals and strengthen social systems rather than resorting to punitive measures.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/world/world-population-will-decline-by-100m-before-year-2100-un/story

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