The short answer
The short answer
The current source-backed PEAK biome roster contains Shore, Tropics, Roots, Alpine, Mesa, Caldera, The Kiln, Gloom, and Citadel. A biome is a regional label in the route context, not automatically a complete map, a fixed stage count, or a promise that the same order will appear every day. Use the table for orientation, then confirm the active route in the game and compare it with the dated daily entry on this site.
The complete PEAK biomes list
The names below are the current roster recognized by the daily-map fetcher and public map source. The terrain notes are planning lenses: they tell you what to inspect without claiming exact hazards, loot tables, or fixed stage layouts.
Map, route, and biome are related but not interchangeable. A source may expose a biome sequence without every landmark. Use the biome for broad context, then read the actual session to decide where to spend stamina, pause, and carry utility.
| Biome | Where it appears | Terrain lens | Planning approach |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shore | Any source-listed route that includes Shore | Start by checking open approaches, edges, and elevation changes rather than assuming a fixed shoreline layout. | Scout the first commitment and keep the team together while the route shape becomes clear. |
| Tropics | Any source-listed route that includes Tropics | Use the label as a warm, vegetated island context; verify the actual visibility, climbs, and hazards in the current run. | Prioritize route reading and pacing before committing shared utility. |
| Roots | Any source-listed route that includes Roots | Look for organic or root-covered route features, but do not treat the name as a complete hazard guide. | Leave room to reposition and record which passage changed the team plan. |
| Alpine | Any source-listed route that includes Alpine | Expect an elevated or mountain-style context from the label, then confirm exposed climbs and safe rests in-game. | Protect stamina and decide where the next reliable pause will be. |
| Mesa | Any source-listed route that includes Mesa | Read the route as a plateau or rock-form context only after checking the current geometry and line of travel. | Compare the shortest visible path with the safest recoverable path. |
| Caldera | Any source-listed route that includes Caldera | The name signals a volcanic-basin context; exact heat, lava, and hazard behavior must be checked against the current version. | Keep recovery options available before taking a route that narrows the return path. |
| The Kiln | Any source-listed route that includes The Kiln | Treat the name as a distinct late-game or volcanic route context, not as proof of one fixed layout. | Confirm the next safe rest and avoid spending the team's last utility on scouting. |
| Gloom | Any source-listed route that includes Gloom | Use the label to anticipate a darker or lower-visibility reading problem, then verify what the current route actually shows. | Agree on visual callouts and keep a clear retreat rule. |
| Citadel | Any source-listed route that includes Citadel | Read Citadel as a structured, monumental route context; the active path and obstacles still come from the current session. | Slow down at major decisions and preserve tools for the final commitment. |
How to use a biome label without overclaiming
A useful PEAK biomes list should help with the next decision, not pretend a label reveals every object or hazard. Confirm the biome, date, and surrounding route, then separate what the game showed from what the name suggests. This keeps field notes updateable.
An Alpine label can point attention toward elevation and rest points, but cannot prove a specific climb, item location, or enemy behavior. Apply the same caution to Gloom, Caldera, and The Kiln. For mechanics, the current game and official notes outrank an old screenshot.
- Confirm the label Record the biome and route exactly as the current source or game presents them.
- Inspect the first risk Look for the climb, gap, visibility issue, or hazard that changes movement first.
- Plan around recovery Choose a pause and a turn-back rule before a narrow route removes options.
- Date the observation Keep the build date and game version beside any terrain or equipment note.
How biomes and maps relate in PEAK
Map, route, biome, and stage work better as separate layers. A map is the navigable space; a route is the path or sequence context; a biome is the broad regional label; a stage or landmark may be smaller than all three. Keeping them separate prevents a PEAK biomes list from promising a fixed map order.
The daily source exposes a biome sequence, not a permanent world chart. A dated record answers what that source reported, not what every lobby, patch, or future reset will use. The table below therefore describes evidence and use, not invented one-to-one map assignments.
| Layer | What it can tell you | What it cannot prove alone |
|---|---|---|
| Biome label | The broad regional name attached to a source entry or route. | Every hazard, item location, or exact geometry in the current run. |
| Map or route entry | The dated sequence or visual context reported by a source. | A permanent daily schedule unless the game or official notes confirm one. |
| In-game session | The final state your group must navigate right now. | What a different patch or lobby will show tomorrow. |
| Patch note | An official change title and any details stated in that post. | A complete unofficial tier list or a mechanic not mentioned by the post. |
For official biome announcements and patch context, read the update log.
Which biome is active today?
The dated snapshot below connects this PEAK biomes list to the current search intent. It is written into the HTML at build time. If the card is pending, confirm the route in your game rather than treating an old community image as current.
A daily result expires; the roster above remains useful. Use the current sequence to decide what to inspect, then return to the session for exact geometry and hazards.
Build-time daily map
Today's PEAK map
- Biome
- Shore, Tropics, Mesa, Gloom, Citadel
- Record date
- Next reset
- 17:00 UTC (daily)
This snapshot is written during the build. Confirm the route in PEAK after a reset or update. Check today's live map
Equipment and team strategy by biome context
A biome name should change priorities, not force a rigid tier list. Start with route utility for the next decision, reserve food or stamina support for the next push, and assign recovery responsibility before a risky section. Item value can change with balance updates, so this is a method, not a permanent-stat claim.
Before the climb, write the first risk, its supporting resource, and the stop point. Afterward add the date, biome, route, and result. This creates a useful record without turning one observation into a universal rule.
- Route first Pack for the first commitment visible in the session, not for an imagined biome stereotype.
- Share roles State who carries recovery or route utility so an item is usable when pressure rises.
- Keep a margin Do not spend every resource before the return path or next safe rest is known.
Quick answers
PEAK biomes list FAQ
How many biomes are in PEAK?
This guide currently tracks nine named biomes: Shore, Tropics, Roots, Alpine, Mesa, Caldera, The Kiln, Gloom, and Citadel. Recheck the game and official updates after major patches.
Do PEAK biomes change every day?
The daily route or biome sequence can change with the map rotation. Use the dated source and current game rather than inferring a fixed schedule from one record.
Are PEAK biomes the same as maps?
No. A biome is a broad regional label, while a map or route is the space or sequence your source or session presents. A single source entry can contain multiple biome labels.
Where can I check the active biome?
Use map rotation guide first, then confirm the route in-game. The card stays pending when dated data cannot be verified.
Where can I learn what PEAK is?
Start with our what PEAK is guide for the core loop, maps, rotation vocabulary, and a beginner checklist.
What is the best gear for every biome?
There is no responsible one-size-fits-all answer without verified item effects and the current route. Inspect the first risk, assign recovery responsibility, and check official changes before relying on an old recommendation.
Sources and limits
How this PEAK biomes list is maintained
The biome names come from the maintained daily-map source and official PEAK update context. Terrain and strategy notes are deliberately framed as cautious planning guidance. The current game session remains the final authority for exact geometry, hazards, item effects, and changes not stated by an official source.