As of October 27, 2026, the crow pet in the Minimo playtest is tied to the new achievements added in Build 0.2.7944, the October 26 update. The patch notes say one of those achievements changes how you earn the crow pet. It is a vanity cosmetic companion, and completing the right achievement adds it to your companion inventory automatically. The exact achievement name and requirement are not confirmed in the research behind this guide, so check your in-game achievement list.
Summary: Minimo Playtest Crow Pet Unlock
- Build: 0.2.7944, the update titled “The Paladin Arrives, plus two new islands.”
- Playtest date: Monday, October 26, 2026, in three one-hour windows.
- Crow pet: A vanity cosmetic companion with no confirmed gameplay effect.
- How to unlock: Through the new achievements in this build, linked to the new island content.
- Claiming: The pet is added to your companion inventory automatically when the achievement is completed.
- Also fixed: Boss kills now count toward achievements.
- Not confirmed: The exact achievement name, its requirement, and whether the pet carries over past the playtest.
What Build 0.2.7944 Changed
Minimo is a 30-minute co-op roguelite from Low Drag Labs where up to 200 players share one world, fish, craft, explore and take down bosses together. It is still in invite-only playtests, and Build 0.2.7944 is the one that went live for the October 26 session.
The headline addition is the Paladin, a front-line support class that fights with a one-handed war hammer. Every hit builds Holy Power, which you spend to heal your party with a burst of light or to brand an enemy so every hit on it lands harder. The basic attack is called Holy Bonk. The update also brings two new islands and a cleaner HUD that keeps more of the world on screen.
For anyone chasing the crow pet, the line that matters is in the patch notes: new achievements are hiding in this build, and as the notes put it, “one of them changes how you earn the crow pet.” That wording tells you two things. Achievements are now part of the route to the pet, and the achievement is not labeled in the notes, so you have to find it yourself.
How to Unlock the Crow Pet in the Minimo Playtest
The crow is a cosmetic companion, so there is no shop or crafting recipe for it. Based on current information, this is the route:
- Get into a playtest session. Minimo is invite-only, so you need access to Build 0.2.7944 first. The sign-up details are further down.
- Open the achievements list and look for entries you have not seen before. The patch notes say the new achievements are hidden in this build, so some may not be obvious.
- Head to the new island content. The crow achievement is linked to the island exploration added in this update, so exploring the two new islands is the most direct way to progress it.
- Complete the designated achievement. When it unlocks, the crow pet is added to your character’s companion inventory automatically. You do not need to hand anything in or talk to an NPC.
- Check your companion inventory to confirm the pet is there.
If the pet does not show up right after you finish an achievement, give it a moment and check again. I cannot confirm how long the claim takes, since the patch notes do not say.
What Is Confirmed and What Is Not
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Build number 0.2.7944 | Confirmed as the October 26 playtest build |
| New achievements in this build | Confirmed in the patch notes |
| One achievement changes how the crow pet is earned | Confirmed in the patch notes |
| Crow pet is a vanity cosmetic companion | Based on current research |
| Pet is auto-claimed into companion inventory | Based on current research |
| Exact achievement name and requirement | Not confirmed |
| Pet stats or abilities | Not confirmed |
| Whether the pet carries over to the full game | Not confirmed |
The split matters because the patch note wording is short. Anything beyond “an achievement changes how you earn the crow pet” should be treated as the best current picture, not a final answer.
Tips for Chasing the Achievement
Boss kills now count
One of the bug fixes in this update is that boss kills now count toward achievements. Before this build, boss fights could finish without registering. If an achievement asks you to defeat a boss, it should now track properly, so do not skip boss fights while you explore.
Play in a party
The social features from the September playtest are still part of the experience. You can invite friends, see what everyone is doing and talk over proximity chat. Exploring new islands with a group is faster and safer than going solo, and a Paladin in the party can heal everyone while you work through objectives.
Use fast travel after a respawn
The update also fixes fast travel so it puts you back into the fight after a respawn. If you wipe on an island, you can return without a long run back, which saves time when your session window is short.
Watch the clock
Runs are built around a 30-minute session, and the October 26 playtest ran in three one-hour windows. Do not spend your whole window on a single objective. Pick one island, work the achievements you can see, and note anything unclear so you can report it.
Missed the October 26 Playtest?
The October 26 session was split into three one-hour windows, and as of the latest update I found, a date for the next playtest has not been announced. Here is how access works:
- Sign up through FirstLook. Low Drag Labs uses FirstLook to manage playtest invites, and you register through the Minimo page there.
- Join the Minimo Discord. The studio runs its tests through Discord, and active members get priority.
- Refer a friend. Referrals through FirstLook can move you up the list.
- Follow the game on Steam. That is where playtest announcements are posted.
Spots are limited. Invites go to players who have been on the list the longest, active Discord members and players who refer a friend. If you signed up for an earlier playtest, you should still be in the pool, according to the studio’s earlier announcements.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Looking for a shop or recipe. The crow is tied to achievements, so you will not find it for sale.
- Ignoring hidden achievements. The patch notes say new achievements are hiding in this build, so check the full list and not just the ones you are already working on.
- Skipping bosses. Boss kills now count toward achievements, so avoiding them can leave you short.
- Assuming it will carry over. This is a playtest build. There is no confirmation that cosmetics or progress transfer to a full release.
- Trusting unverified pet guides. Until the achievement name is confirmed, treat any guide that gives an exact step list with caution, including this one where it goes beyond the patch notes.
If you like finding rare unlocks in other games, our Enshrouded Cinder’s Cradle Shroud Roots guide covers a similar “find it, then claim it” loop.
Conclusion
The Minimo playtest crow pet unlock runs through the new achievements in Build 0.2.7944. The patch notes confirm that one of them changes how you earn the pet, and the current research says finishing it auto-claims the cosmetic into your companion inventory. The achievement’s exact name and requirement have not been confirmed, so check your achievements list, explore the new islands and expect details to be refined in later builds.
FAQs
How do I get the crow pet in Minimo?
Complete the designated new achievement in Build 0.2.7944. The pet is added to your companion inventory automatically.
What is Build 0.2.7944 in Minimo?
It is the build for the October 26, 2026 playtest, titled “The Paladin Arrives, plus two new islands.”
Does the crow pet have any gameplay effect?
It is described as a vanity cosmetic companion. No stats or abilities have been confirmed.
Do boss kills count toward achievements now?
Yes. The bug fixes in this update say boss kills now count toward achievements.
Will the crow pet carry over to the full game?
That is not confirmed. This is a playtest build, and progress or cosmetics may not transfer.
How do I join the next Minimo playtest?
Sign up through FirstLook, join the Minimo Discord, and follow the game on Steam for announcements. No next date has been confirmed.
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