Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Update 2.5 – Complete Guide to Character Overrides & Ikran Paint Customization

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Your Na’vi’s journey through Pandora has always been about connection—to the land, to your ikran, and to your identity as a Sarentu. With Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Title Update 2.5, Ubisoft has finally delivered one of the community’s most requested quality-of-life upgrades: a fully revamped customization system that puts creativity front and center.

This update introduces dedicated Character Overrides and Ikran Paint menus, giving players a clean, centralized way to manage cosmetic options—especially those added with the From the Ashes expansion. No more digging through scattered menus or guessing which cosmetics work where. Everything now has a proper place, clear labels, and better previews.

Whether you want to fine-tune your Na’vi’s appearance, give your ikran a bold new look, or simply avoid known bugs tied to the new system, this guide covers everything you need to know. Let’s dive into Pandora’s latest customization overhaul and unlock the full potential of your Sarentu’s self-expression.

1. What Are the New Customization Menus in Update 2.5?

Update 2.5 addresses a long-standing player request by introducing two dedicated and well-organized cosmetic menus, separating appearance from gameplay stats.

Character Overrides

This new menu acts as a central hub for all Na’vi cosmetic customization. Instead of cosmetics being tied to specific gear pieces, you can now independently equip:

  • Body paints

  • Facial markings

  • Other appearance-focused cosmetic unlocks

This allows you to maintain your preferred look regardless of the gear you’re wearing for combat or exploration.

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Update 2.5 – Character Overrides & Ikran Paint Customization Guide

Ikran Paint

Your loyal ikran also gets its own dedicated customization space. The Ikran Paint menu collects all banshee paint schemes and cosmetic unlocks into one place, making it easier to preview and apply new looks.

Compatibility Clarity


One of the most important quality-of-life improvements is clear cosmetic tagging. Every item now shows whether it’s usable in:

  • The base game

  • The From the Ashes expansion

  • Or both

This eliminates confusion and helps players plan their customization more effectively.

2. How to Access & Use the New Menus (Step-by-Step Walkthrough)

Getting started with the new customization system is simple once you know where to look.

Step 1: Find a Changing Place

As before, customization can only be done at a Changing Place. The earliest and easiest one to access is:

  • Inside the HQ cave, to the right of the entrance near the fire pit

Step 2: Open the New Tabs

Interact with the Changing Place and enter the customization screen. You’ll now see new or reorganized tabs labeled:

  • Character Overrides

  • Ikran Paint

Step 3: Browse, Preview, and Equip

Inside these menus, you can:

  • View all unlocked cosmetics

  • Equip appearance overrides independently of gear

The Ikran Paint menu also includes an improved Inspect feature:

  • Press the Pose button to rotate and pan the ikran model

  • View paint schemes in full 360 degrees before applying them

Step 4: Check Compatibility Tags

Always pay attention to the compatibility icons on each cosmetic item, especially if you’re moving between the base game and the expansion.

3. Pro Tips & Common Issues to Avoid

While Update 2.5 improves customization overall, there are still a few things players should watch out for.

Co-op Session Bug (Important)

  • Entering a co-op session can cause Ikran Paints and the entire Ikran Paint menu to disappear

  • Workaround: Leave the co-op session and restart the game to restore the menu and cosmetics

Other Known Menu Bugs

  • The Songcord menu may occasionally fail to display character models

  • The Weekly Crafting Materials Pack in your mailbox may show “0” items—this is visual only, and the items are still granted

Fixes Included in Update 2.5

Ubisoft also resolved several frustrating issues, including:

  • Camera zooming in on your character’s legs while changing body paint

  • Missing purchased cosmetic items

Overall, customization is now far more stable than before.

4. Why These Changes Matter for Gameplay

This update goes beyond cosmetics—it meaningfully improves how players interact with the game.

Separation of Style and Stats

By decoupling appearance from equipment, the Character Overrides system lets you:

  • Optimize gear for combat and survival

  • Maintain your preferred visual identity at all times

Better Expansion Integration

Clear cosmetic tagging makes it much easier to manage From the Ashes content, especially for players who jump straight into the expansion using the new main menu option.

A Strong Foundation for Future Content

These structured menus are clearly designed with the future in mind. As Ubisoft adds new cosmetics through updates or DLC, they’ll slot cleanly into this system without clutter or confusion.

Conclusion: Express Yourself Freely on Pandora

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Update 2.5 is a major win for players who value personalization and immersion. The addition of Character Overrides and Ikran Paint menus finally gives cosmetic content the spotlight it deserves, making customization intuitive, flexible, and visually rewarding.

Just remember to:

  • Visit a Changing Place to access the new menus

  • Use the ikran inspection tool before applying paints

  • Avoid co-op sessions when customizing ikran paints unless you’re ready to restart

With these systems in place, you’re now free to define your Na’vi’s identity—and take the fight to the RDA in unmistakable style.      

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