The fastest way to leave a group
To leave a group in Deepwoken, open your character menu, find the group tab, and select the leave option next to your group name. The process takes about five seconds and removes you from the group when ready. You do not need permission from the group leader or any other member.
If you cannot find the group tab in your character menu, check that you are actually in a group — solo players will not see a group section at all. The group tab only appears when you have joined one. Look for a tab labeled "Group" or "Party" depending on which version of Deepwoken you are playing.
Key Takeaways
- Open your character menu and navigate to the group tab to see your current group and the leave option.
- Leaving a group is when ready and does not require approval from the group leader or other members.
- If you are the group leader and want to disband the group entirely, all members must leave first or you must remove them individually.
- Leaving a group does not delete your character or affect your progress — you keep all your items, levels, and stats.
- You can rejoin the same group later if the leader invites you again, or create a new group whenever you want.
What happens when you leave a group
When you leave a group, you are no longer part of that team. You will not see group chat messages, you will not share experience points with other members, and you will not appear on the group roster. The other members will see you disappear from their group list when ready.
Your character itself is not affected. You keep all your equipment, your level, your skills, and anything in your inventory. Leaving a group is purely a social action — it does not reset or delete anything about your character. Any progress you made while in the group stays with you.
If you were in the middle of a dungeon or quest with the group, leaving will separate you from them in the game world. You may need to find your own way back or restart the activity solo, depending on how Deepwoken handles mid-activity departures.
If you are the group leader
If you are the leader of the group and you want to leave, you have two options. You can remove each member individually before you leave, or you can straightforward leave and the group will disband automatically once everyone else has left as well. The group does not stay open with no leader.
If you want to pass leadership to someone else instead of leaving, look for a transfer leadership or promote option in the group menu. This varies depending on your Deepwoken version, so check the group settings tab first. Some versions allow you to right-click on a member's name to promote them.
Removing members one at a time takes longer than just leaving, but it gives you control over who stays and who goes. If you want the group to continue without you, promoting someone else is the best option.
Rejoining a group after you leave
If you leave a group and change your mind, you can rejoin if the leader sends you another invite. There is no penalty for leaving and coming back — your character progress stays the same either way. The leader can find you in the player list and send a new invite just as they would to any other player.
If the group has disbanded or the leader has removed you, you will need to ask them to invite you again or find a different group to join. Some players create new groups regularly, so you may have other options available.
Troubleshooting: The leave option is not showing
If you open the group tab and do not see a leave button, try closing the menu completely and opening it again. Sometimes the interface needs to refresh, especially if you just joined the group moments before.
If the problem continues, check that you are actually in a group by looking at the top of your screen or in the group tab itself. If the tab is empty or says "no group", you are not currently in one and there is nothing to leave. If you believe you should be in a group, ask the leader to send you a new invite and wait a few seconds for it to appear in your notifications.
Creating a new group instead of joining one
If you want to start fresh with your own group instead of joining an existing one, look for a create group option in the group menu. You will become the leader automatically, and you can then invite other players to join you. This is useful if you want to play with specific friends or control who is in your team.
Creating a group is free and takes just a few seconds. You can disband it at any time by removing all members and then leaving yourself. There is no limit to how many groups you can create or join over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I lose my items or progress when I leave a group?
No. Leaving a group does not affect your character in any way. You keep your level, your equipment, your inventory, and all your progress. Groups in Deepwoken are only for team communication and shared experience — they do not store your belongings.
Can the group leader stop me from leaving?
No. You can leave a group whenever you want, and no one can prevent it. The leader cannot lock you in or require permission. Leaving is always your choice.
What if I leave and want to rejoin the same group?
Ask the leader to send you another invite. If the group has disbanded, you will need to find a different group or create your own.
If I am the leader and I leave, does the group stay open?
No. If you leave as the leader, the group disbands once all other members have also left. You cannot leave a group open with no leader.
Will leaving a group affect my character's stats or abilities?
No. Your stats, abilities, and skills are tied to your character, not to the group. Leaving changes nothing about how your character performs in the game.