Release recap: Midjourney moved its default from V7 to V8.1
The June transition highlighted resolution and reference continuity.
The update
On June 11, Midjourney changed its default from V7 to V8.1. This recap does not identify today’s default.
In the design workflow
The announcement emphasized larger HD output and continuity in style references, personalization and aesthetics. These are vendor claims, not our testing.
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Sources verified: 2026-09-09 · Article date reflects SREFLY’s editorial publication.
- Midjourney official source ↗
Midjourney · Source published: 2026-06-11
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