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Sea of Thieves Update 1.299.143 Out for Important Hotfix This May 2

  by   Damien Seeto  
May 2, 2024 5:45 am in News

Rare has released Sea of Thieves update 1.299.143 today for an important hotfix related to Season 12. Check out the details down below as posted by Rare.

Sea of Thieves Update 1.299.143 Patch Notes:

Rare has not posted the full patch notes yet, but they did post that a hotfix is out today on the game’s official Twitter/X page. You can read the announcement below.

The Sea of Thieves servers are now offline for our planned hotfix, which includes a fix for Guilds play. Take some time to add a few feathers to your favourite hat or write a poem about owls and we’ll let you know when it’s safe to set sail once again.

We will update this post as soon as we can when the official patch notes are revealed later today. The game will be back online when maintenance finishes very soon.

Source: Sea of Thieves X/Twitter

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The Finals Update 2.6.0 for Version 1.000.029 Adds Terminal Attack Game Mode This May 2

  by   Damien Seeto  
5:28 am in News

Embark Studios has released The Finals update 2.6.0 (PS5 update version 1.000.029) and this brings a new game mode called Terminal Attack. Several other balance changes have been made too. You can check out the May 2 patch notes posted down below.

The Finals Update 2.6.0 Patch Notes:

PS5 version 1.000.029

Update 2.6.0
MID-SEASON EVENT: TERMINAL ATTACK

Welcome to the mode:

Terminal Attack is a new 5v5, single-life, attack-and-defend game mode in which contestants take turns delivering the decryption key to the terminal and the best of seven rounds wins. Attackers are tasked with completing the upload, while defenders must prevent it by any means necessary.

No healing. No revive. One life.

Players can regenerate health up to 100 hp, and gadgets do not regenerate at all, so engage with caution and go in with a plan. You can play Terminal Attack in the SYSHorizon, Monaco, and Las Vegas arenas, and be warned, the destruction you cause will carry over through all seven rounds.

Throughout the event, cash in contracts to earn event cosmetics to show your support for CNS, a rogue hacking collective, and VAIIYA, a cyber-security firm. Which side are you on?
Get in there, contestants!

This week, we have a special article from our Design Director, Matt Lowe, who explains League ranks, the journey THE FINALS has taken, changes in this update, and the potential future of ranked play. Please give it a read here.

This update has plenty more to offer, all outlined in the bullet points below. The highlights include a change to Private matches that allows matches to start with as few as 2 players and the addition of Power Shift! Let the 1:1 battles commence!

We’ve added two bonus Battlepass pages with rewards for the grinders out there. Make sure to check out the new drip!

Power Shift has a new arena in rotation! Now you can ride the platform through Seoul.

Finally, for the first time ever, the new Outfit added to the store will allow you to purchase individual items from the bundle as well as the entire bundle all at once. We also added a way to equip your new item to the contestant of choice at the time of purchase, but this feature has a bug that displays the wrong image and fails to equip. We have a fix already, but it will come in the next update. Check the bundle out right here!

A note on Anti-cheat:

The current state of cheating is one we are acutely aware of and actively combating. We have a team of skilled engineers, data analysts, security experts, and machine learning experts whose full-time jobs are centered around anti-cheat. Talking too much about anti-cheat can provide too much info to those who build, sell, or use cheats. And yet, if we say nothing, many will feel we aren’t doing enough.

Easy-Anti Cheat is our base software. It acts as the first line of defense and a catch-all for blatant, non-careful cheating. After that, we have added additional layers of prevention methods and anti-cheat tools and software that obfuscate, check telemetry, hardware behavior and more. With each passing week, we add more rules based on our own data and adjust the old ones. This is because anti-cheat is a game of cat and mouse. With every change we make, the cheat makers respond, and we switch tactics and they follow suit.

When we catch cheaters, depending on the level of offense, we may provide a 7 day ban or a permanent ban. If the offender is cheating for a second time, the ban will become permanent.

We have also introduced a video report program on Discord, where you can capture cheating when you see it and provide the video as evidence. This is to catch cheaters who evade our current anti-cheat preventions and to provide our community of players with a place to report hard evidence. From these reports, we will be able to better understand the types of cheats that evade our current systems.

Please know that we are developing several new technologies and techniques that we will test and deploy as soon as they are ready. We will never back down from this challenge.

Now, let’s look at the mid-season update in detail:

Balance Changes

Gadgets

Barricade

  • Increased the size of the Barricade by 20%

Glitch Grenade

  • Update glitch effect so that it will now pass through Mesh Shields and Dome Shields

Stun Gun

  • Increased the Stun Gun projectile’s maximum travel distance from 12m to 16m
  • Players who are stunned can now use their Specializations and Gadgets while stunned
  • Players who are stunned can now aim down sights while stunned
  • Players who are stunned can now crouch
Dev note: We felt that the Stun Gun was a little too dominant as a Gadget and led to many slow, inevitable deaths. The stun effect now mostly lowers the target’s movement speed, blocks them from jumping, mantling, or vaulting over obstacles, and interrupts interactions. This makes stunned players vulnerable but gives them a fighting chance.

Vanishing bomb

  • Decreased the impact of the cloaking effect on the Vanishing Bomb, so affected players are slightly easier to see when moving
Maps

Monaco: Power Shift

  • Tweaked the traversal options between Villas and Park for easier access to rooftops
  • Minor adjustments to the spawn points around the Forest and Royal Plaza areas to provide a clearer frontline during the final stretch
  • Slightly adjusted the path of the platform to fix some clipping issues and make it more accessible on the road between Shopping District and Forest
Specializations

Cloaking Device

  • Decreased the impact of the cloaking effect so that cloaked players are slightly easier to see when they are moving

Weapons

FCAR

  • Decreased damage from 25 to 22
  • Increased magazine size from 20 to 25
  • Increased the fall-off damage multiplier at max range from 50% to 55%, meaning the weapon does slightly more damage at range
Dev Note: Our data shows us that the FCAR is very strong in the hands of good players but harder to use for newer players. These changes hopefully rein in the weapon’s power at higher skill levels, while making it slightly more forgiving to use for newer players

Content and Bug Fixes

Animation
  • New intro and idle animation added for Dagger and Sword
  • Swapping items when quick meleeing will now instantly cancel the quick melee animation
  • Fixing an issue preventing hand gestures from playing for dual-wield items
Audio
  • Increased priority of enemy footsteps, and tweaked attenuation and occlusion to make them easier to hear.
  • Tweaked loudness of dematerialize and rematerialize sounds
Battlepass
  • Added two bonus pages of rewards to the end of the Battlepass – good luck contestants!
Characters
  • Fixed an issue where the fur on the bunny outfit was flickering when viewed at close distances
  • Fixed an issue where players did not get the default outfit when creating a new contestant
Controller Gyro Aiming
Important!

There is currently a serialization issue with some of the new gyro settings in this patch, which causes players to initially get the wrong defaults.

We therefore recommend that you restore defaults in the Gyro tab before enabling and trying out the new settings.
  • Moved gyro aiming options to a separate tab in the settings menu.
  • Made general improvements to the responsiveness and precision of gyro aiming controls.
  • The “gyro orientation” setting now has three modes:
    • World (New) – Rotation is based on the controller’s rotational movement in the world
    • Local – Rotation is locally read from the controller’s point of view
    • Player (Previously World) – Rotation is based on the controller’s rotational movement from a player perspective
  • Vertical gyro sensitivity is now an absolute value, rather than based on a ratio of the horizontal sensitivity
  • Added a new setting that enables focal length scaling for gyro aiming, which scales sensitivity based on changes in FOV, making scoped weapons more precise
  • Added options for inverting each gyro axis individually
  • Added new settings for gyro acceleration, which increases sensitivity the faster the controller rotates, allowing for sharp turns while maintaining precision for small and steady adjustments
  • Add a new ‘flick stick’ mechanic that can be enabled with gyro, which changes the functionality of the look stick so that you can quickly snap to face any direction
  • Added the following optional controller binds:
    • Reset vertical rotation (necessary when playing with flick stick)
    • Toggle gyro aiming (On/Off)
    • Disable gyro aiming (Hold)
Gadgets
  • Flashbang
    • Fixed an issue where weak flashes could overwrite strong flashes
  • Fixed an issue where Grenades, Mines, and C4s with default customization sometimes got a random customization applied
  • Fixed an issue where spectators could trigger mines
  • Fixed several issues where it looked like the player could place an object but no object appeared
  • Fixed an issue where the preview arc showed the in-air detonation effect on grenades that don’t actually detonate on a timer
Game Modes
  • Power Shift
    • Added Seoul to the map pool
Graphics
  • Reduced graphical Temporal Anti-Aliasing (TAA) artifacts on consoles
Maps
  • General
    • Adjusted collision on some bushes to improve interactions with placeable jump-pads
    • Fixed an issue where Zipline Cables did not break correctly when intersecting certain objects
  • SYS$HORIZON
    • Reduced the intensity of some of the interior colors
Dev note: Monitor and graphic settings that boost saturation make the colors more intense. Adjusting these settings can help to further reduce the intensity.

Private Matches
  • Lowered the requirement to start private matches to 2 players
  • The private match lobby creator now has the option to opt out of participating in the match
  • The private match lobby creator can now kick players from the lobby
  • Minor UI improvements to the private matches screen
  • Power Shift is now available in private matches
Ranked Tournaments
  • Reduced Ranked Tournaments size from 48 to 24 players
Dev Note: This change should make matchmaking faster, make tournaments available to more players in different regions, and help improve the quality of skill-based matchmaking leading to closer games
  • Reduced Ranked Tournament duration from four rounds to three, to account for the change in the number of players
  • Increased the speed at which visible league rankings synchronize with SBMM ratings
  • Improved matchmaking to closer matchmake player within their league rank
  • Added an indicator in the league overview screen to show your change in rank progression from the last tournament you participated in
Dev Note: This is the same arrow indicator that you get after a ranked tournament has completed so that if you missed it, you can review it on the league overview page.
Settings
  • Add a link to the Embark Portal in the system menu
Specializations
  • Fixed an issue where turrets lost targeting on players with riot shield
  • Fixed an issue where turrets would fall through buildings and not rotate when landing
Stability
  • Fixed three of the most common crashes
  • Fix for being able to close the “Compiling shaders” screen resulting in a softlock
Store
  • Players can now purchase single items within a Bundle
  • There’s now an equip button in the store rewards screen
UI
  • We have added a score log to display more scoring events in all different game-modes
  • Various playertag marker changes
    • Playertags now show distance to you
    • Playertags in-game are now uppercase
    • There’s now an effect on in-game healthbars to indicate healing
  • Fixed an issue in Game Summary where you could see duplicate stats for the same player
  • Fixed an issue where the ‘Contracts’ tab could faultily be accessed from the Battle Pass screen
  • Fixed an issue where the camera could be misplaced after inspecting rewards in the circuit screen
  • Polished and refined how pings are visualized in-game
    • Ping-icons are now smaller and will scale depending on their screen-centeredness
    • Pings, team health bars and objective icons now fade out when they come closer to the center of the screen
    • Off-screen enemy pings now behave like other off-screen icons and hug the screen edge closest to the pinged location. (Was previously not visible when off-screen)
    • Fixing bug where spectating players wouldn’t fade icons when the spectated player enters aim-down-sights
  • Voice lines for the default ping (when you ping a random location with no object attached to it) have been updated to be more consistent. Previously it would use “I will…” and “We should…” intermittently
    • In general, pinging something will now ask your allies to engage with that object, while pinging the ground will announce your own intention to move there
  • Updated options in the Contextual Ping menu
    • “Huddle here” changed to “Group up,” with all new voice lines
    • “Moving here” changed to “Go here,” using more consistent voice lines
  • Fixed an issue where you didn’t go to the correct page in the Battlepass from the outfit screen
  • Fix rare instances where first-person animations such as, reloads, inspects, and deploys could not be changed through customization
  • Added the ability to track contracts with a right click on the circuits screen
  • Fix for showing a single item rarity in the UI when previewing out of a bundle instead of the bundle rarity
  • Hit-indicator now differentiates damage from these types of attack
    • Long range damage
    • Short range damage
    • Melee damage
VFX
  • Polished the grappling hook wire animation.
Weapons
  • Improved melee aim assistance so that it not only looks for targets when the attack is initiated by the player, but also validates that they are still correct at the time aim correction is applied. This should reduce the number of occasions where melee attacks could pull the player away from a target
Security and Anti-Cheat
  • Added a requirement to have Secure Boot enabled for suspicious players
  • Several new suspension rules based on anomaly detection
  • Added suspension rule for using Aimbot
  • Tweaks to current anomaly detection
  • Hardened the suspension progression system

We will let you know when the next update is released soon.

Source: Steam

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Helldivers 2 Update 1.000.301 Patch Notes for May 2 Brings Crash Fixes

  by   Alex Co  
5:16 am in News

Arrowhead Game Studios has pushed out Helldivers 2 update 1.000.301 on both PS5 and PC, and this is a minor patch that brings stability improvements more than anything else for May 2.

Helldivers 2 Update 1.000.301 Patch Notes:

Overview

For this patch, we have addressed some crashes as well as performance improvements following the decline from the last patch:

  • Performance improvements
  • Crash fixes

Fixes

  • Fix for a crash that could occur during the post mission end screen
  • Fix for crash which could occur when destroying automaton tanks.

Known Issues [Unchanged since patch 1.000.300]

These are issues that were either introduced by this patch and are being worked on, or are from a previous version and have not yet been fixed.

  • Damage-over-time effects may only apply when dealt by the host. We expect to have this fixed in the next patch.
  • Reinforcement may not be available for some players who join a game in progress.
  • Helldiver may be unable to stand up from crouching when surrounded by enemies.
  • Game may crash if the host leaves while dead and rejoins the same play session.
  • Game may crash if the player changes the text language while on a mission.
  • Various issues involving friend invites and cross-play:
  • Friend Request cannot be accepted when the requesting player changed their username before the request was accepted.
  • Cross-platform friend invites might not show up in the Friend Requests tab.
  • Players cannot unfriend players befriended via friend code.
  • Players cannot unblock players that were not in their Friends list beforehand.
  • Players may experience delays in Medals and Super Credits payouts.
  • Enemies that bleed out do not progress Personal Orders and Eradicate missions.
  • Scopes on some weapons such as the Anti-Materiel Rifle are slightly misaligned.
  • Arc weapons sometimes behave inconsistently and sometimes misfire.
  • Spear’s targeting is inconsistent, making it hard to lock-on to larger enemies.
  • Stratagem beam might attach itself to an enemy but it will deploy to its original location.
  • Explosions do not break your limbs (except for when you fly into a rock).
  • Area around Automaton Detector Tower makes blue stratagems such as the Hellbomb bounce and be repelled when trying to call them down close to the tower.\
  • Planet liberation reaches 100

In other Helldivers 2 news, the devs detailed the Eruptor changes and shrapnel mechanics which is a hot button topic for the community.

[Source: Helldivers Discord]

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Fortnite Star Wars Crossover Begins May 3, Bringing the Force to Battle Royale and Beyond

  by   Jack Breitenbach  
May 1, 2024 5:58 pm in News

The now-annual Fortnite Star Wars crossover begins on May 3, bringing blasters, lightsabers, and galactic battles to the world’s most popular battle royale. The crossover will introduce new content to all of Fortnite’s core modes, including LEGO, Fortnite Festival, and Rocket Racing.

You can watch the new cinematic for the Fortnite Star Wars crossover below:

The introduction of Star Wars content will mark the end of the Avatar: The Last Airbender crossover event, so make sure you finish unlocking those items soon. LEGO Fortnite’s definitely getting the biggest chunk of content as part of this crossover, so we’ll start there:

LEGO Fortnite

The crossover brings a new island to LEGO Fortnite. This new island is home to both Rebels and the Empire, and players can help build up the Rebel Village to earn special rewards like lightsabers and unique blasters. They’ll also have to fight against the Empire’s forces. It’s even possible to make new settlements out of the remnants of Empire’s bases.

There’s also a new LEGO Pass centered around Star Wars content. Buying the pass will immediately grant you the new Chewbacca skin, and progression unlocks new builds for the mode itself. It’ll run you about 1,400 V-Bucks, which is not too bad in the grand scheme of things.

Battle Royale

Chewbacca also makes an appearance in the flagship Battle Royale mode. You’ll have to free him from Imperial Roadblocks in each match, at which point he’ll reward you with a powerful Wookie Bowcaster to take down your enemies. This weapon has a charge shot available as an alternative to its regular rapid fire.

Darth Vader also makes a return to the island, and you can once again get his lightsaber by defeating him. In the past, he landed at a random spot and was guarded by a patrol of Stormtroopers, so it’ll likely operate the same way. You can block, slash, and throw with it as you’d expect. You can also grab one of the Stormtrooper’s E-11 blaster rifles.

As is typically the case with these crossovers, there will also be a handful of quests to complete. Doing them all will award you with a Star Wars-themed back bling.

Fortnite Festival

The classic Mos Eisley Cantina is replacing the Fortnite Festival Jam Stage as part of the event. Players will also have a chance to jam out to the classic Cantina Band track as part of the event and even buy special Cantina Band instruments to add to the immersion of it all. In particular, the Seven-string Hallikset Guitar is unlockable by completing quests.

Rocket Racing

There are some new vehicle decals to unlock in Rocket Racing. In particular, there’s an Anakin’s Podracer decal and a Darth Maul decal that add some extra Star Wars spice to your races! Completing a set of, you guessed it, quests will also unlock an Energy Binders trail for your wheels inspired by podracing.

A handful of Star Wars skins will also release across all platforms. Dagobah Luke and Cloud City Lando Calrissian are brand new, and all previous Star Wars skins will also make a return, including Boba Fett, Han Solo, Leia Organa, Kylo Ren, and more. You’ll also be able to buy a Mandalorian-themed car skin for Rocket Racing and Battle Royale.

We’ll be sure to share patch notes once the crossover officially drops in-game. The Fortnite Star Wars event begins May 3.

[Source: Fortnite]

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Lawyer Pushing for Class Action Lawsuit Against 2K for TopSpin 2K25 “Not Functioning as Advertised”

  by   Alex Co  
5:39 pm in News

If you’re having issues playing TopSpin 2K25 since you can’t even connect to the game’s servers or having issues being disconnected, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, 2K and Hangar 13 made the odd move of requiring players be online in order to play even the single-player portions of the game (like Career Mode). Well, a certain lawyer is fed up with all of this and is pushing for a class action lawsuit.

Attorney Floris Vulto who is a barred lawyer at Helder Advocatuur in The Hague, Netherlands, is organizing a class action lawsuit on the grounds of TopSpin 2K25 “does not function as advertised” and noting how the single-player mode fails to work offline. In addition to that, Vulto also highlights how the TopSpin 2K25’s servers are scheduled to shut down at the end of 2026 (as mentioned in the game’s product page), which is something that wasn’t clearly communicated to players at the time of purchase.

Vulto’s goal in the lawsuit is to obtain a reimbursement of all affected players and also potentially securing other forms of compensation. Vulto adds that they want to hold the developers accountable for misleading advertising.

If you’re interested in joining this lawsuit, you can do so by filling out this form. You can direct message Vulto directly here if you have questions and whatnot about it.

For now, 2K hasn’t said anything on whether they have plans to make Career Mode available offline. Aside from players not being able to access the game due to server issues, it has even translated to other players losing progress.

MP1st Take:

There is no reason for TopSpin 2K25 to not be operation offline. If it was multiplayer, sure. But Career Mode? Yeah, that should work offline. The only reason why it’s not is because of microtransactions. I mean, 2K can’t really sell you cosmetics, boosters and whatnot if you’re offline, right? This is something the publisher has been chastised for multiple times when it comes to WWE 2K, NBA 2K and now, TopSpin 2K25.

It’s sad to see this happen to the game and the developers. I mean, behind all this is a solid tennis game, which is what we noted in our review.

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Persona 3 Reload Update 1.004 Sneaks Out on PS5 This May 1

  by   Alex Co  
4:03 pm in News

Atlus has released Persona 3 Reload update 1.004 on PS5, and based from what we’ve seen, it’s not available on other platforms (last-gen consoles and PC), which is odd. Chances are, the last-gen versions (and PC) are getting this update at a later date or the PS5 version has an issue that’s specific to that platform.

Persona 3 Reload Update 1.004 Patch Notes:

Update (May 2): After a day, Atlus has released the patch notes!

  • Fixed an issue where during cutscenes, the lip sync would not match audio when set to English audio
  • Minor bug fixes
  • File optimization

Unfortunately, Atlus has not acknowledged the patch or any changelog just yet. While we’re not expecting new content, there’s quite a few bugs left untreated in the game.

Some of the bugs we know about that’s still present:

  • low-res and scaling issues (something we pointed out in our previous patch post for the game when one was released back in March).
  • Translation errors
  • Bug in Tartarus when you have someone scout and when you meet up with them they glitch all over the screen. (via masterduelistky)

If you know of any bugs that got fixed, or know of a few issues that’s still plaguing the game, leave a comment below and we’ll add it to the list.

We’re checking the community on what else they notice about the patch, and if we get an idea what’s in it, we’ll update the article. If Atlus releases an official changelog, we’ll update the article ASAP.

Update: Added official notes via Steam

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Starfield Next Update on May 15 Brings New Features, Land Vehicle and More Incoming in Future Updates

  by   Alex Co  
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Bethesda is pushing out the Starfield next update on live servers next week on May 15, but it’s available now in the Steam Beta branch. Just what’s in store for the game come patch day? Read on for the changelog, and new features.

Starfield Next Update New Features and Patch Notes (Out May 15):

Check out the list alongside video of what it’ll be in the actual game alongside the extensive patch notes detailing each and every bug fix noted in the Starfield Steam Beta for version 1.11.33.

  • Improved surface maps – We’ve heard your feedback, and we’ve made some big improvements to surface maps, so you’ll always know just where to go and no longer “get lost” on the way to your parents’ place (and they weren’t buying that excuse anyway, you should really go visit them).
  • New gameplay options – For those of you who like a bit of an extra challenge or want to make some aspects of the game easier, you can customize your experience with brand new options in the Settings menu. Want to make ground combat harder but ship combat easier? You can do just that!
  • Added Ship Decoration mode to the interior of Ships – now you can decorate your ships just like you can with Outposts!
  • Added Tabs to Container menus to make managing your inventory easier.
  • Added the ability to change Traits and appearance after entering the Unity.
  • Added Dialogue camera toggle in the Settings.
  • Added Display settings for Xbox Series X to prioritize Visuals or Performance (Series X).

New Game Plus Trait Respeccing

Replayability is huge in Bethesda Game Studios games, and in Starfield the universe opens up *even more* with New Game Plus. Now, after you enter the Unity, you’ll have the option to change both your appearance and your Traits. It’s another way for you to choose who you want to be in your new universe.

Quality of Life Improvements

In addition to the major features coming in this update, there are also a ton of quality-of-life improvements like the ability to toggle the dialogue camera off. Now you’ll be able to watch scenes play out from your chosen perspective. There are also new tabs in your Container and Barter menus, making it easier to see where you’re navigating to when quickly cycling through the menus.

BUG FIXES

GENERAL

  • General Stability and Performance improvements.
  • General improvements for Character fleeing, avoidance and pathfinding.
  • Fixed various issues with object placement.
GAMEPLAY
  • Fixed an issue that could cause a ship’s maximum shield capacity to appear decreased after loading a save with certain assigned crew.
  • Fixed an issue where invisibility could persist on a companion’s weapon after invisibility effect ended.
  • Scanning flora/fauna XP is now also awarded via harvesting/killing.
  • Resolved an issue with unintended harvest items appearing in flora from blended biomes.
  • Addressed an issue that prevented repeated docking with a previously commandeered ship.
  • Fixed an issue with Class C flight behavior after entering targeting mode while boosting.
  • Addressed an issue that could occur when attempting to dock with a ship as it grav jumps away.
  • Fixed a ship scanner issue that could occasionally display incorrect hostility or crew count.
  • Fixed an issue where docked ships would appear to overlap after loading a save while boarding.
  • Stunned Characters should no longer display the option to talk to them.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause apparel to not display as intended on mannequins.
  • Helmets placed on Mannequins should no longer cull the neck and torso section.
  • Addressed an issue that could cause weapons to duplicate when looting and enemy.
  • Addressed a rare issue that could cause characters to not exit dialogue when attacked.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause the dialogue camera to quickly shift focus when exiting conversations.
  • Neon and Ryujin security should be more diligent on arresting the player for criminal behavior.
  • An Autosave should now be created when fast travelling to the player ship if Save on Travel is enabled.
  • Fixed an issue with sandstorm hazards not working as intended under certain conditions.
  • Fixed an issue with weather changing incorrectly when entering a ship.
  • Addressed an issue related to using the Starborn Power ‘Inner Demon’ on certain Robot models.
  • Resolved a few issues related to loading a save after using ‘Phased Time’ power.
  • Fixed an issue with lip-sync while ‘Phased Time’ was active.
  • Fixed a rare issue that could cause legendary Starborn weapons to lose their special effects.
  • Resolved an issue that could prevent storing items in containers aboard the Razorleaf.
  • Addressed an issue that could cause the player to appear as if they were in zero gravity after completing a temple.
  • Fixed an issue with Rifle Certification skill that could prevent faster reloading benefit.
  • Resolved issue with certain weapons not being able to fire immediately after they were aimed.
  • Resolved and issue that could cause melee attacks to occur without animation.
  • Fixed a visual issue with the Laser sight emitted from an enemy Magshear.
  • Resolved a weapon visibility issue that could occur when opening the hand scanner with ‘Toggle Iron Sight’ setting enabled.
  • Fixed a weapon visibility issue that could occur when switching between weapons of different types.
  • Addressed an issue with how the Subtitles from the ECS Constant were displayed.
  • Addressed an issue with gaps appearing on the character when previewing helmets in the Transfer Menu.
  • Resolved and issue that could cause clothing to be seen through the spacesuit after aiming with a scope.
  • Addressed and issue that could cause enemies to receive unintended force when killed.
  • Fixed an issue that could occur when killing a seated character.
  • Loading save should retain camera settings.
  • Addressed an issue that could cause quests to have a much longer cooldown than intended.
  • Resolved an issue where UC ships could still send friendly hails to a member of the Crimson Fleet.
  • Fixed areas of Moara’s ship where player could become stuck.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause the desk inside the Ship Services building in Akila to disappear.
  • Fixed an issue that would prevent random ship encounters from landing on planets in some situations.
  • Fixed an issue with the turn counter on the persuasion minigame when dealing with the Star Parcel Freighter.
  • Ship Service Technicians should now return to their normal location if they had previously wandered away.
  • Players who find their way into Benjamin Bayu’s penthouse should now be able to exit properly.
GRAPHICS
  • Exterior ship lights should now appear as intended in Photomode and during travel sequences.
  • Fixed various shadow issues (flickering and precision).
  • Fixed an issue that could cause the galaxy map to zoom out to an incorrect extent. (PC).
  • Fixed a rare issue that could cause the ocean to not blend smoothly with the shore.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause the screen to be stretched on 16:10 and 32:10 screens with FSR3 in the character editor (PC).
  • Improved the look of depth of field in specific cases.
  • Fixed subtle flickering that could occur on some on highlighted parts in the ship editor.
  • Improved the look of lighting and shadow under trees.
  • Improved wind direction consistency.
  • Fixed an issue causing the glow of stars to be slightly visible through planets.
  • Fixed a few visual artifacts with some VFX.
  • Improved the look of rain ripples on water.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause missing fog to occur while landing in Neon.
  • Improved flickering artifacts sometimes present with upscaling techniques DLSS, FSR, XeSS (PC).
  • Fixed a few flickering and ghosting issues for FSR3 (PC).
  • Fixed an issue that could cause the game UI to disappear after changing the Borderless Full Screen option when using FSR3 (PC).
  • Fixed an issue that could occasionally cause artifacts during camera transitions.
  • Fixed a rare issue that could cause missing object highlights in the hand scanner.
  • Fixed a rare issue that could cause visible rain effects inside a spaceship.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause water to turn white in New Atlantis when using a particle beam.
  • Adjusting a setting option that read as “Off” to now read as “Low Quality” for motion blur.
  • Adjusted the default value for Ship Third Person FOV.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause weapons on racks or in containers to disappear or change upon re-entering the player’s ship.
OUTPOSTS
  • Fixed an issue that could cause robots to appear unassigned after deleting the Outpost Crew Station.
  • Addressed an issue with Cargo Link parts not updating orientation after moving a structure at an Outpost.
  • Removed red outline that could sometimes remain on objects after they were repaired at an outpost.
  • Fixed an issue where changing greenhouse flora types in Outposts could disconnect the water input.
  • Resolved an issue with environmental hazards persisting inside outpost structures built in hazard areas.
  • Fixed an issue where greenhouse plants sometimes didn’t move correctly when the greenhouse was relocated.
  • Fixed issues where stairs could sometimes be deleted when deleting objects placed on them at an outpost.
  • Addressed an issue that allowed the player to reach unintended locations by stacking furniture in Outposts.
  • Resolved an issue with storage container auto foundations appearing where stackable containers already exist in Outposts.
  • Fixed an issue with Outpost wires not moving correctly when a wired structure was moved.
  • Addressed an issue that could cause habitat modules to float when supporting structures were removed.
  • Fixed an issue that could unintentionally affect the ambient audio of Outpost items.
  • Fixed an issue with inner-system cargo ships not unloading resources to capacity.
QUESTS
  • Back to the Grind: Fixed an issue that could cause the camera to unintentionally return to first person when exiting the interview seat with Imogene.
  • Breaking the Bank: Fixed an issue where unselected Dialogue options would incorrectly gray out when talking to Chief Purser Murata.
  • Breach of Contract: Resolved the issue where Dr. Keala may not have been present at the intended location.
  • Crew Encounter: Resolved an issue that could cause Betty Howser to not appear in Jake’s bar to be hired.
  • Echoes of the Past: Fixed a rare issue that could cause Delgado to get stuck while traversing the canyon.
  • High Price to Pay: Fixed an issue where progression could halt if a United Colonies character was hit during the escape.
  • Hostile Intelligence: Resolved the issue that could cause the Steam Tunnels to become inaccessible if the mission area was left for a long time.
  • Into the Unknown: Addressed an issue that could cause Vladimir to no longer give the Player Temple locations.
  • Into the Unknown: Fixed a rare issue where the temple location would not populate when receiving the “Go to” objective.
  • Legacy’s End: Fixed an issue that could cause Huan Daiyu to not be positioned as intended at the end of the mission.
  • Legacy’s End: Fixed in issue that could cause the Crimson Fleet Prisoners to have incorrect idle lines while standing in the Brig of the Vigilance.
  • Legacy’s End: Resolved an issue with returning to the Key if a freed prisoner was killed.
  • Loose Ends: Addressed an issue that could cause the scene between Neshar and Neon Security to not occur as intended.
  • No Sudden Moves: Fixed a rare issue that could cause Petrov to get stuck walking to the artifact.
  • One Small Step: Addressed an issue that could cause Vasco to appear stuck in the floor of a commandeered Crimson Fleet ship.
  • One Small Step: Miners should no longer fire on the player in the Vectera mines.
  • One Small Step: Resolved an issue that could prevent fast travel to the ship from the world boundary.
  • Rook Meets King: Addressed an issue that could cause idle animations to play on a corpse.
  • Sabotage: Fixed an issue that could cause manipulated characters to move in an unintended way.
  • Start-up Stopped: Addressed an issue that sometimes caused the quest not to initiate.
  • The Best There Is: Fixed an issue that could cause player to incorrectly receive and unintended objective.
  • The Devils You Know: Improved where characters were looking in some scenes.
  • The Mantis: Fixed a rare issue that could cause the Razorleaf to disappear.
  • The Old Neighborhood: Addressed an issue that could occur when using area of effect attacks in Moara’s ship.
  • War Relics: Addressed an issue that could cause Unit 99 to appear stuck.
  • Left Behind: NPCs will no longer talk about being attacked by wildlife on lifeless planets.
  • Legacy’s End: Resolved an issue that could cause NPCs to be culled depending on where the player is located.
  • Grunt Work: The Terrormorph should no longer get stuck if lured into the room Hadrian is hiding in.

Important to note that while the patch deployed to the live version of the game will most likely house the same changes, there’s sometimes a thing or two that’s changed or omitted. Once the data download is out, we’ll post the full patch notes so there won’t be any confusion.

As to what’s next, Bethesda states that they are not slowing down with updates. Not only are we getting the Shattered Space DLC later this year, but the studio has mentioned that there will be a new land vehicle for speedier exploration, official mod support and more incoming for the game.

[Source: Steam, Bethesda]

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Remnant 2 Update 1.000.029 Patch Notes for May 1 Lists a Ton of Fixes

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Remnant 2 update 1.000.029 is now out this May 1, and this brings a long list of fixes to the game. Not only that, but there’s even a quality of life feature added for backup saves on PC. Read on for the complete patch notes listed below.

Remnant 2 Update 1.000.029 Patch Notes for May 1:

[ Performance and Crashes ]

– Fixed an issue where DLSS was no longer showing up for Microsoft Store and PC GamePass versions of the game.
– Fixed an issue where sometimes unlocking a new trait could cause a potential crash.
– Fixed an issue where the game would potentially crash if it could not reach match making servers.

[ Quality of Life ]

= General =
– Added a feature where backup saves on Steam and Epic will automatically be loaded upon finding a corrupted save.

DEV NOTE: This is only on Steam and Epic platforms because they’re the only platforms that allow us to create back up saves.

[ Bug Fixes ]

= General =

– Fixed an issue where some players were not receiving “Thank You For Being A Friend” Achievement.

DEV NOTE: If you have the reward that was granted when the Achievement should have been issued, all you should need to do is touch the World Stone in Ward 13 and it should unlock the Achievement.

– Fixed an issue where players were not able to receive the Crimson Guard Shroud if they had the True Crimson Crown.
– Fixed an issue where it was possible to not complete all of the Memento turn-ins to Dwell in multiplayer.

DEV NOTE: Players should now be able to continue their turn-in quest with Dwell. If after completing the quest and you have not received your reward, follow up with Dwell again and ask him about the pieces, he will reward you if you have collected 3 and missed the reward previously.

– Fixed an issue where players could potentially pick up an item labeled Temp_Mcguffin in Goddess’s Rest.

[ Progression & Rewards ]

– Fixed an issue where after triggering specific cubes and then dying it would lock out the quest to retrieve Cubegun.
[ Archetypes ]

= Gunslinger =
– Fixed an issue where Gunslinger’s prime perk was not firing off correctly.

[ Gear / Items ]

– Fixed an issue where Weapon Lord values were not in line with the intended values called out in the previous patch notes.
– Fixed an issue where Corrupted Savior’s Mod decay timer was not ending for clients.
– Fixed an issue where Corrupted Merciless Mod was autoloading at the same time as the final shot.
– Fixed an issue where Trinity Crossbow and Huntmaster were skipping the “re-cock/bolt” portion of their reload animation while Bulletstorm was active.
– Fixed an issue where Trinity Crossbow was gaining infinite ammo while Bulletstorm was active.
– Fixed an issue where Power Stone projectiles were not targeting certain Fae enemies and instead would hover above them.
– Fixed an issue where Deathwish was not draining the correct amount of life per second.
– Fixed an issue where Bulletweaver was not working Anguish’s Mod.
– Fixed an issue where duration modifiers were not working with Anguish.
– Fixed an issue where Anguish’s Mod explosions’ damage was not being properly calculated.
– Fixed an issue where Crystal Staff would target critters in world.
– Fixed an issue where Hunter’s Focus was granting 100% Critical Chance at all times.
– Fixed an issue where Blasting Cap damage bonus was incorrect.
– Fixed an issue where Bottom Heavy was showing formatting text.
– Fixed an issue where Defensive Action Loop inspection info was set up incorrectly.
– Fixed an issue where Sweet Leaf was not behaving correctly with Bulwark.
– Fixed an issue where Samoflange was not reducing damage as described in description.
– Fixed an issue where Thorn was able to lock onto invisible items.
– Fixed an issue where Bloodless Crown was missing a visual asset in game.
– Fixed an issue where Polygun reload animation continued play even while jumping.
– Fixed an issue where several guns with overheat animation would continue to play will performing a landing roll.
– Fixed an issue where some skills’ cooldowns would be ignored if the player was falling while the skill was being activated.
– Fixed an issue where Monolith’s Mod would allow players to perfect dodge while inside the Sandstorm Mod allowing some items to proc unintentionally.

[ Enemies ]

– Fixed an issue where the texture on Shifting soldier incorrectly changed when marked by the Blooming Flower.
– Fixed an issue where Stampede affix was dealing too much damage.
– Fixed an issue where Lydusa was not being affected by Brightstone Consumable debuff.
– Fixed an issue where Stone Warden was dealing more damage than intended.
– Fixed an issue where flying enemies in The Forgotten Kingdom could get stuck and not able to move in some locations.
– Fixed an issue where the Bloodless Heir could teleport off the edge of the arena.
– Fixed an issue where Kiln enemies could still fire projectiles when banished by Repulsor Mod.

[ UI ]

– Fixed an issue where the inspect information for Profane Soul Stone was missing a “%” from its description.
– Fixed an issue where description for Profane Soul Stone was incorrect.
– Fixed an issue where it was not possible to scroll through archetypes if all of them were unlocked.
– Fixed an issue where quest objective after defeating Forgotten Kingdom was disappearing instead of updating.
– Fixed an issue where Heatwave was showing incorrect values.

[ Misc Fixes ]

– Fixed an issue where you could tell Walt you’re looking for your friend in Adventure mode and One-Shot versions of DLC2.
– Fixed an issue where players could use Wormhole to get out of the world on Root Earth.
– Fixed an issue where if a client player was downed while reloading, they would continue to the play the reload animation.
– Fixed an issue where characters were sometimes removed from cinematics, causing issues where players would be locked out cinematics.
– Fixed an issue where the Very Good Boy could get stuck inside the Cinderclad Forge miniboss.
– Fixed an issue where shooting over some ledges caused the Visual Effects to disappear on Monolith and Plasma Cutter.
– Fixed an issue where players could reenter Goddess’s Rest to require rewards after completing questline.
– Fixed an issue where players would sometimes not play world stone animations with Atonement Fold equipped

Once Gunfire releases another patch, we’ll be sure to let our readers know.

In case you didn’t know, there was a new premium DLC released last week. You can read our review of The Forgotten Kingdom expansion here.

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Apex Legends New Legend “Alter” Announced for New Season

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The next Apex Legends update isn’t just bringing a new Collection Event, but a new legend! Respawn Entertainment has announced the next Apex Legends character and their name is Alter which will be part of the new season, “Upheaval.”

Check out the story trailer with the full gameplay blow out set for May 3.

Born from stone with tremendous power. Trained in the art of assassination. A hunter of the old ways. Asking the newest legend, Alter, “Who are you?” may never get you a straight answer.

According to EA, more details regarding the new Season will be announced soon, which we assume this week. Once we have the gameplay and Alter’s abilities, we’ll let our readers know.

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MechWarrior 5 Update 1.14 Missiles Out for Fixes This May 1

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Piranha Games Inc. has pushed out MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries update 1.14, which houses a short list of fixes available now on all platforms. Read on for everything new i the patch notes below.

MechWarrior 5 Update 1.14 Patch Notes for May 1:

  • Fixed an issue with Kill counters not working correctly on Arena Exhibition Missions
  • Fixed an issue where Arena Expedition Matches spawned too many enemies
  • Fixed an issue where some Mechs Spawned underground in Arena Exhibition Matches
  • Fixed an issue in Arena Exhibition Mission where AI mechs would not move due to Nav Mesh
  • Fixed an issue where the “Attack My Target” Command would result in Lancemates not moving toward the target

Originally released back in 2019 on PC, the game made its way to Xbox platforms on May 27, 2021, and on PlayStation on Sept. 23, 2021.

ABOUT THIS GAME

BE YOUR OWN WEAPON OF WAR
Welcome to the year 3015! It’s a hell of a time to be alive.

Humanity has colonized thousands of star systems spanning a vast region of space known as the Inner Sphere. The golden age of cooperation and advancement is now a distant memory, and humanity has once again splintered into disparate factions all vying for supremacy.

In the midst of these Succession Wars, power hungry Mercenaries like yourself are in a privileged position to capitalize big time. It’s dangerous work but that’s why you’re here, right? If you’ve got an itch to blast, wreck, stomp and go all out ballistic, step inside and become your own weapon of war!

STORY
As the inheritor of a once-prominent Mercenary company, reborn in the flames of its near destruction at the hands of conspiring factions, your quest for glory and revenge will stretch light-years as you chase threads of interstellar intrigue along your journey to becoming an elite MechWarrior and mercenary commander.

THE INNER SPHERE
Home to thousands of star systems and an array of stunning biomes, the Inner Sphere is alive with activity, purpose, consequence, and variety. Systems will be captured and reclaimed, major events will unfold, and new technologies will come to light.

The rigors of war will be seen with each passing week as your relationships with the various factions fluctuate according to the relentless Succession Wars and your choices as the leader of a Mercenary outfit.

GAMEPLAY
The battlefields of the future are dominated by BattleMechs, hulking machines of war capable of leveling entire cities. As a BattleMech pilot you’ll rain havoc upon enemy ‘Mechs and targets, including tanks, ground vehicles, aircraft, advanced defenses, and reinforced bases.

Few things can withstand the power of a ‘Mech for long, and the worlds of the Inner Sphere are veritable playgrounds of destruction awaiting your shielding defense or crushing devastation.

BATTLEMECHS
“With over 50 unique ‘Mech chassis and hundreds of sub-variants, all fully-realized with high-fidelity models, damage states, and equipment, no two ‘Mechs are the same!
Whether acquired from scouring the markets of the Inner Sphere for rare and valuable chassis and equipment, or salvaging directly from the wreckage of your annihilated enemies and the spoils of war, the maintenance and operation of your BattleMechs will be vital to your success both as a MechWarrior and a Mercenary outfit commander.”

THE MERC LIFE
Off the battlefield, as the leader of a Mercenary company you will need to manage all the key components of running a unit.

You’ll need to maintain and acquire ‘Mechs and equipment, hire and field MechWarriors from throughout the Inner Sphere to join you on the battlefield, and manage your relationships with the Great Houses of the Inner Sphere, all of whom are vying for your contribution to their staggering war efforts.

[Source: MW5Mercs]

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PlayStation Plus Free Games for May 2024 Revealed

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Sony has revealed the PlayStation Plus free games for May 2024, and it’s not a bad bunch. Headlining the freebies are EA Sports FC 24 (which got an update today), as well as Ghostrunner 2, which will be available next week on May 7.

PlayStation Plus Free Games for May 2024:

EA Sports FC 24 Standard Edition | PS4, PS5

EA Sports FC 24 marks the beginning of the future of football. Built on innovation and authenticity, feel closer to the game in the most true-to-football experience yet with the best players from the biggest clubs, leagues, and competitions around the globe. Experience unparalleled realism in every match thanks to three cutting-edge technologies: HyperMotionV, PlayStyles optimized by Opta, and the enhanced Frostbite Engine. With more than 19,000 fully licensed players, 700 teams, and 30 leagues including the men’s and women’s UEFA Champions League, EA Sports FC 24 brings unrivalled authenticity to the pitch.

Ghostrunner 2 | PS5

(Read our review of Ghostrunner 2 here)

Survive a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk future in this intense and immersive first-person experience, which builds on the fast-paced action of the original. As before, it’s a one-hit kill scenario: fight through enemies without taking damage yourself. But in this sequel, there are numerous combat improvements, non-linear levels with complex motorbike sections and exciting new modes. Your new skills allow you to be more creative and take on even the most demanding encounters with greater accessibility… however, your foes behave uniquely depending on the skills used on them, providing a fresh challenge with each encounter.

Tunic | PS4, PS5

Explore a hostile and intricately-connected world of shady forests, sprawling ruins, and labyrinthine catacombs in this stylish isometric adventure. Discover hidden treasures and secret techniques to help you on your way. Clash with colossal beasts and smaller enemies deep beneath the earth, high above the clouds and in places stranger still. All will test your knowledge of technical combat as you courageously dodge, block, parry and strike to conquer them. Collect the missing manual pages, bursting with hints and original full-color illustrations.

Destiny 2: Lightfall*** | PS4, PS5

This Destiny 2 expansion takes Guardians to Neptune to discover a neon metropolis unlike anything you’ve exploded in Destiny 2 before. Meet the Cloud Striders, join the fight against the Shadow Legion, and prevent devastation in the technologically advanced secret city of Neomuna. Arm yourself with new rewards and unlock new Dark powers with the new Strand subclass: flow through the city with newfound speed as you grapple from building to building. Every class can tap into this new element, but it’s up to you to create the perfect build.

The EA Sports FC 24 Ultimate Team Starter Pack

PlayStation Plus members can also kickstart their Football Ultimate Team experience or build up their existing squad with the PlayStation Plus Football Ultimate Team Starter Pack. This pack includes 11 untradeable players rated 82 or above, alongside one of football’s all-time greats as an ICON Loan Player Pick for seven games.

You’ll be able to find and download this bundle in addition to the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games line up on PlayStation Store. Download EA Sports FC 24 from PlayStation Store to access. Once downloaded, the bundle’s contents will be available in-game immediately.

Don’t forget to claim your PlayStation Plus April 2024 free games before they’re replaced by Sony next week.

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone Update 1.43 for Season 3 Reloaded Fires Out

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Sledgehammer Games has released Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone update 1.43, and this ushers in Season 3 Reloaded! This brings a bunch of new maps, new weapons and more! Those on current-gen will see this as Modern Warfare 3 update 1.043, with the full patch notes for all platforms available below.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone Update 1.43 Patch Notes for May 1:

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Update Version 1.043 on PS5

MULTIPLAYER and ZOMBIES

WELCOME TO SEASON 3 RELOADED

Reload your Season 3 experience of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III with today’s update!

The Season 3 Reloaded game update will roll out this morning across all platforms. While you wait, take some time to read the Patch Notes below for a comprehensive list of gameplay improvements, weapon balance, new features, and bug fixes you can expect when you play.

NEW MAPS

Grime (6v6)

Take to the derelict streets of London in an all-new, medium-sized map that supports all varieties of gameplay.

Checkpoint (6v6)

Deploy to a familiar locale as the Stronghold portion of Rebirth Island has been modified to support 6v6 Multiplayer gameplay. Developed in partnership with our friends at Beenox.

NEW WEAPON

BAL-27 (Assault Rifle)

A bullpup prototype weapon designed to increase fire rate over time while the trigger is squeezed. The first 4 shots are slower to fire but highly accurate.

Unlock it via the classified sector in the Season 3 Battle Pass.

NEW AFTERMARKET PARTS

JAK Wardens (Lockwood Mk2)

Relive the glory days, stir up the hornet’s nest, and take down your enemies, leaving no loose ends with these museum-worthy akimbo lever-action Shotguns.

Unlock it today today via the Season 3 Week 5 Challenges!

JAK Patriot (M16)

Converts the M16 into a fully automatic rifle with a heavy ported barrel built to provide superior recoil control and firing aim stability.

JAK Atlas Kit (AMR9)

Converts the AMR9 into an extremely lethal and accurate 5-round burst carbine chambered in 556.

NEW MODES

Escort

In a game of strength and endurance, each team gets a turn to escort a MAW to its destination as the opposing team tries to stop it at all costs.

Minefield

Watch your step! Deadly mines are deployed at the death site of players, triggered by the presence of the fallen player’s team.

Arcade

Fight for control of weapons kitted with game-changing modifiers available for pickup around the map, all the while not forgetting to PTFO.

NEW EVENTS

In addition to limited-time Double XP and the ongoing Vortex: Vi.Rus Mainframe events, the Call of Duty Endowment has a two-week event on the horizon.

Call of Duty Endowment: U Assist Veterans

Complete the CODE UAV Challenge to help military veterans navigate their career search while earning rewards.

GLOBAL

CUSTOMIZATION

  • Resolved an issue preventing the Wheelson-HS Killstreak from running over enemies while the Fire Breather Skin is equipped.
  • Slash Damage Tracers on the Dino Might Blueprint will now consistently play.
  • Improved visual effects when removing the Barrel from the Viral Ignition Blueprint.

PROGRESSION

Introducing Weapon Prestige Camos

In Season 3 Reloaded, we’re introducing Weapon Prestige Camos, a new progression system for players to flex mastery of their favorite weaponry in Modern Warfare III.

To unlock a Weapon Prestige Camo, players must earn a set amount of Weapon XP for any weapon of choice, including those carried forward from MWII. Weapon Prestige Camos are earned on a per-weapon basis, rewarding commitment and giving those of you completionists a grind to keep you busy for Seasons to come.

Our debut Weapon Prestige Camo is One Trick. Unlocked upon earning 150,000 Weapon XP, this camo coats the entire surface of your weapon in molten gold – and yes, it’s animated.

You can expect to see a new Weapon Prestige Camo in each of the remaining Seasons ahead. We look forward to seeing which weapons you choose first for your journey to prestige!

MULTIPLAYER

UIX

  • Increased the number of allowed favorite Attachments from 10 to 30.
  • Weekly Challenges that reward an Aftermarket Part will now display the base Weapon in the information modal.
  • Added Locked and Unlocked filter options to Calling Cards in the Customization menu.

Bug Fixes

    • Unlocked Calling Cards that required Challenge completion once again indicate the fulfilled criteria.
    • Resolved an issue causing the Customization menu to not appear properly on ultrawide displays.
    • Addressed an exploit allowing multiple Attachments to be equipped to a single slot on a Weapon in the Gunsmith.
    • Quick Equip option in Bundles is once again available while using a mouse and keyboard input device.
    • Pros and Cons are no longer hidden when viewing locked Attachments.
    • Prompt to perform a Finishing Move on enemy Operators is now visible while using a Juggernaut Recon.
    • Weapon ammo count no longer disappears after performing a Finishing Move while using a Juggernaut Recon.
    • Bomb Drone Killcams no longer display overlapping overlay effects.

GAMEPLAY

  • In Hardpoint, increased preference for spawns further from enemies and nearer to spawn points recently used by a teammate.
  • Bug Fixes
    • Weapons with a charged fire ability now function properly when the Manual Fire Behavior option is set to Hold.
    • Swapping from tac-stance to aiming down sight will no longer cause a jarring recoil animation.

PROGRESSION

  • Resolved an issue preventing the DG-58 Miro Barrel Attachment from unlocking.
  • Kills without reloading Challenges will no longer continue to track between matches.
  • DM56 Priceless Camo Challenge description once again matches the tracking requirements.

MAPS

  • 6 Star
    • Transparent glass doors in the Security area have been swapped with opaque glass doors to better communicate the lack of penetrability.
    • Added bullet collision to the DJ booth in the Club to prevent unintended kills through the wall.
    • Reworked Hardpoint capture point locations, sizes, and associated spawns.
      • P1: Club
      • P2: Garden (New)
      • P3: Lightwell (New)
      • P4: Infinity Pool (New)
      • P5: Security (New)
  • Emergency
    • Added additional spawn points in Team Deathmatch, Domination, and Hardpoint.
  • Growhouse
    • Polished environment in several areas of the map where there were visual glitches and inconsistencies.
  • Invasion
    • Added an additional spawn point near P3 in Hardpoint.
  • Karachi
    • Added additional spawn points near P3 in Hardpoint.

MODES

  • Infected
    • Limited-time holiday variant of the mode icon is no longer used.
  • One in the Chamber
    • Radar pings are no longer active until three alive players remain.

WEAPONS & ATTACHMENTS

Assault Rifles

  • BP50
    • Increased hipfire spread minimum from 2.4deg/s to 3deg/s (+25%).
    • Increased hipfire spread maximum from 6.7deg/s to 7.2deg/s (+7%).
    • Increased moving hipfire spread maximum from 4.7deg/s to 5.2deg/s (+11%).
  • SVA 545
    • Increased hipfire spread minimum from 2.6deg/s to 3.3deg/s (+27%).
    • Increased hipfire spread maximum from 7.3deg/s to 7.8deg/s (+7%).
    • Increased moving hipfire spread maximum from 5.3deg/s to 5.8deg/s (+9%).
  • RAM-7
    • Increased hipfire spread minimum from 2.6deg/s to 3deg/s (+15%).
  • MTZ-556
    • Increased hipfire spread minimum from 2.6deg/s to 3.1deg/s (+19%).
    • Increased hipfire spread maximum from 7deg/s to 7.4deg/s (+6%).
    • Increased moving hipfire spread maximum from 5.3deg/s to 5.4deg/s (+2%).
  • Holger 556
    • Increased hipfire spread minimum from 2.6deg/s to 3.4deg/s (+31%).
    • Increased hipfire spread maximum from 7.5deg/s to 7.8deg/s (+4%).
    • Increased moving hipfire spread maximum from 5.5deg/s to 5.8deg/s (+5%).
  • MCW
    • Increased hipfire spread minimum from 2.6deg/s to 3.2deg/s (+23%).
    • Increased moving hipfire spread maximum from 5.3deg/s to 5.6deg/s (+6%).
  • DG-56
    • Increased hipfire spread minimum from 2.4deg/s to 2.8deg/s (+17%).
    • Increased moving hipfire spread maximum from 3.3deg/s to 5deg/s (+52%).
    • Added medium damage range, 29 damage to 38.1m.
    • Decreased minimum damage from 29 to 25 (-14%).
  • FR 5.56
    • Decreased sprint to fire time from 231ms to 216ms (-6%).
    • Decreased aim down sight time from 260ms to 250ms (-4%).
    • Increased aim down sight movement speed from 2.7m/s to 2.9m/s (+7%).
    • Increased bullet velocity from 680m/s to 720m/s (+6%).
    • 600mm FR Longbore Barrel
      • Removed hipfire spread minimum benefit.
      • Decreased hipfire spread penalty by 8%.
      • Decreased aim down sight speed penalty by 20%.
      • Replaced aiming idle sway penalty with benefit.
    • 435mm FR 435 Barrel
      • Removed movement speed penalties.
      • Removed hipfire spread penalties and benefits.
      • Increased recoil control benefit by 5%.
      • Added firing aim stability benefit.
      • Removed bullet velocity benefit.
      • Removed damage range penalty.
      • Decreased aim down sight speed penalty by 2%.
      • Decreased aim down sight movement speed penalty by 3%.
      • Removed aiming idle sway penalty.
    • 395 FR Minibore Barrel
      • Replaced hipfire spread minimum penalty with benefit.
      • Added sprint to fire speed benefit.
      • Removed aiming idle sway penalty.
    • FR Sprinter Stock
      • Removed tactical sprint speed benefit.
      • Added aim down sight speed benefit.
      • Decreased aiming idle sway penalty.
      • Added flinch resistance benefit.
    • Recon Stock Pad
      • Removed crouch movement speed benefit.
      • Added movement speed benefit.
      • Replaced hipfire spread penalty with benefit.
      • Added sprint to fire speed benefit.
      • Removed aim down sight speed benefit.
    • FR Anchor Comb
      • Removed tactical sprint speed penalty.
      • Decreased sprint to fire speed penalty by 3%.
      • Added aiming idle sway benefit.
    • FR TON-618 Comb
      • Decreased aim down sight speed penalty by 18%.
      • Removed aiming idle sway benefit.
      • Added firing aim stability benefit.
    • FR Giga Comb
      • Increased aim down sight speed benefit by 2%.
      • Removed aim down sight movement speed penalty.
      • Added flinch resistance penalty.
    • RMT Rear Grip
      • Increased aim down sight speed benefit by 2%.
    • 45 Round Magazine
      • Decreased movement speed penalties.
      • Decreased aim down sight speed penalty by 4%.
    • 60 Round Magazine
      • Decreased movement speed penalties.
      • Decreased aim down sight speed penalty by 7%.

Many FR 5.56 Attachments have been reworked to increase their appeal and the overall viability of the Weapon.

  • Lachmann-762 (MWII)
    • Increased maximum damage range from 19.3m to 30.5m (+58%).
    • Increased near-medium damage range from 37.1m to 43.2m (+16%).
    • Increased medium damage range from 48m to 55.9m (+16%).
  • M13C (MWII)
    • Increased maximum damage range from 17.8m to 25.4m (+43%).
    • Increased near-medium damage from 27 to 28 (+4%).
    • Increased near-medium damage range from 33.5m to 39.4m (+17%).
    • Increased leg and foot damage multipliers from 0.88x to 1x (+14%).

 

Battle Rifles

  • SOA Subverter
    • Added near-medium damage range, 33 damage to 38.1m.
    • Decreased minimum damage from 33 to 26 (-21%).

The SOA Subverter is now a 6-shot kill within the minimum damage range.

  • MTZ-762
    • Decreased aim down sight time from 280ms to 260ms (-7%).
    • JAK Thunder LMG Kit
      • Decreased aim down sight time benefit by 20ms.
  • FTAC Recon (MWII)
    • Fire Type: Semi-Auto
      • Increased minimum damage from 45 to 50 (+11%).

Within its maximum damage range, the FTAC Recon is now a guaranteed 3-shot kill, or 2-shot kill to the head.

  • Fire Type: Full-Auto
    • Increased upper torso, arm, and hand damage multipliers from 1x to 1.1x (+10%).

Within its near-medium damage range, the FTAC Recon (full-auto) 3-shot kill with 1 to the head and 2 to the upper torso,

  • SO-14 (MWII)
    • Fire Type: Semi-Auto
      • Increased maximum damage from 46 to 50 (+9%).
      • Increased near-medium damage from 35 to 46 (+31%).
      • Increased medium damage from 32 to 40 (+25%).
      • Increased minimum damage from 30 to 38 (+27%).

Within its maximum damage range, the SO-14 is now a consistent 3-shot kill.

  • Fire Type: Full-Auto
    • Decreased sprint to fire time from 307ms to 261ms (-15%).
    • Decreased aim down sight time from 290ms to 270ms (-7%).
    • Decreased torso, arm, hand, leg, and foot damage multipliers from 0.8x to 0.74x (-8%).

 

Submachine Guns

  • RAM-9
    • Increased horizontal recoil from 16.9deg/s to 17.6deg/s (+4%).
    • Increased vertical recoil from 42.9deg/s to 44.4deg/s (+3%).
    • Decreased maximum damage range from 12.7m to 11.2m (-12%).
  • AMR9
    • Increased near-medium damage from 25 to 29 (+16%).
    • Increased medium damage from 23 to 24 (+4%).
    • Increased minimum damage from 21 to 22 (+5%).
    • Increased lower arm and hand damage multipliers from 1x to 1.1x (+10%).
  • HRM-9
    • Increased medium damage range from 30.5m to 33m (+8%).
  • WSP-9
    • Decreased sprint to fire time from 110ms to 66ms (-40%).
  • WSP Swarm
    • Decreased maximum damage range from 6.9m to 5.6m (-19%).

 

Shotguns

  • KV Broadside
    • JAK Jawbreaker
      • Removed aim down sight spread.
      • Decreased hipfire spread penalty from 100% to 30%.
      • Muzzle Attachments can now be equipped.
  • Riveter
    • Decreased aim down sight spread by 10%.

Decreased spread while aiming down sight allows a more consistent 3-shot kill within the Riveter’s medium damage range.

  • .410 Gauge Ball Ammunition
    • Increased aim down sight spread by 10%.
    • Increased maximum damage from 33 to 37 (+12%).
    • Increased near-medium damage from 26 to 33 (+27%).
    • Increased medium damage from 21 to 27 (+29%).
    • Increased minimum damage from 19 to 25 (+32%).

With the Ball rounds equipped, the Riveter now performs considerably better within its 3-shot kill range.

 

Light Machine Guns

  • DG-58 LSW
    • Decreased horizontal recoil from 7.28deg/s to 6.35deg/s (-13%).
    • Decreased vertical recoil from 52.65deg/s to 47.89deg/s (-9%).
    • Increased minimum damage from 33 to 35 (+6%).
    • Increased torso, arm, and hand damage multipliers from 1x to 1.1x (+10%).

With the DG-58 LSW, a 4-shot kill is now possible if 2 shots hit the torso.

  • TAQ Eradicator
    • Decreased sprint to fire time from 252ms to 210ms (-17%).
    • Decreased aim down sight time from 340ms to 330ms (-3%).
  • Holger 26
    • Increased neck damage multiplier from 1.1x to 1.2x (+9%).

 

Marksman Rifles

  • MTZ Interceptor
    • Decreased maximum damage range from 38.1m to 30.5m (-20%).

 

Sniper Rifles

  • MORS
    • Increased aim down sight time from 560ms to 580ms (+4%).
    • Decreased lower leg and foot damage multipliers from 1x to 0.95x (-5%).
    • HVP Anti-Materiel Slug Ammunition
      • Increased bullet velocity penalty from 15% to 20%.

While equipped with HVP Anti-Materiel Slug Ammunition, the MORS can no longer one-shot kill to the lower leg or foot.

 

Handguns

  • COR-45
    • Increased movement speed from 5.2m/s to 5.4m/s (+4%).
  • Renetti
    • Increased movement speed from 5.2m/s to 5.4m/s (+4%).
  • TYR
    • Increased movement speed from 5.1m/s to 5.3m/s (+4%).
  • WSP Stinger
    • Increased movement speed from 5.7m/s to 5.9m/s (+4%).
  • P890 (MWII)
    • Increased movement speed from 5.2m/s to 5.3m/s (+2%).
  • .50 GS (MWII)
    • Increased sprint speed from 5.7m/s to 5.8m/s (+2%).
  • X12 (MWII)
    • Increased movement speed from 5.2m/s to 5.4m/s (+4%).
    • Increased sprint speed from 6m/s to 6.1m/s (+2%).
  • Basilisk (MWII)
    • Increased movement speed from 5.1m/s to 5.3m/s (+4%).
  • FTAC Siege (MWII)
    • Increased movement speed from 5.1m/s to 5.3m/s (+4%).
  • GS Magna (MWII)
    • Increased sprint speed from 5.7m/s to 5.8m/s (+2%).
  • 9mm Daemon (MWII)
    • Increased movement speed from 5.3m/s to 5.5m/s (+4%).
    • Akimbo 9mm Daemon Rear Grip
      • Removed 10% movement speed penalty.
      • Decreased hipfire spread minimum from 2.4deg/s to 1.7deg/s (-29%).
      • Decreased hipfire spread maximum from 5.5deg/s to 5deg/s (-9%).
      • Removed 26% damage penalty.
      • Increased lower torso, arm, and hand damage multipliers from 1.1x to 1.3 (+18%).

 

Melee

  • Gladiator
    • Decreased standing lunge distance to 1.3m, matching that of the Combat Knife.

PERKS

  • Climbing Boots
    • Removed this Perk and applied its effects to all players by default.
      • Increased climbing and mantling speed. Reduces fall damage.
  • All-Terrain Boots
    • Added a new Perk to the Boots category, replacing Climbing Boots.
      • Significantly increased movement speed. Disables Tactical Sprint.
  • Running Sneakers (Boots)
    • Improved sprint to fire time while using Tactical Sprint by 25%.
  • Stalker Boots
    • Increased strafe speed is now omnidirectional, rather than lateral.
    • Added walking smoothness benefit, decreasing the bounciness of the reticle while aiming down sight.
  • Commando Gloves
    • Improved sprint to fire speed by 10%.
    • Added the ability to cancel a reload by using Tactical Sprint.
  • Assault Gloves
    • Improved hipfire spread while moving by 15%.

EQUIPMENT

  • EMD Grenade (Tactical)
    • Tracking devices are now destroyed by enemy EMP and DDoS effects.
    • Decreased tracking device duration from 30s to 20s (-33%).

FIELD UPGRADES

  • Trophy System
    • Decreased the total number of shots fired from 3 to 2.

ZOMBIES

NEW CONTENT

STORY MISSION: UNION

  • A new anomaly has appeared in the Exclusion Zone and Dr. Jansen has gone through the portal alone. Operation Deadbolt Strike Teams must now conduct a rescue mission with Ravenov’s help to get her back before it’s too late.

NEW DARK AETHER RIFT

  • Seek out and attune the required relics after completing the Season 3 Reloaded Story Mission to re-open the Dark Aether Rift for subsequent runs. Complete the objectives within to acquire new powerful schematics.
    • Dark Aether Rifts are unlocked by solving a hidden quest, which activates after completing the new Season 3 Reloaded Story Mission.

NEW ACQUISITIONS AND SCHEMATICS

  • Dead Wire Detonators: Electrify your blasts for massive damage using the Dead Wire Detonators, adding the Dead Wire Ammo Mod effect to all of your explosive armaments, including Lethals and Launchers.
    • Note: Dead Wire Detonators do not apply to Wonder Weapons.
  • Golden Mask Filter: Forget the constant search for a functioning gas mask when approaching strongholds and other areas where gas threatens to suffocate incoming Operators. Attaching the Golden Mask Filter to a gas mask causes its charge to self-regenerate over time. The mask can still break if its charge is fully used up in one go, though the filter will be reapplied to the next one you find.
  • Sergeant’s Beret: With the undead roaming around, you’ve got enough to worry about before taking Zakhaev’s Mercs into consideration. Don the Sergeant’s Beret to trick the faction into thinking that you’re one of their own. As a bonus, you’ll gain a Merc Bodyguard who fearlessly follows you into the action.

NEW WARLORD: RAINMAKER

  • Challengers of the new Warlord Rainmaker will need to plan their tactics carefully when approaching this artillery and demolitions expert. Find him in his fortress on Rahaa Island in the southeastern Urzikstan Exclusion Zone, where he’s supported by an army that he’s only too willing to expend in pursuit of annihilating Operation Deadbolt.

GAMEPLAY UPDATES

  • Stash Storage Increased
    • The Stash storage limit has been doubled, allowing Players to store 20 acquisitions instead of 10.
  • Exfil Based Schematic Cooldown
    • When Players successfully exfil they will now also receive Schematic cooldown time in addition to their Insured Weapon cooldown time reward.

PATCH NOTES

GAMEPLAY

  • Addressed an issue that would knock back Containment Levels by one Tier when Players exfil from a Story Mission.
  • Addressed an issue that prevented equipped Lethals and Tacticals from saving when traveling to a Dark Aether Rift or Story Mission if the Player had expended all of them.

ALLIES

  • Zombies
    • Hell Hounds
      • Friendly (Pet) Hell Hounds acquired from a Dog House in the Medium and High Threat Zones will no longer reset their Tier when entering and exiting the Aether Storm.

CUSTOMIZATION

  • Weapon Blueprints
    • MORS
      • Situation Hazard BlackCell
        • Addressed an issue that prevented the Desync Dismemberment Death Effect from always applying to enemy kills.

UI/UX

  • Players can now interact with the Containment Level UI on the Strike Team Ready menu.
  • The Containment Level splash screen when a Player exfils will now correctly display their Containment Level progression gained during the match.

STABILITY

  • Added various crash and stability fixes.
  • in the Chamber
    • Corrected win conditions to prevent the last-standing player from incurring a loss.

MWIII RANKED PLAY

Gameplay

  • Concluded: Weapon Evaluation
    • Thank you for your feedback and gameplay data! The Call of Duty League, Sledgehammer Games, and our teams will discuss findings and share an update after the launch of Season 3 Reloaded.
  • Content Restrictions Update
    • Weapons
      • ARs
        • BP50
        • Holger 556
        • MTZ-556
      • SMGs
        • WSP Swarm
        • HRM-9
        • RAM-9

WARZONE

GLOBAL

CUSTOMIZATION

  • Resolved an issue preventing the Wheelson-HS Killstreak from running over enemies while the Fire Breather Skin is equipped.
  • Slash Damage Tracers on the Dino Might Blueprint will now consistently play.
  • Improved visual effects when removing the Barrel from the Viral Ignition Blueprint.

PROGRESSION

» WEAPON PRESTIGE CAMOS «

In Season 3 Reloaded, we’re introducing Weapon Prestige Camos, a new progression system for players to flex mastery of their favorite weapons in Modern Warfare III.

To unlock a Weapon Prestige Camo, players must earn a set amount of Weapon XP for any weapon of choice, including those carried forward from MWII. Weapon Prestige Camos are earned on a per-weapon basis, rewarding commitment and giving those of you completionists a grind to keep you busy for Seasons to come.

Our debut Weapon Prestige Camo is One Trick. Unlocked upon earning 150,000 Weapon XP, this camo coats the entire surface of your weapon in molten gold – and yes, it’s animated.

You can expect to see a new Weapon Prestige Camo in each of the remaining Seasons ahead. We look forward to seeing which weapons you choose first for your journey to prestige!

WARZONE

MAPS

» URZIKSTAN «

  • Bunkers
    • [[REDACTED]]

MODES

» REBIRTH ISLAND «

  • Loaded Resurgence
    • Similar to Plunder, this Resurgence variant allows players to deploy with the Loadout of their choice! Expect non-stop action with moving circles inspired by High Trip Resurgence.
  • Lockdown
    • Customized for Rebirth Island, Lockdown will be returning to Warzone later this season!

PLAYLIST

GENERAL

  • Resurgence Champion’s Quest
    • Resurgence fans may now experience the ultimate Resurgence challenge on two new maps: Fortune’s Keep and Vondel.
    • Cosmetic rewards are shared between Rebirth Island, Fortune’s Keep and Vondel.
  • Rebirth Island Audio Improvements
    • Improvements have been made to audio occlusion.
    • Audio level adjustments have been made to the following:
      • Ascenders
      • Parachutes
      • Enemy footsteps
  • Ascender Audio Improvements
    • Enemies and allies using ascenders will now make two distinct audio sounds.
  • Interrogation & Revive Sounds Quality of Life
    • Increased audible distance and volume of Interrogation and Revive sounds.

GAMEPLAY

NEW FEATURES

» REBIRTH ISLAND | RESURGENCE «

  • Heavy Armor Public Event
    • This brand new public event raises the number of armor plates players can carry, buffing the total number of health points from 150 to 200 for the whole match.
    • This event has a low chance of occuring at the beginning of each match.
  • Weapon Trade Station
    • The Weapon Trade Station (WTS) that was introduced back in Rebirth Reinforced makes it return! It’s the perfect tool to trade undesirables for more advantageous gear.
    • The return for trading in a weapon is as follows:
      • Common Weapon
        • Common weapon
      • Uncommon Weapon
        • Common Weapon
        • Lethal & Tactical Equipment
      • Rare Weapon
        • Uncommon Field Upgrade/Utility Box/Medic Vest/Comms Vest/Stealth Vest
        • Gas Mask
        • Common Weapon
      • Epic Weapon
        • Chance between Rare/Epic Field Upgrade, Rare/Epic Killstreak
        • Cash
        • Uncommon Weapon & Extra Ammo
      • Legendary/Ultra Weapon
        • Epic Killstreak/Field Upgrade/Specialist Perk Package
        • Self-Revive Kit
        • Cash
        • Rare Weapon & Extra Ammo
        • Lethal & Tactical Equipment
      • Fire Sale Trade
        • Legendary Weapon & Extra Ammo
        • Cash
        • Durable Gas Mask/Tempered Plate Carrier
        • Epic Killstreak/Field Upgrade
  • Utility Box Field Upgrade
    • The perfect combination of the armor & munition box.
  • Foresight Killstreak
    • Foresight makes its return! This Killstreak grants intel of every future circle when used.
    • Can be acquired via [[REDACTED]].
  • Specialist Perk Package
    • Specialist is finally back! Players who find Specialist will immediately receive the benefits of every Warzone Perk simultaneously.
    • Can be acquired via [[REDACTED]].
  • [[REDACTED]] Upgrade
    • With the arrival of new, excellent gear, Konni has updated [[REDACTED]] to make good use of them.

 

» REBIRTH ISLAND | RESURGENCE «

  • Variable Time of Day 
    • Although most matches will remain Sunny, Rebirth Island can now be experienced in 3 alternative different times of day:
      • Sunset
      • Overcast
      • Foggy
    • Similar to Vondel, the time of day may change during one specific match. Keep an eye on smart displays to stay informed about the forecast.

ADJUSTED FEATURES

» ALL MAPS | ALL MODES «

  • Ascender Improvements Quality of Life
    • Minor adjustments to the use range and angles for ascenders. This change primarily helps with circumstances where ascenders in elevators would not provide a prompt at certain angles and ranges.
  • Elevator Ascenders Quality of Life
    • Ascenders at elevator locations will now be easier to interact with

 

» REBIRTH ISLAND | RESURGENCE «

  • High Stakes Public Event
    • High Stakes crates now give a Utility Box instead of an Ammo & Armor box
  • Medicine Cabinet
    • These containers will now drop 1 Stim, down from 2.
  • Spy Drone Contract
    • Reduced the drone count in a swarm to 7, down from 9
    • Substantially reduced Spy Drones health.
    • Slightly lowered Spy Drones base altitude.
    • Shortened the minimum and maximum Spy Drones spawn distance from player.

 

  • Biometric Scanners
    • Reduced the animation time when interacting with the Biometric Scanner.

 

» URZIKSTAN | WARZONE BOOTCAMP «

  • Warzone Bootcamp Loot
    • The following items have been removed from the Warzone Bootcamp loot pool:
      • PDS
      • Loadout Drop Marker
      • Loadout Chests

 

WEAPONS

NEW WEAPON

  • BAL-27 Assault Rifle
    • A bullpup prototype weapon designed to increase fire rate over time while the trigger is squeezed. The first 4 shots are slower to fire but highly accurate.
    • Available via a new Sector in the Season 3 Battle Pass.

NEW AFTERMARKET PARTS

  • JAK Patriot
    • Compatibility: M16 (Assault Rifle)
    • Converts the M16 into a fully automatic rifle with a heavy ported barrel built to provide superior recoil control and firing aim stability.
  • JAK Wardens
    • Compatibility: Lockwood Mk2 (Marksman Rifle)
    • Become the enemy’s biggest nightmare with this AMP allowing akimbo use of the powerful lever-action Shotgun.
  • JAK Atlas Kit
    • Compatibility: AMR9 (SMG)
    • Converts the AMR9 into an extremely lethal and accurate 5-round burst carbine chambered in 556.

WEAPON ADJUSTMENTS

ASSAULT RIFLES

WEAPON ADJUSTMENTS

BP50

  • Increased hipfire spread minimum to 3deg/s, up from 2.4deg/s.
  • Increased hipfire spread maximum to 7.2deg/s, up from 6.7deg/s.
  • Increased moving hipfire spread maximum to 5.2deg/s, up from 4.7deg/s.

SVA 545

  • Increased hipfire spread minimum to 3.3deg/s, up from 2.6deg/s.
  • Increased hipfire spread maximum to 7.8deg/s, up from 7.3deg/s.
  • Increased moving hipfire spread maximum to 5.8deg/s, up from 5.3deg/s.

RAM-7

  • Max Damage decreased to 28, down from 32.
  • Near-Mid Damage decreased to 26, down from 28.
  • Near-Mid Damage Range decreased to 39.37 meters, down from 43.18.
  • Mid Damage Range decreased to 49.53 meters, down from 53.34.
  • Increased hipfire spread minimum to 3deg/s, up from 2.6deg/s.

MTZ-556

  • Increased hipfire spread minimum to 3.1deg/s, up from 2.6deg/s.
  • Increased hipfire spread maximum to 7.4deg/s, up from 7deg/s.
  • Increased moving hipfire spread maximum to 5.4deg/s, up from 5.3deg/s.

HOLGER 556

  • Increased hipfire spread minimum to 3.4deg/s, up from 2.6deg/s.
  • Increased hipfire spread maximum to 7.8deg/s, up from 7.5deg/s.
  • Increased moving hipfire spread maximum to 5.8deg/s, up from 5.5deg/s.

MCW

  • Mid Damage increased to 24, up from 23.
  • Min Damage increased to 20, up from 18.
  • Max Damage Range increased to 30.48 meters, up from 26.67.
  • Increased hipfire spread minimum to 3.2deg/s, up from 2.6deg/s.
  • Increased moving hipfire spread maximum to 5.6deg/s, up from 5.3deg/s.

FR 5.56

  • Increased aim down sight movement speed to 2.9m/s, up from 2.7m/s.
  • Increased bullet velocity to 720m/s, up from 680m/s.
  • Upper Torso and Upper Arm Modifier increased to 1.1x, up from 1x.
  • 600mm FR Longbore Barrel
    • Removed hipfire spread minimum benefit.
    • Decreased hipfire spread penalty by 8%.
    • Decreased aim down sight speed penalty by 20%.
    • Replaced aiming idle sway penalty with benefit.
  • 435mm FR 435 Barrel
    • Removed movement speed penalties.
    • Removed hipfire spread penalties and benefits.
    • Increased recoil control benefit by 5%.
    • Added firing aim stability benefit.
    • Removed bullet velocity benefit.
    • Removed damage range penalty.
    • Decreased aim down sight speed penalty by 2%.
    • Decreased aim down sight movement speed penalty by 3%.
    • Removed aiming idle sway penalty.
  • 395 FR Minibore Barrel
    • Replaced hipfire spread minimum penalty with benefit.
    • Added sprint to fire speed benefit.
    • Removed aiming idle sway penalty.
  • FR Sprinter Stock
    • Removed tactical sprint speed benefit.
    • Added aim down sight speed benefit.
    • Decreased aiming idle sway penalty.
    • Added flinch resistance benefit.
  • Recon Stock Pad
    • Removed crouch movement speed benefit.
    • Added movement speed benefit.
    • Replaced hipfire spread penalty with benefit.
    • Added sprint to fire speed benefit.
    • Removed aim down sight speed benefit.
  • FR Anchor Comb
    • Removed tactical sprint speed penalty.
    • Decreased sprint to fire speed penalty by 3%.
    • Added aiming idle sway benefit.
  • FR TON-618 Comb
    • Decreased aim down sight speed penalty by 18%.
    • Removed aiming idle sway benefit.
    • Added firing aim stability benefit.
  • FR Giga Comb
    • Increased aim down sight speed benefit by 2%.
    • Removed aim down sight movement speed penalty.
    • Added flinch resistance penalty.
  • RMT Rear Grip
    • Increased aim down sight speed benefit by 2%.
  • 45 Round Magazine
    • Decreased movement speed penalties.
    • Decreased aim down sight speed penalty by 4%.
  • 60 Round Magazine
    • Decreased movement speed penalties.
    • Decreased aim down sight speed penalty by 7%.

Many FR 5.56 Attachments have been reworked to increase their appeal and the overall viability of the Weapon.

M13B (MWII)

  • Max Damage increased to 24, up from 23.
  • Headshot Modifier decreased to 1.4x, down from 1.5x.
  • Upper Torso Modifier increased to 1.2x, up from 1.1x.
  • Arm and Hand Modifiers increased to 1.2x, up from 1x.

TEMPUS RAZBORBACK (MWII)

  • Near-Mid Damage increased to 26, up from 22.
  • Min Damage increased to 22, up from 18.

FR AVANCER (MWII)

  • Near-Mid Damage increased to 22, up from 20.
  • Mid Damage increased to 20, up from 17.
  • Min Damage increased to 18, up from 16.

BATTLE RIFLES

WEAPON
ADJUSTMENTS

SOA SUBVERTER

  • Min Damage decreased to 25, down from 28.
  • Max Damage Range decreased to 20.57 meters, down from 22.86.

MTZ-762

  • Decreased aim down sight time to 260ms, down from 280ms.
  • JAK Thunder LMG Kit
    • Decreased aim down sight time benefit by 20ms.

SO-14 (MWII)

  • Fire Type: Full-Auto
    • Decreased sprint to fire time to 261ms, down from 307ms.
    • Decreased aim down sight time to 270ms, down from 290ms.

SUBMACHINE GUNS

WEAPON
ADJUSTMENTS

HRM-9

  • Max Damage decreased to 28, down from 31.
  • Near-Mid Damage decreased to 24, down from 28.
  • Mid Damage decreased to 22, down from 24.
  • Max Damage Range decreased to 10.41 meters, down from 11.3.

RAM-9

  • Increased horizontal recoil to 17.6deg/s, up from 16.9deg/s..
  • Increased vertical recoil to 44.4deg/s, up from 42.9deg/s.

RIVAL 9

  • Max Damage increased to 26, up from 25.
  • Max Damage Range decreased to 12.19 meters, down from 13.97.
  • Lower Arm and Hand Modifiers increased to 1.1x, up from 1x.
  • Lower Torso Modifier increased to 1.1x, up from 1x.

WSP-9

  • Decreased sprint to fire time to 66ms, down from 110ms.

STRIKER

  • Min Damage increased to 28, up from 23.
  • Mid Damage Range increased to 35.56 meters, up from 30.48.

SHOTGUNS

WEAPON ADJUSTMENTS

KV BROADSIDE

  • JAK Jawbreaker
    • Removed aim down sight spread.

RIVETER

  • Decreased aim down sight spread by 10%.
  • .410 Gauge Ball Ammunition
    • Increased aim down sight spread by 10%.

LIGHT MACHINE GUNS

WEAPON ADJUSTMENTS

DG-58 LSW

  • Upper Torso Modifier increased to 1.1x, up from 1x.
  • Arms and Hands Modifiers increased to 1.1x, up from 1x.
  • Lower Torso Modifier increased to 1.1x, up from 1x.

BRUEN MK9

  • Max Damage decreased to 26, down from 28.
  • Leg Modifiers decreased to 1x, down from 1.05x.
  • Lower Torso Modifier decreased to 1x, down from 1.1x.

TAQ ERADICATOR

  • Decreased sprint to fire time to 189ms, down from 252ms.
  • Decreased aim down sight time to 330ms, down from 340ms.

SNIPER RIFLES

WEAPON ADJUSTMENTS

XRK STALKER

  • Decreased bullet velocity to 790m/s, down from 860m/s.

KATT-AMR

  • Decreased bullet velocity to 620m/s, down from 660m/s.

MORS

  • Increased aim down sight time to 580ms, up from 560ms.
  • Decreased bullet velocity to 900m/s, down from 960m/s.
  • HVP Anti-Material Slug Ammunition
    • Increased bullet velocity penalty to 20%, up from 15%.

HANDGUNS

WEAPON ADJUSTMENTS

COR-45

  • Increased movement speed to 5.4m/s, up from 5.2m/s.

RENETTI

  • Increased movement speed to 5.4m/s, up from 5.2m/s.

TYR

  • Increased movement speed to 5.3m/s, up from 5.1m/s.

WSP STINGER

  • Upper Torso Modifier increased to 1.1x, up from 1x.
  • Increased movement speed to 5.9m/s, up from 5.7m/s.

P890 (MWII)

  • Increased movement speed to 5.3m/s, up from 5.2m/s.

.50 GS (MWII)

  • Increased sprint speed to 5.8m/s, up from 5.7m/s.

X12 (MWII)

  • Increased movement speed to 5.4m/s, up from 5.2m/s.
  • Increased sprint speed to 6.1m/s, up from 6m/s.

9MM DAEMON (MWII)

  • Increased movement speed to 5.4m/s, up from 5.2m/s.
  • Akimbo 9mm Daemon Rear Grip
    • Max Damage increased to 24, up from 22.
    • Near-Mid Damage increased to 22, up from 21.
    • Mid Damage increased to 20, up from 18.
    • Min Damage increased to 18, up from 16.
    • Max Damage Range increased to 10.36 meters, up from 5.64.
    • Near-Mid Damage Range increased to 18.28 meters, up from 12.34.
    • Mid Damage Range increased to 33.52 meters, up from 18.58.
    • Removed 10% movement speed penalty.
    • Decreased hipfire spread minimum to 1.7deg/s, down from 2.4deg/s.
    • Decreased hipfire spread maximum to 5deg/s, down from 5.5deg/s.

LOADOUT

» FORTUNE’S KEEP | RESURGENCE «

  • Bunker Buster Killstreak
    • Drop time reduced to 2 seconds, down from 4.
    • Explosion Max Damage reduced to 275, down from 350.
    • Explosion Min Damage increased to 50, up from 25.
    • Explosion Radius reduced to 512, down from 600.
    • Gas Radius increased to 8.9 meters, up from 6.5.

UI/UX

  • Ranked Play Restrictions Quality of Life

    • Updated menu to provide additional clarity for restricted weapons in Ranked Play.
 
  • Champion’s Quest
    • We’ve added a prompt to notify players who attempt to leave a match that a Champion’s Quest objective is in progress and available to intercept.
 
  • Bunker Buster Minimap Improvements Quality of Life
    • Bunker Buster will now display a red circle on its landing location and will show a red circle for the duration of the damaging gas area.
  • End of Match Flow Quality of Life
    • After a match ends, players will be returned to the selected playlist mode rather than to the playlist select menu.
  • Perk Descriptions
    • Additional information has been added to some perk descriptions.

BUG FIXES

  • Fixed several occlusion issues allowing players to exploit the map.
  • Fixed an issue that prevented UAVs and Counter UAVs from being used while sitting in the passenger seat of a vehicle.
  • Fixed an issue making it difficult to use the ladder at the lighthouse in Headquarters on Rebirth Island.
  • Fixed an issue causing floating foliage around Rebirth Island.
  • Fixed an issue causing the in-game Stats tab to show incorrect stats at the end of the match.
  • Fixed an issue preventing players from respawning in Resurgence after they rejoin a match in progress.
  • Fixed an issue causing players to get stuck loading when queueing for Warzone Bootcamp.

Don’t be surprised to see another patch(client or server-side) be released soon to tackle any issues from this massive title update.

As for what’s next, the next Call of Duty will be revealed in full this June 9 as a follow up the Xbox Games Showcase.

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New Batman Arkham Game Announced, but It’s for VR; Batman Arkham Shadow Out Late 2024

  by   Alex Co  
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There’s a new Batman Arkham game BUT it’s not what you think. WB Games has today announced Batman Arkham Shadow, a new VR (virtual reality) game coming to MetaQuest 3 in “late 2024.”

There’s no other detail shared outside of that, and more info about it will be shared during its proper reveal at Summer Game Fest in June.

As a huge Batman fan that loved the Arkham games, this is seriously disappointing to see. Unless Warner Bros. has a secret Batman Arkham game in development — which we highly doubt given the company’s recent admission that it wants to focus on free-to-play and mobile games — then this very underwhelming.

Will we see more of the Batman Arkham universe Rocksteady created? Things are looking grim especially since Rocksteady’s most recent game, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, has fared poorly both commercially and critically.

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Helldivers 2 Eruptor Changes Detailed by Devs: Updates to Shrapnel Mechanics Outlined

  by   Jack Breitenbach  
11:02 am in News

Following some community feedback on the official Helldivers subreddit, the Helldivers 2 Eruptor will be seeing some changes. The devs have released a statement responding to claims that rockets and explosives now ricochet off of enemy shields. The team also touched on the game’s shrapnel mechanics and outlined some upcoming changes to how they function.

In a recent post that gained traction a few days ago, user Nuri489 shared footage of a rocket appearing to ricochet off of an Automaton shield. The post was later debunked, showing that the explosion that killed the player came from behind them, but it was circulated enough that the development team felt the need to respond with an official message both on Reddit and the official Helldivers Discord server:

“Hey, everyone! The teams have been hard at work testing a number of community issues today, mainly focused on the changes to ricochets and shrapnel. In response to a previous post on reddit, we looked into the possibility of rockets and other explosives being affected by ricochets. This has since been debunked by the community, but nonetheless, our Ministry of Defense team also ran a number of tests today and confirmed that rockets and explosives are not ricocheting.

However, we have noticed another issue through these posts and community feedback that has identified the possibility for shots from the R-36 Eruptor to explode and rebound shrapnel at the shooter, which has a high enough damage value to instantly kill the player. To prevent this, we’re looking to completely remove the shrapnel effect from the Eruptor but will be increasing its hit damage as a result. This should make it less lethal to the user but just as powerful against enemies.

It should maintain its destructive power, and as it is still classed as explosive, it will not lose the ability to break objects, close holes, destroy fabricators, etc. This will, overall, be a buff to the weapon as the random shrapnel played an almost negligible part in the damage and power it dealt. It will still deal both impact and AOE damage, and both of these damage values will be increased to make it just as powerful, and more consistent.

Currently, with the systems in place, only small arms should be able to ricochet on armor. If you see an explosive VFX at the point of impact, the projectile is not causing a ricochet, as explosion effects are not triggered when a ricochet occurs. Shrapnel, however, can still explode outwards from the point of impact and kill the player.

We apologize for this misunderstanding and thank you all for investigating these new changes so diligently, and for passing on your feedback to us. Hopefully this makes sense and these changes should help everyone survive better!”

In summary, it looks as though the Helldivers 2 devs are looking to rework the shrapnel system to make it less deadly towards players. Consistency is important in games with intense difficulty late-game like this one, so it’s nice to see them planning changes that benefit the player and good decision-making in the heat of the moment.

Be sure to stay tuned in to us here at MP1st to keep on top of all Helldivers 2 updates.

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No Man’s Sky Update 4.65 Out for Orbitals Patch Fixes This May 1

  by   Damien Seeto  
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Hello Games has pushed out No Man’s Sky update 4.65 (PS5 update version 4.065) on all platforms today. As one might expect from the multitude of No Man’s Sky title updates we get after a major content drop, bug fixes are once again the order of the day. Read on for everything new in the official NMS patch notes for May 1.

No Man’s Sky Update 4.65 Patch Notes for May 1:

NMS PS5 Update Version 4.065

Bug Fixes

    • The weapon upgrade shop on the space station is now easier to interact with.
    • Fixed an issue which could cause damage to your ship when firing some ship weapons.
    • Fixed an issue that prevented frigate fleet expeditions from redeeming monetary rewards in currencies other than Units.
    • Fixed an issue that could cause some player bases to fail to upload.
    • Fixed an issue that could cause player ships to dock incorrectly.
    • Fixed an issue that caused the trade surge data to track revenue rather than profit.
    • Fixed a number of issues with loading player customisation data.
    • Fixed an issue that caused some Multi-Tools to appear too large in the terminal aboard the Space Station.
    • Fixed a rare blocker in A Trace of Metal related to gathering components from Specialist Polo.
    • Fixed a rare blocker that could affect the base specialist missions.
    • Fixed a number of Space Anomaly mission problems that could occur when going through the centre of the galaxy.
    • Fixed a blocker in the Nexus mission to deliver pearls.
    • Improved the display of language names in the Options menu.
    • Fixed a number of potential text issues in the Nexus construction missions.
    • Improved the names of fleet expeditions in the galaxy map.
    • Fixed a number of text issues in fleet intervention missions.
    • Fixed some minor text issues in conversations with the Atlas.
    • Fixed a number of misleading UI issues when an expedition has expired but the game is still active.
    • Fixed an issue that caused the holographic preview of living ships in the Starship Outfitting Terminal to be scaled incorrectly.
    • Fixed an issue that caused the holographic preview of Interceptor ships in the Starship Outfitting Terminal to be missing parts.
    • Tweaked the appearance of NPC holograms in the Starship Communicator.
    • Fixed a number of visual issues with NPCs.
    • Fixed a number of minor visual issues with the Space Station.
    • Fixed a motion smoothing issue when playing PCVR.
    • Fixed an issue with flickering graphic artefacts when playing PCVR.
    • Fixed an input conflict between pulse boost and scroll when using the ship quick menu on PSVR.
    • Improved stability by optimising memory usage.
    • Improved game stability on Switch.
    • Fixed a memory leak related to building textures.
  • Fixed a rare crash related to destructible props.
  • Fixed a rare crash when rendering complex scenes.
  • Fixed a rare crash related to navigation.
  • Fixed a crash to white screen while teleporting which can occur when discovery data has become corrupted.
  • Fixed a rare crash related to creature movement.
  • Fixed a rare crash related to the third person camera.
  • Fixed a rare crashed related to player weapons.

When the next No Man’s Sky update is out, we will let you know.

Source: No Man’s Sky

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Disney Dreamlight Valley Update 10.1 Patch Notes for “Thrills & Frills” Listed

  by   Alex Co  
9:54 am in News

Disney Dreamlight Valley update 10.1 is now available for download on all platforms, and this is for the “Thrills & Frills” content drop! There’s a lot of improvements, bug fixes, and new content available, and also the Act II of the expansion pass is arriving later this week as well, and we wouldn’t be surprised if the data for that is included in the patch download.

Disney Dreamlight Valley Update 10.1 Patch Notes for May 1:

Disney Dreamlight Valley Update Version 10.001 for Current-Gen

Disney Parks magic! Our newest Star Path – “A Day At Disney” – offers up exciting new Disney Parks-inspired rewards, including new attractions, Dream Styles for Daisy Duck and Minnie Mouse, and a snacky lil’ animal companion, among many other rewards.

– Please keep your arms and legs inside the attraction at all times! Ride many of the Disney Parks attractions available in the Valley – including attractions from last year’s Star Path – and take a selfie to commemorate the occasion! When optionally riding attractions, those with motion sensitivities may prefer to switch to Selfie Mode for increased comfort by pressing the “Change Camera Mode” button upon interacting with the attraction.

– Villagers will now send you mail – and sometimes even gifts – on occasion, giving you a great reason to check your mailbox regularly.

– It’s selfie time! All players can now use Photo Mode during Valley Visits.

– It’s not just your camera. Many of the activities you’re used to doing solo are now possible with friends including: fishing, gardening, mining, cooking, crafting, and – if you’ve been to Eternity Isle – time bending!

– Last update, we implemented some changes to the Furniture Mode camera that sought to increase performance stability. However, we saw that many fans missed the old camera functionality, so we’ve reverted this change – all while maintaining the stability upgrades!

– Increased text size on Nintendo Switch, improving readability.

– Express (and reward) yourself with a wide range of new, weekly DreamSnaps challenges.

– More optional items are coming to the Premium Shop for a limited time, as well as some returning favorites from past Star Paths! We’ve updated the Premium Shop to offer you an even better shopping experience! What this means is:

o    All weekly shop rotations are now comprised of 8 bundles / items.

o    Preview clothing on your Avatar before buying.

o    Get a better look at any special animations an item may have, thanks to a revolving preview display.

o    Toggle between day and night – where applicable – to get a better idea of how an item will look in the Valley before buying.

* Please note: Disney Dreamlight Valley Arcade Edition does not include seasonal Star Paths or the Premium Shop.

NEW CONTENT AND IMPROVEMENTS (EXPANSION PASS OWNERS):

– Welcome a very lucky new pal to Eternity Isle and the Valley. Oswald makes his grand entrance alongside new Friendship Quests and new unique items to unlock!

– Pick up where the story of A Rift in Time left off as you dive into Act II – “The Spark of Imagination”!

– Use your hard-earned Mist to upgrade the Royal Hourglass to Level Four, unlocking the following:

o    New Ancient Parts to collect.

o    New furniture items to craft at the Time Bending Station.

o    New Fragments and their associated furniture items – inspired by iconic Disney and Pixar stories – to craft, including Disney and Pixar’s Ratatouille’s Metro Entrance.

o    Take control of the new Dismantle and Upcycle features at the Time Bending Station to repurpose old Ancient Parts, Fragments, Gifts, and Ancient Cores into currency you can spend to craft other items within these categories.

– Make friends with new variants of the animal companions wandering Eternity Isle, albeit with a monochromatic flair.

– Collect new Scramblecoin figurines that offer up new powers and strategies to master, including Mike Wazowski from Disney and Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. and Oswald.

TOP CHANGES AND BUG FIXES:

– “Breaking Bones” quest: Fixed an issue in which the lion claw might not spawn.

– “Eyes On the Prize” quest: Fixed an issue in which players could get stuck at the F3 door.

– “Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Oops” quest: Fixed an issue in which the espresso machine would not show up in the game.

– “Germs Abound” quest: Fixed an issue in which some players couldn’t pick up Mike’s contact lens.

– “Lost Loves and Missing Memories” quest: Fixed an issue in which Kristoff’s climbing gear could become unreachable.

– “Lasers & Crafts” quest: Fixed an issue in which the craters would not appear.

– “Friendship is Everything” quest: Fixed an issue in which placing the orb in the pillar doesn’t progress the quest.

– “The Chronicles of the Ancients” quest: Fixed an issue in which the player was not able to place the tablet.

– “The Pumpkin King Returns” quest: Fixed an issue in which the Pumpkin King’s Throne was not placeable.

– “A Story to Tell” quest: Fixed an issue in which some players couldn’t give Olaf the popcorn.

– “Something Comes A’knocking” quest: Fixed an issue in which the tree needed to progress in this questline did not spawn.

– Adjusted the texture and colors of the Evening Salon Lounge Pillows item to more cohesively fit the aesthetic of other furniture in the Starlight House Bundle.

– Fixed an issue which caused Blue Chests to spawn in Eternity Isle. Blue Chests will only spawn in the Valley.

– Fixed an issue in which some Mac players couldn’t connect to online services.

– Fixed an issue in which a confirmation pop-up would not appear when purchasing furniture from the delivery menu.

– Fixed an issue in which one of Gaston’s journal entries would not spawn in his house.

– Fixed an issue in which Kristoff’s stall would disappear.

– Fixed an issue in which some crafted items would be missing from the Collection menu.

– Fixed an issue in which players could get a “Transaction Error” when attempting to purchase items from Scrooge McDuck’s Shop.

– Fixed an issue in which players could be given an invalid 5-digit code for Valley Visits.

– Fixed an issue in which some Memory Shards were not able to be picked up.

– Fixed an issue in which some players were no longer able to interact with the blueprints table in Prince Eric’s house.

– Fixed an issue in which blue chests were occasionally unclaimable.

– Fixed an issue in which a door would disappear from inside the player’s house.

– Fixed an issue in which a rectangular flower planter could become immovable.

– Various additional bug fixes, localization fixes, and stability improvements.

Expect the Act II pass to be available later this week.

[Source: Disney Dreamlight Valley]

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Hell Let Loose Update 1.032 Out for Patch 15 Hotfix 2 This May 1

  by   Damien Seeto  
7:11 am in News

Hell Let Loose update 1.032 is out now and this is the second hotfix for the previously released update 15. This update removes some nighttime maps that were causing issues for PC players. Check out the May 1 patch notes down below.

Hell Let Loose Update 1.032 Patch Notes:

Good morning everyone,

We’ve pushed Hotfix 2 on all platforms. This addresses the missing hedgerows in Sainte-Marie-du-Mont and the Admin message pop-up issue:

  • [SMDM] Hedges are missing on the map after Update 15
  • [RCON] Message player pop-up doesn’t register required keyboard input

U15 on PC comprised some night maps that still need further preparation for release. We have removed:

  • Utah Beach Warfare Night
  • Omaha Beach Warfare Night
  • Hill 400 Warfare Night

These maps will launch in future content updates on all platforms when completed.

We will let you know very soon when the next update for Hell Let Loose is released.

Source: Steam

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F1 23 Update 1.21 Fixes Abu Dhabi Track Surface and More This May 1

  by   Alex Co  
6:27 am in News

Codemasters has released F1 23 update 1.21 (PS5 update version 1.021), which fixes the uneven surface on the Abu Dhabi track alongside other minor improvements. Read on for what’s new this May 1 courtesy of EA.

F1 23 Update 1.21 Patch Notes for May 1:

F1 23 Update Version 1.021 on PS5

  • Fixed an issue where some parts of the Abu Dhabi track surface were uneven
  • Fixed an issue where the Hotload Menu always shows Car Performance as realistic, even when it is currently set to Equal
  • General Stability Improvements
  • Various Minor Fixes

That’s about it. Given that F1 24 will be released later this month, don’t expect a lot of updates for F1 23 from EA moving forward. Speaking of which, go check out the different editions and new features of the upcoming F1 racing sim here.

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EA Sports FC 24 Update 1.17 Patch Notes Listed for Title Update 14

  by   Damien Seeto  
5:24 am in News

EA has released EA Sports FC 24 update 1.17 today for the PS4 and Xbox One consoles only, and chances are the current-gen consoles will be getting this patch either later this week or early next. This update updates kits for some teams and fixes an issue with Ultimate Team. Check out the patch notes below for May 1.

EA Sports FC 24 Update 1.17 Patch Notes for May 1:

The Title Update #14 will soon be available for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of EA SPORTS FC 24, and includes the changes below.

Ultimate Team

Addressed the following issue:

  • Addressed a rare situation in which a Contract did not apply to a Player Item as intended.

General, Audio, and Visual

Addressed the following issues:

  • Updated instances of incorrect text, UI, and ad boards displaying.
  • Updated some gloves, balls, and kits.
  • Addressed instances of stability issues that could have occurred.

We will let you know very soon when the next EA Sports FC 24 update is released in the near future. Once the current-gen patch is live, we’ll be sure to post it. You can keep track of all our EA Sports FC 24 articles here.

Source: EA Sports FC Trello Board

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Funko Fusion Pops Out September 13, Trailer and Overview Revealed

  by   Alex Co  
4:42 am in News

Developer 10:10 Games has announced that a game based on Funko Pops titled “Funko Fusion” will be out this September 13. As one might expect, players will be able to play Funkos based on beloved characters.

Check out the trailer confirming the release date and showcasing gameplay.

Some of the confirmed franchises making an appearance include: Battlestar Galactica, He-Man, Back to the Future, The Mummy and more.

Funko Fusion Game Description:

  • Funko Fusion is a third-person action game that’s all about celebrating fandom. Play with some of your favorite characters from across TV, movies, games, and comics, and explore handcrafted worlds inspired by Jurassic World, Back to the Future, JAWS, The Thing, Chucky, Battlestar Galactica, Hot Fuzz, The Umbrella Academy, Five Nights at Freddy’s, Masters of the Universe, Invincible, and many more!
  • Select, unlock, and play with 60+ unique playable characters from more than 20 fan-favorite franchises, all lovingly recreated in Funko Pop! form.
  • Each character has their own weapons and special moves, and some characters have unique skills for solving puzzles and finding secrets.
  • Explore your favorite franchises in video game form, relive memorable moments, and play through a unique story that ties them all together!
  • Shoot, blast, and whack enemies in ranged and melee combat. Craft gadgets and items to give yourself an advantage or to unlock hidden areas.

If you liked the LEGO games, this seems like a game that might be right up your alley.

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