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No Man’s Sky Breach Expedition Update Deployed as Patch 6.010

by Alex Co

October 22, 2025 12:34 pm in Title Updates and Patches

The latest major update for No Man’s Sky is here, and this is called the Breach content drop. As one might expect, this brings a new Expedition to the game and is the space sim’s Halloween update, which the studio tags as No Man’s Sky update 6.010.

Expect new corvette parts, new expedition rewards and more. Hello Games says this update leans into “ship assembly, space-walking, skydiving, and community spirit introduced in Voyagers.”

This clocks in at 5.97 GB on PS5, so expect a hefty download on all platforms, with the full patch notes packed with improvements, new feautres and more.

No Man’s Sky Breachers Update Gets Surprise Release on Oct. 22 via Patch 6.010

BUG FIXES AND QOL

Fixed an issue that could cause the player to be ejected into space if on an internal stair in a corvette while the pulse drive was active.
Fixed an issue that prevented the corvette “current flightpath” autopilot from cancelling when the ship came into proximity of a large object such as a Space Station.
Fixed an issue that prevented exiting the corvette pilot seat in the Space Station and Space Anomaly when using the Quick Menu in VR.
Fixed an issue that prevented stairs in corvettes from being traversable using VR teleport movement.
Fixed an issue that caused weapons to be misaligned with the crosshair when flying a corvette in first person.
Fixed an issue that caused the corvette teleporter to persist after the corvette had landed on a planetary surface.
Fixed an issue that could cause water to behave erratically when teleporting from a corvette into water.
Fixed an issue that caused newly-assembled corvettes to appear at the wrong scale if another owned Corvette was docked nearby.
Fixed an issue that could cause corvette interior doorways to become blocked.
Fixed an issue that prevented the corvette Torpedo Launcher module from correctly installing the Rocket Launcher weapon.
Fixed some corvette structural modules appearing under the exterior decoration category of the build menu.
Fixed a rare issue that could cause corvette assembly data to be replaced with planetary base data.
Improved the placement of corvette-class ships when teleporting to a Settlement with a corvette as the primary ship.

Improved the behaviour of floating exotic creatures, especially in response to being offered Creature Pellets.
Fixed an issue that could prevent biological monstrosities on derelict freighters from reacting aggressively to nearby Travellers.
Fixed an issue that could prevent some varieties of hazardous flora appearing on planets.
Fixed a timing-specific issue that could cause the player’s wanted level to get stuck when using the pulse drive to exit planetary atmosphere.
Fixed an issue that caused the current primary ship’s thrusters to be used for launch fuel calculations when attempting to summon other ships from the Quick Menu.
Fixed an issue that caused refiners to reset their requested output value to the maximum when refining was started.
Fixed an issue that prevented the Personal Refiner from automatically starting when an input substance was inserted from the Inventory screen.
Improved the error messaging when attempting to install duplicate technology in the inventory.
Fixed an issue that caused rain to be audible when standing inside a corvette.

Fixed an issue that could prevent the Corvette Assembly tutorial from starting in abandoned star systems.
Fixed an issue that could cause Exosuit upgrade stations to lose their interaction prompt after a single use, especially in Abandoned Mode.
Fixed an issue that could cause misleading instructional text during missions requiring planets with extreme weather conditions.
Fixed an issue that caused some markers to persist unnecessarily in excavation and flora extermination missions from the Corvette Mission Radar.
Fixed a number of minor messaging inconsistencies in missions requiring the player to prepare ingredients in the Nutrient Processor.

ART AND VISUALS

Fixed an issue that could cause large waves to abruptly appear and disappear on the surface of water.
Improved lighting transitions when changing environments – notably when warping between solar systems, when entering or exiting planetary atmosphere, or when moving between interior and exterior locations.
Fixed a number of minor visual “seams” in lighting.
Improved the appearance of holographic previews of corvette modules during corvette assembly.
Fixed an issue that caused the Boundary Herald starship to render incorrectly.
Fixed an issue that prevented the jetpack from displaying on the Inventory screen when using first-person camera view.
Fixed an issue that prevented some varieties of aquatic creature from rendering in the Discoveries page.
Fixed a number of minor visual and collision issues with corvette modules.
Improved the appearance of corvette modules when viewed from a distance.
Improved the icons on a number of corvette modules.
Improved the collision of several planetary curiosities, such as large mushrooms.
Fixed missing collision that allowed you to walk through the back of some freighter hangars.
Fixed a number of issues that could prevent decals from being placed on Corvette modules.

INPUT

Enabled Steam Input on Mac.
Fixed a Steam-only issue that could cause controller bindings to shuffle or not respond on the first boot after the game was updated.
Fixed an issue that prevented jetpacking while the Terrain Manipulator was in Create mode.

UI

Improved the readability of several UI elements.
Fixed a UI overlap issue on the Corvette trade menu, which could cause the “Make Offer” button to be activated when selecting a part to trade.
Fixed an issue that caused markers for other players in a multiplayer session to appear at their feet instead of above their head.
Fixed an issue that prevented the display of additional recipes in the Catalogue.
Fixed a rare issue that could cause an incorrect UI to appear when absorbing a Memory Fragment to expand inventory slots.

STABILITY AND PERFORMANCE

Fixed a crash that could occur on Corvettes with a large number of attached weapons.
Fixed an issue that could cause a hang when opening the airlock door of a derelict freighter.
Fixed an issue that could cause a hang when jumping through the centre of a galaxy in a freighter.
Fixed an issue that could cause a softlock if opening the corvette parts menu while a dialog box was open.
Implemented a number of engine optimisations to improve performance, especially when rendering complex objects such as corvettes.
Implemented a number of lighting optimisations to improve performance.
Implemented a number of optimisations and performance improvements on Nintendo Switch.

Expect a slew of hotfixes to be released by Hello Games given the studio’s dedication to squashing bugs for every major content drop.

Tags: No Man's Sky

Alex Co

Father, gamer, games media vet, writer of words, killer of noobs.

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Following Power Save Feature Addition, Death Stranding 2 Update 1.010 Released

by Alex Co

9:59 am in News

Yesterday, Kojima Productions released a new Death Stranding 2: On the Beach patch that added the Power Save feature, which was introduced to the PS5 via last month’s system update.

It seems something got broken with that patch, as Death Stranding 2 update 1.010 (complete version 1.010.000), and this should be another small download.

Don’t expect much from this patch, as the turnaround time makes it more of a hotfix than an actual content update.

Death Stranding 2 Gets Second Patch in Two Days as Version 1.010

Kojima Productions nor the PlayStation support studio that helped in developing Death Stranding 2 have shared any details on today’s update yet.

If we had to hazard a guess, this patch should fix performance issues that some users have reported after installing yesterday’s patch that made the game crash.

While we got a patch a few months ago that resolved the stuttering issues, there are still a handful of problems that the devs have yet to address, which include:

PCC items are still missing player IDs
PS5 overheating on map (for some)
Users have reported that the fan on the base PS5 is louder after installing the patch.
Sound issue wherein it gets super loud during combat (quick fix is to pause/unpause to normalize audio levels)

The Power Save feature patch also came with a Chinese dub, so that’s an extra that we weren’t expecting. When it comes to PS5 system updates, a new one was released today, and it’s more than your usual stability patch.

If the developers release a proper changelog, we’ll update the article to reflect it. For those who notice a bug that got resolved, leave a comment below and we’ll check it out too.

Tags: Death Stranding 2: On The Beach

Alex Co

Father, gamer, games media vet, writer of words, killer of noobs.

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Fortnite Update 37.51 for Version 1.000.199 Released on Oct. 22

by Alex Co

9:41 am in Title Updates and Patches

The latest patch for Fortnite is live on all platforms as update 37.51! Those on consoles, you’ll see this download appear as version 1.000.199, and this adds a slew of data in the backend.

Read on for what’s new in the latest Fortnite update, though don’t expect much in terms of new content.

Fortnite Update 37.51 Released Without Much Fanfare on Oct. 22 via Patch 1.000.199

Oddly enough, Epic Games has not said anything about today’s update save for new items entering the shop. We’ve included the known issues the dev team is looking into via the official Fortnite Trello board.

GENERAL TOP ISSUES

Fixed in Future Game Update

Locker Search bar deselects after typing.
War Wolf Dire may display texture gaps when using certain Emotes or Pickaxes.
Green Ghost Glider may not display as intended during gameplay.
Mr. Dappermint is missing his bow tie.

In Development

Nintendo Switch players encountering storage space issues

BATTLE ROYALE/Blitz ROYALE/RELOAD/OG TOP ISSUES

In Development

Styles for Ranked Backbling and Ranked Umbrella do not unlock when players rank up

LEGO FORTNITE TOP ISSUES

Fixed in Future Game Update

Potent Potion Production requires building a new Stone Breaker to unlock.

In Development

Lag/hitching issues in the Storm King fight

Investigating

Sizzle Sgt. may not be present at the Dispatch Center.
‘F’ key conflict: unable to interact with objects.
A prompt to flip a vehicle no longer appears when a vehicle is flipped.

FORTNITE MOBILE TOP ISSUES

Investigating

Controller bindings cannot be customized on Mobile.
Unable to send Game Channel messages in Battle Royale Solos.

ROCKET RACING TOP ISSUES

In Development

The Weekly Quest progress tracker may not update after progress is made.
Cannot Rocket Drift with default keybind on PC (Creative).

Investigating

Some Wheels may incorrectly appear with darker Default Styles or incomplete visual elements.

SAVE THE WORLD TOP ISSUES

Investigating

The progress circle animation does not appear around the “Vote” button when using a controller.
Plasma Pulse may not behave as intended after firing a Bow.

In Development

Unable to change the ‘Jump’ keybind on PC.

FORTNITE FESTIVAL TOP ISSUES

Investigating

Eliminated players may be able to continue playing in Battle Stage.

Fortnite Upcoming Event Datamined in v37.51

Dataminer Loolo spotted a few key things that should be coming to the game soon and details on the upcoming event.

THE RIFT GUN WILL APPEAR AT THE EVENT
Upcoming “Bobo” ítem for the simpsons! (This one is for Lego)
THE TENTACLE WILL APPEAR AT THE EVENT
THE EVENT WILL HAVE UFOS!!
CONFIRMED – LIVE EVENT IS 530MB

We’re on the lookout to see what else Epic added and fixed with the patch, and if we spot more info, we’ll update the article. Fortnitemares was just released two weeks ago, which adds the Scooby Gang and more.

Tags: Fortnite

Alex Co

Father, gamer, games media vet, writer of words, killer of noobs.

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Madden NFL 26 Season 3 Update Brings a Ton of New Content and Fixes via Patch 1.008

by Alex Co

9:31 am in Title Updates and Patches

Madden NFL 26 Season 3 starts today, October 22, and it’s ushered in with a major title update that adds new gear, new face scans, Playbook and gameplay upgrades and a lot more.

Console players will see the Season 3 data download as Madden NFL 26 update 1.008 (complete version 1.008.000), and expect a big download, which is the case for most seasons.

Read on for the complete list of new content and changes made today.

Madden NFL 26 Season 3 Adds New Content, Gameplay Upgrades via Patch 1.008

Gameplay

Catching

Increased catch knockout chance for more realistic KO outcomes on Competitive Gamestyle.
Fixed catch animation blending to prevent hand warping during catches.
Fixed a catching issue on the Stretch Alert Bubble play where the catch would initiate but not sync up to the pass resulting in a fumble.
Fixed a rare issue where receivers warp to 23 mph during a standing catch.

Locomotion

Tuning to improve scramble throw animations by elite scramblers like Lamar Jackson.
Addressed an issue with WRs jogging after a teammate catches a pass.
Addressed an issue with no cut-move playing on slants.
Tuning to reduce the effectiveness of the spin move for taller ball carriers.
Fixed an issue causing a safety in coverage to sometimes use an incorrect drastic-turn taking him out of position to cover a corner route.

Post Play

Fixed the Bowling Celebration where the ball was teleporting forward.
Fixed a rare issue causing a receiver to get frozen in an animation after a successful catch-tackle.

Defense

Fixed an issue preventing the proper press animation from triggering in man coverage vs. Gun Empty Steeler – Steeler Cross.
Fixed an issue causing the AI-controlled defense to sometimes align in goalline incorrectly vs. certain 4-WR sets.
Fixed an issue with Zone coverage defenders flipping coverage assignments to the opposite side of the field in Nickel 3-3 Single Mug formation when offense flips the play.

Pass Rush

Fixed an issue where defenders with equal or lower Pass Rush ratings were unable to trigger a Super Win. Now, all defenders have a fair chance to break through based on situational factors and ratings.
Adjusted animations for Contains when defending against run actions or play action. Defenders will no longer play the surf animation in these scenarios.
Improved consistency for CPU/User-controlled Defensive Linemen triggering Pass Rush moves. Expect more dynamic and responsive line play.
Fixed a delay in Contain defenders disengaging when the QB drops excessively deep in the pocket. Pass Rushers will now react more quickly to extended dropbacks.
Reduced the frequency of Bull Rush moves being triggered. Pass Rushers will now use a more balanced variety of moves based on their archetype and ratings.

General

Increased QB Fumble Chance vs user hitstick on Competitive Gamestyle for better gameplay balance.
Resolved an issue where the Ball Carrier coach adjustment was impacting user players resulting in user controlled ball carriers sometimes having a 0% fumble chance.
Greatly improved the visual clarity when a player on the field triggers an Ability.
Addressed an issue where the Mini Games: Two Minute Drill was missing the ‘Continue’ button.
Fixed an issue where Offensive PI would be called when running the Gun Bunch Str Nasty – Mtn Double Pass due to blockers going too far downfield.
Fixed an issue in Superstar Showdown (Ranked) where users would hold LB and let AI play for them.
Tuned CPU QBs rolling out of the pocket too quickly when unnecessary.

Special Teams

Increased the max distance on a field goal for kickers with 99 KPW to achieve a 70 yard field goal with a max power low trajectory kick.
DEV NOTE: During the Pre-Season, Jaguars Kicker Cam Little made a 70 yard field goal that tested the boundaries of what is possible on the field. To reflect this achievement in Madden, we tuned our 99 Kick Power Max Distance so that you at home can recreate this iconic moment.
Addressed several blocked kick exploits.
Fixed an issue where kick returners would have trouble fielding the ball on shorter kicks to the numbers.

Playbooks

Fixed an issue with the ball snapping over/around QB causing fumbles on the Pistol – Spread: Jet Touch Pass play
Fixed an issue on the Flexbone Close: WR Dive play where the QB keeps the ball when snapped early.
Fixed an issue with the ball teleporting between hands during Singleback Ace Dbl Wing-Fake: HB Zone QB Boot Lt.
Addressed an issue on the Gun Wing Stack: Ohio Spacing play where WRs would collide with each other at snap has been fixed.
Added Coverage Shell adjustments to Dime 1-4 DBL Mug and the Nickel 2-4-5 Odd Mug formations
Fixed the CB FS Sub Package in 5-3 Goal Line Defense formation
Tuned the TE auto-motion on the Gun Normal & Off Close > FK Jet Y Wheel (Ravens)
Addressed an issue where the motion receiver was unable to catch a pass on the Gun – Wing Slot Offset: Jet Pass Fk Zone play
Fixed an issue with WRs colliding on the Gun – Cluster HB Strong: Spacing play
Tuned Safety alignment and play art inconsistencies in the Nickel Over – Cover 3 Sky play against 4×1 formations.
Dime Load Weak – Missing coverage shell adjustments have been fixed.

New Formations

3-3-5 Penny 3 High
Dime Single Mug and 2-3 Single Mug
Dev Note: Added to provide more flexibility and disguise in your defensive scheme. Single Mug looks force offenses into more one-on-one pass protection, making it easier to generate heat with stunts and targeted blitzes—especially off the slot. The 3-3-5 Penny 3 High Safety is based on the real-life Arizona Cardinals’ innovations, this defense brings a modern spin: three deep safeties and fast front personnel create unique run fits and coverage shells, ideal for keeping offenses guessing pre- and post-snap.

New Plays

Blitz Loop 3, Nickel Sim 2, and Field Sim 3 – Added to Nickel Double Mug, 2-4 DBL Mug, and 3-3 DBL Mug
Cover 2 Roll, Show SS Sim 2, and Cross Sim 2 – Added to Nickel Over, Nickel 3-3 Over, and Nickel 2-4
Dev Note: Plays like Nickel Sim 2, Show SS Sim 2, Cross Sim 2, and Cover 2 Roll in modern football are known as “NTT” (Non-Traditional Tampa) coverages. The “Sim” (short for “Simulated Pressure”) tag indicates that although the defense gives the appearance of a heavy blitz (rushing five or more), in reality only four defenders rush while seven drop into coverage. This approach maximizes coverage integrity, yet keeps the offense guessing where pressure will come from.

Playbook Updates

Bengals – Added 3-4 Tite, Cub; Nickel 3-3 Cub, 3-3 DBL Mug, Single Mug; Dime Single Mug. Removed 4-3 Over Wide; 46 Normal, Nickel DBL Mug
Cardinals – Added 3-3-5 Penny 3 High and Dime 2-3 Single Mug
Colts – Added Dime 2-3, 2-3 Single Mug; Nickel 3-3 Over, 3-3 Double Mug, Single Mug, 3-3 Cub; 3-4 Tite, Under, Cub. Removed Dime Normal, 4-3 Over, Wide; Nickel Over, Nickel Wide
Raiders – Added Nickel Over. Removed Nickel 2-4.
Steelers – Added Dime Single Mug; Nickel 3-3 Over, Load Mug; 3-4 Tite, Under. Removed Nickel 2-4
Added Dime Single Mug to Browns, Chargers, Chiefs,
Added Dime 2-3 Single Mug to Bills, Broncos, Panthers, Rams, Ravens
Benkert’s Dimes playbook receives 36 different plays from Gun Bunch TE and 33 plays from Gun Bunch X Nasty

Presentation

Added custom pregame sequences for the NFL Rivalries program
For NFL Rivalries associated games in Franchise mode, uniforms are preset to highlight the unique matchups of the Rivalries program
NFL Rivalries field art has been updated for all NFL Rivalries teams for the 2025 NFL Season
Additional commentary updates for NFL Rivalries games
Added CPU highlights for the Halftime Show and Weekly Recap
Removed scrolling text that stuttered during the intro and outro bumpers for the Halftime Show and Weekly Recap
Fixed issue where QB would appear on the sideline after an offensive play
Fixed issue where kicker would appear on the sideline after a made field goal
Fixed issue with end-of-quarter banner showing for a timeout
Fixed issue with Last Season stats banner showing for a rookie
Fixed issue with Upcoming Games banner not displaying bye week
Fixed issue where NFL bumper was not appearing before a Super Bowl

Franchise

Addressed an issue where the CPU automatically promotes the team’s existing Offensive or Defensive coordinator if a user leaves the league. Preventing a new user from completing a game until the league advances
Updated an issue where the Super Bowl logo referenced was last year’s Super Bowl LIX image.
Updated an issue where Coach Abilities were displaying as locked although they were upcoming within the Coach Archetype’s path
Resolved multiple stability issues to enhance overall game performance and user experience

Superstar Mode

Added a new Stats tab in the Superstar Center, with standings and League Leaders.
Fixed an issue where the team would choose not to kick Field Goals during simulation.
Fixed an issue where Weekly Activities would sometimes display a Connection’s name incorrectly.
Fixed an issue where different save slot data would be combined, preventing further progression.
Fixed an issue where the Adidas questline could not be completed with certain gear.
Fixed an issue where completing the Combine would sometimes result in a black screen.
Fixed an issue where Weekly Activities would sometimes appear stuck when selecting any of the options.
Fixed several issues with inaccurate stats.

Ultimate Team

Field Pass, Progression & Rewards

Fixed an issue where rewards and new item flows would not trigger after finishing events, earning XP, or leveling up a Field Pass.
Resolved a soft lock when viewing the Premium Pass screen for the first time.
Corrected a bug that could send users to the front-end menu after purchasing a Premium Pass instead of returning them to the Field Pass screen.
Weekly Spotlight content now displays the correct reward and level and can be accessed normally.
Fixed a visual error where backgrounds and borders appeared stretched in the Team Pass rewards flow.
Addressed inaccurate rank-point (RP) indicators and progression visuals in Ranked H2H.
Purchasing the Premium Pass when at max level now correctly displays reward timing on the free track.
Resolved a case where Top-100 players saw “Unranked 0” as the next rank in reward screens.
Continue button on reward screens is now responsive in all cases.

Lineups & Team Management

Fixed an issue where swapping players already in the depth chart could cause the eligible player list to disappear.
Lineup flicker when dragging and dropping players into positions has been eliminated.
Strategy and chemistry logos now display properly on player cards and lineup tiles.
Secondary-position icons now appear correctly on the chemistry card back.
“Flip Item” callout in Manage Lineup popup now functions as intended.

Store, Sets & Packs

Pack Helper suggestions for “Promote to Starter” now properly validate eligible positions.
Corrected missing art for fantasy packs and welcome packs in reward flows.
Updated reward thumbnails so Platinum Player art matches the reward path display.
Fixed an issue preventing users from quick-selling a card and immediately interacting with the next item in the flow.

Challenges, Events & H2H

Fixed errors that occurred after completing a challenge, ensuring progress is saved and rewards are granted.
Resolved long loading screens after finishing or selecting sequences of challenges.
Co-op Challenges now load directly into gameplay instead of matchmaking.
Progress & Rewards screens now populate correctly for invited users in lobbies.
Fixed UI overlaps and blank tags appearing when accessing challenge categories.
Addressed missing or overlapping division icons in the H2H Ranked Progression screen.
Users re-joining Squads lobbies will now see the ready button consistently and return to the correct lobby after matches.

UI & Visual Presentation

Fixed multiple alignment and scaling issues across Progress & Rewards, Event Select, and Team Requirements screens.
Updated several missing highlight brackets and callouts across abilities, sets, and event tiles.
Resolved overlapping column names and misplaced widgets within the CES Results tile.
Chemistry and coach assignment indicators now update correctly when navigating back from menus.
Field Pass interface now remains stable when navigating from external tabs.
Player-card customizations now display properly during Squads and Sick Six gameplay.
Improved consistency for icons, scroll bars, and progress indicators throughout the Ultimate Team hub.

Stability & Miscellaneous Fixes

Addressed instances where the User/Currency bar disappeared after certain hub actions.
Event Requirement lists now properly display players that exceed the limit instead of hiding them.
General improvements to Reward and Progress screen responsiveness and animation timing.

Audio

Addressed a variety of minor issues: commentary playing incorrectly, reducing repetitive commentary, stadium SFX levels, and music playing incorrectly.

UI

Fixed an issue where Main Menu tiles would lead to a blank screen.
Fixed an issue blocking users from playing local co-op on Switch 2.
Fixed an issue with Joy-Cons not being recognized in Mini Games Team Select on Switch 2.
Fixed an issue when switching from Joy-Con to controller on Team Select on Switch 2.
Fixed an issue with the Score HUD showing up twice.
Various player portraits have been added or corrected.
Various stability fixes.
Various UI and front-end polish.

Art

Added Patriots mascot Pat Patriot
Dev Note: Our apologies for neglecting to include the 8 mascots that were added in our previous title update! They were: Blitz (Seahawks), Blue (Colts), Chomps (Browns), Gumbo (Saints), Panthers (Sir Purr), Steely McBeam (Steelers), T-Rac (Titans), and Viktor (Vikings).
With the most recent addition of Pat Patriot, that means each NFL team with a costumed mascot is now represented in our game
Time for sports trivia! There are 5 teams without an official in-stadium mascot (Chargers, Jets, Giants, Packers, and Raiders).
3 New Cleats:
Nike Vapor Speed 3
Nike Zoom Vapor Pro 1
Nike Lebron IV Menace
New Wrist braces available to assign and equip
6 New Axiom facemasks
Axiom Robot Straight
Axiom JR Cross
Axiom Snowflake
Axiom Spyder
Axiom 808
Axiom Robot Cage
New Likenesses added
Colston Loveland – Bears TE
Benjamin Morrison – Bills CB
Trey Amos – Commanders CB
James Pearce Jr – Falcons EDGE
Chase Brown – Bengals RB

With an update this significant, don’t be surprised if something breaks or doesn’t work as intended and a hotfix is needed to resolve it. If EA releases one, expect it here on MP1st.

If you’ve yet to pick the game up, check out our review where we state, “Many people had started to write off the Madden franchise as being nothing more than we’ve gotten in recent years, but entries like Madden 26 prove there is still plenty of quality to be found in the franchise.”

Tags: Madden Madden NFL 26 nfl

Alex Co

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Fortnite Update 4.88 Delivers v37.51

by Alex Co

9:02 am in Title Updates and Patches

Epic Games has released v37.51 for Fortnite today, and this houses data for a new event! Console gamers will see today’s download as Fortnite update 4.88, and while this isn’t as big as previous patches, there is still a slew of new stuff to chew through.

Chief among the new stuff ushered in is data for a new event that was uncovered via datamining!

There are also a slew of fixes and known issues, which we’ve included below.

Fortnite’s October 22 Update Brings Patch 4.88

GENERAL TOP ISSUES

Fixed in Future Game Update

Locker Search bar deselects after typing.
War Wolf Dire may display texture gaps when using certain Emotes or Pickaxes.
Green Ghost Glider may not display as intended during gameplay.
Mr. Dappermint is missing his bow tie.

In Development

Nintendo Switch players encountering storage space issues

BATTLE ROYALE/Blitz ROYALE/RELOAD/OG TOP ISSUES

In Development

Styles for Ranked Backbling and Ranked Umbrella do not unlock when players rank up

LEGO FORTNITE TOP ISSUES

Fixed in Future Game Update

Potent Potion Production requires building a new Stone Breaker to unlock.

In Development

Lag/hitching issues in the Storm King fight

Investigating

Sizzle Sgt. may not be present at the Dispatch Center.
‘F’ key conflict: unable to interact with objects.
A prompt to flip a vehicle no longer appears when a vehicle is flipped.

FORTNITE MOBILE TOP ISSUES

Investigating

Controller bindings cannot be customized on Mobile.
Unable to send Game Channel messages in Battle Royale Solos.

ROCKET RACING TOP ISSUES

In Development

The Weekly Quest progress tracker may not update after progress is made.
Cannot Rocket Drift with default keybind on PC (Creative).

Investigating

Some Wheels may incorrectly appear with darker Default Styles or incomplete visual elements.

SAVE THE WORLD TOP ISSUES

Investigating

The progress circle animation does not appear around the “Vote” button when using a controller.
Plasma Pulse may not behave as intended after firing a Bow.

In Development

Unable to change the ‘Jump’ keybind on PC.

FORTNITE FESTIVAL TOP ISSUES

Investigating

Eliminated players may be able to continue playing in Battle Stage.

Fortnite Upcoming Event Datamined in v37.51

Dataminer Loolo spotted a few key things that should be coming to the game soon and details on the upcoming event.

THE RIFT GUN WILL APPEAR AT THE EVENT
Upcoming “Bobo” ítem for the simpsons! (This one is for Lego)
THE TENTACLE WILL APPEAR AT THE EVENT
THE EVENT WILL HAVE UFOS!!
CONFIRMED – LIVE EVENT IS 530MB

Tags: Fortnite

Alex Co

Father, gamer, games media vet, writer of words, killer of noobs.

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PS5 New Update Ver. 25.07-12.20.00.05 Released on Oct. 22, Brings More Than Just Stability Improvements

by Alex Co

1:53 am in News

While we’re used to seeing Sony release minor PS5 system updates that improve the console’s stability, that’s not the case today. The PS5’s new update 25.07-12.20.00.05, released this October 22, isn’t a major upgrade that adds in a slew of new features, but it’s also more than just your standard system stability patch.

Clocking in at 1.3 GB, this new firmware update improves DualSense Edge stability, the console’s messaging feature and more.

New PS5 System Update Released on Oct. 22

Here’s what’s new per Sony:

You can now use your console to check the serial number of your console, and of DualSense wireless controllers that are currently connected by USB or Bluetooth®.
- For your console, select Settings > System > System Software > Console Information, and then check Serial Number.
- For a DualSense wireless controller, select Settings > Accessories > General > Advanced Settings > View Serial Number.
- We’ve updated the device software of the DualSense Edge wireless controller to improve stability.
We’ve improved the messages and usability on some screens.
We’ve improved system software performance and stability.

That’s about it. It’s not a major system update, but it’s more than just your usual stability one. In other PlayStation news, the PS6 has been teased by Sony and AMD, and it’s been mentioned it’ll be coming in a “few years,” which should surprise no one.

The last major firmware update was released a month ago, adding the Power Save feature, which multiple first-party games are receiving as title updates. Yesterday, both Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and even Death Stranding: Director’s Cut got title updates that added this and a few more improvements.

Tags: PlayStation PS5 ps5 update

Alex Co

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MSI VERSA PRO Wireless Review – Premium Lower-Cost Gaming Mouse

by Paulmichael Contreras

October 21, 2025 7:03 pm in News

Gaming mice are a dime a dozen these days. They come in all shapes and sizes, colors and styles. MSI is no stranger to this category, and over the last couple of weeks, we’ve been testing out their VERSA PRO WIRELESS gaming mouse for review consideration. We’ve spent a couple of weeks putting this mid-range mouse through its paces, and have our review ready now.

In the Box

In the box are just a few things: the mouse, a 2-meter FriXionFreeCable USB-C to A charging cord, and an instruction manual. This particular model appears to only come in black, which makes sense at this price level. With an MSRP of $69.99 USD, it’s not quite at the impulse level, but it also won’t drain your wallet like so many other high-end gaming mice. The feature set fits the price, indeed. Not all the bells and whistles, but some premium features where it counts.

The VERSA PRO WIRELESS weighs 97 grams, or a hair over 3.42 ounces. It’s incredibly light, yet hefty enough not to feel cheap. It’s right-handed, with an obvious resting area for your thumb on one side. The side grips are textured, featuring what MSI calls Diamond Lightgrips—a grippy texture with semi-translucent plastic that allows two lighted zones along each side. These zones, combined with the scroll wheel and MSI logo on top, provide four zones of RGB lighting.

On the underside, you’ll find five skates, which glide smoothly across most mousing surfaces, as well as the DPI switch button. A rounded access door can be popped off by pushing in one side, which disengages a magnet that otherwise holds it in place. This reveals a compartment containing the gold USB transceiver. This is for use with MSI’s proprietary SWIFTSPEED 2.4 GHz protocol. The VERSA PRO WIRELESS also sports Bluetooth 5.3 and USB 2.0 as alternative connectivity options, which means you can keep the transceiver in one computer all the time, while still having options to connect to another via Bluetooth (or you can also still use the mouse while it is charging via USB-C to A cable. There is also a dock connector, because MSI sells a docking station for this model, a surprise to see at this price point. Although we didn’t receive the model that included it, product shots suggest it could be a decorative piece, making it a nice inclusion if aesthetics are important to you. While this is a nice-to-have, it is far from required and the mouse functions fully without it.

Plenty of Buttons

The VERSA PRO WIRELESS sports 15 buttons, including the regular left and right buttons, which are powered by OMRON optical micro switches that are rated at 70 million clicks before failure might start to kick in. Obviously, we cannot test for such claims, but as optical switches have fewer moving parts, there is ample reason to believe this spec. The clicks are very quiet, and each main button requires a decent amount of force in order to actuate. For instance, a HyperX mouse I have used prior to obtaining the VERSA PRO WIRELESS is constantly the victim of accidental clicks, in part because the main buttons are too easy to press accidentally.

Besides the main left and right buttons, the mouse wheel can not only be clicked, but a switch below it acts as a toggle: the mouse wheel can either ratchet as it scrolls for precision (ideal for switching weapons in an FPS), or a free-spinning mode for much quicker scrolling, which is perfect for browsing websites. This feels like a higher-end function, and is something I have missed when I switched from a business-oriented mouse over to my HyperX. The mouse wheel also supports four-way scrolling: up, down, left, and right are all included, which also feels rarer at this price point.

The rest of the buttons (13 out of the 15 total) can be reprogrammed using the MSI Center application. While you are required to at a minimum assign a left click function, anything is fair game. One button in particular, situated at the front left of the mouse, is quite hard to press. It is assigned as a mute button by default, but perhaps using it as a macro would be more helpful; thankfully, the MSI Center application allows for recording of actions for this common feature. Near that is a sniper key, which causes the mouse to decrease its DPI, which can be handy when attempting to make long-range shots in shooting games, or for a temporary precision increase in other applications.

A High DPI Count

A PixArt PAW-3395 optical sensor drives cursor tracking. It uses an infrared LED, which you can easily verify by pointing it at your smartphone camera. It’s capable of a DPI as high as 26,000, which is overkill for almost anything you might possibly need fast cursor speed for. At that level (and, honestly, even half that), the cursor appears to basically teleport across the screen with even slight movement of the mouse. This higher DPI level can only be achieved with the MSI Center application, which isn’t uncommon for computer peripherals. If you choose not to download their software, you will have to live with the five built-in preset DPI settings. These settings start at 400 and double at each press of the DPI switch button on the mouse’s underside, reaching 6400 DPI. Even this default high setting should be enough for most gamers, but if you’re used to something higher, you’ll want to download MSI Center.

MSI Center is quite similar to many other hardware manufacturers’ customization software. It detects any MSI-branded hardware connected to your system and offers to download features that help you customize it. In the case of the Versa Pro Wireless, this means using their Gaming Gear module at a minimum, alongside the optional Mystic Light module. The Gaming Gear section lays out all compatible peripherals you have installed. For the Versa Pro Wireless, here is where you can modify the three different profiles and settings across four tabs. The “Buttons” tab lets you customize what each button on the mouse does. Performance tab enables you to set up the five DPI levels as well as the Polling Rate (which goes up to 1000 Hz), Lift-off distance, angle snapping, and motion sync. MSI Speedshift, which displays a tachometer that reacts to three “gear” settings – the lower the gear, the longer the battery life, at the expense of some accuracy. Most people will be just fine with this set to Gear I, because the battery life tradeoff is likely not worth it. I’ve had the Versa Pro Wireless for a little over a week, and with it in Gear III the entire time, the battery is already down to 51% as of this writing. If Gear I and II extend the battery life by an appreciable amount, that would immediately shoot up the longevity to months instead of weeks.

Software Needs Some Work

One issue we encountered during our testing of the VERSA PRO WIRELESS is that the MSI Center application did not seem to properly save profile settings to the mouse. While the settings would persist when the application was running, even simply putting the computer to sleep would cause the settings to be lost. DPI settings would revert to factory settings, and even custom macros would cease to exist. We’re not sure what the issue is yet: we’re on an ASUS TUF F17 gaming laptop from 2024, running Windows 11 Home 24H2 (so, not a preview/beta build). Should this situation change, we will update our review accordingly. But this does put a damper on any customization we might want to do, because without a guarantee that the settings will stick around, it feels pointless to mess with them for very long right now.

Verdict

The MSI VERSA PRO WIRELESS is a versatile right-handed gaming mouse that has basically all of the features you would expect in its category at this price range. It doesn’t break the bank, yet feels premium in the hand. The weight is right, battery life is solid, lighting is nice, and switching between a clicky or smooth scroll wheel is great. Some application issues may put a halt to any customization options, however, so hopefully that will be rectified sooner rather than later. Despite this, we would recommend this mouse to anyone looking for premium features at a price that doesn’t cause your wallet to catch fire. It may not have the highest polling rate, but for any average PC gamer, the high DPI settings available should suffice anyway.

Score: 8/10

Pros:

Premium look and feel
Very lightweight, yet still hefty enough
Excellent RGB lighting zones
Versatile mouse wheel
Lots of buttons to customize
Good battery life, extendable via settings

Cons:

MSI Center application currently has saving issues
Dongle storage is a little awkward

MSI VERSA PRO WIRELESS review unit was provided by the manufacturer. You can read MP1st’s review and scoring policy right here.

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Paulmichael has been writing in the gaming industry since 2008. Living just outside of Los Angeles, he has been lucky enough to attend numerous gaming events around the world, including the last ten E3 shows (RIP)! A thoughtful reviewer, every game you see scored by PmC has been given careful attention. Paulmichael is also an aviation fan and an avid snowboarder. Favorite games include: No Man's Sky, Gran Turismo 7, skate., CloverPit.

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Ninja Gaiden 4 How to Adjust DLSS Setting

by James Lara

6:40 pm in News

Ninja Gaiden 4 is officially out, and while it comes with upscaler support on PC for both FSR and DLSS, it seems that the latter is “broken.” While you can adjust different modes (performance, balance, and quality) with FSR, it looks as if DLSS only allows you to turn it on and off, with no control over the upscaling it does in-game.

Don’t worry, there’s nothing wrong with your system, as this was more of an oversight on the studio’s part. Luckily, there is a way around this.

How to Change DLSS Modes in Ninja Gaiden 4

Despite Ninja Gaiden 4 supporting Nvidia’s DLSS, it appears there are no options for adjusting its modes beyond turning it on and off. A rather odd omission on the studio’s part, with a developer even commenting on Steam that there’s currently no way to adjust it in-game.

“Hi there — thanks for checking out Ninja Gaiden 4!

At this time, DLSS options aren’t adjustable directly from the in-game graphics menu. To tweak DLSS modes (e.g., Performance / Quality), please open the NVIDIA App / GeForce Experience and adjust the DLSS settings there.”

Despite recommending players to adjust the DLSS modes via the Nvidia App, many are still encountering issues, with some not even being able to change those settings through it. I do recommend you try first, make sure you add the game to the list, and force DLSS, especially if it’s disabled in-game with no way of changing it. Adding it to the Nvidia app and then selecting a mode will fix that option, too.

If that doesn’t work, there’s an easy fix: edit the game’s config settings. Here’s how:

Open Steam, right-click on Ninja Gaiden 4, select “Manage,” and then browse local files, which will open the installation folder.
Open the “Config” folder, then open the “settings.ini” file with Notepad.
Here you’ll see some text, with one line saying “DLSSSaclingFactor = -1.0”
Adjust the number at the end for whatever DLSS mode you want, which are:
- 1.3 for Ultra Quality
- 1.5 for Quality
- 1.7 for Balanced
- 2.0 for Performance.
Save the file, and you should now have DLSS enabled with your preferred mode once you launch the game.

It’s not the most ideal way of doing it, especially since you have to close out the game each time you want to switch modes.

If I am being honest, the game is generally pretty optimized, and I found that I’m able to get smooth performance without any upscalers enabled. Still, not everyone’s system is the same, so if you’re experiencing performance hiccups and have a DLSS-supported card, try this out; hopefully, it will give you better frames.

Ninja Gaiden 4 is now available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

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A gamer at heart, James has been working for MP1st for the last decade to do exactly what he loves, writing about video games and having fun doing it. Growing up in the 90's gaming has been in his DNA since the days of NES. One day he hopes to develop his own game.

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Battlefield 6 XP Farming Rooms Have Been “Killed” Off With Limited XP Update

by James Lara

4:54 pm in News

The player and weapon progression in Battlefield 6 at launch was downright horrible, with some items tucked away via Assignments that had ridiculous challenges tied to them. Players started countering this with XP bot lobbies made via Battlefield Portal where players can kill bots, finish Assignments, unlock stuff and just to progress through the ranks.

The overabundance of these rooms meant that actual BF Portal experiences couldn’t be started by players, given almost everyone started boosting lobbies that prevent other people from hosting their own matches.

That’s ending now, though, as Battlefield Studios are clamping down on XP bot rooms in Battlefield 6! A recent backend server update has seemingly killed a majority of rooms in terms of XP gained. While the experiences can still be created, enabling bots or any custom ruling now results in restricted XP being earned.

There has yet to be any official confirmation from the studios, though it seems that many have been able to verify it themselves.

Say Goodbye to Battlefield 6 XP Farming Rooms

When DICE and the rest of the Battlefield Studios announced that Portal was going to be returning for Battlefield 6, many had already assumed that the experiences offered would be filled with XP farming rooms. That was the case for Battlefield 2042, which had a massive problem with XP rooms, and it was something that many fans were hoping would be addressed in the latest release. That wasn’t the case, at least for the last week, as Portal servers were flooded with XP farming rooms rather than real experiences that many wanted to play. So much so that whenever someone tried to create a new Portal experience, they’d be greeted with an error message about the capacity being reached.

Well, it looks like things have finally been addressed, as many have noticed that the rooms now have reduced XP, available only for match completion. Check out the new Portal XP earn rate screen (via BF Bulletin):

While there are still some rooms out there that are still running with full XP, it seems that many experiences have now been updated with the reduced XP. It seems to apply to any custom-based room, as well as to rooms that are being back-filled with bots.

That’s not to say that players can’t create official rooms, but they just can’t have bots enabled. We tested this ourselves, keeping all the rules official, and trying it out with bots enabled and then disabled. Sure enough, the room had full XP enabled whenever bots were disabled, and then reduced XP, which is only match completion, whenever bots were enabled.

For those wondering why players did this, it was mostly because some of the game’s progression was locked behind challenges. Many felt that the numbers required for some of the challenges (such as 150 headshots with a sniper 200m away) were unfair, so they resorted to playing in bot-filled rooms to complete the challenges.

One of the biggest criticisms of Battlefield 6 is the challenges, particularly how training paths, weapons, and other features are locked behind them. As someone who has been working towards completing some of these in live games, I can tell you they are the most counter-productive challenges you can think of, often making me ignore playing the objective.

While DICE buffed XP earn rate and made weapon unlock progression much easier and faster, the Assignments are still not in a good place. The devs have said they are looking into it, but no specific list of changes have been shared yet.

I can only imagine how many more matches will now be populated with snipers, as they all fight amongst one another to try and get those headshots over 200 meters away.

In other Battlefield 6 news, the game’s deadzone settings for controllers is broken, and there’s proof of it.

Hopefully, Assignments, progression, and other issues with the game are sorted when Season 1 rolls out next week.

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Insurgency Sandstorm Update 1.013/1.26 Deployed for Operation: Shell Shock

by Alex Co

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Saber Interactive is continuing the post-release content support for Insurgency Sandstorm, as the developers released update version 1.19 Operation: Shell Shock!

Console gamers will see today’s download as Insurgency Sandstorm update 1.26/1.013 (complete version 1.013.000), and this adds both free and paid content.

Read on for the complete patch notes and info for Operation: Shell Shock.

Insurgency Sandstorm Shell Shock Update Adds New Weapons via Patch 1.013/1.26

CHALLENGES

To give players more opportunities to earn rewards while they play Insurgency: Sandstorm, we are introducing Challenges. There are three types, each offering unique goals:

Daily Challenges – Daily objectives that rotate every 24 hours.
Weekly Challenges – Bigger challenging objectives that may take more time to complete.
Static Challenges – Always active and can be completed at any time. Some of these include multiple objectives, with new levels unlocking as you complete prior ones.

You can view and track your active Challenges in the Stats menu under the Challenges tab, or directly from the Play menu in Co-op or Versus. Your Daily and Tracked Challenges appear there, so you can easily track your progress before heading into combat.

Once the match is over, your completed and tracked Challenges will also appear on the Results screen, giving you a quick overview of what you’ve achieved.

Challenges are available in official online matches only. Local play and community servers will not count toward Challenge progress.

NEW WEAPONS: US12 & S12K

Operation: Shell Shock introduces two new semi-automatic shotguns: the S12K for Security and the US12 for Insurgents!

S12K (SEC) – Modelled on the AK platform, the S12K delivers fast semi-auto fire with rugged reliability.
US12 (INS) – The US12 tears through close quarters with unrelenting semi-auto destruction.

Chad Team 666

With this update releasing so close to Halloween, we are taking the opportunity to introduce a new time-limited game mode with a twist: Introducing Chad Team 666!

Your squad of vampiric special forces takes on waves of zombified frenzy enemies in this high-intensity checkpoint mode.

Fully loaded and undead.

Cosmetic Patches

Brand new Shell Shocked-themed cosmetic patches to both factions so you can bring the heat in style!

Security Patches

Operation: Shell Shock
Ram’s Head
Mountain Warfare Badge
Mountain Division Patch
Mountain Division Insignia
LOVE

Insurgent Patches

Anarchist Colors
Anarchist Flag
Torn Anarchist Flag
Symbol of Chaos
Trying My Best

Uniform Camo

We have added two player-favourites to universal camos so you can go full tacticool.

Security Camos

MM-14 Pixel
Night Raven

Cosmetic Colour Customization

We have added more colour customization options to cosmetics introduced in past updates.

Security Cosmetics

Detainer Jacket – Sand
Combat Pants – Brown

Insurgent Cosmetics

Rebel Top – Blue/Red
Rebel Bottom – Dark Blue

Equipment Colour Customization

We have added more equipment colour customization options for each faction.

The following new colours will be available at launch:

Security Equipment

MM-14 Pixel
Night Raven

Insurgent Equipment

Purple
Digital Purple

Tattoos

We have added two new tattoo options for each faction.

Security Tattoos

Fire and Weapon
Eagle and Snake

Insurgent Tattoos

Panther
Hydra

Scars

A brand new addition to Insurgency: Sandstorm! Starting with Operation: Shell Shock, you can now find a ‘Face Scar’ menu to further customize your character.

Security

Battle Damage
Black Eye

Insurgent

Burn Scar
Arm Scratches

Skin Try-out System

Head to the Training Range and try out premium weapon skin sets firsthand. Inspect each weapon, see the finish in action, and decide if it’s the right fit for your style. It is the perfect chance to see your next favourite loadout up close.

When you visit the Training Range, select a weapon with a premium skin you don’t own yet. These are marked with the money icon in the Aesthetic menu. You can freely equip and test the skin in the Range before deciding whether to purchase the full set.

When you exit the Training Range, the skins you previewed will be automatically unequipped.

Insurgency Sandstorm Shell Shock Update Fixes

Art & Graphics

Fixed an issue where the Desert Corpsman mask and headgear caused the player’s hair to disappear in third-person and in the Customize menu.
Fixed an issue where the Desert Corpsman gloves caused the forefinger to clip through in third-person.
Fixed an issue where the Desert Corpsman shirt duplicated the left arm tattoo onto the right arm.
Fixed an issue where the player’s arms and tattoos were incorrectly mirrored, duplicating the left arm tattoo onto the right arm.
Fixed an issue where carrier vests and armor appeared detached from characters and floated in midair in third-person.
Fixed an issue where weapons clipped through walls when standing too close.
Fixed an issue where folded bipods appeared unfolded in third-person and in the Loadout menu.
Fixed an issue where bipod-mounted weapons displayed incorrect animation states in third-person or after interrupted reloads.
Fixed an issue where interrupted reloads while using bipods caused magazines to disappear temporarily.
Fixed an issue where player animations were broken when blinded and performing actions like reloading or throwing grenades.
Fixed an issue where reload animations appeared incorrect when interrupted by vehicle interaction.
Fixed an issue where the Forest Warden Bottom clipped with Heavy Armor in third-person view.
Fixed an issue where the Protective Gear Boots clipped with the Biker Bottom.
Fixed an issue where female PMC Bottoms with Technician Tops had morphing issues.
Fixed an issue where the MM-14 Pixel camo pattern differed from the intended reference design.
Fixed an issue where the Night Raven camo had inconsistent pattern scaling between legs and torso.
Fixed an issue where the Rust & Wrap AKM skin appeared invisible when viewed through scopes in third-person.
Fixed an issue where optics appeared distorted when aiming down sights on the SVD while using the Quick Draw Grip or Aiming Grip.
Fixed an issue where optics were overly bright when using certain scopes on night maps.
Fixed an issue where the IR flashlight appeared visible under NVG conditions when it should have been hidden.
Fixed an issue where the helicopter from fire support appeared entirely white on Last Light.
Fixed an issue where Shell Camo (Torso) coloring differed from previous updates.
Fixed an issue where the armor and carrier displayed as belonging to the opposite faction after switching sides.
Fixed an issue where uniform camo coloring for Shell Camo (Torso) differed between updates.
Fixed an issue where the M249 tape and other belt-fed weapon elements were invisible in third-person.
Fixed an issue where the M249 inner section lacked texture when using the Night Raven skin.
Fixed an issue where the AKM, AUG A3, and G36K could appear invisible or contain missing components in certain conditions.
Fixed an issue where the G36K displayed an unintended extra piece near the barrel.
Fixed an issue where PKM bullets disappeared from the magazine when reloading on bipods.
Fixed an issue where Desert Corpsman and Forest Warden outfits showed incorrect material blending or color differences.
Fixed an issue where NVG accessories could appear under the character’s feet after resupplying in third-person.
Fixed an issue where the AR-7090 left hand remained static when switching firing modes.
Fixed an issue where the M250 bolt did not move when firing in third-person.
Fixed an issue where the M16A2 extended magazine with the Bloodwood skin disappeared when viewed through a scope.

Gameplay

Fixed an issue where purchasing the Plague DOC patch did not decrease the player’s currency balance.
Fixed an issue where players could become invisible to others after being killed by friendly explosives while inside a vehicle.
Fixed an issue where players could not destroy caches in subsequent rounds if the previous round ended while an IED or C4 was planted.
Fixed an issue where players could drop an infinite number of magazines on the ACE 52 when using an extended magazine.
Fixed an issue where players could not fire the F2000 or F2000 Tactical for 1–2 seconds after reloading an explosive or smoke launcher.
Fixed an issue where single-shot fire mode on the M250 and H21 had a noticeable firing delay.
Fixed an issue where the H21 had a delay when firing the first round.
Fixed an issue where the H21 iron sight appeared distorted when aiming and shooting close to objects.
Fixed an issue where the H21 magazine did not appear for several seconds after resuming a reload while using a bipod.
Fixed an issue where vehicle interactions could interrupt reloads and cause misalignment.
Fixed an issue where weapon reload animations could break if interrupted by vehicle actions.
Fixed an issue where bipod-mounted weapons displayed incorrect states when transitioning between prone and standing.
Fixed an issue where the M16A2 last purchased cosmetic item did not save in presets after restarting.
Fixed an issue where grenade explosions could cause the title to freeze during training.
Fixed an issue where reload or weapon switch animations did not fully play when using the M1 Garand’s smoke or explosive launcher.
Fixed an issue where the character’s hands clipped with the IED during the planting animation in first-person.

Level Design & Improvements

Fixed an issue where players could access unintended rooftop areas on Farmhouse.
Fixed an issue where players could climb onto rocks and gain an advantage on Farmhouse.
Fixed an issue where players could access unintended terrain near Point A on Forest Push Insurgents.
Fixed an issue where Objective A could be blocked from outside on the defender side in Forest Push Insurgents.
Fixed an issue where a restricted area seam was visible behind Security Spawn A in Forest Push Insurgents.
Fixed an issue where Security players could spawn kill Insurgents on Forest Push Insurgents.
Fixed an issue where players could climb to an upper tier and gain an advantage on Forest.
Fixed an issue where players could get inside a wall and gain an advantage on Crossing.
Fixed an issue where important gameplay props were not rendered from distance on Crossing.
Fixed an issue where AI players could get stuck at the respawn point on Crossing Outpost point A.
Fixed an issue where bots spawned but did not attack Point A on Crossing Outpost.
Fixed an issue where players could climb into rocks and deal damage from unintended positions on Crossing.
Fixed an issue where bots spawned but did not attack Point A on Hideout Outpost.
Fixed an issue where players could climb onto a roof and gain an advantage on Last Light.
Fixed an issue where players could climb onto a roof and gain an advantage on Tideway.
Fixed an issue where players could climb into inaccessible terrain on Citadel.
Fixed an issue where players could exploit a rock on Summit to hide inside it and attack enemies.
Fixed an issue where parts of the wall could disappear or flicker when moving on Ministry.
Fixed an issue where the Insurgents technical vehicle did not move during the final counterattack on Trainyard Checkpoint Security Point H.
Fixed an issue where the loadout room was too dark on Trainyard Insurgents.
Fixed an issue where lighting was missing in the loadout/class room on Outskirts.
Fixed an issue where environment details could visibly pop in at close range on Citadel, Hillside, Ministry, and Trainyard.
Fixed an issue where the stationary turret could become invisible when rotating the camera.

UI/UX

Fixed an issue where flat tops were missing on the M4A1 outside of the weapon customization menu.
Fixed an issue where eyewear glass displayed incorrect tint colors compared to previous versions.
Fixed an issue where the S.O.R.T. helmet visor color did not update properly when changing lens color options.
Fixed an issue where cosmetic presets for Security characters would get randomized.
Fixed an issue where cosmetic colors appeared inconsistent in the Customize menu after restarting the game.
Fixed an issue where the MM-14 Pixel camo could not be purchased in the Customize menu.
Fixed an issue where the black variant of the Yeti Top colored the entire top instead of the intended sections.
Fixed an issue where the “Add Upgrade” tab for the M250 disappeared after installing a third upgrade.
Fixed an issue where canceling preset saving after changing character gender did not work as intended on console platforms.
Fixed an issue where the Customize menu returned to the previous tab after purchasing a tattoo on console platforms.
Fixed an issue where the points bookmark in Replay did not display correctly and extended beyond the control panel on console platforms.

Mod Editor

Fixed an issue where bots could occasionally spawn at the world origin (0, 0, 0), causing them to die instantly.
Reduced lag when editing Blueprints that inherit from ItemFirearm.
Exposed additional INSSoldier and ItemBase variables and functions to Blueprint.
Added SquadLayout to the right-click asset creation menu.
Fixed a crash in Outpost when testing in PIE caused by Blaster enemies using paid cosmetics.
Fixed missing sound effects for Insertion and Extraction Blueprints in custom maps.
Added a new tool, ModDataAsset, which replaces most Blueprint Structs and supports handling data of different types.
Enabled the following plugins:
- Water
- Chaos Vehicles
- Landmass
- Blueprint Material
- Texture nodes
- Enhanced Input
- Live Link
- Live Link Camera
- Take Recorder
- ImGui

Miscellaneous

Fixed an issue where the title could crash during 10v10 Versus matches.
Fixed an issue where the game could crash on Forest after capturing a point and earning an achievement.
Fixed an issue where the game could crash at the EAC screen with a “pros.sdk.x64.dll” error message.
Fixed an issue where the game could crash when joining a group using a party code with a space at the end.
Fixed an issue where the title could freeze when a player detonated a grenade during the first run of Basic Training.
Fixed an issue where FPS could drop near tables with weapons on the Training Range Night map.
Fixed an issue where MOTD banners were not translated after changing language and resetting settings.
Fixed an issue where DLC store links for the Assault Pack and S.O.R.T. Gear Set directed to incorrect pages.

For the new premium DLC released today, head on over to Saber’s info blowout of the update,

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Alex Co

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Black Ops 7 Changes From the Beta Based on Community Feedback Outlined

by James Lara

2:37 pm in News

We’re a few short weeks away from the launch of Call of Duty Black Ops 7. While Treyarch has already outlined several changes they’ve made based on community feedback (such as with SBMM), it seems they aren’t planning on slowing things down, as a new dev talk has been released, outlining even more big changes.

Those who weren’t a fan of not being able to aim down sights while sliding, diving, and wall running without the dexterity perk will be happy to know this is now part of the default movement.

Black Ops 7 Getting Big Changes Ahead of Launch

Ahead of launch, Treyarch is addressing some of the biggest feedback that players gave for Black Ops 7 during the recent open beta. This was confirmed in a new dev talk, where they broke down many of those changes, which you can watch and read up on below.

We’ve got some BIG updates to MP coming out of the #BlackOps7 Beta in our latest Dev Talk:

✅ ADS & Dexterity changes
✅ Aim assist adjustments
✅ Louder footsteps
✅ New slide tuning
✅ Perk distribution updates
✅ New Perk combinations
✅ Faster mantle speeds
➕ more to come! pic.twitter.com/2BVcHUXnu0
— Treyarch (@Treyarch) October 21, 2025

ADS & Dexterity changes

ADS while sliding, diving, and Wall Jumping is now the default in Black Ops 7. You can still equip Dexterity for maximum fluidity, but you won’t need it to aim down sights in all situations.

Aim assist adjustments

The team is focused on aim assist strength across all ranges, as well as rotational aim assist and the requirement for the right (aim) stick to be moving in the direction of a target on controller. More details to come!

Louder footsteps

Based on Beta feedback, footstep volume has been slightly increased, slide speed & distance have been slightly reduced (but still awesome!), and mantle speeds will be faster across the board.

Perk distribution updates

We’re redistributing several Perks to incentivize varied playstyles and make sure Slot 1 isn’t so stacked:

Tech Mask: Slot 1 —> Slot 2
Scavenger: Slot 1 —> Slot 2
Cold Blooded: Slot 1 —> Slot 3
Looper: Slot 2 —> Slot 3
Tac Sprinter: Slot 3 —> Slot 1

New Perk combinations

We’re also combining a handful of our MP Perks to support even more powerful playstyles:

Shadow+Engineer
Vendetta+Assassin
Bruiser+ Close Shave
Hunter’s Instinct+Tracker
Quartermaster+Gearhead (!!)

Players can also expect faster mantle speeds and new slide tuning to come at launch, along with additional changes that will be discussed at a later time.

Overall, these are fantastic changes, and we’re glad to see that Treyarch is quickly addressing many of the issues that players had during the beta. We’re particularly interested in the aim assist changes, especially for mouse and keyboard users, as this has been a major complaint during the beta, with some players calling the experience “unplayable” due to the unfair advantages that controller users have been given this time around.

Of course, we want there to be a good balance between the two inputs, and hopefully, Treyarch has found something that will make everyone happy.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 officially launches on November 14, for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.

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Diablo 4’s Latest Update on Oct. 21 Applies Set of Fixes via Patch 1.095/1.95

by Alex Co

2:22 pm in Title Updates and Patches

Blizzard has rolled out build 2.4.2 for Diablo 4 on October 21 on consoles and PC. This is a minor patch that aims to resolve quest-related issues and more.

Console gamers will see this appear as Diablo 4 update 1.95/1.095, which is also a small download.

For the complete list of fixes, the official patch notes are available below.

Diablo 4’s Build 2.4.2 Appears as Update Version 1.095/1.95

Bug Fixes

Fixed an issue where the Bartuc’s Reign of Chaos quest could appear completed even though not enough Veneration had been acquired.
Fixed an issue where Bonestorm would occasionally be canceled prematurely.
Fixed an issue where Ramaladni’s Magnum Opus still referenced “using this weapon” when it appeared as Chaos Armor.
Fixed an issue where Tuskhelm of Joritz the Mighty’s Unique Power would last an insufficient duration while gaining Berserking.
Fixed an issue where Twisting Blades sometimes couldn’t hit Hellwyrms when attacking from behind.
Fixed an issue where the Harbinger of Hatred Tormented Echo could jump through the fog wall.
Fixed an issue where some cosmetic items from previous seasons appeared locked.

There was also a patch released two weeks ago that had gameplay-related adjustments and class tweaks as well. Here are some of the key changes made from the patch that was released on Oct. 7.

Season of Infernal Chaos

All Classes

Chaos Powers

A Beast Cornered

Previous: For every 10% Life you are missing, you gain 10-20%[x] increased damage and 5% damage reduction. Spending resources also drains a percentage of your Life equal to 30% of the Resources spent, refunding those resources. This cannot reduce you to below 10% Life.
Now: For every 10% Life you are missing, you gain 10-20%[x] increased damage and 5% damage reduction. Each resource you spend also drains a 0.2% of your Maximum Life to refund 40% of the total resources spent. This cannot reduce you to below 10% Life.

Rogue

Orphan Maker

Damage bonus for every second Reload Skill increased from 50%[x] to 100%[x].

Sorcerer

Crackling Energy no longer gets picked up from the Convulsions passive if you are full on Crackling Energy charges.

Infernal Hordes

The range of Soulspires was increased, and Monsters will frequently ambush players inside.
The Ambushing Hellborne Infernal Offer now results in far more Hellborne ambushes.

There are many more changes available in the patch notes. Once Blizzard releases another update, expect it here on MP1st.

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Destiny 2 Festival of the Lost 2025 and Version 9.1.5.2 Ushered in via Patch 1.173/3.78

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1:53 pm in Title Updates and Patches

Bungie has ushered in Destiny 2’s yearly Festival of the Lost alongside patch version 9.1.5.2 today on all platforms. Console gamers will see the patch as Destiny 2 update 1.173/3.78, which includes a good chunk of bug fixes and improvements.

For Festival of the Lost, it starts today up to November 4, during which new activities and rewards are in store for guardians.

Read on for the full details on the event, as well as the official patch notes.

Destiny 2 Festival of the Lost 2025 Info

Available from Oct. 21 to November 4. This year’s celebration introduces two haunting new activities: the PvE showdown, Haunted Altars, and the PvP challenge, Red Rum(ble), plus a treasure trove of Halloween-themed masks and rewards.

Dive into the new Haunted Altars PvE activity and join fellow Guardians in fending off the Darkness in a six-player matchmade experience set on the Moon. Collect candy, fortify defenses, and conquer the menacing Headless Ones to reap festive rewards.

Players will unleash chaos in the Red Rum(ble) PvP mode, a reimagined Rumble mode that pits six players against each other. Look out for explosive pumpkins and surprise Headless Ones, adding an exciting twist to every kill as players fight for glory.

Eva Levante is ready to greet players with a mask that starts your journey into this year’s spooktacular challenges. With Eerie Engrams offering gear drops above players’ current Power level, the rewards are enticing as ever. Earn and spend candy to unleash the potential of the Haunted Mask by unlocking mods and event cosmetics. Three standout weapons, Gunburn Kinetic Submachine Gun, Hushed Whisper Strand Bow, and last year’s Arcane Embrace Arc Shotgun, will be available as rare, bright green holofoil variants, expanding the Festival of the Lost armory.

Destiny 2 Version 9.1.5.2 Patch Notes for Update 1.173/3.78

Gameplay and Investment

Power and Progression

Infusion Costs

Unstable Cores have been deprecated as the currency used for Infusion. They have been replaced with a flat cost of one Enhancement Core and 5,000 Glimmer across all Power levels.
- Additionally, Unstable Cores will no longer be granted when dismantling gear.

Exotic Armor

Stronghold

Fixed an issue where Stronghold wasn’t providing Ergo Sum with infinite guard and max Guard Resistance.

Abilities

Titan

Prismatic

Shiver Strike Melee
- Prismatic Shiver Strike now refunds 80% when not hitting a target in PvE and 40% in PvP as intended.

Hunter

Solar

On Your Mark Aspect
- Removed cooldown on building On Your Mark stacks in PvE.
- Precision Hand Cannon hits now grant two stacks of On Your Mark.
- Precision hits and final blows at ten stacks now refresh On Your Mark.

Warlock

Void

Vortex Grenades
- Fixed an issue where Vortex Grenade was pushing some larger enemy types instead of pulling them.

Activities

Portal

Removed challenge modifiers from matchmaking.
- Elemental Hungers
- Volatile Shields
- Match Game
- Lightning Crystals
- Cosmic Super Conductors
- Ashes to Ashes
- Slow and Small
- Energy Drain
- Haste
- Antisurge
The Heliostat Pinnacle Op now properly shows that Barrier Champions will be in the activity at higher difficulties.
Fixed an issue where breaking Vex crystals in the Heliostat mission would not grant Wolfsbane intrinsics to all players in the fireteam.
Fixed an issue where some Dungeon Lairs may have multiple options for limited revive token skulls.
Fixed an issue where loot from the Contest of Elders Pinnacle Op would go directly to the Postmaster.

The Desert Perpetual

Updated the Network Technician Triumph to accurately reflect the completed state of the Atlas & Almanac quest.
In The Desert Perpetual base and epic versions of Agraios, prevented timing cases where alignment could cause multiple bosses to target the fireteam with Variable Elimination.

General

A refund of 300 or 600 Bright Dust is now available on Special Deliveries for players who overpaid when acquiring one or two pieces of Bright Dust armor ornaments, respectively, during Week 1 of Ash & Iron. Players who purchased three or more ornaments will also receive an additional, separate refund directly to their Bright Dust balance for the remaining Bright Dust owed.
Fixed an issue where the new competitive emblem for reaching Ascendant III was not visible in Collections.
Fixed an issue where the Featherfine shader was using the same visuals as the Iron Valus shader.
The Rewards Pass ship’s name has now been updated for all supported languages.

Once another patch is released, expect it here on MP1st.

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Death Stranding: Director’s Cut Update 1.005 Released on PS5

by Alex Co

1:23 pm in Title Updates and Patches

Aside from Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Kojima Productions has also updated the first game in the franchise, though only the PS5 version.

For PS5 owners, this will show up as Death Stranding: Director’s Cut update 1.005 (complete version 1.005.000), and this clocks in at 5.78 GB.

Read on for what got added for the game in the patch notes.

Death Stranding PS5 Version Updated to 1.005 and Adds Power Save

While Sony nor Kojima Productions have said anything yet, we can confirm that the update does add the Power Save feature. For those unaware of what it is, Sony rolled it out last month as a system update.

The Power Save feature is a mod that runs the console at less power, at the cost of lower frame rate and resolution.

One Reddit user said that this also adds Mandarin as a dub option and some “minor performance improvements,” which means that some bugged areas might now be fixed.

In related news, Death Stranding 2 director Hideo Kojima has recently said that AI (artificial intelligence) will be able to create remakes and sequels at some point in the future.

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Death Stranding 2 Update 1.009 Adds Power Save Feature

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As promised, and with several first-party PlayStation games already receiving a patch for the Power Save feature, it’s now Death Stranding: On the Beach’s turn today.

Kojima Productions has released Death Stranding 2 update 1.009 (complete version 1.009.000) on PS5, which not only adds the Power Save feature but also includes other changes, though nothing major.

For the details, read on below.

Death Stranding 2’s Latest Update on Oct. 21 Adds New Features via Patch 1.009

While the PlayStation support studio that usually releases the changelog hasn’t said anything yet, we can confirm that the update does add the Power Save feature. For those unaware of what it is, Sony rolled it out last month as a system update. The Power Save feature is a mod that runs the console at less power, at the cost of lower frame rate and resolution.

One Reddit user said that this also adds Mandarin as a dub option and some “minor performance improvements,” which means that some bugged areas might now be fixed.

Another game that got the patch recently is Bend Studio’s Days Gone Remastered, as well as the Demon’s Souls PS5 version.

Nothing has been announced for Death Stranding 2 in terms of new content, though there is a chance that more patches are on the way to fix any nagging issues.

In related news, Death Stranding 2 director Hideo Kojima has recently said that AI (artificial intelligence) will be able to create remakes and sequels at some point in the future.

Tags: Death Stranding 2: On The Beach

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Destiny 2 Servers Down on Oct. 21 for Update 9.1.5.2 Rollout

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If you’re having trouble connecting to Destiny 2 today, don’t worry, it’s not just you. Bungie has taken the servers offline this Tuesday, October 21, 2025, to roll out update 9.1.5.2 across all platforms.

During this maintenance window, players will be unable to log in, access in-game activities, or use Destiny’s companion apps, API tools, and the Bungie Store.

Destiny 2 Down and Offline on Oct. 21 for Update 9.1.5.2 Maintenance

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 — Update 9.1.5.2

6:00 AM PDT	-7 UTC	Destiny 2 will undergo maintenance. Sign-on and game integration features will be unavailable on web, mobile, third-party apps, and the Bungie Store. Players who observe issues should report to the #Help forum.
8:35AM PDT	-7 UTC	Destiny 2 and all APIs will be brought offline for expected maintenance. Players will be removed from activities. Destiny 1 may be impacted.
10:00 AM PDT	-7 UTC	The latest Destiny 2 update will be available across all platforms and regions. Players will be able to log back into Destiny 2. Players logging into the game may be placed in a queue and may experience sign-on issues as background maintenance is still ongoing. The Destiny 2 API will be brought online. Clan features may remain offline until maintenance is complete.
12:00 PM PDT	-7 UTC	Destiny 2 maintenance is expected to conclude. Console players who encounter issues updating should restart their console and try downloading the update. Players who observe issues should report to the #Help forum.

If the maintenance lasts longer than planned, we’ll update this article once Bungie shares more info. And while the patch notes for update 9.1.5.2 haven’t been released yet, we’ll be sure to post the full list of changes and fixes as soon as they go live, here at MP1st.

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The Outlast Trials Invasion Update Unleashed via Patch 1.000.035/1.38

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Red Barrels has rolled out The Outlast Trials Invasion update, which is a new and permanent PvP mode! Console gamers will see this as The Outlast Trials update 1.000.035/1.38, and this is another hefty download for the game.

To see the new event details, new MK Challenge, new Limited-Time Event “Geister”, and more, read on.

The Outlast Trials Invasion Update Adds Permanent PvP Mode via Patch 1.000.035/1.38

Here’s what Red Barrels has to say about Invasion:

“The new Invasion Mode allows players to join as either a Reagent or an Imposter, but only a limited number of Imposters can invade any given Trial: while the others wait, they act as the the eyes and ears of their murderous teammates. Each Imposter will get a chance to invade the Trial, as their peers succeed in their sabotage… or die trying. This new game mode is a lasting addition to The Outlast Trials, and a permanent fixture of its gameplay.

Imposters only have a limited time to take down their target. Once the time limit elapses, they must return to the nearest Insertion Gate or risk electrocution — and even death, resulting in a time penalty before their next respawn. But fear not, for Imposters are capable of seeing the noise and disturbances that Reagents cause, giving them an extra edge against their targets. At the end of the match, Imposters are evaluated based on the amount of damage inflicted on Reagents, as well as the number of slain Reagents and for staying alive through their turn. And lastly, Imposters are incapable of picking up Reagent items, but are uniquely immune to psychosis gas and Prime Asset effects.”

New MK-Challenge: BEGUILE THE CHILDREN

The television screen is the retina of the mind’s eye, where anything is true and everything is possible, especially when the audience cannot see the tools that are shaping their mind. Take control of the broadcast, reshape the subliminal message, and we will let you out.

New MK-Challenge: INVESTIGATE THE MINOTAUR

Corporate power and dynastic wealth are the cornerstone of free societies, but only so long a extracurricular activities can be kept quiet. Once private hobbies become public scandals, the guilty must be exposed and destroyed so more tedious dynasties can be put in place. Find the evidence of the Buffalo Minotaur’s crimes, bring it to the press, and we will let you out.

New Limited-Time Event: GEISTER

Experience the event by playing Trials in the program Geister.
Earn Event Tokens by completing Trials and Geister Tasks.
Program Geister Variators:
- EXTRACT ORGAN SAMPLES. Find deceased reagents and extract organ samples for analysis.
- HALLUCINATIONS? Side effects, trauma or something else?
- MORE IMPOSTERS. More NPC imposters in the Trial.
- NO PLAYER NAMES. Player names are hidden. (Intensive and Psychosurgery)
- ENRAGED ENEMIES. Enemies are on high alert! (Intensive and Psychosurgery)

Event Schedule:

Part 1 will take place from October 21 @ 10am ET – November 4 @ 9:59am ET
Part 2 will take place from November 4 @ 10am ET – November 18 @9:59am ET

You can read more about the update in Red Barrels’ dev blog about it.

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Fallout 76 Update 2.12 Applies a Huge Amount of Fixes Affecting CAMP, Combat and Gameplay

by Alex Co

10:32 am in Title Updates and Patches

As part of today’s maintenance, Bethesda has rolled out Fallout 76 update 2.12 on all platforms, which is for version 1.7.21.41. This is another hefty download on both consoles and PC, so make sure you have enough disk space.

While this update focuses on fixes, Bethesda has taken an extra step by resolving many bugs from the CAMP Revamp patch.

File sizes:

PC (Steam): 42.8 GB
PC (Microsoft Store): ~22 GB
Xbox: 22.4 GB
PlayStation: 15.2 GB

For the complete patch notes, read on.

Fallout 76’s New Update on Oct. 21 Brings the Game to Version 2.12

C.A.M.P.s

Workshop Menu

Overwriting blueprint that causes a duplicate no longer results in crashing.
Items should no longer erroneously show the Atomic icon on Xbox.
Items placed on the first floor should no longer float.
When inside a shelter, the blueprinted subcategory is no longer available in Build Mode.
Build menu should no longer scroll faster as you change scroll directions.
The Fisherman’s cooking station, Fish Display Plaque, and all three fishing plushies are now visible in the Workshop Menu once learned.
Decontamination Shower should no longer show as unlearned for players that have already learned it.
C.A.M.P. item names should no longer be cut off when selecting them in the Build Menu.
Players using gamepad can now toggle the free cam control mode while placing wires, unless they are targeting an item that accepts wire connection.
The “Blueprint Save” pop-up in the Workshop Menu now supports mouse input.
The “Options” button is again displayed when using the Replace option.
Last selected variant is now tracked separately between replace and build mode in the Workshop Menu.
Made some improvements to the blueprinting flow in the new workshop.
Blueprinting now reserves items.
A scroll bar has been added when players save their blueprints.
Added additional messaging when a lock is applied or removed from a Workshop item.
The Atomic symbol should now correctly update for purchased wallpapers.
Players should not get kicked back to the subcategory menu when selecting variants while building.
Players should no longer become stuck moving an object when editing furniture items.
Workshop background should no longer be invisible.

Help Menu

Help Menu now lists the correct Subcategory for Foundations
Made improvements to Help Menu information for “Free Camera Mode”, “Attaching Wires”, “Item Lock” and “Death”.
Fixed an issue with the Help menu which listed the incorrect controller button for “Save Blueprint”

Items

The Atomic Roller should now be interactable.
Removed the Blood Punch Bowl from being buildable in shelters to be consistent with other dispenser type items.
Removed the Blue Nuka-Cola Vending Machine from being buildable in shelters to be consistent with other dispenser type items.
Removed the Crania Candy Bowl from being buildable in shelters to be consistent with other dispenser type items.
Atomic Shop icon no longer appears on the Sheepsquatch Poster
Fixed an issue which could cause players to be unable to enter their Power Armor suit until they dropped Fusion Cores in their inventory.
Fixing an issue where the Ultracite Stool and Ultracite Throne were no longer buildable under certain conditions.
Tiki C.A.M.P. kit should now display as a full C.A.M.P. kit.

Combat

Enemies will now display the correct icon for bleeding beneath their HP bar.
Nuke Silo Mainframes Cores should now be damaged by explosions.
Fixed an issue causing Scorchbeasts to focus on their audio scream attack.
Sheep Shard poison damage will now correctly scale with the player’s level.

Events

Mischief Night: The “Light the Mischief Pyre” objective is now translated in all languages.
Mothman Equinox: Fixed a formatting issue with all 6 of the Mothman Equinox event lore books.
“Jail Break” should now qualify for the repeatable Public Event challenge
Glowing Skeleton Costume and Glowing Skeleton Hood can be now sold to NPCs.
The Freezing Touch mutation now deals Cryo damage.
Decryption:
- Removed the armor penetration and increased damage effects.
- Enemies are now higher levels than you would normally encounter
The Big Bloom: Beezlebub’s health and damage has been increased.
The Big Bloom: Increased performance with flower respawning.
The Big Bloom: Overgrown now have a chance to drop Carnal Weepers, Radlilies, or Crystalcups.
The Big Bloom: Lowered the active landmine count.

Gameplay

Becoming immune to fall damage while not in power armor now always prevents the stagger animation.
All Cryo damage now has a unified effect that slows the target and drains Action Points. This effect scales up the more Cryo damage the target takes and recovers over time when the target isn’t taking Cryo damage. Cryo resistance also plays a role in how quickly the status effect is built up and recovers. Weapons and effects that caused a slowing effect now deal Cryo damage instead.
Fixed a bug where applying slow effects to a target could make them move very fast.
RAD damage is no longer recovered to a minimum value when loading into the world. RAD damage is still recovered to a minimum value when respawning. This also applies to Glow for Ghouls.
Fixed an issue where damaging auras would not deal any damage in certain cases.
Fixed an issue where players could be stuck in a state where their AP constantly drains.

Perks

Cryo damage should now correctly trigger the Deal Sealer Perk.
“What Rads” Perk can now only be equipped by Humans.
Fixed an issue on the S.P.E.C.I.A.L. page which displayed “0 unused point” over full categories.
S.P.E.C.I.A.L. Loadout Manager should now perform better when scrolling.
Blood Sacrifice: AP should no longer continue to drain HP while outside of VATS.
The Cloaked icon should now be displayed for Escape Artist and Chameleon.
Twisted Muscles penalties to VATS accuracy and cone of fire are now reduced by the Class Freak perk card.
Four Leaf Clover: Now grants the correct amount of crit meter for multiple projectile weapons.
Fast Fighter: Now grants 50% of your movement speed above 100% (your bonus movement speed) as reload speed.
- Improved the utility of Fast Fighter for Black Powder weapons.
Lifegiver
- Fixed an issue where players could die when unequipping this Perk Card.
- Fixed an issue where the players HP could be incorrect and overlapping the RADS portion of the HP bar when this Perk Card was equipped.
Night Eyes: Reduced cost to 1 point.
Number Cruncher: Now applies to weapon DoT effects.
Deal Sealer
- Cryo slow now counts as an impairment for this Perk.
- Poison aura effects now correctly inflict poison impairment.
United Ordeal: Now shows in the Pipboy Effects tab when active.
Rad Sponge: Thirst and Hunger should no longer be restored at different rates.
- Increased the rate at which Thirst and Hunger are restored.
Good With Salt: Moved from LCK to INT.
Curator: Moved from LCK to INT.
Tightly Wound: Animation speed should no longer reset when entering or exiting Power Armor.
Bloody Mess: Fixed an issue that would allow this to proc on bleed immune targets.

Miscellaneous

The “Combat Knife” should now be properly translated in all languages.
“Rusted Glory Flag” should now be properly translated in all languages.
Players should no longer experience visual clipping when equipping a hazmat suit as a Ghoul wearing a disguise.
Adding the following missing items to Vendors:
- Samuel – Whitesprings Robo Butler Collectron
- Mortimer – Soulsoup Server
- Giuseppe – Cosmic Knife
Unarmed Bobble Head now displays proper name.
Players should now be able to complete the Possum: Leatherworker challenge by building a Bear Skin Rug.
Chinese Stealth Armor should no longer stretch oddly at the neck of male characters.
Corn Cob Fasnacht Masks can now be placed in Chess & Pillar display cases.
Cranberries should no longer spawn as Blast Berries.
Big eared characters no longer have their ears clip through the Brother Hood of Steel hood apparel.
Improved textures for Drill Fist Ultracite Bits.
Light Machine Gun Prime 5.56 and .45 plans no longer keep dropping from Scorchbeast Queen once learned.
Improved VFX to better match damage inflicted by explosions.
Fixed a rare crash on the loading screen.
Silver Extractors should no longer produce Silver Scrap instead of Silver Ore.
Fixed missing armor names in the how to learn text.
Fixed an issue that would cause cut content to be displayed in the workbench.

Expect the last major patch for the game called Burning Springs to be released in December. Once Bethesda releases more info about that, we’ll have it here on MP1st.

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Fallout 76 Servers Taken Down to Apply an Update on Oct. 21

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While the Fallout 76 servers went down yesterday, it was due to the Amazon server situation that saw games like Fortnite, Palworld and more go down as well. Today, October 21, Bethesda has pulled the servers down intentionally and this is to apply an update.

For the Fallout 76 downtime details, head on below.

Fallout 76 Servers Offline Temporarily on October. 21 for an Update

Update: The complete patch notes for today’s update is live, which you can read right now to see the big list of fixes applied.

Per Bethesda, the downtime starts at 10 am ET/9 am CT/7 am PT/10 pm HKT. While the developers don’t say how long this will take, expect this to last for at least 3-4 hours or more. Usually, downtime ends at 1 pm ET/10 am PT/1 am HKT.

As for the update, this is a patch for bug fixes rather than delivering new content, so temper expectations. While the “mini season” starts today, the data for it should have been rolled out alongside the previous Camp Revamp major update if I’m not mistaken.

Speaking of major updates, the Burning Springs patch is set to drop the same time as Fallout’s Season 2 on Amazon. While contents of the patch remain a mystery, the developers did reveal that Walton Goggins will make an appearance in the game as The Ghoul!

Expect the article to link out to the patch notes once it’s available. If anything changes regarding the downtime, we’ll update the article to reflect the changes.

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Hell Let Loose Update 1.047 Unleashed for Patch 18 Hotfix 1

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A few weeks ago, Expression Games released Update 18 for Hell Let Loose, which saw the Stalingrad refresh alongside a host of bug fixes and tweaks. As is the case for most big patches, there are bound to be issues that manages to creep out.

Today, the developers have released Hell Let Loose update 1.047 (complete version 1.047.000), which is the game’s Patch 18 Hotfix 1.

The patch includes general bug fixes pertraining to enemy flares, the Artillery Strike and a lot more. For the complete changelog, read on to see what Expression fixed.

Hell Let Loose’s Oct. 21 Update Rolls In Patch 1.047

General Bug Fixes

Enemy flares can be seen on the tac-map by the opposing team
All Recon Tanks and Half-Truck wheels can not be repaired with a blowtorch
Killed In Action screen shows an issue when killed by environmental fire
Kubanka hat has incorrect ribbon model and colouring
Panther tank has a very difficult time dealing with terrain variance
- Addressed reports of collision inconsistencies and reduced performance with the Panther. Adjustments have been made to the vehicle’s suspension behaviour and physics collision system to align its performance with its original specifications.
Artillery Strike can trigger the “Rain Hell” achievement
Artillery Strike ability can take out spawn points
- The commander artillery strike ability can no longer destroy garrisons
Tank skin preview can be seen through geometry to all players
The recoil on the Luchs is excessive, making it difficult to aim as an autocannon
Following the implementation of the new tank knockback, the Luchs experienced excessive recoil due to its high rate of fire. Adjustments have been made to the recoil and knockback force to restore proper control during rapid fire.

Artillery Strike Balance Adjustments

The commander artillery strike ability has had several balance changes:
- The strike zone radius has been slightly increased, making the shots less accurate
- The number of shells that fall has been decreased from 16 to 12
- The munition cost per placement has been increased to 125
- The cooldown time has been increased to 430seconds
On top of this, the model used has been adjusted and the smoke trail removed.

Armor Tank Balance

Following playtesting and community feedback, it was determined that tank handling was not performing as intended, particularly in higher gear ranges. The balance between applied braking and thrust during steering has been adjusted to deliver a smoother and more responsive experience.
To continue the Armor update, all tanks have undergone suspension and physics collision updates. These adjustments aim to reduce issues with vehicles becoming immobilized on uneven terrain or smaller objects, particularly those located directly beneath the tank. This change is a part of an ongoing effort to enhance Armor and provide a more consistent driving experience for future updates.

Gameplay Balance

Following player feedback and testing, several gameplay balance refinements have been made:

Blowtorch Repair Speed: Increased slightly, improving repair efficiency on all tank components
Anti-Tank Launcher Damage: Increased from 325 to 380. This adjustment preserves the same number of required hits to destroy tanks while heightening the threat level to Armor units
Anti-Tank Gun Damage: Increased from 350 to 400. This adjustment makes these weapons more potent against all tanks; particularly heavy tanks which can now be destroyed in fewer hits compared to the anti-tank launchers

I expect Expression to roll out another patch soon, which should address the performance and crashing issues currently troubling players. Once that’s live, it’ll be here on MP1st.

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