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Dec 18, 2020 · 67mo ago

2021 Can’t Come Soon Enough

✦AI summary2mo

Updates to Operation Broken Fang, introduction of the 2021 Service Medal, a new weapon donation system, and various map fixes and optimizations.

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▲Buffs9

Buy MenuAdded a donation key (CTRL) allowing players to buy weapons for teammates without dropping their own primary weapon.→CTRL
Guard
- Reduced foliage outside to prevent players from hiding in unfair spots.→Reduced
- Deleted waterfalls from white walls that were causing smoke to become see-through.Present→Removed
Apollo
- Reduced props drawn on low settings to improve FPS levels across the map.→Reduced
- CT Spawn:Reduced CT spawn cover to make the area easier for attackers to clear.→Reduced
- Improved shuttle model collisions for smoother movement.→Improved
Anubis
- A Main:Widened the A main entrance to improve flow.→Widened
- A Site:Removed deep corners and reduced hiding spots for CTs near Waterfalls A site.→Reduced
Settings MenuAdded a search box to game settings to quickly find specific settings or key bindings.→Added

▼Nerfs1

GuardA Site:Removed several unfair boost positions on A site, including the A sign, palm plant, and window railings.→Removed

✚Bug fixes3

Operation Broken Fang
- Missions:Fixed a bug that allowed players to earn extra stars beyond the total available from unlocked cards.
- Missions UI:Fixed kill distance in missions UI to be correctly rounded for display.
GuardFixed multiple pixelwalks on glass, Elysion sign, umbrellas, and doorframes.

◆Other changes7

Operation Broken FangPremier Arenas:Disabled the kick player vote in Broken Fang Premier pick/ban arenas to ensure match stability.Enabled→Disabled
ZeusZeus restrictions in Casual, Wingman, and Competitive modes are now aligned with all other weapons.
Guard
- Elysion:Repacked the radar for the Elysion area for better clarity.→Repacked
- Removed the ladder outside to prevent unfair positioning.Present→Removed
Apollo
- Reduced non-designed headpeaks across the map to prevent unfair angles.→Reduced
- Updated the radar to a simpler single-layer version.→Simplified
AnubisA Connector:Simplified the A connector area for better readability.→Simplified

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