Release Notes for 2/15/2024

✦AI summary1w

This update focuses on quality-of-life improvements, spectating tools for casters, Deathmatch Zeus adjustments, and various map clipping fixes.

▲Buffs6

Zeus
- In Deathmatch, the Zeus can now be bought every life and will rebuy if not in random weapon mode.→Each life
- Getting a second Zeus kill in the same life during Deathmatch now earns double points.Standard→Double points
General
- Added a new performance diagnostic HUD element (Telemetry) configurable in Game Settings.→Added
- Fixed a performance hitch when using sniper scopes and adjusted the visual treatment.
- Key bindings are now independent of input locales using scancode-based implementation.Locale-dependent→Independent
- Added spec_lock_to_accountid and spec_lock_to_current_player for improved observer control.→Added

✚Bug fixes4

Vertigo
- Fixed grenade clipping around the AC unit at B-site to ensure consistent utility bounces.
- Fixed a clipping issue at T-Start that could allow the bomb to be thrown into an unreachable area.
AnubisFixed several spots where the bomb could be thrown out of the map.
OverpassFixed issues where some meshes were disappearing.

◆Other changes4

Nuke
- Adjusted clipping at Vents entrance to prevent players' feet from clipping through geometry.
- Improved collision for sliding door meshes at Ramp.
AnubisAdded and removed a ladder near the boost spot by T spawn to refine movement.→Adjusted
OverpassGeneral clipping improvements across the map.

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Zeus2 Vertigo2 Nuke2 Anubis2 Overpass2 General4

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