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Behaviour Interactive Inc. · Behaviour Interactive Inc.·$19.99
Sep 14, 2021 · 60mo ago

5.2.1 | Bugfix Patch

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A bugfix patch primarily focusing on the Cenobite (Pinhead), map stability, and various interaction fixes across multiple killers and maps.

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Buffs4

  • The Cenobite
    • Teleport:Teleport now prioritizes locations on the same level as the survivor solving the puzzle box, improving positioning.
    • Gateway:Fixed an issue where chains could hit the Cenobite when creating a gateway too close to himself.
  • The NightmareFixed an issue where survivors could stun the Nightmare with a Dream Pallet.stunnableimmune
  • GeneralFixed issues where killers could not pick up survivors downed near short sides of generators or occupied lockers.blockedfixed

Nerfs1

  • The CenobiteChains:Fixed an issue where the Cenobite incorrectly gained bloodpoints when hitting a survivor who was already downed.gain on downedno gain

Bug fixes5

  • The CenobiteChain Hunt:Fixed a bug where all survivors heard the Chain Hunt start sound instead of only the survivor holding the Lament Configuration.all survivorspuzzle box holder
  • Hex: Crowd ControlFixed the vault block duration for tier 1 of the perk to match intended values.incorrectcorrect s
  • Raccoon City Police Station
    • Fixed an issue where a hatch in RPD could not be opened with a key.blockedopenable with key
    • Fixed a collision bug in the helicopter area that allowed survivors to escape the trial.glitchedfixed
  • GeneralFixed Feral Frenzy, Shadowborn, and Monitor & Abuse not correctly changing the player's field of view.staticdynamic

Other changes3

  • The CenobiteChain Hunt:Clusters of Chains now respawn immediately if a survivor stops the Solve interaction without completing it.
  • Raccoon City Police StationThe map has been re-enabled for play.disabledenabled
  • Dead Dawg SaloonThe map has been re-enabled for play.disabledenabled

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