A series of quality-of-life updates focusing on controller support, Steam Deck compatibility, UI scaling, and various bug fixes for firearms and class mechanics.
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▲Buffs6
- FirearmsFixed a visual delay in the flintlock mechanism animation, making firearms feel more responsive when firing.
- General
- Added full controller support, including an on-screen keyboard, sail control, and sensitivity/dead-zone settings.→Added
- Introduced the ability to scale In-Game and Menu UI for better clarity on smaller displays.Fixed→Adjustable
- Fixed multiple Steam Deck issues, including keyboard/mouse input when docked and game launch failures.
- Optimized memory release between map loads to prevent leaks.
- VoIP icons now change colors to distinguish between proximity chat and Officer chat.Single Color→Dynamic Color
▼Nerfs1
- MeleeKick:Players can no longer perform a kick unless they are in the correct melee state, preventing exploit usage.→Correct melee state
✚Bug fixes4
- Sapper
- Defences:Fixed an issue that allowed Sapper defences to be built inside one another.Overlapping→Non-overlapping
- Rocket Launcher:Fixed an issue where rocket launchers were not destructible after being deployed.Indestructible→Destructible
- Props:Implemented an experimental fix for Sapper prop states desynchronizing.
- Flag BearerSolved an exploit that allowed the Flag Bearer to sit while having a flag equipped.Allowed→Removed
◆Other changes3
- Firearms
- Enemy bullet pass-by trails are now shorter and fade faster to reduce visual clutter while maintaining chaos.→Shorter
- Adjusted the time it takes for auto-aim to lock off after firing to improve robustness.
- MeleeAdjusted the melee camera pitch based on player feedback to improve the melee experience.
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Patch history
- Fixes & Additions! Age Of SailMar 12, 2026 · 4mo
A maintenance update focusing on stability, bug fixes for naval physics, and the addition of sustained notes for musical instruments.
+1→ - Holdfast Halloween! Increased XP Event.Oct 28, 2025 · 9mo
Halloween event featuring increased XP, spooky cosmetics, and a teaser for the 'Age of Sail' expansion.
+1→ - New Record! 9,700+ Concurrent PlayersJul 15, 2025 · 12mo
Celebration of record-breaking player counts and a limited-time 1.5x XP event on official servers.
+1→ - Game Update! Crossplay SyncJul 3, 2025 · 12mo
Preparation for the upcoming console crossplay release featuring new account linking, controller aim assist improvements, and UI updates.
+2→ - Game Update! Tweaks & Balances V2Jun 18, 2025 · 13mo
Update focusing on squad camp balancing, quality of life improvements for new players, and preparation for the upcoming console release.
+10→ - Game Update! Optimisations V2Apr 9, 2025 · 15mo
A technical update focused on memory optimization and general bug fixes to improve game stability.
+1→ - Game Update! Audio MasteringJan 14, 2025 · 18mo
This update focuses on audio mastering for better voice chat legibility, balance adjustments for Trench Raiders and Engineers, and various stability bug fixes.
+2→ - Field Orders! Fixes & Additions V2Nov 28, 2024 · 20mo
Introduces the 'Building Legacy' feat chain for class leveling rewards, improves the orders system, and implements numerous stability and UI bug fixes.
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