Patch notes 0.5 - 8th March, 2018

✦AI summary5h

Patch 0.5 introduces 2-target missions, random mission selection, a new Asia server region, and various weapon balance adjustments and bug fixes.

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▲Buffs4

GeneralAdded Random mission selection where parameters are hidden until matchmaking ends, offering higher bounty rewards.→Random
BloodlineAdded specific XP rewards for retiring hunters based on their level.→2500-5000 XP
Bounty RewardsAdded a 50 bounty reward for killing the target to encourage direct engagement.→50 bounty
VetterliIncreased damage from 90 to 100, improving the weapon's lethality.90→100

▼Nerfs3

Bounty RewardsReduced bounty for locating the target's lair to discourage ambush tactics.50→25 bounty
Caldwell Conversion UppercutIncreased the price of the weapon to $175.→175 gold
Bug FixesFirst Aid Kit:Fixed an exploit that allowed players to skip the bandaging time of the first aid kit.

✚Bug fixes5

Bug Fixes
- Fixed a bug where crouching footsteps were louder than intended.
- Corrected the audio transition for the Spider between indoor and outdoor environments.
- Fixed a bug where weapons would show firing animations but deal no damage if used immediately after throwing an item.
- Fixed a bug that caused hunters to die while using an elevator.
- Fixed a server desync issue when closing certain doors, ensuring the client correctly registers position.

◆Other changes4

General
- Added a new server region in Asia to accommodate more players.→Asia
- Introduced 2-Target missions, allowing teams to hunt two bosses per match for higher total bounty.→2-Target
- Added spawn point selection, allowing teams to choose their starting location to better strategize target focus.→Selection
BloodlineRebalanced bloodline progression by lowering XP gates and reducing per-hunter XP gains to compensate for retirement bonuses.

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General4 Bloodline2 Bounty Rewards2 Vetterli1 Caldwell Conversion Uppercut1 Bug Fixes6

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