Major UI overhaul of the main menu, significant improvements to combat physics (hit detection and penetration), and various audio/visual polish.
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▲Buffs5
- Combat
- New hit detection system implemented to make combat feel more responsive and accurate.→Improved
- Projectiles can now penetrate certain objects, changing how cover works in combat.→Added
- Ricochet behavior has been improved for more realistic projectile bounces.→Improved
- Introduced 'lazy aim' to smooth out targeting.→Lazy Aim
- LaddersLadders are now more durable and harder to destroy.→Increased
▼Nerfs2
✚Bug fixes1
- GeneralA connection-based exploit has been patched.→Fixed
◆Other changes17
- Main Menu
- A news feed has been added to the main menu for easier access to updates.→Added
- Players can now see their server history directly on the menu front page.→Added
- The menu front page now displays which friends are currently playing.→Added
- Personal player statistics are now accessible from the main menu.→Added
- Global game statistics have been added to the main menu.→Added
- The server list has been reorganized for better usability.→Reorganised
- Server information is now displayed in a popup instead of a side panel.panel→popup
- Players can now view their inventory from the main menu.→Added
- The store screen is now accessible directly from the main menu.→Added
- Clothing
- Boots:Boots now require leather for crafting, changing early game resource priority.cloth→leather
- Added a bandana as a new wearable item.→Added
- LaddersLadders now correctly respect building permissions, preventing unauthorized placement.ignore permissions→respect permissions
- Audio & Visuals
- C4:C4 explosions now have a new sound effect.→New
- Beancan Grenade:Beancan grenades have received new sound effects.→New
- The game's color grading has been completely reworked to support future visual updates.→Reworked
- Visual quality of terrain reflections has been improved.→Improved
- GeneralSuicide now results in instant death rather than leaving the player in a wounded state.wounded→instant kill
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Patch history
- PREMIUM SERVERSMar 13, 2025 · 16mo
Introduction of Premium Servers, requiring a minimum Steam inventory value of $15 to access as a measure to deter cheat users.
+1→ - 11 YEARS STRONGJan 2, 2025 · 18mo
A celebratory anniversary blog post recapping 2024 achievements and teasing the upcoming 'Primitive' update for February 2025.
+5→ - Excavator UpdateAug 1, 2019 · 84mo
Introduction of the Excavator monument alongside various map adjustments, server optimizations, and numerous bug fixes.
+5−1→ - July UpdateJul 4, 2019 · 85mo
July Update introduces horse breeds, hitching posts, streamer mode, and extensive client/server performance optimizations.
+4→ - Chippy ArcadeJun 21, 2019 · 86mo
Introduces the Chippy Arcade machine for Chippy players and implements several physics, AI, and network optimizations.
+6→ - Giddy Up!Jun 6, 2019 · 86mo
Introduction of horseback riding, significant engine upgrades to Unity 2019, various performance optimizations, and general balance adjustments to research and loot.
+5−2→ - The Smol UpdateMay 2, 2019 · 87mo
A smaller update focusing on memory optimizations, map improvements, weapon tuning, and various exploit fixes.
+10→ - Happy EasterApr 19, 2019 · 88mo
Introduction of a limited-time Easter egg hunt event featuring collectible eggs, tiered rewards, and specialized gear.
+3→
Recently Updated
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Patch Notes - v1.0.11.0
Version 1.0.11.0 focuses on stability and bug fixes, addressing crashes, localization errors, and stat scaling, while temporarily disabling the in-game leaderboard.
Wingspan Patch - July 21
A maintenance update focusing on bug fixes for bird powers, bonus card interactions, Automarazzi mode, and UI stability.
Patch 0.3.9
Patch 0.3.9 focuses on critical progression bug fixes, save file stability, and general quality-of-life improvements based on community feedback.
Patch Notes 1.1.45
Patch 1.1.45 focuses on performance optimizations, critical quest and progression bug fixes, and improved resource availability in the Howling Marshes.
Hot fix #3
A small hotfix addressing various bugs related to saving, camera FOV, achievements, and co-op stability, alongside a new UI warning for loading saves.
Update 2.57.1.33
Update 2.57.1.33 introduces nuclear-capable aircraft to high-tier Ground Battles, improves guided munition targeting against ships, and addresses several aircraft and control bugs.
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