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Facepunch Studios · Facepunch Studios·$39.99
Sep 21, 2017 · 107mo ago

Devblog 178

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Devblog 178 introduces a test vehicle for admins, mountable chairs, graphical improvements to grass and shadows, and several critical bug fixes for sentries and map exploits.

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Buffs3

  • General
    • Improved server-side eye verification to reduce the number of false positives during cheat detection.
    • Fixed world serialization checksum problems, resulting in faster and more reliable map loading times.
  • ChairsMounting:Chairs are now mountable and provide 100% comfort to the player.100% %

Bug fixes3

  • GeneralPatched a map exploit that allowed players to gain unfair advantages or access restricted areas.Fixed
  • GraphicsFixed a bug where flashlight attachment shadows were appearing incorrectly across the environment.Fixed
  • Sentry/HelicopterAttack:Fixed an issue where Sentries and Helicopters would fire multiple rounds simultaneously (like a shotgun) when the player had low FPS.Shotgun-likeFixed

Other changes6

  • General
    • A new Easy Anti-Cheat launcher has been implemented to improve game security and stability.Added
    • Overhauled the entity parenting system to improve how objects are attached to one another.
  • Test VehicleAdded a test vehicle available exclusively for administrators to evaluate vehicle mechanics.Admin Only
  • Graphics
    • Added a feature allowing grass to cast shadows for increased visual fidelity.Added
    • Introduced a new shadow quality option featuring penumbra shadows for softer, more realistic lighting.Penumbra
    • Adjusted the size of grass meshes to be more realistic.Realistic

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Patch history

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    Introduction of Premium Servers, requiring a minimum Steam inventory value of $15 to access as a measure to deter cheat users.

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    A celebratory anniversary blog post recapping 2024 achievements and teasing the upcoming 'Primitive' update for February 2025.

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  3. Excavator UpdateAug 1, 2019 · 84mo

    Introduction of the Excavator monument alongside various map adjustments, server optimizations, and numerous bug fixes.

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  4. July UpdateJul 4, 2019 · 85mo

    July Update introduces horse breeds, hitching posts, streamer mode, and extensive client/server performance optimizations.

    +4
  5. Chippy ArcadeJun 21, 2019 · 86mo

    Introduces the Chippy Arcade machine for Chippy players and implements several physics, AI, and network optimizations.

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  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.

    +52
  7. The Smol UpdateMay 2, 2019 · 87mo

    A smaller update focusing on memory optimizations, map improvements, weapon tuning, and various exploit fixes.

    +10
  8. Happy EasterApr 19, 2019 · 88mo

    Introduction of a limited-time Easter egg hunt event featuring collectible eggs, tiered rewards, and specialized gear.

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