A hotfix introducing a penalty for panic button spam, improving key decryption reliability, and increasing hacking rewards.
▲Buffs2
- Key Decryption AgentsFixed a bug where decryption agents would refuse to decrypt keys they were intended to handle.Bugged→Fixed
- HackingIncreased the potential rewards gained from hacking enemy AI players across all hacking tiers.→Increased
▼Nerfs1
- Panic ButtonRepeated use of the panic button now degrades the outdoor network hub, forcing the player to make more risky trips outside to repair the connection.→Degrades
✚Bug fixes1
- LucasFixed a bug where overlapping threats (specifically Tucker music and Lucas kill) could create unwinnable scenarios.Unwinnable→Fixed
◆Other changes1
- GeneralWorking on signing the game application to prevent Windows Smart App Control from blocking the game launch.→Pending
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Patch history
- Patch 1.0.3Jul 19, 2026 · 22h
Patch 1.0.3 focuses on audio balancing for threat cues, ACRS logic improvements, and a wide array of stability and bug fixes regarding network/power outages.
+10→ - Patch 1.0.2 HotfixJul 19, 2026 · 1d
Patch 1.0.2 focuses on increasing Noir spawn rates, adjusting permadeath rewards, and fixing critical game-breaking bugs related to power outages and save-scumming.
+2→ - Patch 1.0.2 Part 1 / Normal+ modeJul 18, 2026 · 2d
Patch 1.0.2 Part 1 introduces the experimental Normal+ perma-death mode, adjusts the Panic Button mechanic, and fixes UI and saving bugs.
+1→ - Patch Notes - 1.0.1Jul 17, 2026 · 3d
Patch 1.0.1 focuses on audio balancing, cost reductions for the Signal Booster, and various stability and gameplay bug fixes.
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Update Notes for July 20, 2026
A quality-of-life update focusing on bug fixes for UI interactions, notebook functionality, and localization.
Hotfix 1.6.1.514 is live!
Hotfix 1.6.1.514 addresses critical bugs involving epilogue endings, NPC disappearance, audio glitches, and combat animation locks.
Patch Notes v1.2.4
Patch v1.2.4 introduces contact list navigation improvements, a new cosmetic for Parfait, and various bug fixes for traits, rewards, and UI.
Patch Notes - v1.0.10.0
Patch v1.0.10.0 focuses on critical bug fixes for game progression, crash resolutions for specific weapon builds, and improved item acquisition for Handbook completion.
Update Notes 19th July
Quality of life update focusing on casefile navigation, clue interaction, and hint system fixes.
v1.7.18 Limited Mod Support
Introduced limited Steam Workshop modding support for unit stats, heroes, and faction bonuses.
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