November Update patch notes address a wide range of fixes including progress blocks, VFX, achievements, weapon visuals, outfit/clipping, headgear visuals, accessibility improvements, cross-play voice chat fixes, and audio level tuning.
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✚Bug fixes10
- FG 42 SMG Stat CardFG 42 SMG stat card display error was corrected to reflect accurate stats.→Rectified
- Occult Karl Outfit
- Occult Karl Outfit:Occult Karl Outfit no longer clips with certain pistols and its holster, improving visuals.→Fixed with pistols/holster
- Occult Karl Outfit:Some headgear for Occult Karl Outfit no longer clips with the headpiece.→Fixed with headgear
- Tarot Charm PackJudgement charm:Judgement charm no longer clips with Blowtorch during gameplay, improving visuals.→No longer clips with Blowtorch during gameplay
- Headgear clipping - Occult Karl OutfitOccult Karl Outfit:Certain headgear no longer clips with the Occult Karl head.→No longer clips with head
- Cross-play Voice ChatFixed initial issue where voice chat on PC only worked as Push-to-Talk via keyboard; now more flexible.→Push-to-talk by default (keyboard) in earlier builds
- Hell's Cauldron - Walkway A2Walkway A2 texture issue near Tower A door fixed to remove dark/black texture gap.→Black texture fixed in gap of metal beams near Tower A door
- Hell's Cauldron - Walkway BWalkway B platform texture fixed to remove an overly dark texture near the fire trap.→Overly dark texture removed from Walkway B metal platform near Fire trap
- The Judgement CharmJudgement charm:Judgement charm no longer clips with Blowtorch during gameplay.→Fixed with Blowtorch interaction
- The Progression blocking mechanicsVarious progression blocks across maps and modes have been resolved for smoother playthroughs.→Resolved/Fixed
◆Other changes15
- Progress blocks & objectives
- Progress blocks on Rotten Coast (Survive Hitler's Trap) and on Dead Zeppelin Heartbreaker objective have been resolved, removing blockages that prevented progress.Rotten Coast, Survive Hitler's Trap→Resolved
- Progress block on Zombie Zoo Nightmare mode has been resolved, allowing normal progression.Zombie Zoo Nightmare mode→Resolved
- Progress block on Hell Base, Chapter 4 mission has been resolved, enabling progression.Hell Base, Chapter 4, Survive the Zombie Horde→Resolved
- The Damnedbusters achievement now unlocks after completing its conditions.The Damnedbusters achievement→Unlocked
- FG 42 SMG Stat CardVisual alignment of the FG 42 stat card corrected to show accurate information.→Fixed
- The Blowtorch
- Blowtorch:VFX of Blowtorch weapon attachments now disappear after consuming them, improving visual accuracy.attachments→attachments disappear after consumption
- Blowtorch:Visuals for the first, second, and third damage upgrades of the Blowtorch are now unique.first/second/third upgrades→unique visuals per upgrade
- Occult Karl Outfit - Mummy Head MaskOccult Karl Outfit:Eyeballs of Occult Karl character glow when the Mummy Head Mask is equipped.→Glow after equipping Mummy Head Mask
- Strange Brigade Headgear PackOccult Karl headgear:Eyeballs of Occult Karl now glow when equipped with Mummy Head Mask, part of headgear pack visuals.→Glow
- Ambient, Menu and Zombie soundsAmbient, menu, and zombie sounds are now at the correct levels for a better overall audio balance.→correct levels
- Cross-play Voice Chat
- In cross-play, the local Mute button is now disabled when voice chat is off, preventing confusion.→Disabled in lobby or game when voice chat is off
- PC players can now switch between Push-to-talk and Always-On for voice chat, improving usability.→Always-On option added (PC)
- PC voice chat accessibilityPC players can now use voice chat with a gamepad and keyboard, resolving initial restrictions.→PC players can use voice chat while gamepad users can also
- PlayStation 4 text messages localizationPS4 players can view text messages in lobby and during gameplay in Simplified Chinese, improving accessibility.→viewable in Simplified Chinese
- Torso & Head animationsAmbient, menu, and zombie sounds tuned to correct levels for better immersion.→correct levels
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- Progress blocks & objectives4
- FG 42 SMG Stat Card2
- The Blowtorch2
- Occult Karl Outfit2
- Occult Karl Outfit - Mummy Head Mask1
- Tarot Charm Pack1
- Headgear clipping - Occult Karl Outfit1
- Strange Brigade Headgear Pack1
- Ambient, Menu and Zombie sounds1
- Cross-play Voice Chat3
- PC voice chat accessibility1
- Hell's Cauldron - Walkway A21
- Hell's Cauldron - Walkway B1
- PlayStation 4 text messages localization1
- Torso & Head animations1
- The Judgement Charm1
- The Progression blocking mechanics1
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Patch history
- July Update | Patch NotesJul 19, 2022 · 49mo
July Update for Zombie Army 4: Dead War delivers a batch of bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements across various systems, including lobby connectivity, progression blockers, and specific campaign/level issues.
+9→ - February Update: Patch NotesFeb 22, 2022 · 54mo
February Update brings numerous gameplay fixes across campaign, Horde mode, and UI, including movement blocks removal, better NPC interactions, lobby UI tweaks, and Nightmare/Chapter fixes.
+3−1→ - →December Update: Patch NotesDec 13, 2021 · 56mo
December Update adds bugfixes across missions, UI prompts, crossplay prompts, weapon visuals, and loot caches, plus balance-free quality improvements and a rewarded upgrade kit for players 50+.
- →Hotfix | Thursday 26th AugustAug 26, 2021 · 60mo
Hotfix adds a progress block fix for Deeper Than Hell and introduces a new completion icon for Nightmare Mode missions.
- July Update: Patch NotesJul 8, 2021 · 62mo
July Update introduces numerous quality-of-life fixes and mission-specific improvements across Abaddon Asylum, Terminal Error, Nightmare Mode, and general controls, plus ongoing known issues on Nightmare achievements and upgrade kits.
+10→ - →Thursday 8th April | Patch NotesApr 8, 2021 · 65mo
Cross-platform multiplayer added; several balance and navigation fixes across chapters and maps; general bug fixes and improvements.
- →Tuesday 23 March 2021 | March Patch UpdateMar 23, 2021 · 65mo
China region added to matchmaking for better connectivity; patch also includes Steam Cloud sync fix and an achievement fix, plus a free hat and weapon charms promotion.
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