What changed in APB Reloaded in 2026

33 updates · 5 main milestones · Feb 9, 2026 to Jul 24, 2026

  1. 8 events
    Extra Contact Standing Bonusgameplay

    Extra Contact Standing will be available from July 24 to July 27 and again on July 31.

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    Extra Joker Tickets Bonusgameplay

    An Extra Joker Tickets bonus will be available on July 29.

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    15% Discount on ARMAS Marketplacequality of life

    A 15% discount is available across the ARMAS Marketplace during Power Week.

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    Double Weapon Role Progressiongameplay

    Double Weapon Role Progression will be available on July 30.

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    Sirocco Mirage Kit Release Delaybug fix

    The Sirocco Mirage Kit was released later than intended, after its sale had ended.

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    Matchmaking System Issues Acknowledgedbug fix

    Recent bugs in the matchmaking system affected player experiences.

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    Extra Cash Bonusgameplay

    An Extra Cash bonus will be available on July 28.

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    Power Week Event Announcementseasonal event

    Power Week introduces increased rewards, faster progression, and discounts in the ARMAS Marketplace from July 24 to July 31.

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  2. 4 events
    Reduced Rate of Fire for Colby .45 AP and FR0G Pistolsbalance change

    Slightly lowered the Rate of Fire to reduce the amount of ghost shots.

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    Corrected Heatwave! Event Role Descriptionbug fix

    Fixed an issue with the Heatwave! Event Role description mentioning rewards twice.

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    Fixed Double Weapon Role Event Issuebug fix

    Resolved an issue preventing the Double Weapon Role Event from working as intended.

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    Fixed Propaganda and Aggression Weapon Skins Issuebug fix

    Resolved an issue with the Propaganda and Aggression Weapon Skins when applied to the Joker C9S.

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  3. 6 events
    Experimental Pistol Changesbalance changeMilestone

    A large number of experimental changes to pistols aimed at balancing the secondary weapon meta.

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    Daily Events During Heatwaveseasonal event

    Daily events include increased APB$ and Joker Tickets from missions on weekdays, and increased Contact Standing on weekends.

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    Weekly Login Rewards for Heatwaveseasonal event

    Players can earn titles through weekly logins during the Heatwave Event.

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    Heatwave Role Rewardsseasonal event

    Complete missions and minigames to earn titles and Joker Tickets through the Heatwave Role.

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    Heatwave Event 2026 Launchseasonal event

    The Heatwave Event returns to San Paro from June 18 to July 8, 2026, featuring exclusive titles and rewards.

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    ARMAS Marketplace 20% Discountshop

    All items in the ARMAS Marketplace will be discounted by 20% during the Heatwave Event.

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  4. 10 events
    New Weapons and Tactical Gearnew contentMilestone

    Introduction of new weapons including FAR NFCP 2, SWARM NFCP 2, Joker M9, OCA ‘Silverado’, and more.

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    Rank Cap Increase to 290gameplay

    The maximum level has been raised to Rank 290, providing veterans with new goals and rewards.

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    New Legendary Weapon: Joker C9S ‘Prototype’new contentMilestone

    A new Legendary variant designed for close-quarters engagements.

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    Introduction of EMP Grenadenew contentMilestone

    Unlocks at Grenadier Rank 3, designed to disable vehicles and electronic systems.

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    Joker Store Update: Golden OPGL Availableshop

    The Golden OPGL is now available for purchase with Joker Tickets.

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    Inventory Management Improvementsquality of life

    Players can now delete and repurchase unlocked grenades for easier loadout organization.

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    Inventory Limit Increasequality of life

    Players can now store more weapons, clothing, vehicles, songs, and themes.

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    Introduction of New Contacts: Zombie & LaRochanew contentMilestone

    Two iconic contacts are now active in the Financial District, offering new career opportunities.

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    Map Balancing Near Financial Skateparkquality of life

    Adjusted building complex to improve flow for attacking teams.

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    Weapon Tuning: SBSR Weapons to Semi-Automaticbalance change

    All SBSR weapons have been transitioned to semi-automatic fire.

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  5. 5 events
    2026 Valentine's Eventseasonal event

    Log in between February 9 and 25 to unlock seven brand-new exclusive titles.

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    Returning Valentine's Itemsnew content

    New Valentine's Day-related items added to ARMAS on February 9.

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    Valentines ARMAS Saleshop

    15% off store-wide ARMAS sale during the Valentine’s event.

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    Love & Lead: Valentine's Massacre Rewardsseasonal event

    Earn titles and items for total kills during the Valentine's Massacre event.

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    Snubby Love Rewardsseasonal event

    Earn rewards for total kills during the Valentine's event, including decals and a weapon.

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