What changed in APB Reloaded in 2026

61 updates · 14 main milestones · Feb 9, 2026 to Oct 14, 2026

  1. 8 events
    Halloween 2026: Apocalypse Eventseasonal eventMilestone

    Halloween event runs from October 15 to November 3, featuring free Premium for all players.

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    The Four Horsemen Gameplaynew contentMilestone

    Introduction of four Horsemen with unique rules: Night of Death, Night of War, Night of Famine, and Night of Pestilence.

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    New Game LaunchersystemMilestone

    Rebuilt game launcher with improved performance, faster patching, and support for seven languages.

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    Four Horsemen Role Rewardsnew content

    New ranks and rewards for completing matches in the Four Horsemen event, including titles and Joker Tickets.

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    Infected Pumpkins Gameplaynew content

    New Infected Pumpkins to destroy daily, with a dedicated role and rewards for collecting them.

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    Red Pumpkins Returnnew content

    100 Red Pumpkins hidden throughout the districts, with rewards for finding them.

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    Halloween Sales on ARMASstore

    Special discounts on Halloween items and the Pack of Revelations Pass.

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    New Weapon Skinsnew content

    Introduction of two new weapon skins: Apocalypse and Widow.

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  2. 9 events
    Client Crash Fix on District Selectionbug fixMilestone

    Fixed a client crash on the district selection screen.

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    Groundwork for Graceful Server Maintenancesystem

    Groundwork laid for 'graceful' server maintenance that moves players instead of disconnecting them.

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    Subtitle Position Adjustmentui ux

    The 'Above chat' subtitle/voice-talkers position now follows the normal in-game chat window.

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    AFK and Do Not Disturb Status in Matchmakingnetwork

    AFK or Do Not Disturb group members no longer show as 'ready' and do not receive the matchmaking HUD.

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    Group Matchmaking Improvementnetwork

    Groups are no longer split when members ready up at different times, ensuring the whole group queues together.

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    Client Crash Fix at Login Screenbug fixMilestone

    Fixed a client crash that could happen at the login screen or when the HUD first opened.

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    District Server Crash Fix on Group Leader Changebug fixMilestone

    Fixed a district server crash that could occur when a group changed leader right as the group ended.

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    Future Bonus Events Server Issue Fixbug fix

    Fixed an issue that would have caused future bonus events (like Double XP) to be ignored by the servers.

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    Improved Login Message for Account Restrictionsui ux

    Clearer login message when an account isn't permitted on a world, replacing generic 'servers unavailable' text.

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  3. 7 events
    District Selection Improvementquality of life

    Choose Your District now sorts by measured round trip time to each region, showing the fastest first.

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    ISSR-B Health Damage Nerfbalance change

    Small Health Damage nerf to the ISSR-B after its previous buff.

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    Client Stability Fix Related to Anti-Cheatbug fix

    Fixed a client stability issue tied to the anti-cheat component that could cause stalls.

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    Crash Report Functionality Restoredbug fix

    Crash reports now reach the developers for better tracking and fixing of issues.

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    New World Server ImplementationsystemMilestone

    Replaced the World server to improve stability and allow for better matchmaking and real-time patching.

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    Rebuilt Voice Chat SystemaudioMilestone

    Updated voice chat using a current version of Vivox with new controls and features for better user experience.

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    Fixed Vault Crash Issuebug fix

    Resolved a crash that could occur when players were using the Vault.

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  4. 4 events
    Daily Bonus Rotationsbalance change

    Weekly rotating bonuses include more XP, Joker Tickets, double weapon progression, and increased APB$.

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    Summer Nights 2026 Event Launchseasonal eventMilestone

    Summer Nights event runs from August 21 to September 15, featuring daily bonuses and free Premium for all players.

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    Free Premium Access for All Playersquality of life

    All players can access Premium benefits from August 21 through September 15 by redeeming the code 'Summer_Nights'.

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    15% Off ARMAS Marketplaceshop

    ARMAS Marketplace items are discounted by 15% during the Summer Nights event.

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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. 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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  8. 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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  9. 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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