What changed in Arma 3 in 2023

48 updates · 12 main milestones · Apr 25, 2023 to Nov 1, 2023

  1. 2 events
    Veterans Day Screenshot Contest Announcementseasonal event

    Community invited to submit screenshots using the Czech Veterans Pack for a collage on Veterans Day.

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    Arma 3 Czech Veterans Pack Releasednew contentMilestone

    A new content pack honoring military veterans, available for download from the Steam Workshop.

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  2. 2 events
    Support for Spearhead 1944 Creator DLCnew content

    Mac players can now deploy to the fields of Normandy with the Spearhead 1944 Creator DLC.

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    Restored Cross-Play Multiplayer with WindowsnetworkMilestone

    The update restores cross-play multiplayer functionality between Mac and Windows players.

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  3. 8 events
    Compatibility Data for Non-Ownersquality of life

    Allows non-owners to play on servers using Spearhead 1944 content.

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    150 km² Normandy Terrainnew contentMilestone

    A massive new terrain for players to explore and engage in battles.

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    6 Multiplayer Scenarios and 2 Faction Showcasesnew content

    New scenarios for multiplayer gameplay.

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    New Music and Sound Effectsnew content

    Enhanced audio design with new music and sound effects.

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    Release of Arma 3 Creator DLC: Spearhead 1944dlc releaseMilestone

    A new expansion set in Normandy featuring a multiplayer co-op campaign and extensive new content.

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    400+ Clothing and Gear Variantsnew content

    A wide variety of clothing and gear options for players.

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    New Factions: US Army, Free French, and German Forcesnew contentMilestone

    Players can now choose to play as new factions in the DLC.

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    Over 90 Weapons and Vehiclesnew contentMilestone

    Includes 50+ weapons and grenades, and 40+ vehicles with variants.

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  4. 11 events
    New Normandy Terrainnew contentMilestone

    Explore 150 km² of unique terrain based on real locations in North-West France.

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    50+ Weapons and Grenadesnew content

    Detailed recreations of 1944 weaponry and a diverse arsenal of grenades and explosives.

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    Multiplayer Co-op Campaignnew contentMilestone

    Seven co-op missions inspired by Operation Cobra for up to 24 players.

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    Sounds & Effectsnew content

    Immersive audio designed to replicate World War 2 battlefield sounds.

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    Announcement of Spearhead 1944 Creator DLCdlc releaseMilestone

    A major new Arma 3 Creator DLC featuring a multiplayer co-op campaign and new Normandy terrain.

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    Playable Factions and Civiliansnew content

    Includes elements of the US Army, Free French, and German Forces with unique uniforms and gear.

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    Additional Gameplay Contentnew content

    Includes custom systems for enhanced immersion and tactical options.

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    Compatibility Data Pack for Non-Ownersnew content

    Allows non-owners to access certain assets and view new terrain in the Eden Editor.

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    Singleplayer/Co-op Scenario: Der Zahnarztnew content

    A mission where French Resistance members must eliminate a high-ranking officer.

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    Custom Atmospheric Soundtracknew content

    A soundtrack specifically selected to enhance the 1944 experience.

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    40+ Vehicles & Static Weaponsnew content

    Includes transports and armored vehicles like the M18 Hellcat and Tiger I, plus static weapons.

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  5. 5 events
    Mac Port Update to Arma 3 2.12new content

    The experimental client port for Mac has been updated to support Apple silicon and Intel chips.

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    Support for Full Range of DLC on Macperformance

    The updated Mac port supports the full range of downloadable content.

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    Limitations of Non-Native Mac Versionsystem

    The default version on Mac is non-native and has some limitations.

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    Cross-Play Compatibility with Windowsgameplay

    The new Mac port version now offers cross-play compatibility with Windows users.

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    Experimental Native Build for Macsystem

    An experimental native build is available but does not support BattlEye anti-cheat.

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  6. 11 events
    New Props and Editor Modulesnew content
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    New Factions Addednew contentMilestone

    FANK, Khmer Rouge, USMC, and USMC Force Recon factions introduced with various uniforms and weapons.

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    New factions added in S.O.G. Prairie Fire 1.3new content

    New factions included to expand the Vietnam War experience.

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    Prairie Fire Campaign Updategameplay

    Single-player variants of all Campaign Missions (01-08) added for solo play.

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    New Static Weaponsnew content

    New static weapons added including ZGU-1 and M2HB Scoped.

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    Addition of new weapons in S.O.G. Prairie Fire 1.3new content

    New weapons introduced for players to utilize.

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    New Weapons and Variantsnew contentMilestone

    A variety of new weapons introduced including PKK Pistol, M14A1 Rifle, and SVD Sniper Rifle.

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    Various Fixes and Improvementsquality of life

    General fixes and quality-of-life improvements implemented.

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    Introduction of new vehicles in S.O.G. Prairie Fire 1.3new content

    New vehicles added to enhance gameplay experience.

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    New Clothing and Gearnew content

    New clothing items including USMC Flak vests and M1 helmets.

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    New Vehicles and Variantsnew contentMilestone

    Introduction of multiple new vehicles including the Dirt Ranger, M125, M132, and more.

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  7. 9 events
    Introduction of 4 new vehiclesnew content

    SPW-60PA (DShKM), SPW-40P2 (Ch), Typ 2 Van, W123

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    Addition of 15+ new weapons and weapon variantsnew content
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    New 'Force Recon' multiplayer game modenew content

    Players gather intel behind enemy lines without being noticed.

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    New furniture objects and automatic furnishing modulenew content

    Integrated a module that automatically furnishes all houses.

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    New co-op multiplayer scenario: 'Red Steel'new content
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    New Revolutionary Factionnew content

    Includes new equipment and weapons such as scopes, uniforms, vests, and suppressors.

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    Various fixes and quality-of-life improvementsquality of life
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    Refined vehicle appearances and detailsvisuals

    All vehicles are now more refined with intricate details.

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    Revamped vehicle soundsaudio
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