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What changed in Black Mesa in 2024

91 updates · 12 main milestones · Mar 13, 2024 to Nov 6, 2024

  1. 8 events
    Improved Skybox Textures, Lighting, and Post Processingvisuals

    Visual enhancements applied to all earthbound surface maps.

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    Improved Explosions SFX with Distance Attenuationaudio

    All explosion sound effects have been improved.

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    Focal Point Chapter Release Date Announcednew contentMilestone

    The release date for the Focal Point chapter is set for November 17th.

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    Updated Textures/Materials for BM and BM:BSvisuals

    Many textures and materials have been updated.

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    Added Responsive Surface Soundsaudio

    New sounds will be played in environments with nearby explosions.

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    New and Improved Scenes for Living Quarters Outbound and Insecurity Chaptersbug fix

    Enhancements made to scenes in these chapters.

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    New Surface Properties for Certain Propsaudio

    Unique physics sounds added for barrels, tarps, monitors, and crates.

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    Various Other Visual Improvementsvisuals
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  2. 27 events
    Recompiled Inbound Tram models for improved visual fidelityvisuals

    Resolved tangent-related issues.

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    Resolved sporadic crashing issues reported by playersbug fixMilestone
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    Migrated ToGL/Linux to OpenGL 3.3 Compatibility Profileperformance

    Enhanced compatibility with hardware and drivers.

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    Fixed debug assertions in Havok on Linuxbug fixMilestone

    Prevented potential crashes during runtime.

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    Enhanced performance for moving ropesperformance

    Mitigated engine error messages about missing VMT files.

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    Configured default arguments for Linux launcherquality of life

    Optimized display settings on Steam Deck.

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    Fixed crash when changing video settings during gameplaybug fixMilestone
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    Fixed missing cable texture setvisuals

    Addressed visual inconsistencies.

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    Fixed performance issue with moving wiresperformance

    Thanks to community contributions.

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    Resolved crash due to concurrent exclusive access to game save filebug fixMilestone
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    Introduced auto-configuration on first launch after updatequality of life
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    Forced shipped DXVK configuration on Protonperformance

    Enhanced compatibility with Proton 9.x and newer.

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    Added missing window icon on ToGL/Linuxvisuals
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    Re-added DXVK for Windows as a launch optionnew content
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    Implemented support for mirrored UVs in Studio Model Compilermodding

    Ensured no visual bugs due to incorrect tangent data.

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    Improved game startup for smoother first-time launchperformance
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    Introduced optional experimental Binary Shader Cache for ToGL/Linuxperformance

    Improves shader load times on supported platforms.

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    Updated backup code for statically lit bump-mapped propsvisuals

    Prevented lighting artifacts.

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    Cleaned up shadow filter state in ToGL/Linuxvisuals

    Resulted in more accurate shadow rendering.

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    Improved lighting buffer quality on ToGL/Linuxvisuals

    Resolved red hue in specular highlights.

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    Aligned Vertex Format in Skin GBuffer shadervisuals

    Ensured consistency across shaders.

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    Enhanced Job Pool to support more than 16 threadsperformance

    Optimized performance for multithreaded tasks.

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    Added per-triangle and optional per-vertex validation for studio modelsbug fix

    Resolved issues in ToGL/Linux.

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    Updated DX Support Autoconfig for better GPU alignmentperformance

    Ensured game launches at 1080p by default.

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    Resolved half-pixel halo issue in ToGL/Linux renderingvisuals

    Improved visual accuracy.

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    Significantly improved native Linux and Steam Deck supportperformanceMilestone
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    Updated ToGL/Linux shaders with latest GBuffer changesvisuals
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  3. 4 events
    Addressing Start Up Crashesbug fix

    Ongoing work to ensure the game starts and closes properly, with focus on startup issues.

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    Reimplementation of DXVKperformance

    DXVK has been re-implemented on the developer side, with plans for public beta testing.

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    Testing on Intel Arc Cardsperformance

    Game tested on Intel Arc card to ensure proper functionality; launch commands provided for issues.

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    Fix for AMD Water Crashbug fix

    Known crash with certain AMD cards when reaching water in UC. Beta deployment for crash reporting planned.

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  4. 14 events
    Dedicated Server Build Process Fixedbug fix

    Fixed the build process for dedicated servers to resolve crashing issues.

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    Auto-Aim Overhaulgameplay

    Completely overhauled the auto-aim feature within the game, configurable via console settings.

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    Controller Camera Movement Sensitivity Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where controller camera movement would not obey iron sights sensitivity.

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    Added Console Command for Steam Input Configuratorquality of life

    Added 'steam_input_show_bindings' command to bring up the Steam Input configurator.

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    Custom Controller Bindings Persistence Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where custom controller bindings were not persisting.

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    Antivirus False Positive FIXEDbug fixMilestone

    Implemented a temporary fix to stop antivirus programs from flagging bms.exe as a false positive.

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    New Steam Input Game Actions Addedgameplay

    Added new actions for quick tripmine placement, throwing frags, and switching to crowbar.

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    Fixed Controller Issues for Steam Deckbug fix

    Fixed issues preventing some Steam Deck users from climbing ladders or using trams.

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    Video Settings Crash Known Issuebug fix

    Known issue where changing certain video settings in-game can crash the game.

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    Fixed Auto-Aim Targeting Issuebug fix

    Fixed an issue where auto-aim would aim at items the player was holding.

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    UI Elements Need Localizationlocalization

    New HUD elements and controller options require localization.

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    Adjusted Auto Aim Valuesbalance change

    Adjusted auto aim values in skill.cgf for longer range and increased magnetism.

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    Temporary Removal of DXVKperformance

    Temporarily disabled DXVK as a launch option due to antivirus hotfix.

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    Revamped Default Controller Layoutsui ux

    Updated default controller layouts for various devices including Steam Deck.

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  5. 8 events
    Fixed custom controller bindings not persistingbug fix
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    Fixed build process for dedicated serversbug fix

    A compile switch was missing, resolving some crashing issues.

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    Investigating false positive virus detectionother

    Looking into why some antivirus software flags the game as malicious.

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    Overhauled auto-aim featuregameplay

    Auto-aim can be configured by changing console settings.

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    Lowered controller deadzone for better feelbalance change
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    Updated launch options for better compatibilityperformance

    Default to DirectX 9 for the game and DirectX 11 for the UI.

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    Fixed video settings crash when changing settings in-gamebug fixMilestone

    Changing certain video settings while in-game can crash the game to the main menu.

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    Fixed issue preventing climbing ladders and using trams on Steam Deckbug fix
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  6. 19 events
    God Rays Support Addedvisuals

    Introduced God Rays support for sun and local lights.

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    Fixed Light Volume Flickerbug fix

    Resolved flicker near Light Volume edges.

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    Fixed Diffuse Warp Bugbug fix

    Resolved a bug related to the Diffuse Warp when using more than eight slots in the atlas.

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    Improved Normal Map Blendingvisuals

    Enhanced blending quality of normal maps within 4-way blending.

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    Fixed Weapon Decal Hitchbug fix

    Resolved hitch when weapon decals are first applied.

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    Fixed Workshop Client Initialization Issuebug fix

    Addressed a Workshop Client issue related to double initialization.

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    Resolved Outline Artifactsbug fix

    Fixed outline artifacts present in alpha-tested materials.

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    Updated UI Frame Limiter Logicui ux

    Enhanced frame pacing smoothness, especially with vertical sync active.

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    Fixed Transparency Issues in Fake Waterbug fix

    Resolved transparency issues in fake water, now supporting New Renderer.

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    Enhanced New Renderer PerformancevisualsMilestone

    Performance enhancements for the New Renderer and New Post-Process systems.

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    Improved Game PerformanceperformanceMilestone

    Enhanced performance through Vulkan, UI optimization, and new rendering techniques.

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    Modified Game/UI Rendering Synchronizationui ux

    Updated rendering synchronization for stable UI presentation.

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    Fixed Startup Crashbug fix

    Resolved cases where the game would crash on startup.

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    Interloper Map Crash Fixbug fix

    Fixed crash occurring in the first map of Interloper.

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    Fixed UI Flickeringbug fix

    Addressed UI flickering and artifacting issues.

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    Added Missing Translatorslocalization

    Included a number of missing translators, including 2012 mod translators.

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    Improved Controller Supportquality of lifeMilestone

    Enhanced controller support with Steam Input integration.

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    Resolved UI Rendering Issueui ux

    Fixed issue where UI occasionally failed to render at full size after resolution adjustments.

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    Ported to DXVK 2.3.1visualsMilestone

    Updated the game to use DXVK 2.3.1 for improved performance.

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  7. 11 events
    SpotLight cookies functionality improvedbug fix

    SpotLight cookies now work on any orientation, and cookie sprite sheet no longer needs to be square.

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    Improved deferred lighting and NewPostProcess stabilityperformance

    Stability and support for deferred lighting and NewPostProcess have been enhanced.

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    Added missing Italian translatorslocalization

    Riccardo Rapuano and Andrea Franceschi have been added as missing Italian translators.

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    Fixed Moss shaders and direction controlbug fix

    Resolved issues for both vertex lit shader and skin shader for props with/without phong.

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    Updated translation fileslocalization

    Translation files have been updated with community fixes.

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    Fixed Interloper A controller crashbug fix
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    Miscellaneous graphics fixesvisuals

    A variety of minor graphics issues have been addressed.

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    Fixed video settings retentionbug fix

    Resolved issues with video settings not staying set.

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    Optimized local lights shadow samplingperformance

    Local lights shadow sampling is now improved for better performance and quality on high settings.

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    Fixed halflambert/warp/specwarp shader problemsbug fix

    Addressed issues across all shaders related to halflambert, warp, and specwarp.

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    Unlocked higher graphics settingquality of life

    Players can now access an even higher graphics setting in the options menu.

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