What changed in Deceit in 2017
1162 updates · 107 main milestones · Jan 9, 2017 to Dec 15, 2017
- 33 eventsFull French Language Support AddedlocalizationSteamMerged Highscores in Profile into One Tabui uxSteamTerror Selection Mechanicgameplay
Players can select a terror at the start of a match within 15 seconds of knowing they are infected.
SteamFixed Incorrect Borders on Season Startbug fixSteamFixed Perk Tree Points Display Issuebug fixResolved issue causing perk tree points to display extremely large numbers.
SteamRemoved Halloween Decoration from Arctic Mapbug fixRemoved a Halloween head on a spike from the arctic map.
SteamAdjusted Door Blocking Staircase in Asylumbug fixSteamChristmas Tokens for Loot BoothgameplayChristmas Tokens awarded during the event for additional Naughty and Nice points.
SteamFixed Terror Claw Animation Issuebug fixSteamCorrected Season Start Borders for Playersbug fixFixed players receiving incorrect borders at the start of the season.
SteamUI Update for Terror Health Displayui uxTerror health and light health now shown on the UI when in Terror form.
SteamIntroduction of 3 Unique Terrors with Abilitiesnew contentMilestoneAdded Experiment, Yeti, and Werewolf terrors, each with unique abilities and stats.
SteamMoved Bookcase Blocking Vent in Asylumbug fixSteamIntroduction of 3 Unique Terrors with Abilitiesnew contentMilestoneNew terrors: Experiment, Yeti, and Werewolf, each with unique abilities and stats.
SteamNew Unlock Paths for 'Naughty and Nice' Eventnew contentPlayers can earn rewards through two paths: Naughty for the infected and Nice for the innocents.
SteamDeceit Winter Event 'Naughty and Nice' Beginsseasonal eventMilestoneThe Winter event starts on December 15th, lasting three weeks with unique rewards for players.
SteamChristmas Event: Naughty or Nice?seasonal eventMilestoneEarn Naughty or Nice points based on XP gained to unlock seasonal cosmetic rewards.
SteamCosmetic Variants for Yeti and Werewolfnew contentFive different skins added for Yeti and Werewolf terrors.
SteamFixed Terror Claw Animation Issuebug fixResolved issue with the terror claw animation displaying incorrectly.
SteamAdjusted Door and Bookcase in Asylum Mapbug fixMoved a door blocking a staircase and a bookcase blocking a vent in the Asylum.
SteamUI Element for Game Searching Adjustedui uxThe UI element indicating a player is searching for a game is now smaller on smaller screens.
SteamFixed Perk Tree Points Display Issuebug fixResolved issue causing perk tree points to display as extremely large numbers.
SteamSpecial Loot Booth Tokens Availablenew contentTokens will unlock rewards from last year's Winter event and contribute to this year's unlocks.
SteamUI Element for Game Searching Shrunk on Smaller Screensui uxSteamCosmetic Variants for Yeti and Werewolfnew contentFive different skins added for Yeti and Werewolf terrors.
SteamFull French Language Support AddedlocalizationSteamRemoved Halloween Head from Arctic Mapbug fixSteamProfile Highscores Merged into One Tabui uxHighscores in the profile have been consolidated into a single tab.
SteamVarious Visual Updates to ProfilevisualsSteamTerror Health and Light Health Displayed in UIgameplayHealth stats for terrors now shown on the UI when in Terror form.
SteamChristmas Event: Naughty or Nice?seasonal eventMilestoneEarn Naughty or Nice points based on XP gained to unlock seasonal cosmetic rewards.
SteamWinter Event: Naughty and Niceseasonal eventMilestoneThe Deceit Winter event begins on December 15th, lasting three weeks with unique rewards and unlock paths for players.
Steam - 16 eventsRevamped Terror Gameplay MechanicsgameplayMilestone
Terrors now have unique active abilities and different health and speed stats.
SteamYeti Terror Active Ability: Frozen FurygameplayThe Yeti can create frosty armor, becoming invulnerable to damage at the cost of speed.
SteamWerewolf Terror Active Ability: OutcrygameplayThe Werewolf can unleash a howl that confuses nearby humans and blurs their vision.
SteamIntroduction of New Terror Typesnew contentMilestoneAdded unique monsters: Yeti and Werewolf, each with distinct abilities and stats.
SteamTerror Selection MechanicgameplayInfected players can select their terror type at the start of the game.
SteamCompensation for Yeti Skin Unlocksbalance changePlayers who unlocked the Yeti skin will receive a unique emblem and GM credits as compensation.
SteamYeti Terror Active Ability: Frozen FurygameplayThe Yeti becomes invulnerable for a short time but slows down.
SteamIntroduction of New Terror Typesnew contentMilestoneAdded unique monsters: Yeti and Werewolf, each with distinct abilities and stats.
SteamExperiment Terror Active Ability: DecoygameplayThe Experiment can create a clone that distracts innocents for 5 seconds.
SteamExperiment Terror Active Ability: DecoygameplayThe Experiment can create a clone that runs forward for 5 seconds, obscuring vision when destroyed.
SteamRevamped Terror Gameplay MechanicsgameplayMilestoneEach terror now has unique active abilities and different health and speed stats.
SteamCompensation for Yeti Skin Unlocksquality of lifePlayers who unlocked the Yeti skin receive a unique emblem and GM credits.
SteamUnique Skins for New Terrorsnew contentEach new terror type has its own unique skin fitting their themes.
SteamTerror Selection MechanicgameplayInfected players can select a terror type at the start of the game using a new terror menu.
SteamWerewolf Terror Active Ability: OutcrygameplayThe Werewolf disorients nearby innocents with a howl.
Steam - 30 eventsHistory of Unlocked Items Added to Loot Boothnew content
A history of the items that have been unlocked has been added to the bottom of the loot booth.
SteamOptimized Friends ListperformanceOptimised the friends list to reduce the chance of crashing when players have large friend counts.
SteamEmpty Hands After Lethal Injection Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where players had empty hands after using the lethal injection.
SteamLoading Screen Player Display Issue Fixedbug fixThe loading screen will no longer show players from the previous match at the beginning of a new game.
SteamSpectator Communication Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where players could communicate while on the spectator screen.
SteamLoading Screen Tips Switching Fixedbug fixThe loading screen will no longer switch between multiple tips at the beginning of a new game.
SteamBonus Mark for Early Leave Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where you wouldn't get a bonus mark as innocent if you left early.
SteamUpdated Level, Rank, and Reputation ScreensvisualsVisually updated the level, rank and reputation screens accessible from the buttons in the top-right of the main menu.
SteamLoading Screen Player Display Fixedbug fixThe loading screen will no longer show players from the previous match at the beginning of a new game.
SteamOptimized Friends ListperformanceOptimised the friends list to reduce the chance of crashing when players have large friend counts.
SteamGas in Asylum Stairwells Functionality Fixedbug fixGas in the asylum stairwells now works as intended.
SteamGas Functionality in Asylum Stairwells Fixedbug fixGas in the asylum stairwells now works as intended.
SteamEmpty Hands After Lethal Injection Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where players had empty hands after using the lethal injection.
SteamIncorrect Eliminations at Game Start Fixedbug fixMilestoneFixed an issue with people being eliminated incorrectly at the start of a game.
SteamDiary Notes Display Issue Fixedbug fixFixed the issue where diary notes were not being displayed.
SteamIncorrect Player Elimination Fixedbug fixMilestoneFixed an issue with people being eliminated incorrectly at the start of a game.
SteamCommunication While Spectating Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where players could communicate while on the spectator screen.
SteamUpdated Level, Rank, and Reputation ScreensvisualsVisually updated the level, rank and reputation screens accessible from the buttons in the top-right of the main menu.
SteamDiary Notes Not Displaying Fixedbug fixFixed the issue where diary notes were not being displayed.
SteamLoading Screen Tips Switching Bug Fixedbug fixThe loading screen will no longer switch between multiple tips at the beginning of a new game.
SteamBonus Mark for Leaving Early Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where you wouldn't get a bonus mark as innocent if you left early.
SteamAdded History of Unlocked Itemsnew contentA history of the items that have been unlocked has been added to the bottom of the loot booth.
Steam - 26 eventsHalloween Environment Items Removalseasonal event
Halloween environment items have been removed.
SteamInspection Kit Usage Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where you could use the inspection kit multiple times
SteamUpdated Prestige Iconsnew contentPrestige icons have been updated to look more appealing and progressive
SteamProfile Load Notification Screen Addedquality of lifeAdded a screen to notify you if you can't load your profile on first load
SteamImproved In-Game Chat Appearanceui uxUpdated the in-game chat appearance to better show Game/Infected chat for the Infected
SteamProfile Load Notification Screenui uxAdded a screen to notify you if you can't load your profile on first load
SteamText/Voice Chat Disabled When Bleeding Outquality of lifeYou can no longer use text/voice chat when bleeding out
SteamInspection Kit Usage Bug Fixbug fixFixed a bug where you could use the inspection kit multiple times
SteamIn-Game Chat Appearance Updateui uxUpdated the in-game chat appearance to better show Game/Infected chat for the Infected
Steam720p Windowed Mode for New Usersnew contentThe game now opens in 720p windowed mode for new users
SteamDisabled Chat During Bleeding Outquality of lifeYou can no longer use text/voice chat when bleeding out
Steam720p Windowed Mode for New UsersperformanceThe game now opens in 720p windowed mode for new users
SteamUpdated Prestige Iconsnew contentPrestige icons have been updated to look more appealing and progressive
SteamFixed Loaded & Appetiser Perksbug fixSteamRemoved Halloween Environment Itemsseasonal eventHalloween environment items have been removed.
Steam - 20 eventsNotification for Shop Purchasesui ux
Added a notification for when you buy products from the shop.
SteamServer Select Ordered by Player Countquality of lifeServer select is ordered based on the current amount of players in that region.
SteamReputation Shown Under Name in Main Menuui uxSteamHalloween Unlocks Not Received Fixbug fixFixed issue where certain Halloween unlocks wouldn't be received.
SteamTokens Bought Through Shop Not Receivedbug fixSteamCurrent Language Shown in Server Selectui uxYour current language is always shown at the top of your server select.
SteamShop Purchase Notification Addedui uxAdded a notification for when you buy products from the shop.
SteamLast Unlock Not Given Fixbug fixSteamLast Unlock Not Received Fixbug fixFixed a bug where your last unlock received wouldn't be given to you.
SteamShop Token Receipt Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where tokens bought through the shop wouldn't be received.
SteamCurrent Language Display in Server Selectui uxYour current language is always shown at the top of your server select.
SteamReputation Display in Main Menuui uxYour reputation is now shown under your name in the main menu.
SteamServer Select Ordered by Player Countquality of lifeServer select is now ordered based on the current amount of players in that region.
SteamHalloween Unlocks Not Received Fixbug fixFixed a bug where you wouldn't receive certain Halloween unlocks; at least 1 point must be earned for it to take effect.
Steam - 47 eventsHalloween Loot Booth Tokennew contentMilestone
New token gives a chance for 2016 Halloween rewards and contributes to event progression.
SteamWerewolf Execution Animationnew contentNew exclusive execution animations for the Werewolf terror DLC owners.
Steam2017 Halloween Cosmetics Unlockednew contentMilestoneNew cosmetics available through participation in the Halloween event.
SteamFixed Torch Remaining On During Executionbug fixSteam2017 Halloween Cosmeticsnew contentMilestoneNew cosmetics unlocked through participation in the event collecting Halloween points.
SteamHalloween Points System ExplainedgameplayPlayers can earn Halloween points by collecting candy and using Halloween loot booth tokens.
SteamDeceit Halloween Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneThe Halloween event begins on October 27th, featuring unique cosmetic seasonal rewards and spooky map decorations.
SteamNew Flag Themed Cosmeticsnew contentNew pistol and T-shirt themed after Thailand, Turkey, France, and Hungary.
SteamWerewolf Execution Animationnew contentNew unique and exclusive execution animations for the Werewolf terror.
SteamVoting Out Final Player Waits for Electrocutionbug fixGame now waits for the electrocution to finish before ending.
SteamLast Year's Halloween Rewards Availablenew contentLast year's Halloween rewards can be unlocked using Halloween tokens during the event.
SteamDeceit Halloween Event Beginsseasonal eventMilestoneThe Halloween Event starts today and will last until November 13th, featuring seasonal rewards.
SteamCollect Halloween Candy for Rewardsseasonal eventPlayers can collect Halloween Candy to gain points and unlock rewards, with smaller items giving more points.
SteamFixed Voted Out Players Marked as Dodgersbug fixVoted out players will no longer be marked as dodgers if they leave early.
SteamPerformance-Based Bonuses for PlayersgameplayInnocent players receive a 50% bonus when escaping, and infected players receive a 25% bonus per execution.
SteamSpecial Loot Booth Tokensseasonal eventSpecial loot booth tokens will be available, including rewards from last year's Halloween event.
SteamVoting Out Final Player Waits for Electrocutionbug fixGame now waits for electrocution to finish before ending.
SteamNew Halloween Event Rewards Availablenew contentMilestonePlayers can unlock various Halloween-themed rewards, including cosmetics and emblems.
SteamDeceit Halloween Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneThe Halloween event begins on October 27th, featuring unique cosmetic seasonal rewards and spooky map decorations.
SteamHalloween Candy Collection Mechanicnew contentPlayers can collect Halloween Candy to gain points and unlock rewards, with smaller items giving more points.
SteamHalloween Theme Added to MapsvisualsSteamAdded Emblems for Seasons 6, 7 & 8quality of lifeSteamHalloween Theme Added to MapsvisualsSteamDefault Character Selection on Profileui uxWhen first viewing cosmetics on your profile, the default selected character will be your preferred character.
SteamHalloween Points and Tokens System Introducednew contentPlayers can earn Halloween points by collecting candy and using Halloween tokens to unlock rewards.
SteamFixed Torch Remaining On During Executionbug fixSteamFixed Voted Out Players Using Voice Chatbug fixSteamDefault Character Selection for Cosmeticsui uxDefault selected character for cosmetics is now your preferred character.
SteamExclusive Kitty Nina Outfit and Facepaintnew contentPart of the exclusive seasonal rewards available during the Halloween event.
SteamDeceit Halloween Event Beginsseasonal eventMilestoneThe Halloween Event starts today and will last until November 13th, featuring seasonal rewards.
SteamExclusive Kitty Nina Outfit and Facepaintnew contentPart of the exclusive seasonal rewards available during the Halloween event.
SteamSpecial Loot Booth Tokensnew contentDuring the Halloween event, players can earn special loot booth tokens that include rewards from last year's event.
SteamNew Seasonal Rewards Availablenew contentNew rewards include Halloween-themed cosmetics and items, with varying rarity.
SteamNew Flag Themed Cosmeticsnew contentNew pistol and T-shirt themed after the Thailand, Turkish, French, and Hungarian flags.
SteamAdded Emblems for Seasons 6, 7 & 8quality of lifeSteamHalloween Event with Cosmetic Rewardsseasonal eventMilestoneCandy scattered around maps rewards Halloween points that unlock themed cosmetics.
SteamFixed Loading Screen Stuck Issuebug fixResolved potential issue causing users to remain stuck on loading screen.
SteamFixed Voted Out Players Using Voice Chatbug fixSteamNew Ranked Season Introducednew contentA new ranked season begins alongside the Halloween Event, lasting approximately one month.
SteamPerformance Bonuses for Innocents and InfectedgameplayInnocents receive a 50% bonus when escaping, while infected players get a 25% bonus per execution.
SteamFuse Boxes Outlined in Goldui uxSteamHalloween Loot Booth Tokennew contentNew loot booth token gives a chance for getting the 2016 Halloween rewards and contributes to Halloween points.
SteamFixed Loading Screen Stuck Issuebug fixPotential issue causing users to remain stuck on the loading screen after the beginning of a game has been fixed.
SteamFixed Voted Out Players Marked as Dodgersbug fixSteamLast Year's Halloween Rewards Availablenew contentPrevious Halloween rewards can be unlocked using Halloween tokens during the event.
SteamHalloween Event Introductionseasonal eventMilestoneCandy is scattered around the maps collecting this rewards Halloween points. Halloween points unlock Halloween themed cosmetic items.
SteamFuse Boxes Outlined in Goldui uxSteam - 42 eventsMessage Deletion Issue Fixedbug fix
Sending a message with a comma in the main menu now no longer deletes the message.
SteamCosmetics Purchase Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where cosmetics could not be purchased if the player had the exact currency required.
SteamCosmetics Slot Clearingbug fixUnequipped cosmetics in the profile are now cleared when changing slot.
SteamChinese Characters Display Fixbug fixMissing Chinese characters have been added to the client and should now display correctly.
SteamHalloween Event Preloadingseasonal eventMilestoneCertain assets will begin preloading for the upcoming Halloween Event.
SteamVote Interface Fixbug fixVote interface now no longer incorrectly says 'Vote failed' before voting has ended.
SteamCosmetics Slot Clearingbug fixUnequipped cosmetics in the profile are now cleared when changing slot.
SteamCosmetics Purchase Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where cosmetics could not be purchased if the player had the exact currency required.
SteamDeveloper Icon Verificationnew contentDevelopers have been given a special icon to verify their authenticity, with winning players receiving a special emblem.
SteamAsylum Round Start Camera Positionbug fixAsylum start of round screen camera is now in the correct position.
SteamRanked Game Queue AccessgameplayPlayers can now queue for Ranked games immediately after reaching level 10.
SteamVoting Out Executed Playersbug fixPlayers can now no longer vote out executed players, resolving an issue with double death messages.
SteamRanked Game Queue AccessgameplayPlayers can now queue for Ranked games immediately after reaching level 10.
SteamEscape Doors Light Fixbug fixAll escape doors now correctly show a bright white light behind them.
SteamInspection Kit Text Outputui uxThe Inspection Kit now also outputs a text result on the items screen in addition to the coloured emblem.
SteamVote Interface Fixbug fixVote interface now no longer incorrectly says 'Vote failed' before voting has ended.
SteamProfile Viewing Fixbug fixPlayers should now correctly be able to view the profiles of users not on their friends list.
SteamVoting Out Executed Playersbug fixPlayers can now no longer vote out executed players, resolving an issue with death messages.
SteamEscape Doors Light Fixbug fixAll escape doors now correctly show a bright white light behind them.
SteamAsylum Camera Position Fixbug fixAsylum start of round screen camera is now in the correct position.
SteamShotgun Reload Animation Fixbug fixThe shotgun no longer incorrectly triggers a reload animation when picking up ammo for the Pistol.
SteamProfile Viewing Fixbug fixPlayers should now correctly be able to view the profiles of users not on their friends list through other methods.
SteamSpectator Mode Improvementsquality of lifeVarious improvements have been made to spectator mode.
SteamChinese Characters Display Fixbug fixMissing Chinese characters have been added to the client and should now display correctly.
SteamSpectator Mode Improvementsquality of lifeVarious improvements have been made to spectator mode.
SteamLocal to LAN Naming Changeui uxChanged naming of 'Local' to 'LAN (Offline)' to avoid confusion.
SteamFun Sponge Effect on Leversbug fixFun Sponge now no longer works on levers for completed objectives.
SteamShotgun Reload Animation Fixbug fixThe shotgun no longer incorrectly triggers a reload animation when picking up ammo for the Pistol.
SteamDeveloper Verification Iconnew contentDevelopers have now been given a special icon to verify their authenticity.
SteamMessage Deletion Fixbug fixSending a message with a comma in the main menu now no longer deletes the message.
SteamVoting Visibility for InnocentsgameplayInnocent players can now see players who have been voted out on the Q menu.
SteamVoting Visibility for InnocentsgameplayInnocent players can now see players who have been voted out on the Q menu.
SteamInspection Kit Text Outputui uxThe Inspection Kit now also outputs a text result on the items screen in addition to the coloured emblem.
SteamHalloween Event Preloadingseasonal eventMilestoneCertain assets will begin preloading for the upcoming Halloween Event.
Steam - 26 eventsEnd of Game Screen Improvementsgameplay
End of game details are now shown on the Main Menu, with improved reputation giving and event timelines.
SteamTerror Form ChangesgameplayMilestoneTerrors now have light health affected by light items, cannot execute when at 30 light health, and can drink blood during enraged periods.
SteamMultiple Bug Fixesbug fixFixed various bugs including interaction issues and HUD loading crashes.
SteamFuse Box MechanicsgameplayThree Fuse Boxes in the first zone and two in the second require players to fill them during the night period, or face losing the game.
SteamNew Perk Tree and Perksnew contentMilestoneA third Perk Tree has been added with new perks and emblem rewards.
SteamNew Perk Tree and Perksnew contentA third Perk Tree has been added with new perks and emblem rewards.
SteamIntroduction of the Torchnew contentThe Torch is a new light item that deals light damage to Terrors.
SteamFuse Box ChangesgameplayThree Fuse Boxes in the first zone and two in the second; failing to fill them leads to enraged mode.
SteamNew Shotgun and Inspection Kit Rewardsnew contentThe first zone double objective now gives the Shotgun, and the second zone double objective gives the Inspection Kit.
SteamVent System UpdategameplayPlayers can now choose which vent to exit from, with a travel time and noise added for exiting.
SteamMiscellaneous Improvementsquality of lifeVarious UI improvements, new animations, and changes to loading screens and player notifications.
SteamDeceit Shop ChangesshopStore and item pricing altered with new Token packages and XP boosters introduced.
SteamObjective Item ChangesgameplayThe first zone now contains predominantly light items in objectives, and players now receive 3 Traps from objectives instead of just 1.
SteamFixed Various Map Issuesbug fixFixed lighting issues, object popping, and consumable spawn problems across multiple maps.
SteamTerror Form AdjustmentsgameplayMilestoneTerrors can drink blood during enraged periods but cannot interact with fuses; light health mechanics introduced.
SteamCharacter Selection ChangesgameplayPlayers now choose a preferred character on the Main Menu, ensuring all players are unique characters in-game.
SteamMiscellaneous Improvementsquality of lifeVarious UI improvements, new animations, and adjustments to gameplay mechanics.
SteamCharacter Selection Changesui uxPlayers now choose a preferred character on the Main Menu instead of during the game.
SteamBonus XP Weekendseasonal eventA bonus XP weekend event from the 13th to the 15th to welcome new players.
SteamEnd of Game Screen Improvementsui uxEnd of game information is now shown on the Main Menu with improved reputation giving and event timeline.
SteamMultiple Bug Fixesbug fixFixed various bugs including objective interactions, perk adjustments, and trap usage.
SteamDeceit Shop UpdateshopAltered store pricing and introduced new Token packages and XP boosters following the free-to-play model.
SteamAdded Turkish LanguagelocalizationSteamIntroduction of the Torchnew contentThe Torch is a new light item that deals 30 light damage per second and has a battery life of 20 seconds.
SteamNew Shotgun and Inspection Kit Rewardsnew contentThe first zone double objective now gives the Shotgun, and the second zone double objective gives the Inspection Kit.
Steam - 6 eventsSneak peek of exclusive gearnew content
Exclusive gear includes an 'innocent' shirt, an 'infected' shirt, a new look for the pistol, and a terror jawbone melee weapon.
SteamExclusive cosmetic items for existing playersnew contentMilestoneExisting players and those who purchase before the update will receive four exclusive cosmetic items, a 3-day experience booster, and 10 loot booth tokens.
SteamExclusive Cosmetic Pack for Existing Playersnew contentMilestoneExisting players and those who purchase the game before the update will receive a pack of four exclusive cosmetic items, a 3-day experience booster, and 10 loot booth tokens.
SteamDeceit becomes Free to Playnew contentMilestoneStarting October 13th, Deceit will be completely free for all players.
SteamSneak Peek of Exclusive Gearnew contentExclusive gear includes an ‘innocent’ shirt, an ‘infected’ shirt, a new look for the pistol, and a terror jawbone melee weapon.
SteamDeceit Goes Free to Playnew contentMilestoneStarting October 13th, Deceit will be completely free for all players.
Steam - 12 eventsFixed High Score Data Loading Issuebug fix
Fixed the issue with high score data not loading straight away
SteamFixed Queuing Issue After Leaving Game Earlybug fixFixed the issue stopping players from queuing after leaving game early.
SteamUpdated User Interface Iconsui uxA number of user interface icons have been updated and general theme has been changed to blue.
SteamFixed Objectives in Arctic Mapbug fixFixed some objectives in the arctic map so players no longer need to jump to take them
SteamTerrors Can No Longer Disable Trapsbalance changeSteamUpdated User Interface Iconsui uxA number of user interface icons have been updated and general theme has been changed to blue.
SteamTerrors Can No Longer Disable Trapsbalance changeSteamFixed High Score Data Loading Issuebug fixFixed the issue with high score data not loading straight away.
SteamFixed Objectives on Arctic Mapbug fixFixed some objectives in the arctic map so players no longer need to jump to take them.
SteamFixed Queuing Issue After Leaving Game Earlybug fixFixed the issue stopping players from queuing after leaving game early.
Steam - 10 eventsUnending Darkness Gameplay ChangegameplayMilestone
During the blackout, innocents can collect fuses while Terrors gain strength from darkness if objectives are not completed.
SteamIntroduction of Terror Luminescence Mechanicnew contentTerrors light up when taking light damage, aiding innocents in coordination to defeat them.
SteamNew Item: Flashlightnew contentA new item that projects light damage in a cone, effective against Terrors, with damage based on range.
SteamCamera Targeting Reticule Updateui uxTweaking the camera to have a clearer targeting reticule and requiring a short charge up before use.
SteamTerror Luminescence MechanicgameplayMilestoneTerrors light up when taking light damage, aiding innocents in coordination to defeat them.
SteamUnending Darkness Gameplay ChangegameplayMilestoneDuring the blackout, innocents can collect fuses while Terrors gain strength if the Game Master's objective is not completed.
SteamIntroduction of Flashlight Itemnew contentNew item that projects light damage in a cone, effective against Terrors.
SteamRevamped Light Interaction for Terrorsbalance changeMilestoneRemoving physical damage from light items and introducing Light damage that affects Terrors' movement and stuns them.
SteamRevamped Light Interaction for Terrorsbalance changeMilestoneRemoving physical damage from items and introducing Light damage that affects Terrors in terror form.
SteamCamera Targeting Reticule UpdategameplayTweaking the camera to have a clearer targeting reticule and requiring a short charge up before use.
Steam - 42 eventsInterrogate Perk Functionality Fixbug fix
The Interrogate perk no longer has a 100% chance of working if no one else in the game owns the perk.
SteamLighting Tweaks in Multiple MapsgraphicsTweaks have been made to the lighting in multiple maps.
SteamReworked 'Eye Spy' Perkbalance changeNow allows players to see name tags at a close distance in the dark.
SteamDaily Hiscore Rewards Addednew contentTop 10 players receive 3 loot booth tokens and 250 credits; Top 100 receive 1 loot booth token and 100 credits.
SteamCollider Changes for Treesbug fixCertain trees have had their colliders changed to stop players from accessing unintended parts of the map.
SteamRedesigned In-Game UI Elementsui uxMultiple in-game UI elements including waypoints and item icons have been redesigned.
SteamGame Entry Checks Addedbug fixAdded more checks to stop players from being unintentionally put into games.
SteamTerrors Transformation Fixbug fixTerrors are no longer transformed back to human form after killing during the enrage period.
SteamPlayers No Longer Escape After Respawnbug fixPlayers no longer escape if they respawn after being downed on an exit that opens.
SteamRedesigned In-Game UI Elementsui uxMultiple in-game UI elements including waypoints and item icons have been redesigned.
SteamChanges to 'Interrogate' Perkbalance changeNow has a chance to inform players if they were Infected after a passing vote, instead of a 100% guarantee.
SteamCharacter Select Screen Arrow Fixbug fixFixed the left arrow on the character select screen not showing.
SteamTerrors Kill Multiple Players During Enragebug fixTerrors can now kill multiple people during the enrage period as expected.
SteamDaily Hiscore Rewards Addednew contentTop 10 players receive 3 loot booth tokens and 250 credits; Top 100 receive 1 loot booth token and 100 credits.
SteamMain Menu UI Updateui uxMain menu UI now indicates 'Game Found' instead of directly entering a game.
SteamTerrors Transformation After Lethal Injectionbug fixTerrors can now transform correctly after using the lethal injection.
SteamGame Entry Checks Improvedbug fixAdded more checks to stop players from being unintentionally put into games.
SteamTerrors Kill Multiple Players During Enragebug fixTerrors can now kill multiple people during the enrage period as expected.
SteamBrightness Slider Limitationsbug fixLimited the values to which the brightness slider can be set.
SteamTerrors Transformation Fixbug fixTerrors are no longer transformed back to human form after killing during the enrage period.
SteamMain Menu UI Updateui uxMain menu UI now says 'Game Found' instead of putting you into a game straight away.
SteamPlayer Respawn Escape Fixbug fixPlayers no longer escape if they respawn after being downed on an exit that opens.
SteamRemoved Inaccessible Emblemsbug fixEmblems that are no longer accessible are not shown anymore.
SteamInterrogate Perk Changesbalance changeThe 'Interrogate' perk now has a chance to inform one player if they were Infected after a passing vote.
SteamCharacter Select Screen Arrow Fixbug fixFixed the left arrow on the character select screen not showing.
SteamEye Spy Perk Reworkbalance changeThe 'Eye Spy' perk now allows you to see name tags at a close distance in the dark.
SteamTerrors Transformation After Lethal Injectionbug fixTerrors can now transform correctly after using the lethal injection.
SteamCollider Changes for Treesbug fixCertain trees have had their colliders changed to stop players from accessing unintended parts of the map.
SteamInterrogate Perk Functionality Fixbug fixThe Interrogate perk no longer has a 100% chance of working if no one else in the game owns the perk.
Steam - 18 eventsFixed re-queueing issuebug fix
Potentially fixed issue stopping people from re-queueing after leaving a game early
SteamFixed game crash issuesbug fixMilestoneFixed multiple issues causing the game to crash, both in game and on the menu
SteamObjectives and fuses percentage display fixedbug fixObjectives and fuses now displaying the correct percentage
SteamTemporarily disabled friends list updatesbug fixTemporarily disabled the friends list from updating while investigating crashes potentially related to it
SteamFriends list update temporarily disabledperformanceTemporarily disabled the friends list from updating while investigating related crashes
SteamCorrected perk points displaybug fixFixed issue displaying wrong number of perk points after purchasing a perk
SteamFixed re-queueing issuebug fixPotentially fixed issue stopping people from re-queueing after leaving a game early
SteamFixed game crash issuesbug fixMilestoneFixed multiple issues causing the game to crash, both in game and on the menu
SteamObjectives and fuses display correct percentagebug fixObjectives and fuses now displaying the correct percentage
SteamCorrected perk points displaybug fixFixed issue displaying wrong number of perk points after purchasing a perk
Steam - 6 eventsFixed perk cost showing as ? when you've reached the bottom of the treebug fixSteamFixed possible crashes on the Main Menubug fixSteamFixed perk cost showing as ? when you've reached the bottom of the treebug fixSteamFixed possible crashes on the Main Menubug fixSteamFriends list is no longer duplicated on reconnectbug fixSteamFriends list is no longer duplicated on reconnectbug fixSteam
- 44 eventsTweaked Anti-Cheat Detectionbalance change
Tweaked our anti-cheat detection to stop falsely eliminating players at the beginning of the round.
SteamFixed Animation Cancel When Going Through Ventsbug fixFixed an animation cancel when going through vents.
SteamPrevented Re-selection of Currently Equipped Itembug fixIt is no longer possible to re-select the item you're currently equipping.
SteamBlocking Added Under Arctic Stairsbug fixAdded blocking under Arctic stairs to prevent players respawning under them.
SteamFixed Animation Cancel When Going Through Ventsbug fixFixed an animation cancel when going through vents.
SteamPotential Fixes for Transformation State Issuesbug fixAdded potential fixes for players being left in a strange state after transforming.
SteamFixed UI Bug on End of Round Screenbug fixFixed a UI bug on the end of round screen where the experience bar would overflow.
SteamRemoved Box in Arctic to Prevent Jumpingbug fixRemoved a box in Arctic to prevent players jumping on shelves.
SteamFixed Reward Type Prefix on Loot Booth Screenbug fixThe reward type prefix on the loot booth screen has been fixed for Terror cosmetics.
SteamFixed Shotgun Disappearance Issuebug fixFixed an issue where the shotgun would disappear and not allow players to change weapons.
SteamPotential Fixes for Transformation State Issuesbug fixAdded potential fixes for players being left in a strange state after transforming.
SteamFixed Shotgun Disappearance Issuebug fixFixed an issue where the shotgun would disappear and not allow players to change weapons.
SteamPre-caching More Objects During LoadingperformanceAdded more objects to be pre-cached whilst loading.
SteamCorrect Display of Level and Prestige on Loading Screenui uxLevel and Prestige are now correctly displayed on the loading screen.
SteamRemoved Box in Arctic to Prevent Jumpingbug fixRemoved a box in Arctic to prevent players jumping on shelves.
SteamRemoved XP Bar from Character Select Screenui uxThe XP bar has been removed from the character select screen.
SteamXP Bar Removed from Character Select Screenbalance changeThe XP bar has been removed from the character select screen.
SteamBlood Bar Reset on Killing Player in Terror Formbug fixKilling a player in terror form while falling now causes the blood bar to reset correctly.
SteamFixed Reward Type Prefix on Loot Booth Screenbug fixThe reward type prefix on the loot booth screen has been fixed for Terror cosmetics.
SteamFixed Multiple Miscellaneous Crashesbug fixFixed multiple miscellaneous crashes that have been reported.
SteamBlood Bar Reset on Killing Player in Terror Formbug fixKilling a player in terror form while falling now causes the blood bar to reset correctly.
SteamCorrect Display of Prestige on Loading Screenbug fixPlayers' prestige now shows correctly on the loading screen.
SteamAdded More Objects to Pre-cache During LoadingperformanceAdded more objects to be pre-cached whilst loading.
SteamBlocking Under Arctic Stairsbug fixAdded blocking under Arctic stairs to prevent players respawning under them.
SteamIntroduced New Perk Systemnew contentMilestoneThe legacy trait system has been replaced with the Perk Tree, offering character buffs that change monthly.
SteamFixed UI Bug on End of Round Screenbug fixFixed a UI bug on the end of round screen where the experience bar would overflow.
SteamIntroduction of New Perk Systemnew contentMilestoneThe legacy trait system has been replaced with the Perk Tree, allowing players to earn XP and unlock character buffs.
SteamTweaked Anti-Cheat Detectionbalance changeUpdated anti-cheat detection to stop falsely eliminating players at the beginning of the round.
SteamView Last Character Played by Friendsui uxYou can now view the last character your friend played as when hovering over their name in the friends list.
SteamView Last Character Played by Friendsui uxYou can now view the last character your friend played as when hovering over their name in the friends list.
SteamPrevented Re-selection of Currently Equipped Itembug fixIt is no longer possible to re-select the item you're currently equipping.
SteamFixed Multiple Miscellaneous Crashesbug fixFixed multiple miscellaneous crashes that have been reported.
SteamCorrect Trouser Model for NiNabug fixNiNa now uses the correct trouser model on certain outfits to stop clipping issues with her belt.
SteamCorrect Level and Prestige Display on Loading Screenbug fixLevel and Prestige are now correctly displayed on the loading screen.
SteamCorrect Trouser Model for NiNabug fixNiNa now uses the correct trouser model on certain outfits to stop clipping issues with her belt.
SteamPrestige Display on Loading Screenbug fixPlayers' prestige now shows correctly on the loading screen.
Steam - 38 eventsLeave Party Functionality Improvedquality of life
You can now leave parties by clicking a cross next to your party in the sidebar.
SteamFixed Missing Emblems Issuebug fixFixed the issue with players missing previously unlocked emblems should have them now.
SteamFixed Voice Reactions to Lethal Injectionbug fixFixed Hans and Nina voice reactions to lethal injection.
SteamFixed Missing Emblems Issuebug fixFixed the issue with players missing previously unlocked emblems should have them now.
SteamInnocents Cannot Shoot During Executionbalance changeMilestoneInnocents can no longer shoot while being executed.
SteamFirst Game of the Day EXP Bonusquality of lifePlayers will now receive their first game of the day EXP bonus.
SteamInability to Re-enter During Lights Out in Arctic Mapbalance changeIf you're outside in the arctic map when the lights go out you will be unable to get inside again.
SteamOxygen Time Adjusted in Arctic Mapbalance changeYou only get 10s of oxygen when going back outside in the arctic map (adjusted to be the same as the other maps).
SteamSkin Fixes for Male T-Shirts and Rachel + Nina Trousersbug fixFixed various Skin Fixes on Male T shirts, Rachel + Nina trousers.
SteamFixed Voice Reactions for Hans and Ninabug fixFixed Hans and Nina voice reactions to lethal injection.
SteamFixed Box Access Bug in Arctic Mapbug fixFixed bug where player was able to get inside of a box in the Arctic map.
SteamInspection Kit Weapon Switching Disabledbalance changeYou can no longer switch weapons while using the inspection kit.
SteamPlayer Queue Number Displayedui uxThe UI will now show the number of players in queue while queuing.
SteamOxygen Time Adjusted in Arctic Mapbalance changeYou only get 10s of oxygen when going back outside in the arctic map (adjusted to be the same as the other maps).
SteamLeave Party Option Addedquality of lifeYou can now leave parties by clicking a cross next to your party in the sidebar.
SteamDiamond Emblems for Seasons 4 and 5 Enabledbug fixSeasons 4 and 5 have had their diamond emblems enabled.
SteamReload Client Notification for Language Changebug fixFixed the game not telling you to reload your client when changing language in the main menu.
SteamTruncated Message Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where the end of your message would be truncated if you used a comma and, if infected, be sent to the infected chat.
SteamMessage Truncation Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where the end of your message would be truncated if you used a comma and, if infected, be sent to the infected chat.
SteamInnocents Cannot Shoot During Executionbalance changeInnocents can no longer shoot while being executed.
SteamCamera Misfiring Issue Fixedbug fixFixed the issue with the camera will misfiring when first equipped.
SteamInspection Kit Weapon Switch Disabledbalance changeYou can no longer switch weapons while using the inspection kit.
SteamSkin Fixes on Male T-Shirts and Trousersbug fixFixed various Skin Fixes on Male T shirts, Rachel + Nina trousers.
SteamFirst Game of the Day EXP Bonusquality of lifePlayers will now receive their first game of the day EXP bonus.
SteamInability to Re-enter During Lights Out in Arctic Mapbalance changeIf you're outside in the arctic map when the lights go out you will be unable to get inside again.
SteamFixed Box Access Bug in Arctic Mapbug fixFixed bug where player was able to get inside of a box in the Arctic map.
SteamLast Character Played Displayui uxThe main menu will now show the last character you played as. When viewing someone else's profile it'll show their last character too.
SteamPlayer Queue Count Displayedui uxThe UI will now show the number of players in queue while queuing.
SteamReload Client Notification for Language Changebug fixFixed the game not telling you to reload your client when changing language in the main menu.
SteamDiamond Emblems Enabled for Seasons 4 and 5bug fixSeasons 4 and 5 have had their diamond emblems enabled.
SteamLast Character Played Displayed in Main Menuui uxThe main menu will now show the last character you played as. When viewing someone else's profile it'll show their last character too.
SteamCamera Misfiring Issue Fixedbug fixFixed the issue with the camera will misfiring when first equipped.
Steam - 55 eventsNewly Unlocked Items Marked in Cosmetics Tabui uxSteamPlayer Profiles Updated with New Statisticsgameplay
Includes stats on objectives, daily XP highscores, and reputation.
SteamHungarian and Italian Languages AddedlocalizationSteamShared Traits Across All CharactersgameplayTraits can now be selected from a shared pool for all characters.
SteamAsset Revamp in Progressui uxAn initial pass has been made so far but more will be coming over the following month.
SteamFixed Emblem Rewards for Diamond Rankbug fixSteamNew Characters Added: Hans and NiNanew contentSteamNew Leveling System IntroducedgameplayXP to level up starts at 1.5k and increases up to a flat amount of 10K.
SteamFixed Environment Bugs Across All Mapsbug fixSteamHungarian and Italian Languages AddedlocalizationSteamLoot Booth Button Turns Golden for Available Tokensui uxSteamProfile Button Turns Golden for Unseen Cosmeticsui uxSteamNew Player Profile Statistics and HighscoresgameplayIncludes daily XP, seasonal Elo, and reputation highscores.
SteamUpdated Tutorial Video Linkui uxSteamTerrors Move Faster but Have Less Healthbalance changeTerrors respawn with reduced blood bar segments.
SteamKnife Skins Fixedbug fixSteam10 Prestiges AddedgameplayReaching level 100 will automatically prestige you. You lose nothing by prestiging.
SteamLoot Booth Item Notifications Removedui uxPlayers no longer receive notifications for items from the Loot Booth.
SteamNew Werewolf Terror Skinnew contentSteamInfected Players Gain Terror Sense During Daybalance changeImproves ability to locate innocent players.
SteamShared Traits Across All CharactersgameplayYou can now only select a normal T1, T2 and T3 trait along with a terror T1 and T2 trait.
SteamIntroduction of Casual and Ranked QueuesgameplayCasual queue allows any group size; Ranked queue is limited to 2 players and unlocks at level 10.
SteamCharacter Level Consolidation and Progression UpdategameplayMilestoneAll previous XP has been consolidated into one level, with new leveling requirements.
SteamMain Menu Background Scene Updatedui uxSteamLoot Booth Button Highlights Available Tokensui uxLoot Booth button appears golden if tokens are available to spend.
SteamProfile Button Highlights Unseen Cosmeticsui uxProfile button appears golden if there are unseen cosmetics.
SteamIntroduction of New Characters: Hans and NiNanew contentSteamTrait Challenges Unlocked via Loot Booth TokensgameplayProgress on previously completed challenges is retained.
SteamUpdated Tutorial Video Linkui uxSteamMain Menu Background Scene Updatedui uxSteamProgression Update: Character Levels ConsolidatedgameplayMilestoneAll previous XP has been added together to give you your current amount.
SteamFixed Environment Bugs Across All Mapsbug fixSteamNo Notification for Loot Booth Item Acquisitionui uxSteamNew Werewolf Terror Skin Addednew contentSteamTerrors Move Faster but Have Less Healthbalance changeWhen downed, they respawn but lose one blood bar segment.
SteamKnife Skins Fixedbug fixSteamFixed Emblem Rewards for Diamond Rankbug fixSteamCasual and Ranked Queues IntroducedgameplayMilestoneCasual queue allows playing with groups of any size; Ranked queue limits it to 2. Unlock Ranked by reaching level 10.
SteamInfected Players Gain Terror Sense During Daybalance changeHelps them locate innocent players more easily.
SteamTrait Challenges Unlocked via Loot Booth TokensgameplayIf you have previously completed a challenge you will still have the trait.
Steam - 60 eventsFixed Bug with Multiple Antidotes/Trackers Usagebug fixSteamExpanded High Score Systemgameplay
New daily experience and reputation leader boards, and a seasonal ELO leader board.
SteamAdded Sound for Claiming Proximity ObjectiveaudioSteamFixed Asylum Gas Trigger Bug Between Floor 2 and Floor 3bug fixSteamFixed Incorrect Item Display in Inventory UIbug fixSteamFixed Forest Gas Trigger Bug in Tunnelbug fixSteamAsylum Low Settings OptimisationsperformanceSteamChat System Introductionui uxPlayers can chat with friends and party members outside of matches.
SteamKnife Skins Now Working Correctlybug fixSteamMatch History Featureui uxPlayers can view their match history, including games played and results.
SteamReputation System Launchui uxPlayers can commend others for great performance and use in-game currency for rewards.
SteamFixed Inventory UI Showing Wrong Itembug fixSteamUnified Profile Level SystemgameplayPlayers now level their profile instead of individual characters, unlocking coins for the loot booth.
SteamUnified Traits System and Rebalancingbalance changeTraits are no longer character-specific, allowing players to choose based on playstyle.
SteamRegion Lock ImplementationgameplayPlayers can select strict limits on regions to play in and select language(s) for better communication.
SteamIntroduction of Two New Charactersnew contentTwo new unique characters with their own styles and cosmetics will be added.
SteamRanked and Casual QueuesgameplayCasual play allows leveling up with any party size; Ranked requires level 10 and is restricted to parties of two.
SteamReputation System Introductionui uxPlayers can commend others for great performance, viewable in their profiles.
SteamFixed Main Menu Queue Time Bugbug fixSteamNew Friends List Featureui uxPlayers can add friends using a unique short code, preparing for cross-platform purchases.
SteamReduced Frequency of Armour Pickup Voice LineaudioSteamLimited Ability to Spam Open/Close Doorsquality of lifeSteamPrestige Levels IntroductiongameplayProfiles can level up to 99 before being prestiged for unique rewards.
SteamWorkaround for Connection Issues Behind FirewallsnetworkSteamFixed Jumping and Item Usage Message Bugbug fixSteamRegion Lock ImplementationgameplayPlayers can select strict limits on regions to play in and preferred languages for better communication.
SteamIn-Game Patch Notes Visibilityui uxVersion number and patch notes can be viewed in-game for easier access.
SteamKnife Skins Now Working Correctlybug fixSteamLimited Ability to Spam Open/Close Doorsquality of lifeSteamRanked and Casual QueuesgameplayCasual play allows leveling up and playing with any party size; Ranked requires level 10 and restricts to parties of two.
SteamAdded Legacy Eventseasonal eventSteamFixed Main Menu Queue Time Display Bugbug fixSteamFixed Forest Gas Trigger Bug in Tunnelbug fixSteamFixed Proxies for Rocks in Forest Mapbug fixSteamIntroduction of Two New Charactersnew contentTwo new unique characters with their own styles and cosmetics will be added.
SteamMatch History Featureui uxPlayers can view their match history, including games played and results.
SteamWin of the Day Bonus ExperiencegameplayPlayers receive bonus experience for their first win each day.
SteamFixed Shotgun Inventory UI Bugbug fixSteamAsylum Low Settings OptimisationsperformanceSteamReduced Frequency of Armour Pickup Voice LineaudioSteamFixed Jumping and Item Usage Message Bugbug fixSteamExpanded High Score SystemgameplayNew leaderboards for daily experience, reputation, and seasonal ELO.
SteamFixed Proxies for Rocks in Forest Mapbug fixSteamUnified Traits System and Rebalancingbalance changeTraits are no longer character-specific, allowing players to choose based on playstyle.
SteamFixed Bug with Multiple Antidotes/Trackers Usagebug fixSteamAdded Workaround for Connection Issues Behind FirewallsnetworkSteamFixed Shotgun Not Disappearing from Inventory UIbug fixSteamAdded Sound for Claiming Proximity ObjectiveaudioSteamUnified Profile Level SystemgameplayPlayers now level their profile instead of individual characters, unlocking coins for loot.
SteamPrestige Levels IntroductiongameplayProfiles can level up to 99 before being prestiged for unique rewards.
SteamAdded Legacy Eventseasonal eventSteamFixed Asylum Gas Trigger Bug Between Floor 2 and Floor 3bug fixSteamIn-Game Patch Notes Visibilityui uxVersion number and patch notes can be viewed in-game for easier access to updates.
Steam - 12 eventsNetworking Library ReplacementperformanceMilestone
Replaced our networking library with a more robust solution to allow us to identify and solve connection issues easier.
SteamAsylum Map Loading Screen Bug Fixbug fixFixed a bug that always showed the Asylum map on the loading screen during initial game start.
SteamHealth/Armour Persistence Bug Fixbug fixFixed a bug with health/armour not properly persisting when transforming as an infected player.
SteamHealth/Armour Persistence Bug Fixbug fixFixed a bug with health/armour not properly persisting when transforming as an infected player.
SteamLAN Users Loading Screen Bug Fixbug fixFixed a bug that meant LAN users wouldn't see the loading screen if they weren't the host.
SteamLAN Users Loading Screen Bug Fixbug fixFixed a bug that meant LAN users wouldn't see the loading screen if they weren't the host.
SteamAsylum Map Loading Screen Bug Fixbug fixFixed a bug that always showed the Asylum map on the loading screen during initial game start.
SteamNetworking Library ReplacementperformanceMilestoneReplaced our networking library with a more robust solution to allow us to identify and solve connection issues easier.
Steam - 26 eventsHealth Packs IntroducedgameplayMilestone
Your health no longer regenerates and instead there are Health Packs around the map. These will put you back at 100 health.
SteamVisuals and Performance Improvement on Low Settingsperformance'Low' settings should now have a big difference in Visuals and Performance.
SteamImproved Asset Streaming SystemperformanceImplemented a new System for streaming assets in the forest improving performance.
SteamImproved Asset Streaming in ForestperformanceImplemented a new System for streaming assets in the forest improving performance.
SteamReduced Armor Spawn Ratebalance changeThe amount of armour that spawns has been reduced by 1 per area.
SteamFixed T-Pose Issuebug fixFixed an issue where players legs would Tpose when jumping and inspecting with the inspection kit.
Steam10 New Emblems Addednew content10 more emblems have been added to the collection. These can be unlocked by achieving certain ranks, unlocking all the notes and completing all the trait challenges.
SteamBounce Back Trait Health Regen ChangegameplayThe Bounce Back trait now gives you a minor health regen. The challenge is now completed by using Health Packs.
SteamMore Props Added to ArcticworldAdded More props to the arctic, making it feel more fleshed out.
SteamHealth Pack System IntroducedgameplayMilestoneYour health no longer regenerates and instead there are Health Packs around the map. These will put you back at 100 health.
SteamBounce Back Trait Health RegengameplayThe Bounce Back trait now gives you a minor health regen. The challenge is now completed by using Health Packs.
SteamTerrors Cannot Swipe While Stunnedbalance changeTerrors can no longer swipe whilst stunned by the camera.
SteamInput Device Selection Restrictionquality of lifeYou can no longer select input devices as your output device.
SteamInput Device Selection Restrictionquality of lifeYou can no longer select input devices as your output device.
SteamRendering Optimization for Low SettingsperformanceAdded a new system in the Forest which will stop rendering of higher fidelity assets on 'low' settings, sacrificing some visual quality for better performance.
SteamVoice Output Device Change on the Flyquality of lifeYou can now change your voice output device on the fly.
SteamMore Props Added to ArcticworldAdded More props to the arctic, making it feel more fleshed out.
SteamLow Settings Asset Rendering AdjustmentperformanceAdded a new system in the Forest which will stop rendering of higher fidelity assets on 'low' settings, sacrificing some visual quality for better performance.
SteamVisuals and Performance Improvement on Low Settingsperformance'Low' settings should now have a big difference in Visuals and Performance.
SteamFixed T-Pose Issue with Inspection Kitbug fixFixed an issue where players legs would Tpose when jumping and inspecting with the inspection kit.
Steam10 New Emblems Addednew content10 more emblems have been added to the collection, unlockable by achieving certain ranks, unlocking all notes, and completing all trait challenges.
SteamTerrors Cannot Swipe While Stunnedbalance changeTerrors can no longer swipe whilst stunned by the camera.
SteamVoice Output Device Change on the Flyquality of lifeYou can now change your voice output device on the fly.
SteamReduced Armour Spawn Ratebalance changeThe amount of armour that spawns has been reduced by 1 per area.
Steam - 14 eventsArctic Map Updateworld
The Arctic map has been updated with additional props in buildings to enhance the environment.
SteamBullets No Longer Pierce Playersbug fixMilestoneSteamAsylum Map Exploit Fixedbug fixMilestoneFixed an exploit on the Asylum map that allowed players to get out of the map.
SteamArctic Map UpdateworldThe Arctic map has been updated with additional props to make buildings feel fuller.
SteamEmblem Customization Feature Addednew contentPlayers can now change their emblem by clicking on it in the main menu.
SteamFixed Item Usage Bug on Terrorsbug fixA bug that allowed items to be used on Terrors has been fixed.
SteamFixed Skinning on Rachel DAB Posebug fixSteamFixed Proxies on the Forestbug fixSteamFixed Asylum Map Exploitbug fixMilestoneAn exploit that allowed players to get out of the Asylum map has been fixed.
Steam - 40 eventsCentre Objective Capture Bar Fluiditybug fix
The Centre Objective capture bar is a lot more fluid when other players help you capture it.
SteamLoot Booth Coin Color Fixbug fixThe Loot Booth will now flip the correctly coloured coin when using it.
SteamArctic Map Environment Display Fixbug fixThe Arctic map now properly shows the environment during Character Select.
SteamIron Sight Aiming Sway Removalquality of lifeRemoved sways on iron sight aiming to improve accuracy.
SteamAutomated Crash Reporting Addednew contentSteamGas Blur Effect AdjustmentchangesThe gas blur now only comes into effect half way through your Oxygen bar. Blood splats were also added during the final 10s.
SteamKnife Damage and Speed Buffbalance changeThe knife now does 70 damage and provides a 10% movement speed buff.
SteamCentre Objective Capture Bar Fluiditybug fixThe Centre Objective capture bar is a lot more fluid when other players help you capture it.
SteamGame Master Tannoy Distortion ReductionaudioGame Master tannoy is less distorted and he speaks less often.
SteamCamera Snap Fix When Knifingbug fixYour camera no longer snaps if you knife while looking up/down.
SteamGas Blur Effect Timing AdjustmentgameplayThe gas blur now only comes into effect halfway through your Oxygen bar. Blood splats were also added during the final 10s.
SteamNew Inventory Systemnew contentUpdated to a new inventory system. Every item and knife is now selectable and is used by clicking instead of pressing 'C' or 'F'.
SteamArctic Map Environment Display Fixbug fixThe Arctic map now properly shows the environment during Character Select.
SteamTerrors Blood Loss Bug Fixbug fixFixed a bug that caused Terrors to not lose blood and get momentarily stuck if they executed a player whilst jumping.
SteamLoot Booth Coin Color Fixbug fixThe Loot Booth will now flip the correctly coloured coin when using it.
SteamKnife Damage and Speed Buffbalance changeThe knife now does 70 damage and provides you with a 10% movement speed buff.
SteamRemoval of Launcher ModechangesRemoved 'Launcher Mode'. This means the Main Menu will always be the same resolution as your game.
SteamSteam Authentication Error Message ImprovementchangesAdded more information to Steam authentication error messages.
SteamLever Destruction Prevention in Terror FormgameplayYou can no longer destroy levers while in Terror Form.
SteamGas Flickering Light Intensity AdjustmentvisualsThe flickering of lights during the gas is less intense and brighter overall.
SteamGame Master Tannoy Distortion FixaudioGame Master tannoy is less distorted and he speaks less often.
SteamArctic Map Building Access Fixbug fixFixed a bug where you could enter buildings on the Arctic map via doors that aren't waypointed.
SteamTerror Form Lever Destruction PreventionchangesYou can no longer destroy levers while in Terror Form.
SteamSteam Authentication Error Messages Updatequality of lifeAdded more information to Steam authentication error messages.
SteamGas Flickering Light Intensity AdjustmentvisualsThe flickering of lights during the gas is less intense and brighter overall.
SteamIron Sight Aiming Accuracy ImprovementchangesRemoved sways on iron sight aiming to improve accuracy.
SteamUpdated Inventory Systemnew contentEvery item and knife is now selectable and is used by clicking instead of pressing 'C' or 'F'.
SteamTerrors Blood Loss Fixbug fixFixed a bug that caused Terrors to not lose blood and get momentarily stuck if they executed a player whilst jumping.
SteamArctic Map Building Access Bug Fixbug fixFixed a bug where you could enter buildings on the Arctic map via doors that aren't waypointed.
Steam - 30 eventsFixed Wall Intersection Issue in Asylumbug fixSteamFixed Shooting After Completing Shoot Objectivebug fix
Fixed a bug where you could still shoot a finished shoot objective.
SteamYeti Terror Skinnew contentSteamAdded XP for Fuses and Trapsquality of lifeAdded XP for picking up and using both fuses and traps.
SteamYeti Terror Skinnew contentSteamBlood Bags Display Correct Messagesbug fixBlood bags will now display the correct messages when looking at them.
SteamBlood Bags Display Correct Messagesbug fixBlood bags will now display the correct messages when looking at them.
SteamUI Blood Loss Issue Fixedbug fixThe UI no longer acts like you lose blood and can't gain more after using a lethal injection.
SteamBlood Bags Give Half Slice in Darkbalance changeBlood bags now only give half a slice of blood when taken in the dark period.
SteamFixed Shooting Through Walls in Asylumbug fixMilestoneSteamUI No Longer Acts Like You Lose Blood After Lethal Injectionbug fixThe UI no longer acts like you lose blood and can't gain more after using a lethal injection.
SteamFixed Rock Collision in Forestbug fixSteamSpoon Melee Weaponnew contentSteamFixed Shooting After Objective Completionbug fixFixed a bug where you could still shoot a finished shoot objective.
SteamSpoon Melee Weaponnew contentSteamFixed T-Pose Issues on Bleeding Out Playersbug fixSteamAdded Hit Marker for Shooting Objectivequality of lifeAdded a hit marker for when you shoot the shoot objective.
SteamAdded Hit Marker for Shoot Objectivequality of lifeAdded a hit marker for when you shoot the shoot objective.
SteamFixed Crash When Exiting Loot Cups Earlybug fixMilestoneSteamFixed Shooting Through Walls in Asylumbug fixMilestoneSteamBlood Bags Give Half a Slice in Dark Periodbalance changeBlood bags now only give half a slice of blood when taken in the dark period.
SteamFixed Crash When Exiting Loot Cups Earlybug fixMilestoneSteamNew Arctic Mapnew contentSteamNew Arctic Mapnew contentSteamAdded XP for Using Fuses and Trapsquality of lifeAdded XP for picking up and using both fuses and traps.
SteamFixed T-Pose Issues on Bleeding Out Playersbug fixSteamFixed Wall Intersecting Another Wall in Asylumbug fixSteamFixed Rock Collision in Forestbug fixSteam - 27 eventsLoot Booth Cups Game Updatenew content
Players can now choose the cup they want to pick in the loot booth cups game.
SteamSpectator Mode Camera Updateui uxCCTV cameras replaced with a 3rd person follow camera in spectator mode.
SteamMap Progression ChangesgameplayOnly one door opens to the next floor after a blackout, with adjusted day and night periods.
SteamLoading Screen Map Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the wrong map was displayed at the start of the loading screen.
SteamNew Tips System for New Usersui uxAdded a tips system to help new users with gameplay instructions.
SteamLoading Screen Map Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the wrong map was displayed at the start of the loading screen.
SteamTerror Changesbalance changeMilestoneTerrors require 3 full slices of blood to transform and execute players.
SteamFuse System Implementationnew contentMilestoneIntroduced a Fuse Box system to end blackouts by filling it with Fuses.
SteamTerror Changesbalance changeMilestoneTerrors now require 3 full slices of blood to transform and have increased health.
SteamCCTV Camera Replacementui uxCCTV cameras in spectator mode replaced with a 3rd person follow camera.
SteamLoot Cups Animation Fixbug fixFixed a bug with the loot cups animations causing them to flicker.
Steam - 28 eventsCrosshair Hidden While Runningui uxSteamAdded Traps as New Objective Rewardnew content
Traps can be deployed anywhere and will trigger when a Terror walks near them during the night.
SteamIntroduced Terror Voice Chatnew contentA dedicated voice chat channel for infected players to coordinate better.
SteamArmour Icon Display Changeui uxArmour now displays as a decaying icon in the nametag instead of a bar.
SteamChanged Collision Box in Staff Roombug fixFixed issue where players were registered on the next floor without reaching it.
SteamGun Hidden During Tracker Animationui uxSteamIncreased Foliage Size in Forestbalance changeFoliage size increased to break sight lines and improve hiding efficiency.
SteamChanged Collision Box in Staff Roombug fixFixed issue where players were registered on the next floor without reaching it.
SteamCrosshair Hidden While Runningui uxSteamImproved Animation BlendspacesperformanceReduces the appearance of characters sliding when running and walking.
SteamBlood Splats Applied to WallsvisualsBlood splats now appear on walls when players are hit by bullets nearby.
SteamVoice Chat Output Device Selectionui uxPlayers can now select the output device for voice chat.
SteamGun Hidden During Tracker Animationui uxSteamTerror Voice Chat Addednew contentA voice chat channel exclusively for infected players to coordinate.
SteamNew Traps Objective Rewardnew contentTraps can be deployed anywhere and will down Terror players temporarily when triggered.
SteamFixed Exploit in North Stairwell of Asylumbug fixPlayers could reach floor 3 before it was open.
SteamFixed Female Iron Sight Animation Transitionbug fixSteamIncreased Foliage Size in the Forestbalance changeFoliage size increased to break sight lines and help players hide more effectively.
SteamBlood Splats Applied to WallsvisualsBlood splats are now visible on walls when players are hit by bullets close to them.
SteamSelect Output Device for Voice Chatui uxPlayers can now select the output device for voice chat.
SteamImproved Animation BlendspacesperformanceReduces the appearance of characters sliding when running and walking.
SteamFixed Female Iron Sight Animation Transitionbug fixSteamArmour Display Changeui uxArmour now displays as a decaying icon in the nametag instead of a bar.
SteamFixed Exploit in North Stairwell of Asylumbug fixPlayers could reach floor 3 before it was open.
Steam - 20 eventsAdded Motion Blur setting backnew contentSteamTerrors T-Pose Issue During Jump and Swipebug fix
Fixed the issue with terrors jumping and swiping; they should no longer T-Pose while doing this.
SteamFixed T-Pose issue when terrors jump and swipebug fixSteamTerrors can no longer execute while getting up from being downedbalance changeMilestoneSteamCamera Fix in First Person Jump Animationbug fixFixed the issue with the camera not being held correctly in the first person jump animation.
SteamLight generator can no longer be jumped on top ofbalance changeMilestoneSteamCharacter Appearance and Item Visibility in Victory/Losing Posesbug fixFixed issues with character appearing slightly wrong and items not being visible on Victory and Losing poses.
SteamNo longer reload gun after performing a melee attackbalance changeMilestoneSteamAim Down Sights Alignment for Female Charactersbug fixAim down sights on female characters should now line up correctly with the crosshair.
SteamFixed camera issue in first person jump animationbug fixSteamNo Reload After Melee Attackbalance changeMilestoneYou no longer reload your gun after performing a melee attack.
SteamFixed character visibility issues in Victory and Losing posesbug fixSteamOptimisation on the Forest levelperformanceSteamEscape Door Graphical Disappearancebug fixFixed the issue where the escape door would graphically disappear.
SteamFixed graphical disappearance of escape doorbug fixSteamTerrors Cannot Execute While Getting Upbalance changeMilestoneTerrors can no longer execute whilst getting up from being downed.
SteamLight Generator Jumping Restrictionbalance changeMilestoneChanged the light generator so they can no longer be jumped on top of.
SteamAdjusted aim down sights alignment for female charactersbug fixSteam - 38 eventsInfected Players No Longer Gain Blood from Downed Innocentsbalance changeSteamEaster Egg Collection Eventseasonal event
Collect eggs around the asylum to gain points that redeem exclusive easter unlocks including a chocolate gun, carrot knife, and a bunny terror skin.
SteamFixed UI Player Count Displaybug fixAttempted to fix the UI showing '0/6' players connected in character select.
SteamFixed Downed Pose Issuebug fixPotentially stopped users from staying in the 'downed' pose whilst being antidoted.
SteamMaximum Blackout Reduction Increasedbalance changeThe maximum blackout reduction has been changed from 30s to 40s.
SteamDouble Objective Blackout Time Adjustmentbalance changeThe double objective no longer takes time off the blackout.
SteamAdjusted Consumable and Lever Spawn Pointsbug fixMoved consumable and lever spawn points so they are not floating/in rocks.
SteamInfected Players No Longer Gain Blood from Downed Innocentsbalance changeSteamNew Navigation Options for Terror Formnew contentAdded in vents and drainage pipes that can be used whilst in terror form to navigate the map.
SteamRespawning Resets Inventorybalance changeRespawning will reset your inventory to just a pistol with 6 ammo (i.e. antidotes & cameras will be lost).
SteamEaster Egg Collection Eventseasonal eventCollect eggs around the asylum to gain points that redeem exclusive easter unlocks including a chocolate gun, carrot knife, and a bunny terror skin!
SteamCentre and Shoot Objectives Blackout Time Changebalance changeCentre and shoot objectives now take 8s off the blackout instead of 5s.
SteamBorrowed Time Trait Adjustmentbalance changeThe 'Borrowed Time' trait now increases the time taken off blackouts by 25% instead of 20%.
SteamRespawning Resets Inventorybalance changeRespawning will reset your inventory to just a pistol with 6 ammo (i.e. antidotes & cameras will be lost).
SteamDouble Objective Blackout Time Adjustmentbalance changeThe double objective no longer takes time off the blackout.
SteamFixed UI Showing Incorrect Player Countbug fixAttempted to fix the UI showing '0/6' players connected in character select.
SteamWaypoint System for Interactionsui uxReplaced the 'c' interact text with a waypoint on players you can interact with (also there for terror executions).
SteamBorrowed Time Trait Adjustmentbalance changeThe 'Borrowed Time' trait now increases the time taken off blackouts by 25% instead of 20%.
SteamNew Navigation Features for Terror Formnew contentAdded in vents and drainage pipes that can be used whilst in terror form to navigate the map.
SteamWaypoint System for Interactionsui uxReplaced the 'c' interact text with a waypoint on players you can interact with (also there for terror executions).
SteamMaximum Blackout Reduction Increasedbalance changeThe maximum blackout reduction has been changed from 30s to 40s.
SteamAdjusted Consumable and Lever Spawn Pointsbug fixMoved consumable and lever spawn points so they are not floating/in rocks.
SteamCentre and Shoot Objectives Blackout Time Changebalance changeCentre and shoot objectives now take 8s off the blackout instead of 5s.
SteamFixed Downed Pose Issue During Antidotebug fixPotentially stopped users from staying in the 'downed' pose whilst being antidoted.
Steam - 20 eventsFixed shoot objective crashbug fixMilestone
Fixed an instance where the shoot objective could cause a crash.
SteamFixed shoot objective crashbug fixMilestoneFixed an instance where the shoot objective could cause a crash.
SteamEscape button for menu navigationui uxThe escape button can now be used for navigation to go back in menus.
SteamEnd of round screen for disconnected playersbug fixAll players now appear on the end of round screen, even if they have disconnected.
SteamReduced draw calls on forest mapperformanceGreatly reduced the number of draw calls on the forest map to help improve efficiency.
SteamImproved game joining/leaving flowui uxCleaned up some of the flow of joining and leaving games with the new 3D menu.
SteamFixed shady dealer item issuebug fixFixed an issue where the shady dealer wouldn't always give the expected item.
SteamFixed daytime transform promptbug fixFixed an issue where it would sometimes say 'Press 't' to transform' for terrors in the daytime.
SteamLevers can now be destroyed in 3 hitsgameplayLevers can now be destroyed instead of being deactivated, starting to smoke once destroyed.
SteamImproved game joining and leaving flowui uxCleaned up some of the flow of joining and leaving games with the new 3D menu.
SteamFixed daytime transform promptbug fixFixed an issue where it would sometimes say 'Press 't' to transform' for terrors in the daytime.
SteamEscape button for navigationui uxThe escape button can now be used for navigation to go back in menus.
SteamTerror chance adjustment in 5 man gamesbalance changeThe random chance of having 2 terrors now only applies in 5 man games.
SteamReduced draw calls on forest mapperformanceGreatly reduced the number of draw calls on the forest map to help improve efficiency.
SteamLevers can now be destroyed in 3 hitsgameplayLevers can now be destroyed instead of being deactivated, starting to smoke once destroyed.
SteamAdjusted terror count in 5 man gamesbalance changeThe random chance of having 2 terrors now only applies in 5 man games.
SteamFixed shady dealer item issuebug fixFixed an issue where the shady dealer wouldn't always give the expected item.
SteamAll players shown on end of round screenbug fixAll players now appear on the end of round screen, even if they have disconnected.
Steam - 54 eventsChallenges progression fixbug fix
Challenges no longer progress if you do not have the level to do so
SteamSkill-based matchmaking implementedgameplayMilestoneMatchmaking will now attempt to band players of a similar rank together
SteamEscape hatch animation alignment improvedbug fixImproved the alignment of the animations on the escape hatch
SteamEngine fix to reduce crashesbug fixMilestoneApplied an engine fix to potentially stop a lot of crashes players experience
SteamChanged lighting style on ObjectivesperformanceChanged lighting style used on Objectives to improve FPS
SteamImproved lighting and FPS efficiencyperformanceGenerally improved lighting and efficiency of maps to help improve FPS
SteamEnd of round screen trait display improvedui uxOnly show traits on the end of round screen that were not already completed
SteamMap lighting and efficiency improvementsperformanceGenerally improved lighting and efficiency of maps to help improve FPS
SteamImproved Chinese translationslocalizationSteamSkill-based matchmaking implementedgameplayMilestoneMatchmaking will now attempt to band players of a similar rank together
SteamAnti-cheat report accuracy tweakedbug fixTweaked our custom anti-cheat to give more accurate reports
SteamXP gains display for level 7 charactersbug fixXP gains now visually display for level 7 characters
SteamForest map pressure pad fixbug fixFixed a pressure pad on the forest map that wasn't triggering correctly
SteamPressure pad trigger fixbug fixFixed a pressure pad on the forest map that wasn't triggering correctly
SteamCamera damage and delay adjustmentsbalance changeCamera now does half damage from behind a Terror and has a 1.5s delay between shots
SteamConnection issue fix for playersbug fixPlayers are no longer popped to join a game if they no longer can connect to it
SteamEnhanced end game UI reasonsui uxAdded more reasons to the UI for why the game ended (e.g. time running out, last innocent escaping, last innocent killed)
SteamEnd of round screen trait display updatedui uxOnly show traits on the end of round screen that were not already completed
SteamInspection kit scanning time increasedbalance changeIncrease time for scanning with inspection kit to stop infinite use
SteamAnti-cheat report accuracy tweakedbug fixTweaked our custom anti-cheat to give more accurate reports
SteamNew gun skins representing languagesnew contentAdded more gun skins representing each language the game is translated into (Spanish, German, Chinese, Russian, Korean, and Japanese)
SteamInfected players movement fixbug fixInfected players can now move if the lights came on whilst they were downed in Terror Form
SteamObjective lighting style changedperformanceChanged lighting style used on Objectives to improve FPS
SteamJapanese and Korean translations addedlocalizationSteamEngine fix to reduce crashesbug fixMilestoneApplied an engine fix to potentially stop a lot of crashes players experience
SteamCustom clothes for characters addednew contentUnlock hats at level 3, melee weapons at level 5, and clothes at level 7 for each character
SteamChallenge progression fixbug fixChallenges no longer progress if you do not have the level to do so
SteamRemoved SVOTI menu optionui uxSteamTracker outline functionality fixedbug fixThe tracker outline is now working on the Terror Form
SteamIn-game chat functionality improvedbug fixYou can now use the in game chat during character select, the end of round screen and while downed
SteamEscape hatch animation alignment improvedbug fixImproved the alignment of the animations on the escape hatch
SteamCameraman trait functionality fixedbug fixFixed a bug causing the Cameraman trait not to work the first time you selected it
SteamInfected player movement fixbug fixInfected players can now move if the lights came on whilst they were downed in Terror Form
SteamJapanese and Korean translations addedlocalizationAdded Japanese and Korean translations to the game
SteamShadows menu option addedui uxSteamCameraman trait bug fixedbug fixFixed a bug causing the Cameraman trait not to work the first time you selected it
SteamNew gun skins representing languagesnew contentAdded more gun skins for Spanish, German, Chinese, Russian, Korean, and Japanese
SteamCustom clothes for characters addednew contentUnlock hats at level 3, melee weapons at level 5, and clothes at level 7 for each character
SteamNew Terror Traits introducednew contentAdded new Terror Traits including Every Last Drop, Heightened Senses, Fun Sponge, Blood Thirsty, Reserves, and Sixth Sense
SteamFixed player connection issuebug fixPlayers are no longer popped to join a game if they no longer can connect to it
SteamTracker outline functionality fixedbug fixThe tracker outline is now working on the Terror Form
SteamCamera damage and delay adjustmentsbalance changeThe Camera now does half damage from behind a Terror and has a 1.5s delay between shots (up from 1.2s)
SteamIn-game chat usage improvedbug fixYou can now use the in game chat during character select, the end of round screen and while downed
SteamFallback proxy servers addednetworkAdded fall back proxy servers to allow more people to connect to the servers
SteamInspection kit scanning time increasedbalance changeIncrease time for scanning with inspection kit to stop people from getting infinite use from it
Steam - 34 eventsOxygen Bar Mechanicsgameplay
Players now die to the oxygen when the oxygen bar hits zero; downed players wait to revive in the same spot.
SteamCentralized Card Buttonsui uxCard buttons on 'Play', 'Profile', and 'Test Subject' interfaces centralized and visually improved.
SteamCheat Detection Implementationbug fixMilestoneDetection for players trying to cheat the game added, eliminating them instantly if detected.
SteamGas Zone Death Bug Fixbug fixRe-wrote the way moving into the next zone works to fix the bug where players were dying to the gas in the next zone.
SteamSt Patrick's Day Unique Rewardsseasonal eventLimited time unique rewards obtainable from crates for St Patrick's Day.
SteamServer-Side CPU Issues FixperformanceFixed some server-side CPU issues to allow the server to run more efficiently.
SteamGame Modification Preventionbug fixMilestonePrevention measures added to stop players from trying to modify aspects of the game.
SteamXP Rewards for Actionsbalance changeMore actions now have XP rewards tied to them, such as taking blood bags and assisting with objectives.
SteamPrevention of Game Modificationbug fixMilestoneImplemented measures to stop players from trying to modify aspects of the game.
SteamAntidote Use After Lethal Injectionbalance changePlayers can now be antidoted after being lethal injected; still in experimental phase.
SteamReduced Clicks for Cosmetic Changesui uxChanging your character cosmetics now requires less clicking.
SteamServer-Side CPU Issues FixedperformanceFixed some server-side CPU issues to allow the server to run more efficiently.
SteamXP Rewards for More Actionsbalance changeMore actions now have XP rewards tied to them, such as taking a blood bag, assisting with objectives, and using items.
SteamSt Patrick's Day Limited Time Rewardsseasonal eventAdded unique rewards obtainable from crates for a limited time (1 week) to celebrate St Patrick's Day.
SteamCentralized Card Buttonsui uxCard buttons on the 'Play', 'Profile', and 'Test Subject' interfaces have been centralised and visually improved.
SteamMain Menu Button Repositioningui uxMain menu buttons moved from the right side to the left for better readability.
SteamTrait Description Interfaceui uxIntroduced a trait description interface to explain how different trait slots work.
SteamCharacter Traits Organizationui uxTraits for each character are now split between tiers for easier visibility of unlocked traits.
SteamMain Menu Button Relocationui uxMain menu buttons have been moved from the right side to the left for better readability.
SteamZone Transition Bug Fixbug fixRe-wrote the way moving into the next zone works to fix players dying to gas in the next zone.
SteamOxygen Bar Mechanics UpdategameplayPlayers now die to the oxygen when the oxygen bar hits zero. When downed in the gas, the oxygen bar stops decreasing, and players will revive in the same spot.
SteamShotgun Generator Crash Fixbug fixFixed a crash related to shooting generators in the map with a shotgun.
Steam3D Diary Entries Interfaceui uxDiary entries interface now displays notes in 3D rather than as a list.
SteamCheat Detection Implementationbug fixMilestoneAdded detection for players trying to cheat the game, eliminating them instantly if detected.
SteamTrait Description Interfaceui uxNew trait description interface to explain how different trait slots work.
SteamShotgun Crash Fixbug fixFixed a crash related to shooting generators in the map with a shotgun.
Steam3D Diary Entries Interfaceui uxThe diary entries interface now displays the notes in 3D rather than as a list.
SteamCharacter Traits Organizationui uxTraits for each character split between tiers for easier visibility of unlocked traits.
SteamAntidote After Lethal Injectionbalance changePlayers can now be antidoted after being lethal injected; still in experimental phase.
SteamFPS Limit on Main MenuperformanceThe FPS on the main menu has been limited to minimize CPU usage.
Steam - 16 eventsAdded region priority for player groupinggameplay
Players are now prioritized to group with others in their area.
SteamSeveral fixes/additions to Chinese translationlocalizationSteamCorrected visual display of ELO changesbug fixELO changes are now displayed correctly at the end of the round.
SteamFixed crash bug related to physics systembug fixMilestoneSteamAdded region priority for player groupinggameplayPlayers are now prioritized to group with others in their area.
SteamSeveral fixes/additions to Chinese translationlocalizationSteamTerrors can no longer be downed while killing someonebug fixSteamFixed crash bug related to physics systembug fixMilestoneSteamFixed ELO changes display at end of roundbug fixELO changes are now visually displayed correctly.
SteamTerrors can no longer be downed while killing someonebug fixSteamFixed application of ELO changesbug fixSteam - 60 eventsLanguage-Based Matchmakingnew content
Matchmaking will now prioritize grouping users with the same language settings.
SteamInconsistent Graphics Settings Fixedbug fixFixed a visual issue where your graphics setting differed between in game and the main menu.
SteamHigh scores feature added to main menunew contentThe main menu now features a high scores which shows the ELO of all of the top players.
SteamPoint lights added to escape hatchesvisualsAdded point lights to the escape hatches in the forest.
SteamCryEngine optimizations issue fixedbug fixMilestoneFixed issues preventing us from using CryEngine's optimizations.
SteamEscape menu usage during character selectbug fixYou can now use the escape menu during character select.
SteamTerror Immunity After Being Downedbalance changeTerrors now have 1 second of immunity after being downed.
SteamEnd of Round Movement Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where you could move during the end of round screen.
SteamClarity on zone boundaries in forestworldMade it clearer for the player to not go back into the previous zone in the forest.
SteamStuck areas in forest map fixedbug fixFixed a couple of areas in the forest map where you can get stuck.
SteamCamera Effects Adjustedbalance changeThe camera slow and blind effects are halved if the terror isn't facing you.
SteamInconsistent graphics settings fixedbug fixFixed a visual issue where your graphics setting differed between in game and the main menu.
SteamZone Backtracking ClarificationworldMade it clearer for the player to not go back into the previous zone in the forest.
SteamGraphics settings visual issue fixedbug fixFixed a visual issue where related graphics settings weren't changed on the main menu's option screen after changing graphics quality.
SteamCryEngine Optimization Issues Fixedbug fixMilestoneFixed issues preventing us from using CryEngine's optimizations.
SteamStuck Areas in Forest Fixedbug fixFixed a couple of areas in the forest map where you can get stuck.
SteamHigh Scores Feature Addednew contentThe main menu now features a high scores which shows the ELO of all of the top players.
SteamMatchmaking language prioritizationnew contentMatchmaking will now prioritize grouping users with the same language settings.
SteamParty ranks and high scores display fixedbug fixFixed the ranks and high scores of people in your party showing incorrectly on the main menu.
SteamCommon Crash Potentially Fixedbug fixMilestonePotentially fixed the most common crash players are experiencing.
SteamCommon crash potentially fixedbug fixMilestonePotentially fixed the most common crash players are experiencing.
SteamAsylum Map Collision Issues Fixedbug fixMilestoneFixed falling out of the map on the ground floor of the asylum and an area in the second floor kitchen where collision acts odd.
SteamCollision issues in asylum fixedbug fixMilestoneFixed falling out of the map on the ground floor of the asylum and an area in the second floor kitchen where collision acts odd.
SteamPoint Lights Added to Escape Hatchesnew contentAdded point lights to the escape hatches in the forest.
SteamParty High Scores Display Fixedbug fixFixed the ranks and high scores of people in your party showing incorrectly on the main menu.
SteamCamera effects adjustmentsbalance changeThe camera slow and blind effects are halved if the terror isn't facing you.
SteamGraphics Settings Visual Issue Fixedbug fixFixed a visual issue where related graphics settings weren't changed on the main menu's option screen after changing graphics quality.
SteamMovement during end of round screen fixedbug fixFixed a bug where you could move during the end of round screen.
SteamTerror immunity after being downedbalance changeTerrors now have 1 second of immunity after being downed.
Steam - 38 eventsShotgun Speed and Pellet Adjustmentsbalance change
Speed has been slightly increased, number of pellets doubled, damage per pellet reduced by a third, spread reduced by 25%
SteamEscape Door Interaction ChangedgameplayPlayers now walk into the escape door/hatch instead of interacting with them.
SteamCamera Effectiveness Scaling Adjustedbalance changeCamera effectiveness now scales linearly between 5 and 20 meters with various damage and effect scaling changes
SteamAlex Traits Reworkedbalance changeReworked 'Say Cheese' trait and adjusted 'Cameraman' trait starting camera charges
SteamBlood Bags Spawn Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the incorrect number of blood bags were spawning
SteamDowning Terrors Duration Increasedbalance changeDowning terrors now lasts for 3 seconds up from 2
SteamShotgun Speed and Pellet Adjustmentsbalance changeSpeed has been slightly increased, number of pellets doubled, damage per pellet reduced by a third, spread reduced by 25%
SteamBlood Bags Spawning Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the incorrect number of blood bags were spawning
SteamCamera Effectiveness Scaling Adjustedbalance changeCamera effectiveness now scales linearly (between 5 and 20 meters) with damage and blind scaling changes
SteamShirtless Chang Clothes Re-enabledbug fixRe-enabled the 'shirtless' Chang clothes after fixing a bug where some of his body would appear invisible
SteamEscape Door Interaction ChangedgameplayPlayers now walk into the escape door/hatch instead of interacting with them
SteamCharacter Skinning Issues Resolvedbug fixFixed skinning issues where character's arms sometimes appear through their clothes
SteamCharacter Skinning Issues Resolvedbug fixFixed skinning issues where character's arms sometimes appear through their clothes
SteamAlex Traits Reworkedbalance changeReworked 'Say Cheese' trait and 'Cameraman' trait adjustments
SteamMissing Sounds Fixed in Blackwood ForestaudioFixed missing character/terror sounds in blackwood forest
SteamDowning Terrors Duration Increasedbalance changeDowning terrors now lasts for 3 seconds up from 2
SteamTerror Stealth Perk Noise Reduction Adjustedbalance changeThe Terror stealth perk is now a 30% noise reduction down from 80%
SteamMissing Sounds Fixed in Blackwood ForestaudioFixed missing character/terror sounds in blackwood forest
SteamTerror Stealth Perk Noise Reduction Adjustedbalance changeThe Terror stealth perk is now a 30% noise reduction down from 80%
SteamShirtless Chang Clothes Re-enabledbug fixRe-enabled the 'shirtless' Chang clothes after fixing a bug where some of his body would appear invisible
Steam - 28 eventsChallenges Update Issue Fixedbug fix
Fixed multiple issues with challenges not updating correctly
SteamShooting to Slow Terrors Bug Fixbug fixFixed bug where shooting to slow terrors was being applied to all terrors
SteamMain Menu Notification System Updateui uxThe notification system on the main menu has been changed to be more noticeable
SteamELO Display Fix for Rank 0 Playersbug fixFixed issues with ELO not displaying correctly for rank 0 players
SteamMarks and Bonus Marks Application Fixbug fixFixed issue where marks and bonus marks weren't being applied
SteamShooting Slow Terrors Bug Fixedbug fixFixed bug where shooting to slow terrors was being applied to all terrors
SteamForest Map Area Registration Fixbug fixFixed issue on forest map where players weren't registering as being in the next area
SteamForest Map Area Registration Fixbug fixFixed issue on forest map where players weren't registering as being in the next area
SteamTwo-Player Objectives Issue Fixedbug fixFixed issue on forest map where two-player objectives weren't working correctly
SteamTerrors Stuck on Executed Players Fixbug fixTerrors no longer get stuck on players they have executed
SteamChallenge Update Issues Resolvedbug fixFixed multiple issues with challenges not updating correctly
SteamELO Display Fix for Rank 0 Playersbug fixFixed issues with ELO not displaying correctly for rank 0 players
SteamMarks and Bonus Marks Application Fixbug fixFixed issue where marks and bonus marks weren't being applied
SteamTwo-Player Objectives on Forest Map Fixbug fixFixed issue on forest map where two-player objectives weren't working correctly
SteamUsernames Interface Issue Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where some user's names were causing issues on our interfaces
SteamLevers Red Outline for Infected Playersui uxLevers now have a red outline to infected players then you can de-activate them
SteamLevers Outline for Infected PlayersgameplayLevers now have a red outline to infected players then you can de-activate them
SteamMain Menu Notification System Updateui uxThe notification system on the main menu has been changed to be more noticeable
SteamUsernames Causing Interface Issues Fixbug fixFixed a bug where some user's names were causing issues on our interfaces
Steam - 72 eventsRound Start Timer Increasedbalance change
The start timer of a round has been increased to 20 seconds to account for trait selection.
SteamCharacter Traits SystemgameplayMilestoneLeveling up your character now unlocks challenges that you can complete to unlock traits that give you a slight edge.
SteamELO System ImplementationgameplayMilestoneAn ELO system has been implemented which tracks how well you're playing relative to everyone else you're playing with.
SteamBlood Bags and Consumables Placement AdjustedgameplayMoved a number of blood bags and other consumables spawning in front of levers.
SteamWinning Game Marks Adjustmentbalance changeWinning a game now only awards 1 mark not 2. When de-ranking you are now given half the marks of the previous rank.
SteamCharacter XP Formula Adjustedbalance changeThe character XP formula for the amount of XP required per level has been increased.
SteamGameMaster Notes AddedgameplayNotes outlined in purple have been added, with one of each diary spawned on each floor each game.
SteamInfected Players Visibility Fixedbug fixInfected players can now see the outlines of other infected players.
SteamCharacter Voices AddedaudioSteamELO System ImplementationgameplayMilestoneAn ELO system has been implemented which tracks how well you're playing relative to everyone else.
SteamNew Map: The Forestnew contentMilestoneToday we release our second map 'The Forest' for you to deceive and trick your friends and enemies on!
SteamCharacter XP Formula Adjustedbalance changeThe character XP formula for the amount of XP required per level has been increased.
SteamCell Block Room FinalizedgameplayFinalized the cell block room which is a large new room allowing for easier movement around the second floor.
SteamReduced Shadow Casting LightsperformanceReduced shadow casting lights on low spec to increase performance.
SteamShotgun Loading Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where you could load 3 shots into the shotgun.
SteamCell Block Room FinalizedgameplayFinalized the cell block room which is a large new room allowing for easier movement around the second floor.
SteamGame Winning Marks Adjustmentbalance changeWinning a game now only awards 1 mark instead of 2; de-ranking gives half the marks of the previous rank.
SteamNotification System Addedui uxA notification system has been added to the main menu to inform you of level ups/game updates.
SteamCollision Issue Fixedbug fixFixed Collision at the bottom of the stairs on the second floor leading to the cell.
SteamCharacter Traits SystemgameplayMilestoneLeveling up your character now unlocks challenges that you can complete to unlock traits that give you a slight edge on others in the game.
SteamBathroom Area EnlargedgameplayEnlarged the bathroom on the second floor, increasing the playable area for more fluid gameplay.
SteamNew Map: The Forestnew contentMilestoneToday we release our second map 'The Forest' for you to deceive and trick your friends and enemies on!
SteamBlood Bags Visibility Restoredbug fixMade blood bags on the middle and top floor of the asylum visible again.
SteamIn-Game Tutorial Updateui uxThe in-game tutorial has been replaced by a link to our YouTube video series.
SteamShadow Casting Lights ReducedperformanceReduced shadow casting lights on low spec to increase performance.
SteamBlood Bags Visibility Restoredbug fixMade blood bags on the middle and top floor of the asylum visible again.
SteamDecals Visibility Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where a large amount of decals weren't showing, including puddles.
SteamArmour Pickup Changebalance changePlayers can now pickup armour when they already have (non-full) armour.
SteamBathroom Area EnlargedgameplayEnlarged the bathroom on the second floor, increasing the playable area for more fluid gameplay.
SteamTerrors Vision Changebalance changeMilestoneTerrors no longer have vision of innocents in the day period; sonar effect reveals player positions at night.
SteamShotgun Loading Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where you could load 3 shots into the shotgun.
SteamDecals Visibility Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where a large amount of decals weren't showing, including puddles.
SteamRound Start Timer Increasedbalance changeThe start timer of a round has been increased to 20 seconds to account for trait selection.
SteamIn-Game Tutorial Replacementui uxThe in-game tutorial has been replaced by a link to our YouTube video series.
SteamTerrors Vision Changebalance changeMilestoneTerrors no longer have vision of innocents in the day period. During the night period a sonar effect happens every ten seconds to reveal player positions.
SteamCollision Issues Fixedbug fixFixed Collision at the bottom of the stairs on the second floor leading to the cell.
SteamRun Energy Concept RemovedgameplaySteamInfected Players Outlines Fixedbug fixInfected players can now see the outlines of other infected players.
SteamNotification System Addedui uxAdded a notification system to the main menu to inform you of level ups/game updates etc.
SteamGameMaster Notes Addednew contentNotes are outlined in purple and only 1 of each diary is spawned on each floor each game. Collect all the entries to answer questions about The Asylum.
Steam - 24 eventsIndividual Scoring System ImplementedgameplayMilestone
Players now score individually, with different win conditions for Innocents and Infected.
SteamIndividual Scoring System ImplementedgameplayMilestonePlayers now score individually rather than as a team, changing win conditions.
SteamMiscellaneous Quality of Life Changesquality of lifeVarious adjustments including player spawn changes and name tag visibility.
SteamUpgraded CryEngine VersionperformanceUpgraded to CryEngine version 5.3.2 for improved performance.
SteamNew Lever System for ObjectivesgameplayLevers are now required to activate objectives on each floor, providing waypoints.
SteamEnvironmental Polish and New RoutesworldGeneral improvements to the asylum environment and new routes added.
SteamNew Lever System for ObjectivesgameplayLevers are now required to activate objectives on each floor, providing waypoints.
SteamCharacter Leveling System AddedgameplayXP can be gained to level characters up to level 7, unlocking rewards.
SteamAnimation Fixes and ImprovementsotherFixed various animation issues and added transition blends for better visuals.
SteamEscape Mechanics RevampedgameplayNew routes and escape lever mechanics added, affecting gameplay dynamics.
SteamAnimation Fixes and ImprovementsotherFixed various animation issues, including item visibility and locomotion blending.
SteamEnvironmental EnhancementsworldPolish to the asylum environment, including new routes and lighting improvements.
SteamCharacter Leveling System AddedgameplayPlayers gain XP to level characters up to level 7, unlocking rewards.
SteamNew Escape MechanicsgameplayEscape routes are now waypointed and open automatically after blackouts.
SteamFixed Various Bugsbug fixMultiple bug fixes including stamina regeneration and name tag visibility.
SteamRespawning Mechanics UpdatedgameplayPlayers now respawn on the same floor after being downed, with a voting system for elimination.
SteamNew Ranking System IntroducedgameplayMilestoneMarks are gained and lost based on game performance, with a structured ranking system.
SteamNew Objective Type IntroducedgameplayA new objective type requires players to damage three targets.
SteamChanges to Respawning MechanicsgameplayPlayers respawn on the same floor after being downed, with a voting system for elimination.
SteamNew Ranking System IntroducedgameplayMilestonePlayers gain marks towards ranks based on game performance, with monthly resets.
Steam - 22 eventsAutomatic Door Opening After Blackoutgameplay
Doors now automatically open to the next floor after a blackout, and there is no longer a key.
SteamCharacter Leveling System OverhaulgameplayMilestoneReplacing the current leveling and prestiging systems with a system that allows you to level on a per-character basis.
SteamMonthly Seasonal Ranking Systemseasonal eventMilestonePlayers will now rank up and compete on a monthly seasonal basis to determine who is the best Deceit player in the world.
SteamTerrors Teleportation via VentsgameplayTerrors will now be able to utilise the vents on the map to teleport around the map, in order to keep up their sneakiness.
SteamDay and Night Cycle ChangesgameplayCompleting objectives now increases the length of the day period and reduces the length of the night period.
SteamObjective Activation via LeversgameplayEach objective is activated by pulling a lever somewhere on the map. If an objective is active and not started yet, the lever can be pulled to make it inactive.
SteamLever Activation for ObjectivesgameplayEach objective is activated by pulling a lever somewhere on the map. If an objective is active and not started yet, the lever can be pulled to make it inactive.
SteamNew Forest Map Releasenew contentMilestoneOur second outdoor map is being released alongside our full launch. It is a night time outdoor map.
SteamRemoval of Ammo PointsgameplayAmmo points are being removed, and instead there will be consumables placed around the map that are 'used' as soon as you pick them up (blood bags, ammo, armour, energy etc).
SteamUpgrade to CryEngine 5performanceUpgrading to the newest version of CryEngine 5 for better performance.
SteamPlayer Elimination Voting SystemgameplayPlayers are now eliminated through the game by voting. Downing a player triggers a vote, and then other players can shoot their downed body to also vote for that player.
SteamRemoval of Ammo PointsgameplayAmmo points are being removed, and instead there will be consumables placed around the map that are 'used' as soon as you pick them up (blood bags, ammo, armour, energy etc).
SteamAutomatic Door OpeninggameplayDoors now automatically open to the next floor after a blackout, and there is no longer a key.
SteamRevival System for Downed PlayersgameplayOnce downed, players can now be revived by other players. If they aren't, they will re-spawn in a location on that floor.
SteamRevival Mechanic for Downed PlayersgameplayOnce downed, players can now be revived by other players. If they aren't, they will re-spawn in a location on that floor.
SteamNew Forest Map Releasenew contentMilestoneOur second outdoor map is being released alongside our full launch. It is a night time outdoor map.
SteamCharacter Leveling System OverhaulgameplayReplacing the current leveling and prestiging systems with a system that allows you to level on a per-character basis.
SteamIntroduction of Seasonal Ranking Systemseasonal eventMilestonePlayers will now rank up and compete on a monthly seasonal basis to determine who is the best Deceit player in the world.
SteamTerrors Can Teleport via VentsgameplayTerrors will now be able to utilise the vents on the map to teleport around the map, in order to keep up their sneakiness.
SteamObjective Completion Affects Day/Night CyclegameplayCompleting objectives now increases the length of the day period and reduces the length of the night period.
SteamVoting Mechanism for Player EliminationgameplayPlayers are now eliminated through the game by voting. Downing a player triggers a vote, and then other players can shoot their downed body to also vote for that player.
Steam - 28 eventsOxygen Bar in Smokegameplay
Whilst in the smoke, you now have an oxygen bar that slowly deflates over time, and once it is empty you start taking damage.
SteamChristmas Unlocks Removedseasonal eventChristmas unlocks are no longer available from crates, and it has stopped snowing in the asylum.
SteamLethal Injection Bug Potential Fixbug fixPotentially fixed bug that stopped the lethal injection/executions from working.
SteamEscape Door Light Fixbug fixThe lights now turn off if the escape door is forced open by going downstairs with the key.
SteamKey Door Closure Preventionbug fixStopped players from being able to close the key door once it has been unlocked.
SteamMap Loading ImprovementperformanceImproved how some of the map is loaded to help address fps drops in certain areas of the asylum.
SteamOxygen Bar in SmokegameplayWhilst in the smoke, you now have an oxygen bar that slowly deflates over time, and once it is empty you start taking damage.
SteamChristmas Unlocks Removedseasonal eventChristmas unlocks are no longer available from crates, and it has stopped snowing in the asylum.
SteamLights Turn Off on Escape Door Openbug fixThe lights now turn off if the escape door is forced open by going downstairs with the key.
SteamLethal Injection/Executions Bug Potentially Fixedbug fixPotentially fixed bug that stopped the lethal injection/executions from working.
SteamTutorial Display on First Loadui uxThe tutorial is now displayed when you first ever load the game. This will also happen for veteran players once.
SteamMap Loading ImprovementperformanceImproved how some of the map is loaded to help address fps drops in certain areas of the asylum.
SteamTutorial Display on First Loadnew contentThe tutorial is now displayed when you first ever load the game. This will also happen for veteran players once.
SteamKey Door Closure Issue Resolvedbug fixStopped players from being able to close the key door once it has been unlocked.
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