What changed in Guns of Icarus Online in 2016

Match chat cut off and overlap on 4:3.

5:4 Scaling too high on menu ui, social panel overlap.

Adjustments made to the assault enemy goal per player count.

AI switching guns between each other.

Clan missing levels.

A notification appears for officers and leader when player applies for their clan.

Increased the margin for the in match objective text.

Mighty Pirate using wrong lines while on helm.

City Hunter 4v4 initial spawn issue.

Hitches/slowdowns when bosses and large groups of airships spawn.

The Heavy Cavitation Gun fires a singularity, piercing ships and pulling them closer to their destruction.

Match-end UI: war chest full warning display.

Blocking players will obscure their name text with the background.

Added leader icon for chat.

Pressing ESC while looking at a specific territory brings you back to main screen instead of the full map.

Blue team's 1st captain title is sometimes wrapped and truncated.

Laser effect is shortening when it hits your own ship.

Footer menu items misaligned.

Start screen callout text overlaps images.

Laser sound effect doesn't clean up.

Removing clan members from clan list does not immediately show them as removed.

Defense was not counting the boss in its 'Kill all enemies' end goal.

The Heavy Remote Mine Launcher sends a storm of high powered explosives into the sky, daring any to get near them.

No sound feedback when clicking on ship's name to check loadout in lobby.

Typo in 'Mechanized Rebuild' skill name.

Player profile popup issue with scoreboard.

Long descriptions for costumes get cut off.

Added alliance specific loadouts.

Map edge gust at low altitudes on Dunes.

Should result in better framerates for many systems.

No boss spawn on survival boss wave.

A notification appears for officers and leader when player applies for their clan.

Faction leaderboard ordering was reversed.

Visual solution for not shooting at barge and friendly outpost.

Player popup buttons sometimes don't work.

Erratic rotation for map icons.

The Heavy Cavitation Gun fires a singularity, piercing ships and pulling them closer to their destruction.

Reinforcement buttons popping up on world map refresh.

Old thumbs up notification is back.

Chaladon and Fjord baronies description on faction select screen gets cut off.

The Heavy Remote Mine Launcher sends a storm of high powered explosives into the sky, daring any to get near them.

Vet Matches option on matchmaking menu missing text.

Added leader icon for chat.

AI boss and bases not firing guns.

Improved CPU utilization, particularly for large matches. Should result in better framerates for many systems.

Faction Icon Display in faction selection not displaying properly.

Hear Charging sounds for longer distances.

Fixes and improvements are being made to the matchmaking logic for single ship matches.

Adjustments are being made to improve win rates and match lengths in normal difficulty games.

The Lens Array, Lightning Coil, and Magnate will be buffed based on player feedback.

Changes are being made to reduce the effectiveness of fast match endings in Retrieve mode.

Adjustments are being made to improve win rates and match lengths in normal difficulty games.

Fixed the party voice chat icon issue.

New special abilities including shields, pushing enemies, and support clone dummies are being developed.

A new UI has been implemented based on player feedback, with ongoing revisions and improvements.

Fixed party voice chat icon, team color for voice chat, and match lobby outline.

Red/blue team color for team voice chat has been restored.

Fixed incorrect match lobby outline.

Changes are being made to address fast match completions in Retrieve mode.

The Magnate, Lens Array, and Lightning Coil will receive balance adjustments based on player feedback.

A new UI has been implemented based on player feedback, with ongoing revisions.

Various UI fixes including chat layout, tooltip positions, and player name display issues.

Improvements are being made to balance defense maps for single ship gameplay.

Changes are being made to better balance defense maps for single ships.

A new ship, the Stormbreaker, received positive feedback during the testing period.

New special abilities including shields, pushing enemies, and support clone dummies are being created for players to unlock.

A variety of bugs were fixed including chat layout issues, tooltip positions, and player name display.

The new Stormbreaker ship received positive feedback and was one of the most used ships during the open period.

A tournament featuring 9 teams competing for cash prizes and exclusive in-game rewards starts on December 3rd.

A tournament featuring 9 teams competing for cash prizes and exclusive in-game rewards starts on December 3rd.

Paid DLC is free for all to play for the next two weeks, featuring new ships and content.

Paid DLC is free for all to play for the next two weeks, featuring new ships and content.

Increased hull armor but decreased hull health for balance.

Players can become faction leaders and set Rally Points.

New game mode where the VIP must infiltrate enemy refineries.

Introduction of the Stormbreaker ship with unique design and capabilities.

Improves stability and performance for all platforms.

Testing of a new UI that increases information density and functionality.

New tutorial segment for Alliance mechanics.

New survival game modes with waves of objectives.

Testing a new UI with increased information density and functionality.

Increased hull armor and decreased hull health for balance.

Fixes for major threading/rendering issues leading to framerate stuttering.

New game mode where the VIP must infiltrate enemy refineries.

New resource and war mechanics for faction battles.

Introduction of the Alliance Beta for open testing.

Launch of the Alliance Beta with new gameplay features and mechanics.

Improves stability and performance across all platforms.

Ability to fight AI ships in practice mode.

New capture point map for King of the Hill mode.

Ability to fight AI ships in practice mode.

New resource goals and war initiation mechanics.

New UI for accessing world and faction menus easily.

Updated primary objective to destroy enemy resource drills.

New class-specific unlockables that provide strategic options in gameplay.

Introduction of the Stormbreaker ship with unique design and capabilities.

Fixes major threading/rendering issues causing framerate stuttering.

New class-specific unlockables that provide strategic options in gameplay.

Updated objectives for the Defense game mode focusing on enemy resource drills.

Changes to gun arcs and maneuverability for the Mobula ship.

New tutorial segment to teach players about Alliance mechanics.

New survival game modes with waves of objectives.

HP bars of NPC enemies are now visible when attacked by players.

Changed gun arcs and maneuverability for better design emphasis.

Players' actions will contribute to a player-wide history book.

Introduction of a player-wide history book based on actions during the war.

New UI integration for world and faction menus.

Changes to Skyball mode including new scoring and timer mechanics.

New capture point map for King of the Hill mode.

Players can become faction leaders and set rally points.

Fixed an issue where the top part of certain texts was cut off.

Fixed issue with AI routes navigating through components.

A partial fix was implemented for missing UI elements on Linux, with a more complete fix in progress.

Fixed an issue where the map would appear broken (white) on the second match of the region.

Added the missing store description for the Mighty Pirate voice pack.

Fixed a collider issue that was preventing hull fixing on the Squid.

Fixed issue with 'ball captured' text appearing at the start of the next game in Skyball.

The description for VIP rules has been updated.

The description for VIP rules has been updated.

The Mighty Pirate voice pack was missing a description in the store.

Fixed the helm/off helm repair commands being swapped in the Mighty Pirate voice pack.

Fixed issue where the top part of certain texts was cut off.

Implemented a partial fix for missing UI elements on Linux, with a more complete fix in progress.

The map appears broken (white) during the second match of the region.

Fixed collider issue that was preventing hull fixing on the Squid.

Helm/off helm repair commands for the Mighty Pirate voice pack were swapped.

Fixed the 'ball captured' text display at the start of the next game in Skyball.

Fixed AI routes that were incorrectly going through components.

Guns dropping to 1 ammo will no longer be destroyed, allowing for continued shooting.

Fixed animations on the Mobula ship.

Resolved issue with voice chat icons being under the gradient background.

Resolved issue with missing 'crew' tab at the match end screen.

Resolved rendering issues on some GPUs, primarily Intel HD cards.

A new voice pack for male characters in English.

Resolved issue with white texture due to painted detail map.

No double reports of player joining/leaving if they are a clanmate and on the friendlist.

Addressed graphical glitch associated with the Bowler hat.

Addressed issue with decals being hard to see in the store.

Resolved positioning issue with particle effects on the Hades.

Corrected various typos in the pilot tutorial.

Resolved issue with different background colors on workshop decal icons.

Reduced intensity of gun effects, projectile trails, and flare effects on dark maps.

Escort kills now count towards the goal score, and VIP kills count for more.

Corrected different shades of fins on varying shader quality.

Resolved issue with white texture due to painted detail map.

Made fog distance more consistent with culling distance on low-visibility maps.

New hats including Mrs. Mad Hatter and Parrot’s Tricorn available.

Compete by dragging a cargo barge into goals to score in this sports-inspired mode.

Addressed rendering artifacts on some GPUs, primarily Intel HD cards.

Guns dropping to 1 ammo will not be destroyed, allowing for continued shooting.

Resolved shadow artifacts on low quality settings.

Resolved issue with voice chat icons/text being under the gradient background.

Improved compatibility with joystick controls.

Removed unnecessary button in lobby menu when a match has already started.

Removed unnecessary 'Recruit from Queue' button in lobby menu when a match has started.

Escort kills now count towards the goal score, and VIP kills count for more.

Includes various free and paid decals created by community members.

A new voice pack for male characters in English.

Resolved several cases of character rubber banding when bumping ship geometry.

Addressed unnecessary differences between shader quality settings.

A new 4v4 game mode where players must avoid crashing.

Fixed highlighting issue when Tutorial Text option is on.

Multiple new decals and hats have been added, with some available for free.

Adjusted colliders to prevent snapping and falling through the floor.

Resolved issue with fog becoming bright in tar smoke and other clouds.

Novices can now play against AI ships in a safe environment to learn game mechanics.

Resolved animation issue with the Conductor costume repair.

Resolved object placement issue with Traveller theme on Galleon.

Resolved issue with decals being hard to see in the store.

Adjusted colliders to prevent snapping and falling through the floor.

Resolved several cases of character rubber banding when bumping ship geometry.

Novices will now be placed into games versus AI ships for a safer learning experience.

Missing engine damage sounds have been reimplemented.

Resolved issue with fog becoming bright in tar smoke and other clouds.

Compete by dragging a cargo barge into opponents' goals to score.

Addressed soft particles issue present in Northern Fjords.

Improved consistency of fog distance with culling distance on low-visibility maps.

Addressed shadow artifacts on low quality settings.

New goggles including Green and Gold Aviators added to the game.

Reimplemented missing engine damage sounds.

Resolved animation issue with Conductor costume repair.

Addressed unnecessary differences between shader quality settings.

Cleaned up the Goldfish model by removing unnecessary rope.

A new 4v4 game mode where players must avoid crashing.

Added notification for the store if the Steam overlay is not enabled.

Resolved issue with cooldown ticking sound getting stuck.

Resolved issue with different background colors on workshop decal icons.

Corrected various typos found in the pilot tutorial.

Resolved issue with cooldown ticking sound getting stuck.

Resolved object placement issue on Galleon.

Improved compatibility with joystick controls.

Four new ships added: Chaladonian Shrike, Anglean Corsair, Fjord Baronies Crusader, and Mercantile Guild Magnate.

Four new weapons: Seraph Tempest Missiles, Charybdis Gas Mortar, Februus Weaponized Coil, and Aten Lens Array.

The Alliance Open Alpha begins with new game modes, ships, weapons, and maps.

Four new weapons added to the game.

Three new game modes: Assault, Defense, and Retrieve.

New maps include Oblivion Approach, Voyager’s Cove, Seas of Alleron, Parous Glen, Thornholt Crest, and Devil’s Eye.

Three new game modes introduced for the Alliance Open Alpha.

The Alliance Open Alpha begins August 1st, featuring new ships, weapons, and locations.

New maps including Oblivion Approach, Voyager’s Cove, Seas of Alleron, and more.

Introduction of four new ships for players to pilot.

Game engine upgraded to Unity version 5.2.5.

Game engine updated to Unity version 5.2.5.

ChatCrew now correctly binds to ‘L’ by default, with TaskList moved to ‘T’ to resolve conflict.

The limit of veterans necessary to open Vet Games has been reduced.

Updated rematch vote logic: 1~2 DM, 0~1 VIP, 1 CP. Last map will not show anymore.

Resolved an effects leak on the Banshee that was causing lower frame rates.

The limit of veterans necessary to open Vet Games has been reduced.

ChatCrew now correctly binds to ‘L’ by default, and the default binding of 'TaskList' has been moved to ‘T’ to resolve conflicts.

Updated rematch vote logic: 1-2 DM, 0-1 VIP, 1 CP. Last map will not show anymore.

Resolved an effects leak on the Banshee that was causing lower frame rates.

Testing a new ambush mode with over 100 objectives.

Fixing issues related to AI Flare.

Skyball mode is being worked on and ready for player testing.

Fixing issues related to AI Flare.

Transitioning the game to a newer version of the game engine (Unity 5.2).

Testing out a new ambush mode with over 100 objectives.

New VIP changes are being developed and tested.

Transitioning the game to a newer version of the Unity engine.

Improvements made to the ship editor to enhance artist workflow.

New VIP changes are being developed and tested.

Improvements to the ship editor to enhance artist workflow.

Skyball mode is being worked on and is ready for player testing.

Fixed store's tooltip header issue with some items

Captain command icons missing

Match end stat text issues

Rematch requirements have been eased.

Mastery achievements aren’t listed

Mastery achievements that weren’t listed have been fixed.

New tips for matchmaker waiting screen created by the community and vets to make sure players get the best advice.

Resolved respawn and loading issues in the 3v3 Fight Over Firnfeld map.

Voice over volume in tutorials has been increased.

Captain command icons that were missing have been restored.

Player name above the gun selection menu has been fixed.

Players can change to the opposite team's empty slot if balance allows.

Resolved subtle effects and UI errors that were causing performance issues.

Pressing Enter or Space in chat at the match end screen now correctly un/checks the rematch vote.

Resolved issue where players couldn't block others on the score menu.

Can't block players on score menu

Fixed the tooltip header issue with some items in the store.

New tips created by the community and veterans for the matchmaker waiting screen.

Pressing Enter or Space in chat at match end screen un/checks the rematch vote

Tabs that were missing on the match end screen have been restored.

Tabs missing on match end screen

Corrected floating map elements in the Paritan and Labyrinth maps.

VIP icon in lobby intersecting with other text

Allow players to change to opposite team's empty slot if balance allows

Easing rematch requirements

Resolved issues with match end stat text.

Player name above gun selection menu

VIP icon in the lobby was intersecting with other text; this has been fixed.

Fixed some subtle effects and UI errors that were causing performance issues

Clipping on top deck of Pyramidion.

Functionality of hold R and F to throttle forward and backward.

Players can earn coupons for discounts on store items.

Disallow players to move to the other team via spectator in system-made lobby.

Players can recruit friends and earn items, dyes, and exclusive titles.

Floating smoke on Junker and Spire.

Notification when a novice player’s class gets changed from pilot in non-novice matches.

Message saying guns are locked because player is in novice yet he isn't.

Different mechanics for Captain's recommendation spam filter.

Display issue with hair 'Cropped Pixie' and 'Nihongami'.

Increased character limit for notifications.

New decals and hats available in the store.

Engine sound cuts off abruptly when changing direction.

Anti-aliasing method is now stated in the options menu.

Match end screen gunner stat text overlaps.

Dye confirmation UI element shows up when viewing another players’ load-out.

The size of gaps vary between the notches of the hull health.

Score points by killing each team’s VIP. First team to get the required points wins the match.

Completely revamped tutorial with mini-game challenges and instructions by Captain Morrison.

Players cannot move to the other team via spectator in system-made lobby.

Different animation for character in customization window when zoomed in.

Bounty and bounty hunter scoring improvement.

Now works similarly to the chat spam filter.

Hwacha fire animations missing occasionally.

Hold R and F to throttle forward and backward.

All-weather Service Cap is missing the upper half of the model.

Ship type name cut off on match end screen.

Too long titles at match end screen.

A complete overhaul of the tutorial with voice overs and interactive scenarios.

Match end screen effect out of borders.

Multiple notifications when AFK kicked.

Seats misplaced on heavy guns after swapping them in practice mode.

A tactical game mode where teams score points by killing each other's VIP.

UI bug when inspecting a ship from a running lobby that ended.

Performance optimisation for multiple flares.

Players can refer friends to earn rewards, items, and exclusive titles.

Clan page text might get out of border.

Coupons added for discounts on store items, obtainable through the friend referral feature.

Includes new decals and hats available in the store.

Addressed issues with particles reappearing unexpectedly.

Players can claim territory for one of four factions: Anglean Republic, Order of Chaladon, Fjord Baronies, and Mercantile Guild.

Resolved issues with players getting stuck on new ship collisions.

Bosses now have more dramatic deaths.

Resolved issue with figure head spawning at the middle of the Alliance ship.

Resolved issues causing sound effects to go missing.

Addressed targeting issues with lightning and missile circus guns.

Improved balance for single ship and pilot gameplay.

Fixed the final explosion on bosses being offset when rotated.

Ships could jam through destructible walls without breaking them.

Updated background based on the player's current faction.

Resolved issues where players could get stuck on the new ship.

Fixed targeting issues with lightning and missile circus guns.

Improvements made to the balance of single ship, pilot-only mode.

Bosses now have more dramatic deaths.

Resolved issues where cargo barges caused players to get stuck in narrow spots.

Players can improve class equipment over battles with Upgrade Points planned to be unlocked through achievements.

A new map featuring an arid landscape with buried obelisks and valuable resources.

Resolved excessively long lulls in action caused by the AI director.

Compass now shows A, B, C for objectives instead of Shields.

Quest hotkey Q has been moved to prevent accidental activation.

Bosses now have weak points that need to be destroyed in sequence, making them tougher.

Bosses now have weak points that must be destroyed in sequence, making them tougher.

New costumes for factions with a selection screen for unlocking them through Faction Progression.

UI now indicates upgrades from killing secondary objectives and bosses.

Resolved issues that could cause sound effects to go missing.

Players can claim territory for one of four factions: Anglean Republic, Order of Chaladon, Fjord Baronies, and Mercantile Guild.

Updated background based on the player's current faction.

New lighting effects for Voyager’s Cove and Oblivion Approach.

A new map featuring an arid landscape with buried obelisks and valuable resources.

Planes no longer skip outer defenses to target the main base immediately.

Compass now shows A, B, C for objectives instead of Shields.

Players can improve class equipment over battles with a maximum number of Upgrade Points available.

Addressed excessively long lulls in action produced by the AI director.

New costumes for factions with a selection screen for unlocking them through Faction Progression.

Improvements particularly regarding enemy aeroplanes.

A deadly ravine passage ideal for marauders, featuring low traffic and numerous hiding spots.

Catch escape pods for bonuses before they disappear.

Weak points are arranged around enemy structures, making them more vulnerable.

A weapon that releases a corrosive green cloud upon impact, slowing down ships.

The brief version of debug overlay disables the 'prototype' banner.

AI ships don't deal with mines well in clearing them.

Missiles that provide excellent support capabilities with a unique aiming mechanic.

Match end UI was zoomed in too much.

Reduced range to 1500m and added damage falloff starting at 750m.

Resolved issue with match end UI being zoomed in too much.

Outposts now have weak points to target for damage, with active indicators.

Flavor text changed to a bulleted objective list.

Enhanced visuals and behavior for dynamic storms, with varied effects across map climates.

A new ship with modified balloon gas technology, offering durability and firepower.

Players can catch escape pods for bonuses before they disappear.

A mortar that releases a corrosive gas cloud, damaging ships and slowing them down.

The Shrike uses heavily modified balloon gas technology to support heavy armaments on a small frame.

Sky and lighting changes indicate upcoming weather, with varied storm behavior across map climates.

The brief version of debug overlay disables the 'prototype' banner.

Reduced range to 1500m with damage falloff starting at 750m.

Particularly with regards to enemy aeroplanes.

A deadly ravine that serves as an ideal hiding place for marauders.

Sound effect doesn't have 3D positioning.

Missiles that provide excellent support capabilities with a unique aiming mechanic.

Better handling in narrow spaces.

Choose your shortcuts wisely in the new map.

Informed Data Test on February 28th at 12 pm eastern.

Blind Data Test on February 27th at 11 am eastern.

Change Notes will be released on February 27th at 1 pm eastern.

Blind Data Test for balance changes scheduled for February 27th at 11 am eastern.

Change Notes to be released on February 27th at 1 pm eastern following the blind data test.

Introduction of a wide lensed balance update affecting numerous systems rather than targeting single weapons or ships.

Balance testing will affect Mobula, Spire, Squid, Heavy Flak, Harpoon, Pyramidion, ship fall physics, and Hwacha.

Introduction of a wide lensed balance update affecting numerous systems rather than targeting single weapons or ships.

Balance changes will affect Mobula, Spire, Squid, Heavy Flak, Harpoon, Pyramidion, ship fall physics, and Hwacha.

Informed Data Test to take place on February 28th at 12 pm eastern.

Interpreted as damage+repair (triggering drums).

Interpreted as damage+repair triggering drums.

On clouds.

Rather than flickering weirdly.

Novice players can’t change class if in captain seat.

If you get off the gun.

While on customization screen.

Due to performance and quality issues.

Now gets shadows properly but lost some subtle soft edges.

Less messages cut off.

Rather than flickering weirdly.

Less messages cut off.

Includes free decals and new cosmetic items.

Novice put into regular queues after 85 seconds; team balance logic fixed.

While on customization screen.

On clouds.

Improvements for cloud/ground intersections and performance on older GPUs.

Gets shadows properly now, but lost some subtle soft edges.

In character customization inventory UI.

Includes information on overheated guns and gun info.

Novice players can’t change class if they’re in captain seat.

Under unstable networking conditions.

Novice put into regular queues after waiting for 85 seconds.

Under unstable networking conditions.

Due to performance and quality issues.