What changed in Insurgency: Sandstorm in 2021

Fixed an issue where players were able to select a locked class even when the level requirement was not satisfied.

Fixed an exploit location near Objective A on Ambush.

Fixed an issue where the Peacemaker cosmetic was not applying on the left arm of the player in 1P view.

Fixed an issue where the weapon model preview disappeared in the Loadout screen when the weapon selection was double clicked.

Fixed an issue where the ejected magazine from a Vector equipped with the Two-Tone Green weapon skin was appearing comically large.

Fixed an issue where Bomber Drones’ projectiles were exploding in the sky before they reached the ground.

Fixed an issue where the L85A2 equipped with the True Grit limited the magazine count to 1 and could not be resupplied at supply crates.

Reduced instances of AI not moving after spawning into a level.

Fixed an issue where the M4A1 equipped with the Peacemaker would cause the magazine to float in the air after a Speed Reload.

Fixed an invisible collision near Objective B on Checkpoint Security.

Fixed an issue where a texture would glitch and could be seen stretched across a road.

Updated the Peacemaker Top (torso) material.

Fixed a visual issue with the shadows, specifically the ones that appear on water.

Fixed an issue where the AI was getting stuck near the spawn point and Objective A on Checkpoint Security.

Fixed an issue where friendly team players would be rewarded 100 points for assassinating their own VIP in Ambush.

Fixed an issue on Push Security where the Insurgents were able to fire explosive launcher rounds into the Security spawn at round start.

Tweaked the commander call-ins to make the feature more intuitive for new players, added a directional indicator for autocannon strafe and Apache fire support.

Fixed an issue where the character preview in the Loadout screen was not updating and holding the selected weapon.

Fixed multiple issues allowing players to reach exploitable areas on rooftops and unintended heights.

Fixed an issue where the cosmetic items in the Peacemaker and Warlord gear sets could not be selected in the Customization Menu.

Fixed an issue where the Rocket Barrage sound effects had low audio quality.

Fixed an invisible collision issue that allowed players to stand on top of it unintentionally.

Fixed an invisible collision issue that allowed players to stand on top of it unintentionally.

Removed the NVG Point Shooting item from the Training slot as it serves the same functionality as the Point Shooting Grip in the Underbarrel slot.

Fixed an issue that blocked players on Windows 7 from properly launching the game client.

Fixed an issue where equipping the Half Wrap Plain, Half Wrap Black, or Half Wrap White would cause the Insurgent’s hairstyle to disappear.

Fixed an issue where the Bomber Drones explosion sound effects had low audio quality.

Fixed an issue where players could get stuck on top of an outhouse.

Fixed a visual issue where the Sport Shirt Top would appear very dark in-game.

Reduced occurrences of two or more VIPs spawning at the same time in Ambush.

Fixed an issue where ammo boxes were missing from Hardcore Checkpoint.

Fixed an issue where players were able to get stuck on a stone half-wall.

Fixed an issue where a ledge was blocking players from traversing a staircase.

The 'Warlord Bundle' is now properly named 'Praetorian Bundle' in the Bundle section of the in-game store.

Fixed an issue where a ledge was blocking players from traversing a staircase.

Fixed multiple issues allowing players to reach exploitable areas on rooftops and unintended heights.

Rebuilt some asset systems, navigation, tactical grid, and lighting to help with optimisation.

Resolved an EAC launching issue caused by non-ASCII characters in the user's Windows username.

Resolved an issue where the Operation: Warlord DLC preview was missing from the in-game store.

Resolved an issue where the Warlord DLC could not be unlocked or purchased.

Resolved an issue where the Peacemaker DLC could not be unlocked or purchased.

A new store for players to find all available DLC and discounts.

An attachment that improves hip-firing at close range with a laser-sight.

Multiple enhancements to UI elements and controller layouts.

Two new hairstyles added for the Insurgents faction.

New voiceover triggers and syncing for various in-game events.

A single-elimination scenario where players escort a VIP or hunt them down.

Cosmetic sets unlocked after a successful extraction in Ambush mode.

Various gameplay adjustments including flashlight brightness and molotov cocktail effects.

Two new SMGs for Insurgents and Security, exclusive to the Advisor Class.

Increased enemy AI difficulty by decreasing reaction time and increasing accuracy.

A close-quarters battleground featuring a luxurious hotel and neighboring slums.

Revamped look and usability of the loadout system with improved audio feedback.

Updates to the Mod Editor and new Ambush Mode Setup guide.

New DLC cosmetics available for purchase, included in the Year 2 pass.

Fixes and adjustments to various maps to improve gameplay.

Enhanced enemy AI behavior and coordination.

Welrods Only is back for the next two weeks! This playlist will be available until Tuesday, November 16th.

All playlists will offer Double XP from now until Monday at 6am UTC.

Limited Time Game Mode featuring unique gameplay mechanics available until November 1st.

Insurgency: Sandstorm and its editions are on sale with various discounts.

Voting for the Community Cosmetic Contest is ongoing until September 20th.

Feedback from the Open CTE will be used to improve the upcoming update.

A minor update related to Operation: Exodus is in the works, with details to be announced soon.

The Closed Beta test on console is concluding, with the game set to launch at the end of the month.

A new game mode will be introduced during the open CTE testing.

A new map will be available for Co-op modes during the open CTE testing.

Revamped look and usability of the loadout system with improved audio feedback.

A close-quarters battle ground featuring a luxurious hotel and poor slums, designed for the new game mode Ambush.

Increased enemy difficulty and coordination, with better use of cover and reaction times.

Fixed various issues including weapon selection problems and visual bugs.

A new grip that enhances precision in close quarter combat, available in co-op modes.

Two new SMGs for the Advisor class, offering unique upgrades and combat approaches.

A single-elimination scenario where players escort a VIP or hunt them down.

Various enhancements including new voiceover lines and adjustments to molotov cocktails.

A new map will be available for Versus modes during the open CTE testing.

Improvements to teammate indicators, loadout screens, and audio/visual feedback.

Increased enemy AI difficulty by decreasing reaction speed and increasing accuracy.

Addressing an issue where players hear voice comms from channels they shouldn't have access to.

Offering TRIPLE XP from Saturday at 11:00am MST until Monday at 11:00am MST.

The first console beta for Insurgency: Sandstorm has been announced, with multiple betas planned.

The first-ever Community Cosmetic Contest has been announced, aimed at concept artists and game asset creators.

Fixed an issue where the Deploy button was missing in the Loadout Menu

Fixed an issue where text in the In-Game Menu was not localized

The modding editor now includes Bab, Buhriz (Tideway), Citadel, Killhouse, Mountain (Summit), OilField (Refinery) and Tell

Fixed an issue where there was a chance of players entering desync state when resupplying with a Gas Mask while holding a non-primary weapon

Fixed an issue where the Bad Day and Upriser Tops did not always unlock properly

Fixed multiple AI spawning issues on Powerplant, Hideout, Summit and Outskirts

Fixed an issue where the Insurgent Explosives Drones did not explode when they reach their desired coordinates

Fixed multiple exploits on Bab, Citadel, Crossing, Farmhouse, Hideout, Hillside, Outskirts, Powerplant, Precinct, Refinery, Summit, Tell and Tideway

Fixed an issue where the RT would not trigger the Character Voice preview in the Customize Screen when using the gamepad

Fixed an issue where the objective icons were missing on the Tactical Map and HUD when starting or during a Survival match

Reduced occurrences of presets and loadouts getting wiped after a map change or game restart

Fixed an issue where players may become invisible while leaning and using binoculars

Fixed an issue where the Resume Game button would not work in the In-Game Menu that occurred when the player did not select a class for the first time at the start of a match

Fixed an issue where friendly AI would run away from Objective D after capturing Objective C on Outskirts

Announcement of the first ever Community Cosmetic Contest for Insurgency: Sandstorm with prizes for various categories.

Tweaks and testing changes to AI difficulty based on player feedback from the Spring 2021 Player Survey.

Continued addition of new weapons with each major update based on player requests.

Survival mode has been added to the game as per player requests.

Announcement of a contest for players to submit cosmetic designs for potential inclusion in the game.

Keybind was showing as UNBOUND in the Tutorials > Weapons section.

Resolved issue with the front lens missing on multiple scopes.

Siderail would not show when equipping the Laser Sight upgrade.

Resolved issues affecting AI spawning on Outskirts, Hideout, Precinct, and Summit.

Resolved alignment issues on certain male heads like Soran and Rob.

Scrolling was not possible in the Credits screen.

Pressing ‘B’ would incorrectly close the Settings Menu instead of exiting edit mode.

Players were unable to interact with the Scoreboard screen.

Ammo boxes were only giving one bullet for the MR 73.

Resolved multiple issues affecting item unlocking and scrolling with gamepad.

Both actions were incorrectly assigned to R3.

Bayonet remained visible when the bipod was deployed and had missing textures.

Resolved issue where the scope appeared black instead of tan on the MK 17 Mod 0.

Default muzzle device remained visible after equipping barrel attachments.

Refresh button would not refresh the list of community servers.

Resolved issues with restoring presets and settings for players who lost data.

Flat top remained visible when equipping various sights on the M4A1.

Lighting issues in Hideout, Hillside, Farmhouse, and Ministry night scenarios.

Resolved visual size issues of attachments on the AK-74.

Addressing the issue with the Bad Day and Upriser Tops not unlocking properly.

Resolved issues related to AI spawning that were reported by players.

Added UI fixes that specifically impacted gamepad users.

Working on fixing the issue where objective indicators may not appear at the beginning or during a match.

Offering TRIPLE XP from now until Monday at 11:00am MST.

Fixed bugs causing player disconnections.

A new environmental mashup for close and long range combat.

Introduced a new map, new game mode, new pistols with optics, and new cosmetics.

A randomized experience with endless enemies.

Addressed issues with field of vision being locked and sensitivity limited to a single decimal point.

AI has lost some robotic edge and improvements to spatial awareness system.

Fixed an issue where the gunship was killing friendly teammates during the survival extraction.

Fixed a number of exploit locations where players were able to access unintended areas on Citadel.

Fixed an issue on Precinct Firefight East where players would see the Restricted Area warning message that occurred when players left and returned to the Insurgent Spawn.

Fixed an issue where the scope sensitivity sliders in the Settings Menu were rounding to one decimal place.

Fixed an issue when playing on the new ‘Pistols in Arms’ limited-time playlist and selecting a Secondary Ammo Carrier would cause players to disconnect from the game.

Fixed a server disconnect issue that occurred when the player was shooting their weapon during the helicopter extraction sequence right before the Victory screen.

Lighting was fully rebuilt on all the maps to fix visual issues such as seams and gaps appearing in the environment.

Fixed an issue on Outskirts Survival where the helicopter would fly back into view during the Victory screen.

Fixed an issue where the 1x Red Dot was misaligned on the MR73 when using the Cheapo Suppressor (pistol optics cannot be equipped with the Cheapo Suppressor on the MR 73).

Fixed an issue where there was an invisible wall blocking some of the trench tunnels on Citadel.

Fixed an issue where the hand position was too high and obscured the sight picture when using the SVD equipped with the Aiming Grip and 7x Sniper Scope while ADSing.

Fixed an issue where the Region Preferences button was missing from the Play screen.

Fixed the hammer animations on the MR 73 when equipped with the Suppressed Sniper Barrel.

Fixed an issue where the 'Last Man Standing' music would start playing instead of the 'Get to the Extraction' music when the extraction objective became active.

A cinematic helicopter extraction sequence added to enhance the final objective experience.

AI can now dynamically spawn anywhere on the map based on player location and objectives.

A new map designed for the game, offering a CQB experience with opportunities for longer-range combat.

Tweaks made to bot spawning and pressure to balance gameplay in Survival Mode.

The latest update includes new guns, cosmetics, a new map, and a new game mode.

A new game mode where players face waves of enemies while capturing objectives.

Enhanced AI spawning to prevent them from appearing in line-of-sight of players.

Resolved an issue where the key art was showing up during the game launch sequence.

Modified the Main Menu and Customization Menu to have the character model face the camera more directly.

Resolved an issue where the Bear Claw weapon skin was not being applied to the Suppressor on the Sterling.

Resolved an issue where the True Grit weapon skin was not being applied on the Cheapo Suppressor, Suppressed Sniper Barrel, and Sniper Barrel.

Resolved an issue where the AS VAL had an unintended muzzle flash.

Localizations added for Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Hungarian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Italian, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish.

Resolved an issue where players were getting partially blocked while climbing a ramp at the church on Citadel.

Resolved an issue where a terrain seam could be seen on Citadel.

Resolved an issue where a flashlight was not available to be equipped with the Desert Eagle.

Resolved an issue with the Pistol in Arms mutator affecting community servers and certain co-op playlists in US East, US West, and Europe.

Decreased occurrences of AI spawning inside walls in Precinct Objective F on Survival mode.

Resolved an issue where the Field of View setting was not applying correctly in the Settings Menu.

Resolved crashes when toggling NVGs without a weapon and during loading screens in Survival or modded game modes.

Resolved an issue where an unintended weapon skin could be equipped on the AS VAL.

Resolved issues with the Compass HUD element and Scoreboard UI in Co-op mode.

Resolved an issue where the Replays button was improperly located on the Main Menu instead of inside the Stats Menu.

Improved lighting around the character in the Customization Menu.

Blocked off an unused path by closing a door in Domination mode on Citadel.

Two new secondary weapons available for all classes, with customization options.

New weapons added and existing weapons updated for proper placement.

New maps added to Outpost mode with improved layouts.

The Mod Editor has been updated with new content from the 1.10 patch.

New cosmetic items available for purchase to support ongoing development.

A co-op mode where players must survive waves of enemies while scavenging for weapons.

Adjustments made to AI shooting accuracy and target focus behavior.

New cosmetic sets available by winning the first round of Survival Mode.

Six new mutators added to enhance gameplay variety.

Changes made to wave counts and round timers to improve player experience.

Various gameplay tweaks including enemy proximity voice indicators and NVG behavior.

An expansive map designed for the new Survival game mode, featuring various combat environments.

Pistol optics added for improved accuracy on secondary weapons.

Enhancements to teammate indicators, settings menu, and inventory UI.

Multiple fixes across various maps to address unintended access and visual issues.

Fixed an issue where players were not given the Sasquatch DLC after purchase and it still showed as if it was still available to purchase

Fixed an issue where if a teammate died while using proximity chat they could be heard in the 'world proximity channel' until they respawn

A new game mode called Survival has been introduced.

Quality of life improvements have been made to the server browser.

New sidearms and pistol optics have been added to the game.

A hotfix was pushed to resolve issues with the HD Texture Pack.

An HD Texture Pack has been released to enhance visual quality.

A new map named Citadel has been introduced.

From now until Monday at 11am MST all playlists will offer Double XP!

Fixed a spawning issue at Objective D on Tell Push Security

Fixed an issue where the Message of the Day set up by community servers persisted in local play sessions

Fixed an issue where textures from the base game were conflicting with textures from the HD Texture Pack, causing them to display at the lowest available resolution

Fixed an issue where muting players via the scoreboard was not working properly

Multiple animation and visual issues related to weapons and character models have been fixed.

Columns in the server browser now sort properly in ascending or descending order.

New players can now see a legend explaining icons in the server browser.

Optional texture package includes upgrades for all character and weapon textures, plus additional props.

Numerous exploitable areas across various maps have been fixed.

Adjusted character material colors to enhance visibility.

Players can now set keybinds for voice commands.

Players can now select different badges to display on the scoreboard.

Bespoke muzzle flashes from pre-1.6 have been restored.

Favorited servers now show up correctly under the favorites tab.

Players who are vote-kicked can no longer rejoin the same server via matchmaking.

Reduced blinding effects and balanced brightness of flashlights across all weapons.

Resolved issues with smoke overlay visibility and flickering effects.

Fixed a crash that occurred upon returning to the Main Menu or launching the game.

mod.io tokens now automatically renew after expiration.

Players can now test two new weapons, the MR 73 revolver and the Desert Eagle, in the Community Test Environment.

A new map called Citadel is now available for testing in the Community Test Environment.

New weapon upgrades for pistols, specifically optics, are now available for testing.

A new game mode called Survival is now available for players to test.

Introducing a new map for players to explore in the Community Test Environment.

New upgrades available for pistols, enhancing gameplay options.

Two new weapons added for players to use in the Community Test Environment.

A new gameplay mode introduced for players to experience.

Adjusted character material brightness and NVG behavior.

Added Outpost Mode to Citadel, Summit, Precinct, and Refinery.

Updated ammo carrier icons and improved visibility of teammate indicators.

Removed checkbox for 'Allow Derived Game Modes', now enabled by default.

Introduced six new mutators for varied gameplay experiences.

Added precision and accuracy to secondary weapons with new optics.

Decreased starting wave count and round timer for Frontline matches.

Two new secondary weapons available for Security and Insurgents.

Fixed multiple bugs including vaulting issues and UI problems.

Improved spatial awareness for Enemy AI in Survival mode.

Added various new weapons to the Firing Range for practice.

Battle through a museum-turned-warzone with various combat styles.

Co-op mode where players hunt for a safe extraction zone against waves of enemies.

Players can join devs on April 22, 23, and 26 for new map playtesting.

Open CTE event from April 22 to April 26, allowing players to preview upcoming content.

Next major update, Operation: Exodus, launching on May 18, 2021.

Strong visual identity but gameplay issues due to realism affecting fun.

Brightness of characters adjusted to improve visibility and team identification.

Enhancements and fixes made to the server browser.

First person muzzle flashes reverted to pre-1.6 appearance.

Announcement of the winners of the Insurgency: Sandstorm Mapping Contest with detailed feedback on each winning map.

Bringing back HD textures for characters, equipment, cosmetics, and weapons as an optional download.

Winning map features intense firefights and a challenging navigation experience.

Players can now bind voice commands, moving away from the radial wheel.

Added rules to prevent players from rejoining the same server after being vote-kicked.

Stunning visuals and adventurous gameplay, though challenging for Firefight mode.

Fun map with great atmosphere, but limited gameplay variation in Checkpoint mode.

Brightness of flashlights adjusted for better visibility on night maps.

Well-constructed map with fun gameplay, but issues with Push mode balance.

Players can earn triple experience points from now until Monday at 11:00am MST.

A velocity issue with the QBZ-97's grenade launcher has been addressed.

A new Trello board has been created for better communication regarding known issues and patch notes.

Top 10 finalists from the 2020 Mapping Contest have been revealed, with winners to be announced around March 22nd.

Updated visual guidelines to better align with community feedback and aesthetic expectations.

Finalists are required to keep their submissions unchanged until the expert voting period concludes.

Ten finalists announced for the mapping contest, with over 30 submissions received.

Entrants who did not make the shortlist can modify their submissions based on player feedback.

Players who purchased the Urban Digital DLC after the release of 1.9.1 can now use the weapon skin.

Resolved a crash issue that occurred on controllers when toggling an Accessory or toggleable optic without a Primary or Secondary weapon equipped.

The Contender achievement has been removed as it is no longer obtainable.

Resolved an issue where the floor was missing in the Insurgent Loadout menu when playing Power Plant.

Introduced the QBZ-97 for Insurgents and QTS-11 for Security to expand weapon options.

Released three hotfixes to address various high-priority issues, including cosmetic unlocks.

Implemented a new in-game stats system with updated end-of-round screens to improve reliability.

Fixed a crash that sometimes occurred when loading a map or the Main Menu.

Community server names that include hate speech will no longer appear on the server browser.

All playlists will offer Double XP from now until Monday at 11am MST.

Multiple bug fixes addressed in the latest update.

Multiple gameplay improvements introduced in the latest update.

Various user interface improvements included in the update.

Two new weapons added: QBZ-97 and QTS-11.

AS Val’s Horizontal Recoil reduced to 10

Improper weapon skin was appearing on the AKM when equipping both the Red Dark weapon skin and the Extended Magazine or Drum Magazine upgrade

QBZ-97 Explosive Launcher was shooting projectiles at an extreme speed without being affected by gravity

XP enabled icon wasn’t showing in the Community Server Browser

QBZ-97 and QTS-11 were not available in certain game modes for some players if mods were installed

Match draw was not being triggered in Push mode when the score was 1-1

Classes that were previously unlocked were showing as locked

Reticle on the 3x YMA-95-1 Scope for the QBZ-97 was unlit

AS Val’s Vertical Recoil reduced to 23

Enhanced result screen at the end of rounds and matches.

Players could become stuck when attempting to vault at a specific location.

Competitive official ranked matchmaking has been removed due to low player participation.

New medium caliber assault rifles available for specific classes.

Streamlined stats collection with new end of round screens and backend logic improvements.

Clarified respawn conditions after securing objectives.

Improved presentation of the 1.9 update in the Main Menu.

Resolved crash when connecting to official matchmaking related to local IP addresses.

Effects of destroyed vehicles were not appearing.

Removed unexpected shadows appearing and disappearing.

Minor release 1.9.1 announced to celebrate Lunar New Year, set for February 2nd.

New cosmetic and weapon skin DLC for each faction announced, though cosmetics were later canceled.

Two new weapons added: QBZ-97 for Insurgent classes and QTS-11 for Security classes.

Competitive playlist removed due to low population and feedback regarding player experience.

Public voting for the Insurgency: Sandstorm mapping contest is now open, allowing players to vote on custom levels.

Guidelines for voting and measures to ensure the integrity of the contest have been outlined.

Entrants can make one update to their submitted file version until the new voting deadline.

The public voting period has been extended until February 10th, 2021, due to potential suspicious voting activity.

Fixed an issue where it was possible to use certain console commands to enter third person perspective.

Addressed an issue where mod’s asset registries were not being loaded correctly.