What changed in Insurgency: Sandstorm in 2022
141 updates · 7 main milestones · Feb 10, 2022 to Dec 23, 2022
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- 1 eventLimited Time Game Mode - Bolt Actions Only Co-opseasonal event
Available now until December 27th, featuring bolt-action weapons for capturing and destroying objectives.
Steam - 1 eventLimited Time Game Mode - Gunslingers TDMseasonal event
Kill the enemy more than they kill you with a big stinkin' revolver and a healthy dose of explosives.
Steam - 1 eventDouble XP Weekend Eventseasonal event
Double XP will be live from Nov 24th @ 8PM UTC until Nov 28th @ 4PM UTC.
Steam - 15 eventsOverhauled Grenade Behaviourgameplay
Improved grenade spawning, rotation, and landing behaviour.
SteamResolved Various Art & Graphics Issuesbug fixFixed issues including missing carry handle on M4A1 with Universal Digital skin.
SteamGeometry Tweaks Across MapsotherVarious geometry adjustments and fixes to improve gameplay flow and eliminate exploits.
SteamParty Colour / Colour Picker Improvementsquality of lifeImproved functionality for party colours and user-friendly colour picker.
SteamNew Free Cosmetics: Gunner and Seasoned Fighternew contentTwo new free cosmetic sets for players: Gunner for Security and Seasoned Fighter for Insurgents.
SteamNew Game Mode: Defusalnew contentMilestoneA high-intensity objective-based PVP mode where teams attack and defend chemical weapon caches.
SteamNew DLC: The Livewire Set Bundledlc releaseMilestoneNew cosmetic items available for purchase, included in the Year 2 pass.
SteamNew Map Layoutsnew contentMilestoneThirteen new layouts introduced as part of Operation: Livewire.
SteamLighting Improvements - Night MapsperformanceImproved lighting on various night maps for better visibility and equipment viability.
SteamSupply Crate Functionality ImprovementsgameplaySupply crates in Push mode now work consistently across all maps.
SteamNew Weapons: M60 and RPKnew contentMilestoneIntroduction of M60 and RPK light machine guns, available in the Firing Range and Survival Crates.
SteamSpawn Protection Tweaksbug fixAdjusted spawn protection to last for 30 seconds or until player actions reduce it to 5 seconds.
SteamFirefight Player Limit Revertedbalance changeFirefight mode reverted to original 12v12 player limit (10v10 on console) based on community feedback.
SteamAudio / VO Fixesbug fixResolved audio issues related to menu sounds and Molotovs extinguished by sprinklers.
Steam - 1 eventLimited Time Game Mode - Budget Antiquingseasonal event
Budget Antiquing is live from now until November 29th, featuring a limited selection of old and inexpensive weapons.
Steam - 1 eventLimited Time Game Mode - Gang Warseasonal event
Gang War Push mode available until November 15th, featuring pistol-wielding attackers and defenders.
Steam - 1 eventDouble XP Weekend Eventseasonal event
Double XP will be live from Oct 28th @ 8pm UTC until Oct 31st @ 4pm UTC.
Steam - 1 eventDouble XP Weekend Eventseasonal event
Double XP will be live from Oct 28th @ 8pm UTC until Oct 31st @ 4pm UTC.
Steam - 3 eventsLimited Time Game Mode - Night Battleseasonal event
Take territory and eliminate the enemy under the moonlight. Don't forget your night equipment.
Steam - 1 eventFrenzy Event Launchseasonal event
Frenzy is live from now until September 27th, featuring fast enemies that attack with melee and Molotovs.
Steam - 1 eventDouble XP Long Weekend Eventseasonal event
Double XP will be active from Sep 2nd @5pm MST until Sep 5th, @5pm MST.
Steam - 1 eventDanger Close Game Modeseasonal event
Limited time game mode available from July 12th to July 19th.
Steam - 1 event
- 9 eventsFixed explosives damaging through walls and ceilingsbug fixSteamFixed torso gap with default Insurgent head and Brute torsobug fixSteamFixed missing muzzle flash when firing a weaponbug fixSteamFixed player limit issue in versus and co-op playbug fixSteamFixed visible Brute hands while aiming through scopesbug fixSteamFixed Captive free gear set locked behind currency transactionbug fixSteamFixed missing crosshairs for various opticsbug fixSteamFixed black texture on 2x-1x Holo sights in local playbug fixSteamFixed disappearing player model with Brute face equippedbug fixSteam
- 56 eventsAmbush VIP Appearance Fixbug fix
Fixed an issue where the previous VIP would retain their VIP appearance into the next round.
SteamAmbush Round Loss Screen Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the round loss screen was displayed after a round is won by Security.
SteamRemoved 'Other' Map Voting ButtongameplayRemoved the 'other' button which allowed players to cycle through a new set of maps to vote on.
SteamFrontline Community Server Crash Fixbug fixFixed an issue where community servers would crash upon capturing the second objective in Frontline.
SteamAI Night Map Behavior FixaiFixed an issue where AI would not react to or attack players on night maps in Local Play.
SteamFarmhouse Map Lighting and Collision FixesvisualsFixed various lighting issues and collision issues that could cause players to get stuck.
SteamOutpost Match Leaving Crash Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the game would crash upon leaving a match of Outpost.
SteamHillside Map Accessibility FixesvisualsBlocked off an area that should be inaccessible and fixed bot spawning issues.
SteamMod Unsubscribe Crash Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the game would crash when unsubscribing from a mod.
SteamCrossing Map Lighting and Collision FixesvisualsFixed improper lighting on props and shadows improperly rendered on a dresser.
SteamAI Weapon Switching FixaiFixed an issue where the AI could get stuck switching between their primary weapon and grenade.
SteamAI Survival Behavior FixaiFixed an issue where AI would observe players but not attack them in Survival.
SteamSpawn Protection ModificationsgameplayPlayers receive invulnerability after respawning to prevent spawn-camping.
SteamAI Explosive Planting FixaiFixed an issue where allied AI would not plant explosives in ammunition depots.
SteamBab Map Visual FixesvisualsFixed visual issues where seams could be seen on walls and certain dishes weren’t destructible.
SteamCitadel Map Lighting and Layout FixesvisualsFixed various lighting issues and added a new Frontline layout.
SteamNew Map: Prisonnew contentMilestoneA new close-quarters combat map where players can break out of or secure Mabarak Prison.
SteamAmbush Hands Disappearance Fixbug fixFixed an issue where hands would disappear in first-person after changing team after previously being VIP.
SteamAI Round End Screen Behavior FixaiFixed an issue where AI could be seen jumping in the round end screen.
SteamAmbush VIP Model Visibility Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the VIP’s model would be invisible during some rounds.
SteamGap Map Texture and Collision FixesvisualsFixed texture rendering issues and collision issues on objective G.
SteamAudio Quality FixesaudioFixed various audio quality issues related to explosions, voice overs, and soundscapes.
SteamRandom Map Selection ButtongameplayThe 'random' button will randomly select one of the six available map options.
SteamOutskirts Map Lighting and Texture FixesvisualsFixed various lighting issues and texture seams.
SteamNew Free Cosmetics: Captive and Detainernew contentNew cosmetic sets available for free with the update, themed around the Prison map.
SteamNew DLC: The Glasshouse Set Bundledlc releaseNew cosmetic DLC available for purchase, included in the Year 2 pass.
SteamFrontline Match Loading Crash Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the game would crash upon loading into a Frontline match.
SteamCrash and Optimization FixesperformanceFixed multiple crashes and performance issues related to loading and gameplay.
SteamFriend and Party Member Color Settingsui uxAdded new settings to differentiate friends and party members with distinct colors.
SteamOutpost Bot Performance Fixbug fixFixed an issue where performance was impacted by bots spawning.
SteamMap Voting Options ReductiongameplayMap voting options have been reduced from 18 maps to 6 maps.
SteamFrontline Map Voting Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the player would get kicked to the main menu after map voting while loading into a Frontline scenario.
SteamAmbush Spectator Mode Fixbug fixFixed an issue where players could not observe more than one teammate in spectator mode after dying.
SteamPrecinct Map Visibility and Texture FixesvisualsFixed visibility issues and texture loading problems.
SteamOff-Screen Objective Notificationui uxAdded a pulsing white alert notification when an off-screen objective is being lost.
SteamNew Weapons: KSG and KS-23new contentMilestoneTwo new shotguns added to the game, with unique upgrades and iron sights.
SteamTideway Map New Survival LayoutvisualsAdded a new Survival layout and fixed various texture issues.
SteamGraphics and Art FixesvisualsFixed various graphics issues including clipping, texture problems, and rendering issues.
SteamFrontline Respawn Timer Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the respawn timer would repeat when dying after capturing an objective at 0 waves.
SteamAmbush Game Stutter Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the game would stutter after the VIP spawns in Ambush.
SteamSurvival Crate Weapon Attachment Fixbug fixFixed an issue where Survival crates could give players weapons with incompatible attachments.
SteamRange Map Loading Crash FixvisualsFixed an issue where the game would crash when loading into the Range.
SteamAI Movement Behavior FixaiFixed an issue where AI would sporadically lie down and get up when moving.
Steam - 2 eventsFixed EAC kick issue for unlinked accountsbug fix
Fixed an issue where EAC could kick players from the game if they did not link their Steam and Epic accounts.
SteamFixed account linking pop-up issuebug fixResolved an issue where a website would continuously pop-up to request the player to link their Steam and Epic accounts.
Steam - 38 eventsFixed disappearing weapons after vaultingbug fixSteamModders can skip packaging phase when uploading modsmoddingSteamFixed obstruction of sight picture by fingers when ADSing with certain glovesbug fixSteamFixed mod.io token saving issuemoddingSteamFixed multiple localization issuesbug fixSteamFixed smoke exploit allowing visibility through smokebug fixSteamFixed AI staring at player when out of ammoaiSteamFixed AI getting lost and stuck on MinistryaiSteamPackaging a mod now cleans output directory by defaultmoddingSteamFixed red dot issue on M16A2 opticbug fixSteamFixed incorrect VIP model spawn issuebug fixSteamFixed clairvoyant AI seeing players through wallsaiSteamController dead zone can now be set to 0.0quality of lifeSteamIncreased available supply points in Domination from 10 to 20balance changeSteamFixed controller settings change issuebug fixSteamFixed AI sent to field without side arms or knivesaiSteamFixed AI swapping weapons mid-firefightaiSteamFixed missing images for Warlord and Peacemaker in storebug fixSteamModData asset paths scanned after asset discoverymoddingSteamFixed notification closure issue for unlocking free cosmeticsbug fixSteamFixed in-game store access issue for players with all gear setsbug fixSteamFixed display of ban notification on dedicated serversbug fixSteamModData assets can now be renamed for better organizationmoddingSteamAdded 'rescan mod paths' option to ModData assetmoddingSteamFixed score display initialization issue in Team Deathmatch and Dominationbug fixSteamFixed crash on Ministry when shooting AI at specific locationbug fixSteamFixed clipping issues with Insurgent hairstylesbug fixSteamFixed reduced accuracy of AI indoorsaiSteamFixed erratic ragdoll movement after being shotbug fixSteamReduced supply points of Civilian Amber and Green NVGs to 0gameplaySteamFixed incorrect naming of 'Sport Shirt Top'bug fixSteamFixed default 'Hide Owned' setting in in-game storebug fixSteamFixed mute buttons functionalitybug fixSteamFixed incorrect textures on Makarovbug fixSteamFixed crash during Basic Trainingbug fixSteamFixed incorrect ammo granted by Secondary Ammo Carrier for MR 73bug fixSteamFixed unreachable 'Chamber' slot on M24 and Mosin-Nagantbug fixSteamKnown issue: unsubscribing from a mod may cause client crashbug fixSteam