What changed in Insurgency: Sandstorm in 2025

38 updates · 2 main milestones · Apr 22, 2025 to Dec 2, 2025

  1. 1 event
    Limited Time Game Modes: Hardcore Lite & Gang Warseasonal event

    Starting December 2, the following LTGMs will be live until December 16: Hardcore Lite & Gang War.

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  2. 1 event
    Triple XP Weekend Eventseasonal event

    Earn triple XP from November 28 to December 1, 2025.

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  3. 17 events
    Incorrect Gear Set Name in Store Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the 'Climber' gear set was incorrectly named 'Vandal' in the store tab.

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    Extra Scenario Selection Buttons Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where extra scenario selection buttons were present in the local play menu.

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    Motion Blur Toggle Issue Resolvedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where toggling motion blur did not correctly apply the effect.

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    S12K Drum Magazine Reload Animation Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the S12K drum magazine reload animation was not synchronized with the HUD.

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    New Players Joining Frontline Mode Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where new players could not join Frontline mode when all Rifleman slots were filled.

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    PROS Linking Rewards Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where players were not receiving rewards for linking PROS.

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    End-of-Match Vote Screen Missing Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the end-of-match vote screen was missing in Versus modes.

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    Ambush and Skirmish Modes Moved to Time-Limited Playlistbalance change

    Ambush and Skirmish are now part of a time-limited playlist due to low popularity.

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    Delayed DLC Unlock Pop-Ups Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where DLC unlock pop-ups appeared with a delay after activation.

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    Updated Anti-Cheat Splash Screenother
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    Dedicated Server Crashes Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue causing dedicated server crashes.

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    Crash on Loading Replays Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where a crash occurred when loading replays on Gap.

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    Loadouts Weapon Upgrades Saving Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where weapon upgrades were not being saved in Loadouts if a Class preset was created.

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    Customization Color Variations Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where some color variations could not be applied to customization items.

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    Fire Support Confirmation Delay Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the Security commander received instant confirmation for fire support without the intended delay.

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    Hardcore Checkpoint Bot Behavior Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where bots in Hardcore Checkpoint game mode differed from previous versions.

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    Camouflage Application Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where uniform camouflage was incorrectly applied to the knee pads on combat pants.

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  4. 1 event
    Limited Time Game Modes: Chad Team 6 & Team Deathmatchseasonal event

    Chad Team 6 and Team Deathmatch will be available from October 7 to October 21.

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  5. 2 events
    Triple XP Weekend Eventseasonal event

    Earn triple XP from October 3 to October 6, 2025.

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    Triple XP Weekend Eventseasonal event

    Earn triple XP when you play Insurgency: Sandstorm from October 3 to October 6, 2025.

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  6. 1 event
    Limited Time Game Modes: Guerillas & Free For Allseasonal event

    The following LTGMs will be live until October 7: Guerillas & Free For All.

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  7. 1 event
    Limited Time Game Modes: Checkpoint Frenzy & Gunslinger TDMseasonal event

    Available from August 12 to August 26.

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  8. 14 events
    New Premium DLC: Bloodwood Weapon Skin Setdlc release

    Weapon skin set for Insurgent faction.

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    New Map: Forestnew contentMilestone

    Set in an abandoned airbase overtaken by nature, featuring various gameplay modes.

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    Fixed Various Art & Graphics Issuesbug fix

    Multiple visual issues across maps and character models resolved.

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    New Premium DLC: Phantom Gear Setdlc release

    Includes five cosmetic gear pieces for Insurgents.

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    New Premium DLC: Green Recon Weapon Skin Setdlc release

    Weapon skin set for Security faction.

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    New PvP LTGM: First Bloodnew content

    A limited-time mode focusing on LMGs and sidearms.

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    Fixed UI/UX Issuesbug fix

    Multiple UI and UX bugs resolved, improving overall experience.

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    New Premium DLC: Forest Warden Gear Setdlc release

    Includes seven cosmetic gear pieces for Security.

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    Fixed Audio Issuesbug fix

    Resolved issues with audio not playing during match search.

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    New Weapons: M250 & H21new contentMilestone

    Introducing the M250 for Security and the H21 for Insurgents.

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    Fixed Mod Editor Issuesbug fix

    Resolved several bugs affecting the Mod Editor functionality.

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    Defusal Mode Rotationbalance change

    Defusal mode rotated into LTGM to make space for Skirmish.

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    Free For All Mode Rotationbalance change

    Free For All moved to LTGM category.

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    Fixed Gameplay Issuesbug fix

    Various gameplay-related bugs fixed, including crossplay issues.

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