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What changed in Loadout in 2014

73 updates · 13 main milestones · Jan 10, 2014 to Jun 6, 2014

  1. 6 events
    New Character Parts Addednew content

    New customization options for characters introduced in this update.

    Steam
    Multiple Bug Fixesbug fix

    Various bug fixes implemented in this update.

    Steam
    New Map: Comm Towernew contentMilestone

    A vertical map designed for close-quarters action and sniping opportunities.

    Steam
    Map Rebalancingbalance change

    Adjustments made to balance the gameplay on existing maps.

    Steam
    Introduction of Private Matchesnew contentMilestone

    Players can now engage in private matches with 2 to 8 players, including bots.

    Steam
    Matchmaking Algorithm Updatesbalance change

    Improvements made to the matchmaking algorithm for better player matching.

    Steam
  2. 4 events
    Casual Playlist Voting System Updategameplay

    Voting now includes a list of game modes only; map selection is determined by the selected game mode.

    Steam
    Changes to Ranked Lobby Experiencegameplay

    Players cannot see opponents from the other team while in a lobby, and map voting has been disabled.

    Steam
    Ranked Level Gate Requirementgameplay

    Players must reach level 10 before entering the Ranked playlist.

    Steam
    Introduction of Ranked Mode (Beta)new contentMilestone

    Players can now receive a divisional ranking based on performance in Ranked matches.

    Steam
  3. 6 events
    New Map Releasednew content

    A new map has been added to the game.

    Steam
    Personal Shield Changesbalance changeMilestone

    The Personal Shield is now a consumable item requiring ammo refill boxes.

    Steam
    New Game Mode Introducednew content

    A new game mode has been introduced in the update.

    Steam
    Steam Achievements Addednew content

    Players can now earn Steam Achievements.

    Steam
    New Weapon and Equipment Partsnew content

    New parts for weapons and equipment have been added.

    Steam
    Weapon Balance Tweaksbalance changeMilestone

    A wide range of balance tweaks have been made to all weapon chassis.

    Steam
  4. 1 event
    Introduction of Domination Game Modenew content

    A new game mode called Domination will be available in Update 2.0.

    Steam
  5. 2 events
    Matchmaking Skill Range Adjustmentnetwork

    Updated the matchmaker to narrow the skill range of players searching for games and group similar skill levels for longer.

    Steam
    Increased Waiting Times for Matchmakingnetwork

    Players may experience longer waiting times, especially those at the very high end of the matchmaking spectrum.

    Steam
  6. 7 events
    Helga's Mardi Gras Pastiesnew content

    New Mardi Gras Pasties are now available for Helga in the Outfitter.

    Steam
    T-Bone's Steak Availablenew content

    T-Bone's Steak is now available for all players to use in the Outfitter.

    Steam
    Mardi Gras T-Shirt for Axlnew content

    A new Mardi Gras T-Shirt is now available for Axl.

    Steam
    Helga's Full Body Paint Outfitnew content

    Helga now has a full-body paint outfit available in the Outfitter.

    Steam
    Mardi Gras T-Shirt for T-Bonenew content

    A new Mardi Gras T-Shirt is now available for T-Bone.

    Steam
    New Cosmetic Items for Mardi Grasnew content

    Added new cosmetic items for Helga, Axl, and T-Bone to celebrate Mardi Gras.

    Steam
    Mardi Gras Beads for Charactersnew content

    Mardi Gras Beads are now available for Helga, T-Bone, and Axl.

    Steam
  7. 5 events
    Party Crasher 2 T-Shirt for Axlnew content

    New Party Crasher T-Shirt for Axl available to all players.

    Steam
    Fixed Daily Prize Box Bugbug fix

    Resolved bug affecting the Daily Prize Box functionality.

    Steam
    Removed Incorrect Tool Tip 8bug fix

    Tool Tip 8 that showed incorrect information has been removed.

    Steam
    Thrashed Skin for Axlnew content

    New full body skin for Axl available to all players.

    Steam
    Fixed Blank Name Bug in Partybug fix

    Resolved issue causing a blank name to appear when a player joined a party.

    Steam
  8. 5 events
    Matchmaking lobbies now require 8 players for Vs. Humans playlistchanges

    Change made to improve team balance based on player feedback.

    Steam
    Fixed stability issues related to Annihilationbug fix
    Steam
    Minimum players for Casual Vs. Humans playlist set to 4gameplay
    Steam
    Re-enabled Annihilation in Competitive Playlistgameplay
    Steam
    Fixed server side bugs causing asserts and crashesbug fixMilestone
    Steam
  9. 1 event
    Minor Network Fixesnetwork

    Addresses minor network issues in preparation for the weekend.

    Steam
  10. 7 events
    Temporarily Removed Annihilation from Playlist Selectiongameplay
    Steam
    Zero Tolerance Policy on CheatingnetworkMilestone

    The developers reiterated their zero tolerance policy on cheating, emphasizing that cheaters will be banned without argument.

    Steam
    Increased Countdown Timer in Lobbiesgameplay
    Steam
    First Official Ban Wave Announcednetwork

    The developers completed their first official ban wave targeting cheaters in the game.

    Steam
    Improved Several Stability Issues with the Networkbug fixMilestone
    Steam
    Fixed Bug Causing Players to Remain Stuck in a Serverbug fixMilestone
    Steam
    Disabled Rejoin Buttongameplay
    Steam
  11. 3 events
    Network Stability Measures for Friends List and Partiesnetwork

    Implemented measures to prevent Friends List and Parties from overloading the network during peak hours.

    Steam
    Increased Resources for Network Performanceperformance

    Dedicating resources to improve overall network performance for better social features.

    Steam
    Temporary Removal of Annihilation Game Modegameplay

    Annihilation game mode will be removed temporarily to stabilize the network.

    Steam
  12. 3 events
    Fixed server reporting bug for disconnected usersbug fix

    Resolved an issue where servers incorrectly reported that a disconnected user was still connected, preventing matchmaking.

    Steam
    Ongoing Issues with Party System and Friends Listbug fix

    Still experiencing overload issues with the party system and friends list.

    Steam
    Matchmaking Fix Releasedbug fix

    A fix has been released that addresses issues with matchmaking.

    Steam
  13. 2 events
    Loadout is Free to Play Nowdlc releaseMilestone

    Loadout officially launches as a Free to Play game.

    Steam
    Loadout Free To Play Launch Datedlc releaseMilestone

    Loadout will be Free To Play for all players on Steam starting January 31, 2014.

    Steam
  14. 9 events
    Fixed Bot Warping When Changing Directionsbug fix

    Fixed a bug causing bots to warp when changing directions.

    Steam
    Fixed Slug Rockets Death Animation Bugbug fix

    Fixed a bug prohibiting all of the death animations possible with Slug rockets.

    Steam
    Adjusted Bot Difficulty Based on Weaponai

    Bot difficulty has been scaled to adjust for the weapon it is carrying.

    Steam
    Fixed Crash Report Tool Bugbug fix

    Fixed a bug with the Crash report tool.

    Steam
    Fixed Spawn Point Location Bug on Shatteredbug fix

    Fixed a bug with a spawn point location on Shattered.

    Steam
    Fixed Pulse and Beam Weapon Damage Display Bugbug fix

    Fixed a bug when taking damage from Pulse and Beam weapons that displayed the projectiles in the incorrect position.

    Steam
    Fixed Unresponsive Health Pack on Shatteredbug fix

    Fixed a bug with an unresponsive Health Pack on Shattered during the game mode Death Snatch.

    Steam
    Fixed Incorrect Weapon Levels Displaybug fix

    Fixed a bug showing the incorrect levels of weapons in places like the Victory Screen.

    Steam
    Decreased Diveroll Warping Frequencybug fix

    Decreased frequency of diveroll warping.

    Steam
  15. 11 events
    Extended censor on Axl's rod during Sumo Twerkvisuals
    Steam
    XP boost now displayed on post-game screenui ux
    Steam
    Fixed invisible players in Jackhammer matchesbug fixMilestone
    Steam
    Fixed bots dying at normal rate when on firebug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Pyro not spreading when touching playersbug fix
    Steam
    Helga's outfits flagged by nudity filterquality of life
    Steam
    Reduced Blute currency awarded in bot matchesbalance change
    Steam
    Smoother tech tree draggingquality of life
    Steam
    Fixed Daily Prize box selection showing empty prizebug fix
    Steam
    Fixed <Enter> key spamming empty chat dialogsbug fix
    Steam
    New Equipment icon added in Tech Treenew content
    Steam
  16. 1 event
    Introduction of Helga - First Female Characternew contentMilestone

    Helga is the first female character introduced into the Loadout universe.

    Steam