What changed in MechWarrior Online™ Legends in 2017

154 updates · 28 main milestones · Jan 21, 2017 to Dec 27, 2017

  1. 4 events
    MechWarrior Online Holiday Bonus Eventseasonal event

    Log into MWO and play one match on Dec 27th to be eligible for rewards.

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    Rewards for Holiday Bonus Eventnew content

    Players can earn 25 extra stocking stuffer Clicks, 3 Days of Premium time, 3 million C-Bills, and 1250 MC immediately. Additionally, 2 Free Hero Mechs with Mech Bays will be delivered in March.

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    MechWarrior Online Holiday Bonus Eventseasonal event

    Log into MWO and play one match on Dec 27th to be eligible for rewards.

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    Rewards for Holiday Bonus Eventnew content

    Players can earn 25 extra stocking stuffer Clicks, 3 Days of Premium time, 3 million C-Bills, and 1250 MC immediately. Additionally, 2 Free Hero Mechs with Mech Bays will be delivered in March.

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  2. 6 events
    General fixesbug fix

    An assortment of general fixes have been implemented.

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    Assortment of general fixesbug fix
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    Minor balance adjustmentsbalance change
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    Minor balance adjustmentsbalance change
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    Release of the Hellspawn 'Mechnew content

    The Hellspawn has arrived and is now en-route to the Hangars of eligible MechWarriors.

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    Release of the Hellspawn 'Mechnew content

    The Hellspawn has arrived and is now en-route to the Hangars of eligible MechWarriors.

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  3. 12 events
    Animation Improvements for Nova Cat and Uziel Mechsvisuals

    Animation improvements have been made for the Nova Cat and Uziel 'Mechs.

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    2017 Annual Rewards Program Contentnew content

    Five brand new variants and additional content for Active Players and MC purchasers are now available.

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    General Fixes in Patchbug fix

    A large number of general fixes have been implemented in this patch.

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    Animation Improvements for Nova Cat and Uziel Mechsvisuals

    Animation improvements have been made for the Nova Cat and Uziel 'Mechs.

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    Domination Beacon Balance Improvementbalance change

    Improvement to the Domination Beacon balance on Crimson Strait.

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    Domination Beacon Balance Improvementbalance change

    Improvement to the Domination Beacon balance on Crimson Strait.

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    Introduction of Rubellite Oasis Mapnew contentMilestone

    Rubellite Oasis is the first brand-new map since Grim Plexus, featuring support for all Quick Play and Faction Play Game Modes.

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    Release of Thanatos Mechnew contentMilestone

    The Thanatos has arrived and is now en-route to the Hangars of eligible MechWarriors.

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    Release of the Thanatos Mechnew content

    The Thanatos has arrived and is now en-route to the Hangars of eligible MechWarriors.

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    Introduction of Rubellite Oasis Mapnew contentMilestone

    Rubellite Oasis is the first brand-new Map since Grim Plexus, supporting all Quick Play and Faction Play Game Modes.

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    2017 Annual Rewards Program Contentnew content

    Five brand new variants are now en route to the Hangars of eligible MechWarriors, along with additional content for Active Players and MC purchasers.

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    General Fixes in the November Patchbug fix

    A large number of general fixes have been implemented in this patch.

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  4. 4 events
    Trick or Treat 3 Loot Bag Eventseasonal eventMilestone

    Earn up to 150 random Loot Bags through qualifying matches, with additional rewards for Tournament Supporter pack owners.

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    Trick or Treat 3 Loot Bag Eventseasonal event

    Earn up to 150 random Loot Bags through qualifying matches, with additional Bags for Tournament Supporter pack owners.

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    Faction Play Conflict Eventsgameplay

    Three Inner Sphere Faction conflicts and four Clan Faction conflicts introduced during the event.

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    Faction Play Conflict Eventsgameplay

    3 Inner Sphere and 4 Clan Faction Play Conflict events available during the event.

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  5. 20 events
    MRM Firing Rates Fixedbug fix

    A fix has been implemented for MRM firing rates.

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    Special Events System Improvementsquality of life

    Key improvements to the Special Events system, including toggling visibility of Faction Play Objectives.

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    Special Events System Improvementsquality of life

    Improvements to the Special Events system, including toggling visibility of Faction Play Objectives.

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    Medium-class Lasers Balance Adjustmentsbalance change

    Balance adjustments have been made for Medium-class Lasers.

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    Medium-class Lasers Balance Adjustmentsbalance change

    Balance adjustments have been made for Medium-class Lasers.

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    Additional Warhorns for WC 2017 Tournament Supporter Packnew content

    Three additional Warhorns have been delivered for WC 2017 Tournament Supporter Pack owners.

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    Restoration of Friendly UAV Markersbug fix

    Persistent, friendly UAV markers have been restored.

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    Partial Rollback of Previously Planned Laser Changeschanges

    There has been a partial rollback of previously planned Laser changes.

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    MRM Firing Rates Fixedbug fix

    A fix has been implemented for MRM firing rates.

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    New Halloween Cockpit Items Releasednew content

    Three new Halloween Cockpit Items have been released.

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    Nightstar Arm Orientation Changeschanges

    Final-hour changes to the Nightstar arm orientation have been made.

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    Additional Warhorns for WC 2017 Tournament Supportersnew content

    Three additional Warhorns have been delivered for WC 2017 Tournament Supporter Pack owners.

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    Civil War: Escalation 'Mechs Releasednew contentMilestone

    The Civil War: Escalation 'Mechs have arrived and are now en-route to the MechBays of eligible MechWarriors.

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    Event Browser Population Issue Potential Fixbug fix

    A potential fix for the issue that prevented the Event Browser from populating for certain players.

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    Partial Rollback of Laser Changeschanges

    A partial rollback of previously planned Laser changes has occurred.

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    Civil War: Escalation 'Mechs Releasednew contentMilestone

    The Civil War: Escalation 'Mechs have arrived and are en-route to the MechBays of eligible MechWarriors.

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    Event Browser Population Fixbug fix

    Potential fix for the issue that prevented the Event Browser from populating for certain players.

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    Nightstar Arm Orientation Changeschanges

    Final-hour changes to the Nightstar arm orientation have been made.

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    New Halloween Cockpit Items Releasednew content

    Three new Halloween Cockpit Items have been released.

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    Restoration of Persistent Friendly UAV Markersbug fix

    Persistent, friendly UAV markers have been restored.

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  6. 22 events
    Clan IIC Hero 'Mechs Arrivalnew content

    The Clan IIC Hero 'Mechs have arrived and are en-route to the MechBays of eligible MechWarriors.

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    Conquest Capture Points Neutrality Duration Decreasebalance change

    50% decrease to the neutrality duration of Conquest Capture Points.

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    Clan Diamond Shark Playable Factionnew content

    Introduction of Clan Diamond Shark as a playable Faction.

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    Fixes for Long-standing Issuesbug fix

    Fixes for issues such as random cockpit shake, taking damage while inside a DropShip, and braking when accessing the Scoreboard with Throttle Decay active.

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    Introduction of Clan Diamond Shark as Playable Factionnew content
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    UAC Double-Tap Mechanic Fixbug fix

    Fixes to the UAC double-tap mechanic.

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    Improvements to Mad Cat MK II Animation Cyclesvisuals

    Improvements to the walk and run animation cycles for the Mad Cat MK II chassis.

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    Fix for Random Cockpit Shakebug fix
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    Introduction of Special Events Systemnew contentMilestone

    A brand new Special Events system integrated into the client, supporting Quick Play and Faction Play Special Events and Conflicts.

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    Addition of Kill Counters to Objective-based Game Modesgameplay
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    Improvements to Walk and Run Animation Cycles for Mad Cat MK IIvisuals
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    Introduction of Special Events Systemnew contentMilestone

    A brand new Special Events system integrated into the client, supporting Quick Play and Faction Play Special Events and Conflicts.

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    Heat Containment Skill Tree Node Fixbug fix

    Fix for the Heat Containment Skill Tree Node.

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    Fix for Taking Damage While Inside a DropShipbug fix
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    Gameplay Fixes and Adjustmentsgameplay

    Includes a Quirk pass on 12 'Mechs, balance passes for various weapons, and adjustments for Strategic Strike and Cool Shot Consumables.

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    Fix for Heat Containment Skill Tree Nodebug fix
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    Kill Counters Added to Objective-based Modesgameplay

    Addition of Kill Counters to all Objective-based game modes.

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    50% Decrease to Neutrality Duration of Conquest Capture Pointsbalance change
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    Clan IIC Hero 'Mechs Arrivalnew content

    The Clan IIC Hero 'Mechs have arrived and are en-route to the MechBays of eligible MechWarriors.

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    Gameplay Fixes and Adjustmentsgameplay

    Includes a Quirk pass on 12 'Mechs, balance passes for weapons, and adjustments for Strategic Strike and Cool Shot Consumables.

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    Fix for UAC Double-Tap Mechanicbug fix
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    Fix for Braking When Accessing Scoreboard with Throttle Decay Activebug fix
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  7. 19 events
    Enhanced RAC/UAC Skill Node Performance Fixbug fix

    Fixed the impact of the Enhanced RAC/UAC Skill Node on RAC performance.

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    Release of Nine Clan Hero 'Mechsnew contentMilestone

    Nine new Clan Hero 'Mechs have been added, providing at least one Hero variant for all Clan OmniMechs in-game.

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    Enhanced RAC/UAC Skill Node Fixbug fix

    Fixed the impact of the Enhanced RAC/UAC Skill Node on RAC performance.

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    Uziel Hitbox Improvementsbug fix

    Improvements made to the hitboxes of the Uziel 'Mech.

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    Fix for Faction Play DropShip Issuesbug fix

    Resolved two long-standing issues related to Faction Play DropShips.

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    Release of Nine Clan Hero 'Mechsnew contentMilestone

    Nine new Clan Hero 'Mechs have been added, with each Clan OmniMech now having at least one Hero variant.

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    Improvements to Private Match Spectator Toolquality of life

    A handful of improvements have been made to the Private Match Spectator Tool.

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    Quirk Pass on Clan Variantsbalance change

    A Quirk pass has been conducted on specific variants of the newly released Clan chassis.

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    Visual Update for Clan Techvisuals

    Updated Clan 'Mechs to support the visual display of new Clan tech released in the July patch.

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    Uziel Hitbox Improvementsbug fix

    Improvements have been made to the hitboxes of the Uziel 'Mech.

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    Distinct C-Bill Variants for Clan Chassisnew content

    Distinct C-Bill variants have been released for each of the nine new Clan chassis.

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    Distinct C-Bill Variants for Clan Chassisnew content

    Distinct C-Bill variants have been released for each of the nine new Clan chassis.

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    Fix for Faction Play DropShip Issuesbug fix

    Resolved two long-standing issues related to Faction Play DropShips.

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    Quirk Pass on Clan Chassis Variantsbalance change

    A Quirk pass has been conducted on specific variants of the newly released Clan chassis.

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    Animation Pass for Mad Cat MK II and Uzielvisuals

    An additional animation pass will be conducted for the Mad Cat MK II and Uziel 'Mechs to address reported issues.

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    Game Objective Audio Fixbug fix

    Fixed the issue of game objective audio continuing to trigger after a match concludes.

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    Improvements to Private Match Spectator Toolquality of life

    A handful of improvements made to the Private Match Spectator Tool in preparation for the World Championship Tournament.

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    Animation Pass for Mad Cat MK II and Uzielvisuals

    An additional animation pass will be conducted for the Mad Cat MK II and Uziel 'Mechs to address reported issues.

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    Game Objective Audio Fixbug fix

    Fixed the issue of game objective audio continuing to trigger after the match has concluded.

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  8. 21 events
    93 New Decals and 25 New Supply Cachesnew content

    New decals and supply caches added, including Clan Decals and new Word Decals.

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    Introduction of 8v8 Competitive Modenew contentMilestone

    New Competitive Mode with Leaderboards, Team Registration, Map banning, and more.

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    Minor Adjustments to AMS and LRM 5balance change

    Minor tweaks made to AMS and LRM 5 weaponry.

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    Optimizations to Sound Caching Systemperformance

    Improvements made to the sound caching system for better performance.

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    Optimizations to In-Game Turretsperformance

    Enhancements made to the performance of in-game Turrets.

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    Minor Adjustments to AMS and LRM 5balance change

    Small tweaks made to AMS and LRM 5 weaponry.

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    Optimizations to Sound Caching Systemperformance

    Improvements made to the sound caching system for better performance.

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    Addition of 93 New Decals and 25 New Supply Cachesnew content

    Includes Clan Decals, new Shapes, and Word Decals for customization.

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    Removal of Premium Time Requirement for Private Lobbyquality of life

    All players can now access Private Lobby features without Premium Time.

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    Ability to Re-Assign Group Leadershipquality of life

    Players can now re-assign leadership within groups.

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    Refit of Incursion Game Mode for Faction Playgameplay

    Incursion Game Mode has been adapted for Faction Play.

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    Energy Weapon Balance Passbalance changeMilestone

    Significant adjustments to Energy weapons to improve role definition and balance between Inner Sphere and Clan weapons.

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    Premium Time No Longer Required for Private Lobbyquality of life

    Access to Private Lobby features is now available to all players.

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    Energy Weapon Balance Passbalance changeMilestone

    Significant adjustments to Energy weapons for better role definition and balance.

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    New Inner Sphere Resistance Hero 'Mechs Releasednew contentMilestone

    All Inner Sphere chassis now have at least one Hero variant available.

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    Refitting of Incursion Game Mode for Faction Playgameplay

    Incursion Game Mode has been adapted for use in Faction Play.

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    Launch of 8v8 Competitive Modenew contentMilestone

    New Competitive Mode with Leaderboards, Team Registration, Map banning, and detailed statistics.

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    Central Path Addition for HPG Manifoldgameplay

    New central path introduced for both Teams on HPG Manifold.

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    Ability to Re-assign Group Leadershipquality of life

    Players can now re-assign leadership within groups.

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    Central Path Added for Teams on HPG Manifoldgameplay

    New central path introduced for both teams on the HPG Manifold map.

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    Introduction of Inner Sphere Resistance Hero 'Mechsnew contentMilestone

    All Inner Sphere chassis now have at least one Hero variant available.

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  9. 16 events
    MC Release of Clan Wave 1 Hero 'Mechsnew content

    All Clan Wave 1 Hero 'Mechs are now available for MC purchase.

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    Introduction of the Javelin 'Mechnew contentMilestone

    The Javelin has arrived, designed as a mobile scout with firepower for ambush and strike.

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    Extended Patch Downtimeperformance

    Patch downtime expected to last ~3 hours for database work related to player account transfer.

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    MC Release of Clan Wave 1 Hero 'Mechsnew content

    All Clan Wave 1 Hero 'Mechs are now available for MC purchase.

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    Extended Downtime for Patchperformance

    Patch downtime expected to last ~3 hours for necessary database work related to player account transfer.

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    Engine Desync Featuregameplay

    Agility stats are now determined by chassis tonnage, not engine size, while speed remains tied to engine size.

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    Skill Tree ImplementationgameplayMilestone

    The all-new Skill Tree allows pilots greater control over 'Mech optimization based on Loadout and role.

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    Cadet Bonus 25 Achievement Updatebalance change

    Cadet Bonus 25 now provides 48,000 GXP in addition to 200,000 C-Bills, retroactively awarded to eligible players.

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    Cadet Bonus 25 Achievement Updatebalance change

    Achievement now provides 48,000 GXP in addition to 200,000 C-Bills, retroactively awarded to eligible players.

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    Missile Weapon Retrofits for Quickdraw and Victorvisuals

    Quickdraw and Victor 'Mechs receive missile weapon retrofits for accurate weapon visuals according to Loadout.

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    Engine Desync Adjustmentbalance change

    Agility stats are now determined by chassis tonnage, not engine size, while speed remains tied to engine size.

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    Missile Weapon Retrofits for Quickdraw and Victorvisuals

    Missile weapons updated for accurate visuals according to Loadout.

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    Clan Emblem and Word Decalsnew content

    Seven original Clans receive new decals, with more planned for release in June.

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    Clan Emblem and Word Decalsnew content

    Seven original Clans receive new emblems and word Decals, with more to come in June.

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    Introduction of the Javelin 'Mechnew contentMilestone

    The Javelin has arrived, designed for mobility and firepower, serving as a mobile scout.

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    Skill Tree ImplementationgameplayMilestone

    The all-new Skill Tree offers pilots greater control over 'Mech optimization based on Loadout and role.

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  10. 12 events
    New Loading Screens and Coloursnew content

    All-new Loading Screens and additional colours added to the game.

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    Upgrade to Chat Systemui ux

    Introduction of a new 'floating' chat system for better communication across main menu systems.

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    Launch of Incursion Game Modenew contentMilestone

    Players must secure their Team Base and contend for Fuel Cell Supply Points to power Support Towers.

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    Gameplay Tweaks and Adjustmentsgameplay

    Includes sector designations for commands, adjustments to Match Score contributors, and improvements to Domination Game Mode.

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    New Loading Screens and Coloursnew content

    All-new Loading Screens and additional colours introduced.

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    Fixes for Various 'Mechsbug fix

    A handful of 'Mech fixes included in the patch.

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    Upgrade to Chat Systemui ux

    Introduction of a new 'floating' chat system for better communication.

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    Launch of the Incursion Game Modenew contentMilestone

    Players must secure Team Base integrity and contend for Fuel Cell Supply Points.

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    Gameplay Tweaks and Adjustmentsgameplay

    Includes sector designations for commands, adjustments to Match Score contributors, and improvements to Domination Game Mode.

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    Various 'Mech Fixesbug fix

    A handful of fixes for 'Mechs included in the patch.

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    Introduction of the Roughneck 'Mechnew contentMilestone

    The Roughneck has arrived, designed from the ground-up by Piranha Games and Alex Iglesias.

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    Introduction of the Roughneck 'Mechnew contentMilestone

    The Roughneck has arrived, designed from the ground-up by Piranha Games and Alex Iglesias.

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  11. 8 events
    Interface-related fixes and improvementsbug fix

    A significant number of interface-related fixes and improvements have been implemented.

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    Introduction of Supernova Mechnew content

    The Supernova has arrived and is now en-route to the MechBays of eligible MechWarriors.

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    Backend maintenance during patchsystem

    Backend maintenance will be performed during the downtime period for this patch, which may extend up to 2 hours.

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    Auto-renewal option for Mercenary Contractsquality of life

    An auto-renewal option has been introduced for Mercenary Contracts within Faction Play.

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    Introduction of the Supernova Mechnew content

    The Supernova has arrived and is now en-route to the MechBays of eligible MechWarriors.

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    Backend maintenance during patchsystem

    Backend maintenance will be performed during the downtime period for this patch, potentially extending downtime up to 2 hours.

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    Interface-related fixes and improvementsbug fix

    A significant number of interface-related fixes and improvements have been implemented.

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    Auto-renewal option for Mercenary Contractsquality of life

    An auto-renewal option has been introduced for Mercenary Contracts within Faction Play.

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  12. 10 events
    Quirk Adjustments for 13 'Mech Chassisbalance change

    Adjustments made to quirks for 13 different 'Mech chassis.

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    Introduction of the Bushwacker Mechnew contentMilestone

    The Bushwacker, a classic 55 ton Inner Sphere Medium Mech, is now available for eligible MechWarriors.

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    Introduction of the Bushwacker Mechnew contentMilestone

    The Bushwacker has arrived and is now available to eligible MechWarriors.

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    105 'Mech-Related Fixes and Improvementsbug fix

    A total of 105 fixes and improvements related to 'Mechs.

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    105 'Mech-Related Fixes and Improvementsbug fix

    A total of 105 fixes and improvements related to 'Mechs have been implemented.

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    Clan XL Cooling Efficiency Adjustmentbalance change

    Changes made to Clan XL Cooling Efficiency as part of gameplay and balance adjustments.

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    New Launcher and Patcher SystemperformanceMilestone

    A new launcher and patcher system is introduced for better stability and performance.

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    New Launcher and Patcher SystemperformanceMilestone

    A new launcher and patcher system is introduced for the standalone MechWarrior Online client, enhancing stability and performance.

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    Quirk Adjustments for 13 'Mech Chassisbalance change

    Adjustments made to quirks for 13 different 'Mech chassis.

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    Clan XL Cooling Efficiency Adjustmentbalance change

    Changes made to Clan XL Cooling Efficiency as part of gameplay balance.

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