What changed in PlanetSide 2 in 2014
118 updates · 9 main milestones · May 20, 2014 to Jul 2, 2014
- 44 eventsCamo Application Fixed for Vanguard Attachmentsbug fix
Camo will now apply correctly to Bruiser Plating and Scrapper Vanguard attachments.
SteamContinent Locking Mechanism IntroducedgameplayMilestoneContinents can now be locked to a conquering empire by owning at least 94% of the territory or winning an Alert.
SteamRemoval of Global AlertsgameplayGlobal Alerts have been removed; all alerts are now continent-specific.
SteamChat Window Focus Issue Fixedbug fixFixed focus issues with the chat window after hitting escape.
SteamNew Lattice Link on IndargameplayA lattice link has been added between TI Alloys and Ceres Hydroponics.
SteamChat Window Focus Issue Fixedbug fixFixed focus issues with the chat window after hitting escape.
SteamAmmunition Package Reload Animation Fixedbug fixEquipping the Ammunition Package during a weapon reload will no longer skip the reload animation.
SteamThermal Optics Setup Fixed for Dual-75 Dusterbug fixFixed an issue where thermal optics were not set up like other belly guns.
SteamOutfit Decals Feature Introducednew contentOutfits can now select and purchase decals to represent themselves.
SteamLiberator Belly Weapons Descriptions Updatedbug fixUpdated descriptions for Liberator belly weapons to reflect recent changes.
SteamThermal Optics Setup Fixedbug fixFixed thermal optics for the Dual-75 Duster to match other belly guns.
SteamOutfit Recruiting System Addednew contentMilestoneNew system for outfits to recruit members and for players to find outfits.
SteamWarpgate Rotation ChangesgameplayWarpgates will now rotate exclusively via continent locking instead of every other week.
SteamChanges to Continent BenefitsgameplayAmerish, Esamir, Indar, and Hossin have new continent benefits affecting purchases and XP.
SteamMedical Applicator Hotkey Descriptions Updatedquality of lifeDescriptions now list the hotkeys required for healing and reviving.
SteamChanges to Continent BenefitsgameplayAmerish, Esamir, Indar, and Hossin have updated benefits affecting purchases and XP.
SteamMedical Applicator Hotkey Descriptions Updatedquality of lifeDescriptions now list the hotkeys required for healing and reviving.
SteamHyena Missile Launcher Certification Issue Fixedbug fixThe un-purchasable magazine size certification should no longer appear.
SteamAmmunition Package Shaking Issue Adjustedbug fixAdjusted the Ammunition Package to reduce shaking when thrown on uneven terrain.
SteamExplosion Kills Experience Fixbug fixKills caused by explosions will no longer grant double experience.
SteamExplosion Kills Experience Grant Fixedbug fixKills caused by explosions will no longer grant double experience.
SteamOutfit Recruiting Systemnew contentNew system for outfits to recruit members and for players to find outfits.
SteamOutfit Decals Featurenew contentOutfits can now select and purchase decals to represent themselves.
SteamCamo Application Fixed for Vanguard Attachmentsbug fixCamo will now apply correctly to Bruiser Plating and Scrapper Vanguard attachments.
SteamOutfit Base Capture RecognitiongameplayOutfit decals will display on faction banners and scoreboards when capturing a base.
SteamAdjusted Interaction Ranges on SunderergameplayAdjusted ranges for 'Enter Vehicle' and 'Equipment Terminal' interactions to reduce accidental triggers.
SteamTank Reverse Turning Speed Fixbug fixFixed issue where tank reverse turning speed would change when toggling the option.
SteamOutfit Base Capture RecognitiongameplayOutfit decals will display on faction banners and maps when capturing a base.
SteamAmmunition Package Shaking Issue Fixedbug fixAdjusted the Ammunition Package to reduce shaking on uneven terrain.
SteamTank Reverse Turning Speed Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where tank reverse turning speed would change when toggling the ‘Invert Reverse Steering for Tanks’ option.
SteamHyena Missile Launcher Certification Issue Fixedbug fixThe un-purchasable magazine size certification should no longer appear.
SteamLaunch of Hossin Continentnew contentMilestoneExplore a brand new continent with over 80 new bases in a brand new biome.
SteamLiberator Belly Weapons Descriptions Updatedbug fixUpdated descriptions for Liberator belly weapons for accuracy.
SteamNew Continent Hossin with 80+ Basesnew contentMilestoneExplore a brand new continent with over 80 new bases in a brand new biome.
SteamContinent Locking Mechanism IntroducedgameplayMilestoneContinents can now be locked to a conquering empire by owning at least 94% of the territory or winning an Alert.
SteamNew Lattice Link on IndargameplayA lattice link has been added between TI Alloys and Ceres Hydroponics.
SteamAdjusted Interaction Ranges on SunderergameplayAdjusted ranges for 'Enter Vehicle' and 'Equipment Terminal' interactions to reduce overlap.
SteamRemoval of Global AlertsgameplayGlobal Alerts have been removed; all alerts are now continent-specific.
SteamAmmunition Package Reload Animation Fixbug fixEquipping the Ammunition Package during a weapon reload will no longer skip the reload animation.
SteamWarpgate Rotation ChangesgameplayWarpgates will now rotate exclusively via continent locking instead of every other week.
Steam - 48 eventsAV Mana Turret Ribbon Award Fixedbug fix
The AV mana turret ribbon is now awarded at the intended number of kills.
SteamNew Membership Perk - Squad Boostnew contentMembers in a squad will now provide the entire group with 3% bonus XP
SteamMagrider Texture Stretching Issues Fixedbug fixFixed some texture stretching issues on the Magrider.
SteamShort Deploy Timer Added to Instant ActiongameplayAdded a short deploy timer to Instant Action when a player is dead.
SteamDarklight Flashlight Availability Fixedbug fixDarklight flashlight should now be available on NC4 Mag-Shot.
SteamIncreased Logging for Area BugsperformanceAdding significant amounts of logging in case the above two fixes don’t work.
SteamEOD HUD Implants Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where EOD HUD implants were draining energy while the user was dead.
SteamHarasser Nanite Auto Repair Description Updatedbug fixUpdated description to reflect in-game effect.
SteamOutfit Members List Messaging Redirect Fixedbug fixSending a message from Outfit Members list will no longer redirect to friends list.
SteamNew Ribbons Introducednew contentNew ribbons for various actions including Resupply, Air Deterrence, and more.
SteamShort Deploy Timer AddedgameplayAdded a short deploy timer to Instant Action when a player is dead.
SteamArea Handling Code RefactoredperformanceRefactored some code that will improve how areas are handled in general.
SteamGreenhorn Voice Pack Missing Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where the Greenhorn Voice Pack was missing.
SteamHex Regions AdjustedgameplayHex regions around the warpgates have been adjusted to fit new lattice links.
SteamAV Mana Turret Ribbon Award Fixbug fixThe AV mana turret ribbon is now awarded at the intended number of kills.
SteamEOD HUD Implant Energy Drain Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where EOD HUD implants were draining energy while the user was dead.
SteamContinent Domination Threshold AdjustmentsgameplayContinent Domination Threshold for gaining a continent benefit is now 94% and for losing is now 7%
Steam3.4x Red Dot Sight Reticle Visibility Improvedbug fixThe 3.4x Red Dot sight reticle will now show up better at night.
SteamLattice Links AddedgameplayLattice links have been added between all adjacent warpgate-bordering territories.
SteamContinent Domination Threshold AdjustmentsgameplayThreshold for gaining a continent benefit is now 94%, and for losing is now 7%
SteamNew Ribbons Introducednew contentNew ribbons for various actions including Resupply, Air Deterrence, and more.
SteamLattice Links AddedgameplayLattice links have been added between all adjacent warpgate-bordering territories.
SteamCert Refund for Incorrect Optics Chargesquality of lifePerformed a grant to replenish certs for players incorrectly charged twice for certain optics purchases.
SteamCrouching Jumping Vehicle Suicide Bug Fixedbug fixCrouching then jumping on a vehicle will no longer result in suicide.
SteamCrouching Jumping Vehicle Suicide Fixedbug fixCrouching then jumping on a vehicle will no longer result in suicide.
SteamNew Membership Perk - Squad Boostnew contentMembers in a squad will now provide the entire group with 3% bonus XP
SteamTexture Stretching Issues on Magrider Fixedbug fixFixed some texture stretching issues on the Magrider.
SteamCert Refund for Incorrect Optics Chargesquality of lifeGrant to replenish certs for players incorrectly charged twice for certain optics purchases.
Steam3.4x Red Dot Sight Reticle Visibility Improvedbug fixThe 3.4x Red Dot sight reticle will now show up better at night.
SteamCode Refactor for Area HandlingperformanceRefactored some code that will improve how areas are handled in general.
SteamDarklight Flashlight Availability Fixedbug fixDarklight flashlight should now be available on NC4 Mag-Shot.
SteamVR Training Item Removal Bug Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where some items could be removed from you when leaving VR Training.
SteamVR Training Item Removal Bug Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where some items could be removed from you when leaving VR Training.
SteamHex Regions AdjustedgameplayHex regions around the warpgates have been adjusted to fit new lattice links.
SteamGreenhorn Voice Pack Missing Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where the Greenhorn Voice Pack was missing.
SteamOutfit Members List Messaging Bug Fixedbug fixSending a message from Outfit Members list will no longer redirect to friends list.
SteamHarasser Nanite Auto Repair Description Updatedbug fixUpdated description to reflect in-game effect.
Steam - 26 eventsHowling Pass to NS Material Storage Updateworld
Adjusted the road for better combat experience with added fields and parking spots.
SteamMedic Updates: Triage and Weaponsbalance changeCombat Medics can now use Battle rifles and Triage heals allies outside vehicles within 5 meters.
SteamNew Cosmetic Laser SightsvisualsNew colored laser sights available for NS-44 Commissioner and NS-357 Underboss.
SteamFixed NS Vandal Trial and Reload Issuesbug fixNS Vandal can now be trialed and magazine falls out on reload.
SteamNew Common Pool Shotgun: NS Baron G5new contentIntroduced the NS Baron G5 shotgun for close-range combat.
SteamNew Cosmetic Laser Sightsnew contentNew colored laser sights available for NS-44 Commissioner and NS-357 Underboss.
SteamMedic Updates: Heal Grenadesbalance changeHeal rate increased from 60 hp/s to 100 hp/s, detonate time reduced from 3s to 2s, and heal range increased to 10m.
SteamNew Combat Medic Assault Riflesnew contentAdded NC-9 A-Tross, TORQ-9, and Terminus VX-9 for Combat Medics.
SteamFixed Client Crashes and Hitchesbug fixMilestoneImplemented many client crash fixes and a speculative fix for 20-minute hitches.
SteamIntroduction of Implants Systemnew contentMilestoneSoldiers can now equip combat implants to augment their abilities, available through experience or purchase.
SteamFixed Various Animation and Geometry Bugsbug fixAddressed numerous animation and geometry issues throughout the game.
SteamNetwork Quality Status Updatequality of lifePing meter on leaderboard replaced with a more accurate Network Quality status.
SteamFixed Various Weapon and Animation Issuesbug fixFixed issues with reload animations, magazine displays, and geometry bugs.
SteamMedic's Default Heal Ability Fixbalance changeFixed timer regen issue for the last two ranks of the medic's default heal ability.
SteamNew Common Pool Shotgun: NS Baron G5new contentIntroduced the NS Baron G5 shotgun, designed for effective close-range combat.
SteamIntroduction of Implantsnew contentMilestoneSoldiers can now equip combat implants to augment their battle prowess.
SteamGameplay Improvements for Large OutpostsgameplayLarge outposts now have Galaxy access and Lightning tanks available at all vehicle terminals.
SteamNew Combat Medic Assault Riflesnew contentAdded new assault rifles for Combat Medics: NC-9 A-Tross, TORQ-9, and Terminus VX-9.
SteamHowling Pass to NS Material Storage UpdateworldAdjusted the road for better combat experience with added fields and secure parking spots.
SteamMedic Heal Grenades Buffbalance changeHeal rate increased from 60 hp/s to 100 hp/s and detonate time reduced from 3 to 2 seconds.
SteamGameplay Improvements: Large Outposts and Vehicle AvailabilitygameplayLarge outposts now have Galaxy access and Lightning tanks are available at all vehicle terminals.
SteamNetwork Quality Status Updatequality of lifePing meter replaced with a more accurate Network Quality status.
SteamFlash and Harasser Handling ImprovementsgameplayUpdated handling for Flash and Harasser for better ground grip.
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