What changed in PlanetSide 2 in 2019

Additional bug fixes included in the update.

Performance improvements introduced with the update.

The Defector class acts as a MAX unit with agility, equipped with a grenade launcher and two utility options.

Various quality of life enhancements included in the update.

Additional balance changes introduced with the update.

Bio Labs receive a seasonal makeover due to power fluctuations affecting control apparatus.

The Javelin, a prototype vehicle for NSO characters, features Maglev technology for terrain traversal and a rumble seat.

Auraximas returns with snowmen for target practice and a deployable Snowman Soldier for protection.

Introducing the SR-200, a long-range, bolt-action sniper rifle for NSO-specific units, available in the Depot.

Complete the new Seasonal Directive line for rewards including Certs, ISO-4, and unique items.

A new combat unit with increased health, built-in grenade launcher, and powerful abilities.

A seasonal event featuring snowmen across the battlefield for XP and target practice, running from December 18 to January 5.

A prototype hovercycle for speedy personal transport and reconnaissance, featuring turbo and strafing capabilities.

A new Seasonal Directive line with rewards including Certs, ISO-4, Camo, and a Title.

The first NSO-specific weapon, a long-range, bolt-action sniper rifle for remote-infantry combat units.

Special deals in the Depot available through December 31.

Celebrate Auraximas with daily limited-time deals on unique items including camos, weapons, and bundles throughout December.

A new double XP event for all players starts on November 25 and runs through November 30.

Double XP weekend event for members starts today.

A livestream on November 20 will provide a sneak peek into the next major update and celebrate the anniversary.

A new Exceptional directive with a new camouflage usable on weapons, armor, and vehicles will be introduced, including weapons from this year's bundles.

Three tiers of 7th Anniversary Bundles will be available in the Depot, containing new weapons, armors, camo, banners, implants, and more starting November 19.

A special 7th Anniversary Loyalty decal will be available for 1 Cert in the Depot from November 19 to November 30.

From November 19 to November 21, all players will receive double experience, with members receiving additional double XP from November 22 to November 24.

Latest BattlEye updates including new security advances and compatibility fixes for Windows 10.

Improvements to waypoint on-screen HUD positioning to address incorrect movement at extreme distances.

Fixes for several of the most common client crashes.

Optimizations for visual effects to reduce framerate hitching when effects are played for the first time.

Old Halloween favorites available for direct purchase from the Depot.

A new Directive lineup with rewards including the Revenant implant.

Seeds are no longer required as currency for pumpkin rewards.

Three new assault rifles introduced for VS/NC/TR factions.

A new, larger pumpkin enemy introduced during the Halloween event.

The Halloween event runs from October 16 to November 8, featuring spooky elements across Auraxis.

Buoy deposit range has been changed from 150 meters to 200 meters.

NSO characters will now get a friendly fire warning when firing on allied terminals.

Your first loading screen tooltip should no longer inform you of the game you're currently playing.

Prowler has deploy and undeploy sound effects again.

A special PlanetSide Arena-themed bundle with weapons and cosmetics for your PlanetSide 2 characters has been added.

All buoys have been lowered by 100 meters.

Seasonal items will become available on October 1 in preparation for the Halloween event running from October 18 to November 8.

Fixed some issues relating to faction balance queues.

Server performance has been enhanced while Aerial Anomalies events are active.

Bundle includes Centuri Armor Set, Crimson Armor Set, Lambda Armor Set, Halberd-H SE, Halberd SE, Astral Camo, and a 1-month Heroic Boost.

New visual effects for Personal Shields.

Minimum damage reduced from 50 to 42.

Players now receive 100 certs at each new Battle Rank through BR100.

NSO characters can no longer lock onto allied vehicles.

Instantly restores Magburner fuel capacity with cooldowns.

Reduces Magburner recharge time and allows horizontal strafe.

Automated bounties placed on players with a 10 killstreak or greater.

New mechanics for delivering Tempest to Data Buoys for scoring.

Changed the model for the Stealth attachment visuals on Flash and Harasser.

Maximum damage reduced from 167 to 143, minimum damage from 143 to 125.

Death camera now highlights the killer before showing the corpse.

Critical Chain implant buff no longer lasts indefinitely.

Extended appearance range and increased exclusion radius for Hardlight Barriers.

Replaces health with a quick-recharging shield layer.

Magburner integrated by default, with adjusted regeneration rates.

Increases front armor and projects a barrier for allied infantry.

Bundle includes MGR-L1 Promise, MG-L1 Watchman, VE-H Maw, Saron HRB, Enforcer, Vulcan, Darkstar MAX armor, and a 7-day Squad Experience Boost.

Bundle includes Pillager, Starfall, Buzzard, NS-50 Gorgon, M202 Wyrm, Interference Profile Banner, and a 7-day Squad Experience Boost.

Development of a new Sanctuary zone as a social hub for players to interact and access non-combat features.

Loading screens will provide contextual tips for new players and veterans.

Introduction of a New Player channel and expansion of the Mentor system to assist new players.

Implementation of the Mandate system to create daily, weekly, and seasonal challenges with rewards.

Development of modular tutorials to help new players learn about different classes and gameplay elements.

Revision of the Death Screen to provide a brief look at the killer before returning to the corpse.

Bundle includes MGR-S1 Gladius, MG-S1 Jackal, VE-S Canis, Angular Camo, and a 7-day Squad Experience Boost.

Double experience event for all players on PC and console from August 8 to August 15, with extended benefits for members.

Paratrooper now affects Ambusher Jump Jets at all ranks with adjusted energy regeneration.

NSO Flail and Orbital Strike kills should now count toward Directives.

Skyshields no longer trigger on players of the same faction.

Cert Horn explosion now appears on low settings.

Enabling and disabling Bloom in the UI now works.

Fixed an animation issue that mounted MAX weapons higher than intended in first person.

Thumper's Disruptor ammunition will no longer duplicate its effect on multiple grouped targets.

Speculative fix for missing daily login certifications for members.

When creating a new character, your last selected character's camo will no longer be shown.

A new Mentor Rating system recognizes veteran players who help new players, with ratings earned through Mentor Ribbons.

Fixed many interactions between NSO characters and other factions.

Map Smoke, Offensive, and Defensive markers are re-enabled for Mentor Squads to guide players.

NSO characters will no longer be damaged by allied Pain Spires.

Squad locking your vehicle should work once again.

Survivalist now triggers when shields are depleted instead of health dropping below 40%.

The NS Vandal no longer shakes violently when fired.

Fixed an issue where swapping weapons shortly after a reload would play the wrong reload animation.

Ammunition Belt now properly provides additional ammunition to the Thumper.

Players exiting a Drop Pod should now render more quickly.

NSO characters now have a default horn on the Lightning.

Speculative fix for crashes when viewing outfit applications.

Players should no longer look squished on the character select screen.

The cooldown reduction on Ambusher Jump Jets has been removed, and regeneration rate increased.

Rank 5 benefit no longer instantly recharges Ambusher Jump Jets, aligning it with other jump jet types.

Ambusher Jump Jets now recharge energy over time instead of instantly, with adjustments to related implants.

Speculative fix for valid spawn locations sometimes being hidden indefinitely.

Hacking terminals and spitfires should now properly assign to the hacking players' team.

NSO Light Assault Rocklet Rifle now updates its firing modes when special ammunition is applied.

A 'Craft Implants' button has been added to the Implants section of the loadout screen.

Players below battle rank 30 can access a New Player chat channel for guidance from veterans.

NSO now have access to map smoke, offensive, and defensive indicators.

NSO Aircraft Synergy cert line now works correctly.

Fixed an overlapping ammunition indicator for weapons that don't use ammunition.

New challenges including Beat the Heat and Beachhead.

All Players gain access to water balloons that detonate on contact, dousing targets.

4x Experience for all players on July 4, along with special themed items.

All Players gain access to a water-filled pistol sidearm for event completion.

New heavy weapon with a 6 round magazine and 3 ammunition types.

Refine and Refuel and Gaining Ground removed; Maximum Pressure added.

Celebrate Summer on Auraxis with new content and events from June 26 to August 31.

Includes Centuri Armor Set, Crimson Armor Set, Lambda Armor Set, Halberd-G, Hornet-G, Astral Camo, Anomaly Background, 9x Deluxe Implant Packs, and a One-Month Heroic Boost.

Includes MGR-L1 Promise, MG-L1 Watchman, VE-H Maw, Saron HRB, Enforcer, Vulcan, Darkstar MAX Armor, Havoc MAX Armor, Sigma MAX Armor, Scanline Ambush Camo, Gridsmoke Profile Banner, and a 7-Day Squad Experience Boost.

Includes Pillager, Starfall, Buzzard, NS-50 Gorgon, M202 Wyrm, Interference Profile Banner, and a 7-Day Squad Experience Boost.

Includes MGR-S1 Gladius, MG-S1 Jackal, VE-S Canis, Angular Camo, and a 7-Day Squad Experience Boost.

Operatives will be assigned to the faction with the lowest population to help balance battles.

An All Access Membership is required to create a new Operative unit and maintain employment.

Operatives can only use NS (common pool) weapons and vehicles, with empire-specific options off limits.

Operatives can create and exist in an outfit with other soldiers, but NS contracts take priority.

All Access Members will have a special day to earn Quadruple XP on April 28th.

Significant performance increases due to the integration of DX11, optimizing infrastructure and reducing file sizes.

General improvements to the game's UI.

Revised spawn system to filter players into more enjoyable fights and reduce overpopulation.

From April 28th to May 5th, all players can enjoy Double XP.

New faction allowing players to create robotic characters with unique gameplay mechanics.

Improved system for sending players to combat, prioritizing balanced fights.

Redeem the promo code NSOPS2019 to unlock the NSX Tengu for all characters.

New event where players harvest Cortium to fill refineries for rewards.

Nanite Systems Operatives are now available for use by each faction on a contractual basis.

A new faction, the Nanite Systems Operatives, has been added to fight alongside the lowest populated empire in any zone.

The renderer has been upgraded from DirectX 9 to DirectX 11, significantly boosting FPS performance on modern hardware.

A new alert focused on delivering cortium to rocket launch sites will allow access to the Wasp air vehicle in a future update.

Low BR players will automatically be placed into Mentor squads when they log into the game.

Participants in the PTS playtest will unlock a new weapon, Raijin Ninja Stars.

A large-scale playtest for the NS Operatives System and DX-11 will take place on April 12th, 2019.