What changed in PlanetSide 2 in 2022

Outfit War statues on Sanctuary now display outfit information once again.

Snowmen no longer spawn on locked continents.

Firing a weapon and switching to a repair/healing tool no longer causes a player to be stuck in an infinite firing loop on remote clients.

Perihelion's charged fire now shows projectiles correctly on remote clients.

Fixed an issue where entering/re-entering a vehicle as a MAX suit could hide your ability HUD display.

Hacking a Repo now initiates an overload that lasts for 30 seconds before converting it to your faction, interruptible by the opposing faction.

Fixed an issue preventing NSO from using faction-based jump pads at various bases.

Doubled the amount of Snowman that can be spawned on a continent at once.

NS-R3 Swarm variants no longer mention 'Flak Detonation' in their descriptions.

Removed campaign currencies from the handful of store items that still used them.

Chimera's Avalanche Tire Trails now appear on the middle set of tires.

Various model and animation cleanup on the NS-11C Frostbite.

Players can use promo code EXTRALIFE2022 to receive the new Benefactor Helmet.

The winter season brings Auraximas with new events, items, missions, and more available throughout December.

Double Experience for ALL from Dec. 02 - Dec. 04, Dec. 09 - Dec. 11, Dec. 16 - Dec. 18, and Dec. 26 - Jan. 02. Double Experience for MEMBERS from Dec. 23 - Dec. 25.

Double XP available on weekends: Dec. 02-04, Dec. 09-11, Dec. 16-18, Dec. 23-25 (Members Only), Dec. 26-Jan. 02.

Enjoy double XP each weekend from Dec. 02 through Jan. 02.

Fixed various issues related to the NS-11A Frontline, and added a 1x and 4x optic.

Projectile lifespan changed from 3sec. to 2sec.

Now use the same projectile size as other weapons with the same attributes.

Updated the Infiltrator's cloak to use the same 'shattered cloak' visual language as enemies in a cloaked Sunderer bubble.

Cone of Fire changed from 2 to 3.

Burster flak damage increased from 28 to 34.

Infantry Lock-on Resist (type 68) changed from -75 to -50.

Successfully triggering the Bastion's Anchor, Assault, or Lockdown command will trigger a 60sec. cooldown before reuse.

Fixed an issue with the Gift button being out of place on the Member's Sale section of the Depot.

Zealot Overdrive's Burster flak damage increased from 31 to 38.

Infantry Lock-on Resist (type 68) changed from -50 to -40.

Infantry Lock-on Resist (type 68) changed from -100 to -45.

The following cosmetics are no longer purchasable: Raid Hat, Purge Helmet, Lynx Helmet, Strike Enforcer Mask, Armageddon Helmet, First Strike Helmet.

Water on low graphical settings no longer looks black.

Teleporters are now two-way from the spawn to teleporter room.

Dropping a Conduit while close to the ceiling will no longer place it on the roof of that building.

Fixed an issue with the Diving Device playing audio incorrectly.

Hacked Repos now reset when a Conduit's timer expires and the Facility Defended notification appears.

Javelin's exterior cosmetics are no longer visible in first person.

Daybreak All-Access members can enjoy Double EXP starting Nov. 25 through Nov. 27.

Amazon Prime members can claim the NS-11A Frontline assault rifle and various Gladiator helmets until December 21.

Double experience events scheduled for November 18-20 and 25-27.

Special event featuring community creators on November 20.

Various visual updates to celebrate the anniversary.

Introduction of a new Capture the Flag mechanic.

Adjustments made to the role of the Bastion Fleet Carrier.

Join community creators in a battle for bragging rights on November 20th.

Four main events including Bastion Battle, Colossus Battle, Nason's Defiance, and Continent Lock Alert.

The event will be broadcasted live on Twitch by guest streamer ArsheeTV.

Join the attempt to unofficially break the world record for 'most players in an online fps battle' on November 5th at 2pm PDT.

Double XP for all players every weekend from Nov. 4th to Nov. 20th, in celebration of PlanetSide 2's 10th anniversary.

Community support for the Extra Life event has reached $13,457 of the $32,000 goal.

Optimized Spawn Priority System to improve server performance and balance populations.

Shifted the Bastion Fleet Carrier's role to influence map meta with new commands: Lockdown, Assault, and Anchor.

A new CTF-style capture mechanic that encourages movement and multiple objectives.

Slowed down vehicle deployment to enhance terminal value as sub-objectives.

Event on Nov. 05 to break the record for most players in an online FPS battle.

Tuning of shotguns and certain New Conglomerate weaponry to align with other weapons and factions.

New tricks and features for the Bastion Fleet Carrier.

A fresh coat of paint on the existing game with new tech and revisions to existing art.

Better performing spawn priority system coming in November.

A new style of facility capture gameplay that will change battlefields.

Integration of new tech to improve lighting in interior spaces.

Modernized visuals for ground explosions from projectile impacts.

Reflections added to water surfaces for improved visual differentiation.

New technique for adding reflections to surfaces based on camera view.

A smattering of balance adjustments planned for the next update.

New anti-aliasing options including TAA, FXAA, and a combination of both.

Improvements to make metals feel more realistic and reduce excessive grunge overlays.

The first Outfit Wars on Nexus have concluded and the champions of each server have been crowned.

Elysium Spawn Tube is now immune to Sniper Rifle damage.

Fixed an issue with Kingsnake audio not sounding off correctly.

Decals appear on Sunderers once again.

SABR-13's Forward Grip now uses the correct icons.

The health pool of the Lost Fleet Carrier has been increased significantly, and its missile batteries now track targets.

Health and Shield bars now display when appropriate while Large HUD icons are set.

Extended magazine on the TX1 Repeater now adds 6 rounds, appropriate to the 3-round burst size, instead of 5.

Extended Magazine on the Solstice Burst now adds 6 rounds, appropriate to the 3-round burst size, instead of 5.

Halloween Event (Oct. 05 - 31) featuring a new directive, mission, alert event, and new cosmetics.

Changes implemented to help the long-term health of the server when it has gone for long periods without being restarted.

The 'Join Match' button now becomes disabled and displays information when the outfit has reached the maximum number of members in a match.

Player counts of each team are now visible during the warmup phase on Nexus.

Identified and resolved areas causing hitching during and after new dynamic instances like the tutorial and Nexus.

Command '/ow observeend' added.

Triggers when a Meltdown alert ends in a Draw, with new victory conditions.

Now have 3 underbarrel grenades instead of 2.

Refunded and hidden due to incompleteness.

NS Scorpion now drops bomblets again.

Javelin now shows thrust FX in all correct movement states.

Using '/ow observematch matchrank' will direct to an active Outfit Wars match.

Players in observer camera will be placed in Sanctuary upon relogging.

'team_id' has now been exposed in the Census API.

Decoy Grenade now has a unique model.

HUD team color indicators have been improved for better control specific to Outfit Wars.

Lights no longer flicker on medium graphics quality settings.

Players leaving an outfit mid-match will be kicked from the matchup.

Chimera no longer loses idle FX when it starts moving.

Match times will now be in sync with actual match occurrences, resolving previous UI confusion.

Players can no longer join a match after Warmup or rejoin matches they have left.

Outfit Wars playoff/championship phases should now show the correct start dates.

NS-7 'Assassin' PDW's shell casings now eject while a suppressor is attached.

NSO characters will no longer destroy their own deployables with ElectroTech, Disruptor rounds, and similar effects.

Fixed a missing icon for the ANT in the My Character page.

Teleporters in each faction's Embassy room on Sanctuary are operable once again.

Speculative fix for merit/mentor rating depletions, currently investigating the possibility of currency refunds.

Extended Magazine for the MGR-A1 Vanquisher now provides 6 rounds, instead of 5.

Pilot pistols of all variants now eject shell casings when no barrel, or a compensator, is equipped.

'Gift' button no longer appears on depot items marked as unavailable.

Extended double experience for all members from Aug. 22 to Aug. 31.

Sales event featuring returning bundles and discounts on various items.

20% off Infantry Weapons, 40% off Infantry and Vehicle Cosmetics, and Camouflage from Aug. 22 to Aug. 31.

All Access Members can enjoy daily double exp from today through August 31st.

Lunar New Year, Demon Hunter, and several other bundles returning from Aug. 22 to Aug. 31.

Sales on Infantry Weapons, Cosmetics, and Vehicle Cosmetics from Aug. 22 to 31.

Extended DOUBLE EXPERIENCE for members from Aug. 22 to 31.

Magazine size reduced from 10 to 8.

Correct models for Suppressor and Darklight applied.

Tracking pulse duration increased from 1sec. to 2sec.

Construction objects can no longer be placed within HMS Technologies on Oshur.

Updated schedule for Outfit Wars including enlistment and qualifier dates.

Flak Detonation distance reduced and changes to CoF for various stances.

Tooltip updated to reflect existing motion detection functionality.

Streamlined garbage collection to reduce hitching.

Investigating issue with rating loss and generation.

TR Sunderer Ranger no longer uses NSO reticles.

Resolved issue causing small white lights to flicker on screen.

Fixed an issue where Outfit Wars enlistment button could show as 0/48 when 48 players had completed signup.

Increased the overall tracking speed and maximum velocity of Defector's Hummingbird.

Mission pools now reset every 8 hours, instead of every 24.

Fixed an issue where Outfit Wars enlistment button would show as lit, but unclickable, despite already being enrolled in a war.

Replaced 'All Access' icon on Missions and Depot with updated Membership iconography.

Fixed an issue causing Spitfire Turrets to use Basilisk audio.

Surveying the Land mission is now completable on Oshur using Trident bases.

NS-45 'Assassin' Pilot now has access to Darklight and Suppressor.

NS-45 'Assassin' Pilot's rear sight dots no longer hover out of place during a reload.

Oshur Seaposts now have Pain Fields in the spawn rooms.

Made adjustments to nudge laser guided, lockon, and proximity-lock projectiles back into alignment. Future adjustments may be needed.

Includes NS-7 'Assassin' PDW, NS-45 'Assassin' Pilot, and various Stealthwave Tire Trails.

New Traitor Bundle available in the depot for 2999 DBC, includes various assassin-themed items.

Optimized Basilisk firing audio for ground-based vehicles.

Enlistment for this season's Outfit War event runs from Aug. 03 - Aug. 14.

Completing the last tier of the Summer Directive unlocks the Countershade implant, which conceals your radar signature for 8 seconds after killing an enemy.

Fixed an issue where god rays could wash out flora color.

UBP-1 'Steel' Starfish now counts toward the Exceptional VI directive.

The last of our Summer Directive lineup runs from Aug. 03 - Aug. 17, featuring various challenges and rewards.

Nanite Boosts now show your proper boosted amount per tick in the loadout screen and TAB screen.

Cleaned up an issue preventing NSO outfit leaders from enlisting their Outfits.

Optimized particle FX for tank mines, EMP grenades, C-4, Claymores, and various vehicle death explosions.

Daybreak All-Access members can enjoy Double EXP from July 29 to July 31.

Outfits from the same faction can now compete against each other during matches on Nexus.

Participants in Outfit Wars will earn ISO-4 and placement rewards based on their performance in matches.

Outfit Wars now includes four phases: Enlistment, Qualifiers, Playoffs, and Championships over seven weeks.

Introduction of the Outfit Wars tournament-based event where outfits compete for leaderboard placement and rewards.

Outfits will be sorted into matchups based on win/loss records and Bracket Points to determine standings.

Outfits will compete in one-versus-one matches on the battle island of Nexus with specific rules and restrictions.

Resolved an issue that would cause heavy framerate drops when near certain particle effects.

Fixed an issue with explosives being able to deal damage through spawn room shields.

An empty 'Codex' directive line no longer appears in the directives pane.

Updated Outfit Wars tooltip information to reflect actual rules for the upcoming season.

Fixed an issue causing players to occasionally cause the client to become unresponsive when loading into the game.

C4 should now deal the expected damage amount on vehicles floating in the water.

Audio-drop out issues should be less prevalent in large-scale battles.

Speculative fix for a long-standing issue.

This event ends on July 27.

Will need to be retuned by hand to restore previous performance.

Minimum CoF from 0.2 to 0.1, Maximum CoF from 0.5 to 0.4, CoF recovery rate from 10 to 20.

Capture point appears in the correct position.

Includes flight capability changes, loadout slot unlocking, and audio efficiency improvements.

Players can redeem the code SURF2022 to unlock a free amphibious rifle.

All players will receive double experience from 11am to 11pm PT.

The island continent of Oshur will automatically unlock after being captured during the event.

The latest update introduced the new Corsair assault craft.

The latest update introduced underwater combat mechanics.

A new device allowing players to move through water with ease has been introduced.

Major updates to the island continent of Oshur including new bases, lattice adjustments, and underwater combat areas.

A new summer directive event running from July 13 to July 27, unlocking the UBP-1 'Steel' Starfish.

Movement speed penalty while underwater reduced from 60% to 45%, and most infantry weapons can now be fired underwater.

Resolved an issue preventing players from clicking on adjacent directives.

Loadouts will no longer enter a state that can cause certain weapons and equipment to reset itself when logging in or transferring continents.

Limited-time event from July 13 to July 27, eliminating the cost of MAX units.

The first-ever water vehicle, the Corsair, is now available for use on the island continent of Oshur.

New holographic signs describe targets in the firing lanes instead of using floating HUD prompts.

Esamir now has functional water, allowing players to interact without dying.

Triggering a Meltdown event now requires 5 major facilities controlled and no longer awards linking of Warpgates.

Players will no longer occasionally hear friendly fire audio while on Oshur.

First-ever watercraft, the Corsair assault craft, available on Oshur.

New device unlocked from the Tactical Slot for underwater movement.

Continuation of the Summer Directive content.

Significant changes to the layout and lattice of Oshur.

Various bug fixes included in the update.

Enabled most infantry and MAX anti-infantry weapons for underwater combat on Oshur.

Outfit versus Outfit tournament returns in a 1v1 format on Nexus.

Patriotic new contrails for various vehicles available for 999 DBC from July 1 - July 31.

The Nomad-I Light Assault, Flare Guns, and Patriot Camo return throughout July.

Double Experience for ALL from July 1 - July 4.

A max-rank Icarus Jump Jet available to equip in your Light Assault's loadout screen, active throughout July.

The release of the second summer directive has been postponed until Surf and Storm releases, part 1 extended through July 5.

New Liberator cosmetics inspired by the F/A-18 Hornet available for 1499 DBC.

All players can enjoy Double EXP from July 1st through July 4th.

Decal updated to move away from hammer and sickle iconography.

Double Experience for Daybreak All-Access Members on June 24, 25, 26; July 29, 30, 31; August 26, 27, 28.

Daybreak All-Access members can enjoy Double EXP starting today through June 26th.

The first naval vessel in PlanetSide 2, a squad-spawnable patrol boat designed for quick transportation across Oshur's islands.

A new tactical slot device available for certification points to enhance movement in underwater environments.

Players can now engage in combat underwater, utilizing various infantry weapons and new seaposts for strategic gameplay.

A new 9-base map designed for the Outfit Wars tournament, featuring diverse terrains for strategic battles.

Outfit Wars returns with a new 1v1 format, allowing factions to compete against each other for rewards.

Discounted infantry weapons in the depot from June 17 - 19 for Father's Day weekend.

All players can enjoy Double EXP starting today through June 19th.

Double Experience for all players on June 17, 18, 19; July 7, 9, 10; August 5, 6, 7.

The Mega Soldier Soaker and Soldier Soaker sidearm are available during the Summer event.

40% off Infantry Weapons available June 17-19.

Introducing the Soldier Soaker sidearm and Mega Soldier Soaker for the summer event.

Various lattice links removed and added across multiple continents.

New cosmetics and Dive! vehicle horn available for purchase.

The Summer Fun event runs from June 15 - August 17, featuring new directives and bonuses.

Players can now send gifts to friends from the Depot.

Various bugs fixed including HUD indicators and weapon attachments.

Limited time event with anomalies spawning around the map and no nanite cost for aircraft.

Three separate Summer Directives will run for two weeks at a time, starting with Beach Head directive.

Players can now gift depot items to friends through a new gifting option.

Summer events have landed on Auraxis with double experience and new directives.

New rewards available each month through Summer Directives from June 15 to August 17.

New Summer Amphibious vehicle cosmetics available in the depot for a limited time.

Conducting network maintenance to address Connery-related server performance issues.

All Access Members can enjoy a Double XP weekend starting May 27th through May 29th.

Trees on Oshur no longer sometimes show purple edges.

Fixed an issue with vehicle shield generators not being togglable in the HUD settings menu.

NPCs no longer count toward the Engineer's Anti-Materiel Rifle directive.

Fixed an issue with certain main menu elements shrinking too much on smaller screen resolutions.

NS-66 Bumblebee's icon now shows a magazine.

Fixed alignment of currencies in terminal screens.

Hammerhead AMR now contributes progress to the Engineer's Anti-Materiel Rifle directive.

MKV-P Suppressed now has a standard laser sight, like equivalent weapons.

Fixed an issue preventing neighboring facility indicators from being togglable in the HUD settings menu.

Detailed server performance data is being analyzed to address ongoing performance issues.

New anti-materiel rifles added for each faction with unique capabilities.

Resolved issue with Darklight Flashlights revealing cloaks in first person.

A new directive line added for the Legacy update weapons.

Heavy Crossbows now appear in the My Stats screen.

Adjusted turbo costs for the Magrider to restore expected performance levels.

Reverted to legacy spawn rules with adjustments for performance.

Corrected typos associated with some Heavy Magazine attachment descriptions.

Added new tooltips for loading screens.

Added filtering option for Anti-Materiel Rifles in the Depot.

Resolved camera issue with the DV-XAT on the Dervish.

Changes to hipfire and ADS CoF bloom and movement speed multiplier.

Explosive damage now works in VR Training again.

New bundle offers a 6-month experience boost, exceptional implants, and cosmetic weapon skins.

All players can enjoy Double EXP starting today through May 26th.

From May 18 - May 26, all players will receive double experience.

Resolved exploit with the Spitfire Turret.

Added option to turn off many HUD indicators to reduce on-screen clutter.

Resolved issues associated with the DV-22T Lightweaver.

Resolved various issues related to the NS-66 Bumblebee.

Critical Chain now works with the NS-AM8 Shortbow.

Main Nav Menu updated based on player feedback with improved button placements.

Chimera CT2-20 HCG barrels now animate when firing.

NSO ANT's A2-20 HCG can now unlock the Ammunition Capacity cert line.

Adrenaline Shield's upgrade descriptions now match the ability's actual description.

Brawler's Extended Magazine no longer conflicts with optics.

Tactical Grenades/Mines now show 'Assists to Next' instead of 'Kills to Next' and can earn assist ribbons.

Viridian Genetics Lab's Ammunition Tower now provides ammunition.

New in-game Codex System added for mechanics, lore, and other useful knowledge accessible from the menu.

Modifications made to reduce the frequency of G15 errors and minimize downtime for affected players.

Underwater Weapons category renamed to Amphibious Rifles and Amphibious Sidearms.

Fixed various underbarrel related issues.

Added setting to disable auto-wielding of melee weapons when the melee key is held down.

Fixed audio and FX issues related to the HCG.

Oshur 'Underwater Travel' directive now counts correctly to 5000 hectometers.

Afterburner FX from Interceptors deployed by the Bastion Fleet Carrier are now visible again.

Same-faction targets no longer appear in firing lanes during VR Training.

Fortify implant now provides 20% small arms resistance and no longer protects from sniper rifles.

Exodus Flotilla Cannons no longer fire upon allied NSO Flash and Javelins.

Standardized effects for Explosive Ammunition impacting specific TR weapons with new damage metrics.

Revisions made to the network infrastructure surrounding the Connery server to address latency issues.

Various adjustments made to reload/overheat penalties and shots until overheat for multiple VS weapons.

Players can no longer achieve infinite afterburners.

Concussion Mines no longer cause a second placed mine to remove the first.

Defectors can no longer hit themselves when firing through the Seraph Shield.

Underbarrels added to many weapons that were intended to receive them during the Arsenal Update.

ANTs with the Deliverer Module now earn spawn experience.

Modernized look for the Main Navigation menu with new layout for boosts, currency, and settings.

Holding down the afterburner key while regenerating energy will apply boost correctly.

Players will be able to disable multiple HUD indicators.

Players will soon have the option to disable auto-knife wielding.

New updates to the Codex and Main Nav Menu set to go live on May 4th.

Made routing changes to resolve major connection issues for players using Deutsche Telekom ISP.

New cosmetics and empire-specific Anti-Materiel Rifles will be available in the Depot during the PlanetSide Legacy event.

Working on a feature to allow gifting DBC-purchasable items to friends.

New feature allowing players to form temporary local area groups during attacks or defenses.

Outfit Wars will return in a new 1v1 format on the continent of Nexus.

Updates to Trident Relays allowing defenders to reach the top dome.

Plans to expand underwater combat and introduce a naval vessel.

Added logging to help identify G15 connection issues and implemented a temporary fix to reduce occurrences.

All Access Members can enjoy a Double XP weekend starting April 22nd through April 24th.

All players can enjoy Double EXP starting today through April 10th.

EMP, Flash, Concussion, and Havoc grenades now all grant assist experience.

Havoc Mines no longer show the tactical grenade indicator above them.

Mines added in the last update no longer stick to surfaces.

Added additional logging to diagnose G15 error issues related to gateways getting into a bad state.

19A Fortuna, CB-ARX Newton, TRAC-Shot, Eclipse VE3A now have access to Soft Point Ammunition.

Updated the cert line description of Nano-armor Cloaking.

Continuing to investigate performance issues on high-pop servers, considering reintroducing spawn priority system adjustments.

Hitching should be resolved with this update's downtime due to a mismatch between data on certain environments.

NS-45P Pilot now has compensator and flash suppressor like its base weapon counterpart.

Heavy Magazine attachment no longer prevents rail attachments from being equipped and does not increase magazine size of underbarrel grenade launchers.

Compensators for the Eclipse VE3A, TRAC-Shot, and 19A Fortuna now operate as expected.

MG-A1 Arbalest now has proper barrel attachment models.

Addressing extremely high latency for players connecting from Asia and Australia, requesting players to submit tickets for further investigation.

Compensator's attachment description has been updated to properly convey the increased hipfire penalty.

Semi-auto shotguns now use the same Slug Ammunition as automatic shotguns, changing their damage from 600-400 to 475-300.

NSO's HCG turrets no longer have view model issues in first person while looking up.

The My Stats page has had the missing grenades added to it.

Double experience for all players will take place on Apr. 08, 09, and 10.

Equipping a laser sight on the 'Treasured' LA1 Anchor no longer conflicts with barrel attachments.

Earning a Flashbang Mine medal no longer also grants a Flashbang Grenade medal.

Discover unique fish on different continents and view size and weight leaderboards.

Complete fishing-related tasks to prove your worth and gain fishing permits.

All players can enjoy Double EXP starting today through April 3rd.

Players can now engage in fishing through the new Auraxis Anglers Society.

Equip your Schnoz mask from April 1st - April 3rd for +20% EXTRA XP.

Unlock the NS NanoCaster to scan and document fish in bodies of water.

Many weapons have been re-tuned for balance.

NSO players without active memberships will not be booted from outfits.

New mines added for each faction with unique effects.

All Black Market weapons can now be purchased with Daybreak Cash.

Legacy NSO outfits can now migrate members to a home faction.

Added HUD indicator for offensive tactical grenades.

New grenades for various classes with unique effects.

Significant changes to weapon archetypes and balance.

A massive addition of weapon attachments for customization.

Various vehicles received health and damage adjustments.

Effective radii and healing values for grenades have been adjusted.

Empire-specific top guns introduced for various vehicles.

Adjustments made to Nanoweave Armor and Adrenaline Shield.

All Access Members can enjoy a Double XP weekend starting March 25th through March 27th.

Power Knives will now require two body shots to achieve a kill.

Added 829 new attachments across 241 weapons, enhancing customization options.

Some less-used weapons will receive additional tuning beyond attachment changes.

Valkyrie will receive boosts in speed, damage output, and ammo capacity.

Chimera will gain additional health and main cannon damage.

Nanoweave's small arms resistance will be moved to sniper rifle resistance.

Shotguns are being overhauled for more consistent performance.

Introduced new Angled Forward Grips for all factions to reduce first shot recoil.

A new directive tree for Black Market weapons has been added.

Nano-Armor Cloak loses its passive 100 shield benefit.

ANT receives a 'Deliverer Module' and Galaxy gets a 'Lodestar Module' for new functionalities.

New top guns for each empire's main battle tank and other vehicles.

Introduction of empire-specific mines and class-specific grenades.

Adrenaline Shield's energy recovery will be reduced.

New Wyrdwood Bundle includes Druid title, Wyrdwood Outfit Decal, Wyrdwood Caubeen, and Wyrdwood Shillelagh.

Fix for the much requested deployable construction objects.

Includes NS-44 'Jackpot' Commissioner, Lucky Banner, Shamrock Contrails, Green Afterburner, and Danny Boy Horn.

St. Patrick's Day event runs from March 11 to 27, featuring new weapons and cosmetics.

New Wyrdwood Bundle includes Caubeens for all factions and the Wyrdwood Shillelagh melee weapon.

Massive bundle includes vehicle cosmetics, a profile banner, and the NS-44 'Jackpot' Commissioner.

Fixed an issue with certain rocks on Oshur preventing weapons from using ammo or dealing damage.

Fixed an issue where you could shoot through gaps in geo at Interlinks and Emerald Arboretum on Oshur.

Fixed an issue with NSO reload animations not playing correctly for certain weapon types.

The Ukraine flag decal can now be found in the Depot for 1 cert.

Fixed issues with some construction objects and smaller deployables not being placeable due to invalid line of sight checks.

Jumpjets in use underwater should no longer be heard by players outside of water.

Removed an invisible gravity pad at SolTech Charging Station on Amerish.

The NE-11 PML now has underwater audio.

X/Y/Z axis particle effects will no longer occasionally appear beneath players' feet.

Reduced the height of a lip on the upper portion of the Trident so players would be able to jump over it.

You can now see submerged forcefields and lumifiber underwater.

Underwater rifles now all have distinct audio.

Clicking on squad spawn locations that are still on spawn cooldown no longer allows you to bypass the timer.

All Access Members can enjoy a double XP weekend starting February 25th through February 27th.

Ability for players to purchase gifts for others on their friends list.

Introduction of a codex containing information about game mechanics and lore.

New continent with water mechanics, bases, and playstyle dynamics.

Enhancements to underwater combat capabilities and new aquatic warfare weapons.

Updates to the Nav Menu to align with newer visuals.

Plans for celebrating the 10-year milestone of the game.

Introduction of new weaponry options for Main Battle Tanks and Lightnings.

Launch of the first naval vehicle with its own weapon variety.

Outfits can form alliances to enhance cooperation and visibility of contributions.

Expansion and polishing of War Assets and Outfit Resources.

Usability improvements and introduction of Garrison Squads.

Outfits can customize their Bastion Fleet Carriers' weapons and visuals.

Introduction of empire-specific basilisk options for vehicles.

Return of Outfit Wars on a new snow-themed continent, Nexus.

Original NSO outfits will be able to align themselves to a faction.

Expansion of weapon attachments and customization options for infantry weapons.

Reavers no longer spin uncontrollably while underwater.

New bundle available for 2999 DBC, includes Seraphim HLX and various cosmetic items.

Connection territory to an enemy Flotilla now awards 34 Empire Strength on Oshur.

Guerilla Warfare mission no longer counts damage against inanimate objects; now requires 3000 damage to enemies.

Updated visuals for the Trident Relay mission board objects.

Heavy Crossbow no longer uses an explosive underwater impact effect unless using Fracture Bolts.

ANT has received additional speed while floating.

Using the Flash's Turbo no longer slows you down while floating.

Fixed an issue where waypoints could appear incorrectly on the minimap.

New heavy crossbow available for 1499 DBC, includes new audio and progress in the Exceptional V directive.

Lockon weaponry can no longer target vehicles in water deeper than 20 meters.

The Structure Shield Module now prevents damage from Cortium Bombs and other forms of damage that bypass armor.

New Conquest Alert triggers when continent population exceeds 800.

Added underwater detonation FX for Flash/Concussion grenades.

Fixed some pinched textures on the Tigerstrike Decimator.

Flailing is no longer allowed in no-construction areas on Oshur.

Bollards added to the bottom floor of all Oshur tower bases to prevent vehicle issues.

The WLT-Weaver has an updated description and no longer plays machinegun audio when firing.

Fixed an LoD issue on one of the large Oshur rocks that would cause it to disappear too quickly.

Trident Relays and Interlink Outposts now generate outfit resources.

Valentine's Day Events from Feb. 09 - Feb. 14, including Matchmaker missions and a special directive.

Fixed an empty chat line that could be created when a Mentor would speak in the chatbox.

Remote clients can now see when other vehicles use their afterburners.

Sunderer of Service and Galaxy of Service missions no longer require unlocking attachments for progress; daily missions no longer require vehicle acquisition.

Fixed various construction and deployable-related placement exploits.

War table NPC can now be found at the Southwest Flotilla.

There should no longer be a minimum of two continents unlocked at any time.

Valkyrie has received a large speed increase while submerged.

Fixed an issue where seat swapping in a vehicle could prevent firing above water.

Added a UI option to toggle the third person vehicle dot reticle.

Cortium respawn rate on Oshur increased by 50%.

Elysium Drill mission is now completable on Oshur; NE-11 PML can now be used underwater.

Galaxy now feels more weighty while submerged, slightly slower overall, and doesn't roll as quickly.

Sunderer Gate Shields no longer disappear before ~700 meters.

UBP-1 Starfish now triggers sidearm-related implants and objectives.

Routing Spires now show their possible placement area on the map and minimap.

Vehicle gunners can no longer fire while underwater.

Improvements made to Interlink Facilities to enhance defender gameplay.

Dervish Fire Suppression now heals 25% health over 5 seconds (175 health per second).

Underwater lighting effects no longer persist when teleporting to a different continent.

Capturing or defending Trident Relays now provides experience.

Positive feedback on the gameplay experience of the new continent, Oshur.

Fixed issue where weapon models would glow on the loadout screen.

Seapost K10 now appears on the map; K12 can now be captured.

Resolved issue with a 'fake' cortium vein north of Dekat Interlink.

Spawn room now features a sniper's perch on the top floor for better defense.

Resolved issue where firing from some rocks at Tannae Power wouldn't register hits.

Painfield should no longer kill friendlies who spawn into the spawn room.

New Tigerstrike Decimator available in the Depot, bundled with a new decal and banner until Feb. 28.

Resolved various animation issues related to underwater rifles.

Resolved issue with aircraft thrust not decaying properly when switching seats.

Global base respawn time reduced from 15 seconds to 12 seconds.

Imbanon, Dekat, and Anat Interlink now have functional teleporters to safe rooms.

Celebrate the lunar new year with the NS Tigerstrike Decimator, Year of the Tiger Banner, and Year of the Tiger Decal.

Third person vehicle reticle now shows for all vehicle passengers.

New Ammo Tower added to Sibo Interlink.

General cleanup of terrain and objects across the game.

Resolved issue with a broken Sunderer Garage shield at Mirror Bay Watchtower's eastern garage.

All Access Members can enjoy a double XP weekend starting January 28th through January 30th.

New directive line dedicated to the war for Oshur with rewards for completion.

Introduction of three new underwater rifles and one underwater pistol.

New Collections tab added to recover lost dog tags from the evacuation of Oshur.

Single-point infantry-capture bases designed as early communication hubs.

Massive spires that provide strategic advantages and count toward Empire Strength.

Complete re-engineering of vehicle, infantry, and projectile interactions with water.

Final chapter of the Distant Shores campaign available on Jan. 27.

A new, massive-scale continent introduced to PlanetSide 2 for the first time since 2014.

Scheduled auto-unlock of Oshur from Jan. 26 to Jan. 30 to allow players immediate access.

New base of operations with no Warpgates, featuring heavily armed fleet carriers.

Some bases have been adjusted based on community feedback, with plans for further improvements post-launch.

Resolved issues with vehicles firing ghost projectiles and losing control when entering water.

Chapter 02 is now available for testing without needing to complete Chapter 01.

The lattice is now fully maneuverable and the out of bounds area has been adjusted.

Optimizations made to props on the map to improve performance during high player counts.

The three spires located in open water are now available for combat as 3-point capture bases.

Changes made to mitigate audio drop out issues during playtests, though not fully resolved.

Resolved an issue where low and medium graphical settings caused certain assets not to render textures.

All relevant bases now have Sunderer No-Deploy Zones and many bases are fitted with Sunderer Garage Shields.

Test Build 01 is currently lacking Trident Relay model and some base assets are offline.

Test Build 02 includes implemented Trident Relays and all bases are fully functional.

Oshur will auto-unlock over the first and possibly second weekend after its release.

Air vehicles now behave correctly in water in Test Build 02.

Public playtests for the new continent Oshur will begin soon, allowing players to provide feedback.

Participation in playtests will unlock profile banners as rewards.