What changed in Ready or Not in 2023

Tweaks and improvements to audio.

Incorrect customization for clients in multiplayer during SWAT van intro.

SWAT AI sometimes got stuck when the door was locked.

SWAT AI sometimes stopped too early when checking a closet/bed.

Rare instances of suspect AI aiming directly at a target’s head after not seeing them for a while.

Spawn point selection would reset when player changed loadout or opened the tablet.

Rare instances of the gas mask overlay persisting have been fixed.

Healing animations were not playing in third person.

AI focused on a player would exhibit snappy motion when surrendering.

SWAT AI could not search and secure rooms behind closed doors after completing the 'Bring order to chaos' objective.

Loadout presets were not properly applying to SWAT AI.

SWAT AI was unable to continue with a breach if a door blocked a stack up point.

SWAT AI sometimes sorted incorrectly when clearing, causing an officer with a shield to not go first.

Game did not properly pause when player pressed escape.

Command was visible even if the officer had no shield.

Civilians would freeze in place after being killed/incapacitated.

Players can now spectate SWAT AI clearing a level autonomously after death.

Added a command to enhance player immersion when aiming at the floor, wall, or empty space.

Timers did not advance after player death.

Animation related issues for AI fleeing or being stunned by gas have been resolved.

Suspect AI would continuously blind fire when in cover.

Issues with the character model on importer have been resolved.

Game ended immediately when player died, making it impossible to spectate SWAT AI.

Enhancements to the Ready up widget in the top left after a mission is selected.

Gathering feedback on features like Commander Mode and Suspect AI for future refinements.

Hotfixes being urgently prepared for bugs and performance issues following the 1.0 launch.

A high-level public roadmap detailing future development plans will be released after the holiday break.

Focus on fixing bugs and performance issues that arose during the 1.0 launch.

An eventual substantial 1.1 update is planned for future release.

Extensive options for customizing character appearance.

Next-generation AI capable of realistic room clearing.

Seven new maps including 'Elephant', 'Rust Belt', and 'Sins'.

Game size reduced from 100GB to approximately 60GB.

An immersive single player experience tying together all game elements with new progression features.

New language support for in-game texts including Chinese and German.

Overhauled UI for main menu and settings.

Updated ammunition properties for better gameplay consistency.

Includes MCX Assault Rifle, LVAR Assault Rifle, and more.

Complete redo of visual effects including muzzle flashes and impact effects.

Punishes teams for unsafe actions, affecting officer availability.

New system for realistic sound reflections and occlusion.

Players can quit missions early by safely exfiltrating from their spawn point.

Armor mechanics updated for better consistency and durability.

A permadeath-style option for hardcore players with cosmetic rewards.

Diegetic UI for mission objectives, briefings, and team communication.

Complete overhaul of most missions from Early Access.

Introduction of an immersive single-player campaign mode.

Significant increase in the number of missions available.

Introduction of more content and customization options.

Introduced training ammunition for use in training areas with MK18 rifle and G19 pistol.

Added new audio for various weapons to enhance realism.

Revamped ammunition values for tissue damage, armor penetration, and cover penetration.

Updated models for the 870MCS Breaching Shotgun, UMP45 SMG, M45A1 pistol, and MPX SMG.

Introduced MCX rifle, LVAR rifle, F90 rifle, Supernova shotgun, UMP9 SMG, TLE 1911, and TPL Less-Lethal launcher.

SWAT AI has improved usage of less-lethal weapons against suspects.

SWAT AI can automatically secure and report civilians, suspects, and evidence.

Players can micromanage how officers stack up, including left, right, split, and swapping positions.

Newly overhauled SWAT AI teammates debut with advanced capabilities.

SWAT AI can now use door rams and grenade launchers for breaching.

SWAT AI can adjust their formation based on obstacles in the environment.

SWAT AI automatically swaps to their secondary weapon when out of primary ammo.

SWAT AI now provides voice callouts for open doorways and suspect actions.

SWAT AI now employs realistic clearing tactics, including dynamic and limited penetration techniques.

SWAT AI can now use four different formations: single file, double file, diamond, and wedge.

SWAT AI has improved accuracy when deploying grenades.

A new campaign mode featuring progressive mission unlocks, permadeath, and a roster system.

A large number of unique behavioral traits for officers that impact gameplay.

In Ironman mode, your save will be deleted if you die.

Mission conduct outcomes affect the mental health of officers, potentially causing them to quit.

30-40 new interactable audio narrative devices added to the game.

Description of federal law enforcement organizations present in the narrative.

Over 5 new areas in the station with revamped existing areas like the firing range.

Missions for Single Player unlock one after another in order of completion.

Customizable modular license plates for vehicles to enhance storytelling.

Single Player playthroughs will have permadeath for each of your officers.

Introduction of reportables that allow players to report entire rooms and large objects as evidence, enhancing gameplay flow.

Complete redesign of the Port map with a new layout and gameplay focus, emphasizing outdoor environments and increased difficulty.

New option to outline dropped weapons nearby, making evidence collection more accessible.

Revised Farm map focusing on above-ground combat with a new emphasis on CQB and strategic entry points.

Narrative, design, and art updates to the Dealer map, introducing multiple entry points and a tense environment.

New invisible volumes to optimize player and AI movement through levels.

New AI units that provide auxiliary support by extracting secured civilians and suspects after a mission.

Enhancements to visual effects including muzzle flare and vehicle destruction systems.

Enhancements to CS gas, VKS pepperball launcher, and pepper spray for more realistic tactical usage.

Changed to indirect fire with OC powder clouds that affect NPCs and players for tactical usage.

Pepper spray now causes reduced accuracy and morale drop instead of full stun for suspects.

Significant improvements to the Farm level to enhance story and gameplay.

CS gas now serves as area denial equipment with longer duration and improved logic for targeting.

Recorded over 100 new death animations, 25 new movesets, and 90 new world building animations to enhance gameplay realism.

SWAT AI will reflect their military training through unique animation behaviors.

Enhanced variations for suspect AI including fake surrenders, melee, and hostage taking.

Improved weapon transitions for a more natural gameplay experience.

Introduced 20 variations of trained officers making arrests to improve gameplay experience.

New run animations tailored for different character physiques to enhance realism.

Suspects will react more naturally to player actions, including surrendering or cowering.

A new Suspect AI system is being developed to enhance gameplay realism and challenge.

A new spawn grouping system will manage AI spawn density to optimize gameplay flow.

Players must consider the consequences of shooting non-hostile suspects, promoting de-escalation.

AI will have the freedom to improvise and re-approach situations, enhancing combat dynamics.

Addition of tactical masks to the customization options for players.

Introduction of a shoe customization option to enhance character agility.

An early preview of the upcoming customization system allowing players to choose various clothing combinations.

Players can choose from a long list of gloves to customize their character's appearance.

Players can customize their characters with various types and colors of glasses.

A new map called Streamer will be available with the 1.0 release.

A new map featuring a penthouse suite with tough hostiles, inspired by an assassination attempt on a US Lawmaker.

AI in the new map will have the ability to deploy non-lethal throwables, adding a new challenge for players.

Starting next month, monthly video devlogs will provide deeper insights into game development.

A new map featuring a stormy night setting with civilians escaping carnage.

A scattered settlement map located deep in a forest, designed for long-range engagements.

A dark meat processing plant map with numerous hiding spots for threats.

Issues with Teammate and Suspect AI, interactions, and behavior are being addressed.

PvP is confirmed to return post 1.0, aiming for a cohesive co-op experience first.

A map based on border-crossing drug tunnels is in development.

The Station and Dealership maps are being entirely refurbished.

The school map is being developed under the new name 'Campus' and will be released with other maps.

StenTheAwesome's Hot Coffee features two scenarios, winning third place in the mapping contest.

Sanctums Deceit, designed by Reap, Matthew9324, and Xeph, wins the contest with advanced features and lore.

RareKiwi's Operation Falcon Hour, a detailed recreation from Rainbow Six 3: Raven Shield, takes second place.

A new sound management system that improves sound directionality, volume, and occlusion for better gameplay experience.

New sound management allows for better identification of sound sources, reducing confusion in sound location.

The new sound manager is 3x faster than the previous method, improving overall performance.

The surveillance and information gathering suites have been updated to enhance gameplay experience.

Introduction of a Utility-Based AI System that allows for more dynamic and realistic AI behavior based on environmental factors.

The first part of the rework for the Station map has been launched, featuring improved aesthetics and layout.

Future updates will include more nooks and crannies to explore in the Station, potentially with easter eggs.

The shooting range has been redesigned for a more open and spacious layout.

A modification for the B1301 shotgun, featuring the Browning Auto-5.

A remaster of the classic SWAT 4 map, featuring selectable spawns and integrated map.

A port of a classic map providing challenges with large sightlines and size.

A mod introducing the K2C1, the service rifle of the South Korean military, replacing the MK16.

A mod featuring the Sig MCX Spear, a civilian version of the US Military XM7 rifle, replacing the GA416.

An AI-focused mod that changes aspects of both hostile and friendly AI for dynamic gameplay.

New elements in the map reflect the decay of the city and the crimes of the Traffickers.

The Dealership map features improved lighting and more populated areas with details to enhance immersion.

The internal layout of the Dealership map has been upgraded for better flow and navigation.

NPCs can now display various states of movement, including walking with weapons down while investigating, enhancing realism.

NPCs now have a more natural movement system that incorporates acceleration and blending between walking, jogging, and sprinting animations.

Updated Mod.IO page to display all mods instead of limiting to 100.

Resolved issues with 'Into the Void' decals when equipping a shotgun.

Enhancements made to improve performance when running in DirectX 12.

Improvements to the game's lighting system to enhance visual quality.

Collaboration to support and compensate content creators more effectively.

Enhanced modding experience through integration with the mod.io platform.

Notable maps include the raid on Voll health house and the Neon Tomb club.

Includes the PDW class with the MP7 and P90, and the modernized Mk18 version of the M4.