What changed in Romero's Aftermath in 2015

200 updates · 32 main milestones · Sep 24, 2015 to Dec 21, 2015

  1. 6 events
    Unique Icon for Civilian Reputationui ux

    Civilian reputation now has its own unique icon.

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    Unique Icon for Civilian Reputationui ux

    Civilian reputation now has its own unique icon.

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    Correct Reputation for Lawmen Killing Lawmenbalance change

    Lawmen using a Sheriff badge now applies the correct amount of reputation upon killing another lawman.

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    Correct Reputation for Lawmen Killing Lawmenbalance change

    Lawmen using a Sheriff badge now applies the correct amount of reputation upon killing another lawman.

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    Aggressors Logout Delay in Safezonesgameplay

    Aggressors can no longer instantly log out once inside a safezone, they must wait 10 seconds.

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    Aggressors Logout Delay in Safezonesgameplay

    Aggressors can no longer instantly log out once inside a safezone, they must wait 10 seconds.

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  2. 18 events
    Reputation System OverhaulgameplayMilestone

    Reputation system now includes bandits and lawmen, with new icons and rules for aggression.

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    Legendary Servers Changesgameplay

    No time restrictions, base building allowed, and 200% loot spawn rates on Legendary servers.

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    PVP Servers Changesgameplay

    No time restriction, base building allowed, and 100% loot spawn rates on all PVP servers.

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    Help Command Updateui ux

    Added new command for /status to the help menu.

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    Holiday Cosmetics Addedseasonal event

    Special festive crates now drop containing character cosmetics and weapon skins.

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    Reputation System RevampgameplayMilestone

    Reputation system updated with new icons and rules for aggressors.

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    PVP Server Changesgameplay

    No time restrictions, base building allowed, and 100% loot spawn rates on all PVP servers.

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    Trade UI Improvementsui ux

    Fixed display error, added greyscale effect until accept button is clickable, and added animation on accept.

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    New Armor Iconsnew content

    Two new armor icons display next to player names upon mouse over.

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    Help Command Updateui ux

    Added new command for /status to the help menu.

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    Holiday Cosmetics Addedseasonal event

    Special festive crates dropping containing character cosmetics and weapon skins.

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    Trade UI Improvementsui ux

    Fixed display error, added greying out feature, and animation for trade acceptance.

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    PVE Servers Changesgameplay

    No time restriction, base building allowed, and 50% loot spawn rates on all PVE servers.

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    New Armor Iconsnew content

    Two new armor icons display next to player names upon mouse over.

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    PVE Server Changesgameplay

    No time restrictions, base building allowed, and 50% loot spawn rates on all PVE servers.

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    Legendary Server Changesgameplay

    No time restrictions, base building allowed, and 200% loot spawn rates on Legendary PVE and PVP servers.

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    Server Channels Combinedgameplay

    Novice and veteran servers have been combined into one server type.

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    Server Channels Combinedgameplay

    Novice and veteran servers have been combined into one server type.

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  3. 2 events
    Server Merge Announcementnetwork

    Consolidation of servers into 15 EU & 15 US PVE servers and 10 EU & 10 US PVP servers.

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    Server Merge Announcementnetwork

    Consolidation of servers into 15 EU & 15 US PVE servers and 10 EU & 10 US PVP servers.

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  4. 8 events
    Adjusted zombie spawn rate in Lutonbalance change

    Corrected the spawn rate of zombies in Luton, which were spawning 2x faster than normal.

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    Changed liberation status visibilityui ux

    Liberation status is now only displayed to players within a liberation radius, making it harder to grief liberators.

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    Liberation status visibility changesui ux

    Liberation status is no longer displayed to all players on the map; players must be within a liberation radius to see the current status of the town.

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    Fixed teleporting players issuebug fixMilestone

    Resolved issues with teleporting players being unable to damage zombies, unable to damage players, and server crashes related to this.

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    Reduced zombie wandering in Luton, Bamburg & Kosvalebalance change

    Zombies in Luton, Bamburg & Kosvale are now less likely to wander into nearby forest/desert areas.

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    Adjusted zombie spawn rate in Lutonbalance change

    Zombies in Luton were spawning 2x faster than normal and this has been corrected.

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    Reduced zombie wandering in Luton, Bamburg & Kosvalebalance change

    Zombies in Luton, Bamburg & Kosvale are now less likely to wander into the nearby forest / desert.

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    Fixed teleporting players issuebug fixMilestone

    Resolved issues with teleporting players being unable to damage zombies and players, and server crashes related to this.

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  5. 4 events
    Fixed PVP aggressor bugbug fix

    Resolved issue where a player killing a PVP aggressor would become one themselves.

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    Fixed rare server crash due to claim flagbug fix
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    Fixed bug with PVP aggressor causing unintended player status changebug fix
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    Fixed rare server crash due to claim flagbug fix
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  6. 24 events
    Changed harvesting button prompt to Yui ux
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    Fixed player collision blocking doorways after deathbug fix
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    Changed harvesting button prompt to Yquality of life
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    PVP aggressors can be killed in safezonesgameplayMilestone

    Shooting a PVP aggressor does not flag you as an aggressor.

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    Spawn at closest base location after death if multiple bases existgameplay
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    Fixed invisible traps, mines, and no collision barricadesbug fix
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    Fixed invisible traps, mines, and no collision barricadesbug fix
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    PVP aggressors can now be killed in safezonesgameplayMilestone

    Shooting a PVP aggressor does not flag you as an aggressor.

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    Fixed repeating machine gun helicopter soundbug fix
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    Death notifications in group now display name, weapon, and distancebug fix
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    Fixed Compass not working when taken from GIbug fix
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    Fixed repeating machine gun helicopter soundbug fix
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    Fixed Compass functionality when taken from GIbug fix
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    Fixed inability to place Claim Statues after timer expiresbug fix
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    Fixed item loss when destroying storage boxesbug fix
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    Death notifications in group now display name, weapon, and distancebug fix
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    Fixed consumable item display in quickslotsbug fix
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    Fixed consumable item display in quickslotsbug fix
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    Spawn at closest base location after death if multiple bases existgameplay
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    Fixed destruction of sleeping bags outside Base boundariesbug fix
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    Fixed destruction of sleeping bags outside base boundariesbug fix
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    Fixed item loss when destroying storage boxesbug fix
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    Fixed player collision blocking doorways after deathbug fix
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    Fixed issue with placing Claim Statues after timer expiresbug fix
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  7. 12 events
    Handgun Silencer Attachment Fixbug fix

    Fixed issue where handgun silencers were not properly attaching to Kruger.

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    Handgun Silencer Attachment Fixbug fix

    Fixed issue where handgun silencers were not properly attaching to Kruger.

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    CDN Server Issue Resolvedbug fix

    An issue with the patcher CDN servers has been resolved.

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    Respawn Location Bug Fixbug fixMilestone

    Fixed bug where sometimes you would respawn exactly where you died.

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    Death Notifications in Group Chatui ux

    Death related notifications are now displayed in group chat for players that are grouped.

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    Respawn Location Bug Fixbug fixMilestone

    Fixed bug where sometimes you would respawn exactly where you died.

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    Iced Kruger Renamedchanges

    Iced Kruger renamed to Bumble Bee Kruger to better fit its color pattern.

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    CDN Server Issue Resolvedbug fix

    An issue with the patcher CDN servers has been resolved.

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    Iced Kruger Renamedchanges

    Iced Kruger renamed to Bumble Bee Kruger to better fit its color pattern.

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    Death Notifications in Group Chatui ux

    Death related notifications are now displayed in group chat for players that are grouped.

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    Rubber-Banding Issue Resolvedbug fix

    Fixed a rubber-banding issue for players with high ping.

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    Rubber-Banding Issue Resolvedbug fix

    Fixed a rubber-banding issue for players with high ping.

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  8. 8 events
    Fixed crash related to global inventory item swappingbug fixMilestone
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    Fixed crash related to global inventory item swappingbug fixMilestone
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    Fixed crash related to disabling grassbug fixMilestone
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    Fixed lack of reward in Bamburg PVE liberationbug fix
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    Fixed crash related to disabling grassbug fixMilestone
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    New option to hide from player listui ux

    Tab menu now has an option to hide yourself. Type /leave to hide and /join to reappear.

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    Fixed lack of reward in Bamburg PVE liberationbug fix
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    New option to hide from player listui ux

    Tab menu now has an option to hide yourself. Type /leave to hide and /join to reappear.

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  9. 16 events
    Key Bindings Bug Fixbug fix

    Fixed a bug related to key bindings.

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    Window Collision Fix in Stawfordbug fix

    Fixed window collision issues on the 5-story building in Stawford.

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    Steam Update for .exe Renaming Errorbug fix

    Applied a Steam update to resolve the .exe renaming error.

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    Global Inventory Item Swap Crash Fixbug fix

    Fixed a crash related to swapping items in the Global Inventory.

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    New Player Menunew content

    Introduced a new player menu accessible by pressing Tab.

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    Hollow Building Fix in Stawfordbug fix

    Fixed a hollow building issue in Stawford.

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    Key Bindings Bug Fixbug fix

    Fixed a bug related to key bindings.

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    Global Inventory Item Swap Crash Fixbug fix

    Fixed a crash that occurred when swapping items in the Global Inventory.

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    Improved Group Invite Systemui ux

    Sending and accepting group invites is now easier with the new Tab menu.

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    New Server Commandnew content

    Added command /server to show the current server.

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    Steam Update for .exe Renaming Errorbug fix

    Applied a Steam update to resolve the .exe renaming error.

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    New Server Commandnew content

    Added command /server to display the current server.

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    Hollow Building Fix in Stawfordbug fix

    Fixed a hollow building issue in Stawford.

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    Window Collision Fix in Stawfordbug fix

    Resolved window collision issues on the 5-story building in Stawford.

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    Improved Group Invitesquality of life

    Simplified the process of sending and accepting group invites with the new Tab menu.

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    New Player Menunew content

    Added a new player menu accessible by pressing Tab.

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  10. 16 events
    Deadline for Base RemovalgameplayMilestone

    Players have until November 30th to remove their bases to avoid losing them.

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    Server Consolidation Announcementnetwork

    Certain servers will be removed on December 1st, 2015, requiring players to move their items off these servers.

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    New Message System for Announcementsui ux

    Introduced a new message system that displays a message only once upon game launch for patch notes and announcements.

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    100% Return on Dismantling Base Objectsquality of life

    Players will receive a full return of resources when dismantling base objects starting today.

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    Map Theme Change to WoodlandworldMilestone

    The map theme will shift to a forest/woodland/rolling hills theme, with only 10-15% remaining desert themed.

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    Deadline for Base RemovalgameplayMilestone

    Players have until November 30th to remove their bases to avoid losing them after the December 1st patch.

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    Server Consolidation Announcementnetwork

    Certain servers will be removed on December 1st, 2015, requiring players to move their items.

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    Removed Halloween Night Skyvisuals

    The Halloween themed night sky has been removed from the game.

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    Map Theme Change to WoodlandworldMilestone

    The map theme will shift to a forest/woodland/rolling hills theme, with only 10-15% remaining desert themed.

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    New Message System for Announcementsui ux

    Introduced a new message system that displays a message only once upon game launch, useful for patch notes and announcements.

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    Item Quantity Specification in Storeshop

    Players can now specify the quantity of items they wish to acquire in the store.

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    Removed Halloween Night Skyvisuals
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    Deployable Items Persistence Displayquality of life

    Deployable items like gardens and animal traps now show how long they will persist until despawn.

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    Base Dismantling Return Policyquality of life

    Players will receive a 100% return when dismantling base objects starting today.

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    Deployable Items Persistence Displaygameplay

    Deployable items like gardens and animal traps now show how long they will persist until despawn.

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    Specify Item Quantity in Storeshop

    Players can now specify the quantity of an item they wish to acquire in the store.

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  11. 10 events
    Fixed shadow render distance savingbug fix

    Fixed shadow render distance not saving in the options menu.

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    Fixed shadow render distance savingbug fix

    Fixed shadow render distance not saving in the options menu.

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    Trick or Treat Stash Boxes Spawnseasonal event

    Special Trick or Treat stash boxes will spawn around the world starting October 30th.

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    Trick or Treat Stash Boxes Spawnseasonal event

    Special Trick or Treat stash boxes will begin spawning around the world starting October 30th.

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    Dropped resources if backpack is fullgameplay

    If you dismantle a base object and do not have enough room in your backpack for the resources, they will be dropped on the ground.

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    Fixed patch download issuebug fix

    Issue where players were unable to download the patch has been fixed

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    Fixed patch download issuebug fix

    Issue where players were unable to download the patch has been fixed

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    Dismantle build menu structuresgameplayMilestone

    You can now dismantle a build menu placed structure by having a wrench equipped and holding V on the base object. Full resources returned within 600 seconds.

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    Dismantle build menu structuresgameplayMilestone

    You can now dismantle a build menu placed structure by having a wrench equipped and holding V on the base object. Full resources returned within 600 seconds.

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    Dropped resources when backpack is fullgameplay

    If you dismantle a base object and do not have enough room in your backpack for the resources, they will be dropped on the ground.

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  12. 16 events
    Halloween 100% Bonus GC Saleseasonal event

    Celebrate Halloween with a 100% bonus on GC purchases.

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    Resolved sky texture crash issuebug fix

    Sky texture crash issue should be resolved.

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    Fixed item weight issuebug fix

    Item weight has been fixed since last patch had a bug with it.

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    Removed spike stripbalance change

    Spike strip has been removed.

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    Fixed server crashbug fixMilestone

    Fixed a server crash.

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    Resolved yellow storage container inaccessibilitybug fix

    Fixed yellow storage container inaccessibility issue; old containers must be destroyed.

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    Spike strip removedbalance change

    Spike strip has been removed from the game.

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    Additional shadow optimizationsperformance

    Implemented additional shadow optimizations.

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    Generic case key introducedchanges

    Case keys for various editions have been replaced by a single 'Generic' case key.

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    Additional shadow optimizationsperformance

    Implemented additional shadow optimizations.

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    Halloween 100% Bonus GC Saleseasonal event

    Celebrate Halloween with a 100% bonus on GC purchases.

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    Fixed server crashbug fixMilestone

    Fixed a server crash.

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    Resolved yellow storage container inaccessibilitybug fix

    Fixed yellow storage container inaccessibility issue; old containers will need to be destroyed.

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    Resolved sky texture crash issuebug fix

    Sky texture crash issue should be resolved.

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    Fixed item weight bugbug fix

    Item weight has been fixed since last patch had a bug with it.

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    Unified case key for weapon caseschanges

    Case keys for multiple weapon cases have been replaced by a single 'Generic' case key.

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  13. 20 events
    Grass Settings Related Crashes Fixedbug fix

    Fixed many crashes related to grass settings.

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    New Halloween Weapon Skinsnew content

    1 Halloween Weapon skin for the MX-TAC and 1 for the SCAR-X10.

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    Fixed /roll Commandbug fix

    The /roll command has been fixed.

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    New Halloween Cosmeticsnew content

    3 new Halloween Shirt cosmetics, 1 Jacket cosmetic, 3 new Mask cosmetics, 1 Scarf cosmetic, and 1 new Helmet cosmetic.

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    New Halloween Weapon Skinsnew content

    Added Halloween Weapon skins for the MX-TAC and SCAR-X10.

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    New Spooky Case and Keynew content

    New Halloween themed series of 'Spooky Case' and 'Spooky Key' available.

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    Updated Graphics Options Menuui ux

    Updated graphics options menu with more information available online.

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    New Trick or Treat Chestnew content

    New chest spawning in the world containing valuable items and Halloween cosmetics.

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    New Halloween Updatesseasonal event

    Introduction of various Halloween themed content.

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    Grass Settings Related Crashes Fixedbug fix

    Many crashes related to grass settings have been fixed.

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    Ping Display Updateui ux

    Pressing F9 now shows your ping.

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    Ping Display Updateui ux

    Pressing F9 now shows your ping.

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    New Spooky Case and Keynew content

    Halloween themed series of 'Spooky Case' & 'Spooky Key' now available.

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    New Trick or Treat Chestnew content

    New chest spawning in the world containing valuable items and Halloween cosmetics.

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    Novice Server Migration Reminderquality of life

    Players with 20+ hours must migrate to Veteran servers.

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    Fixed /roll Commandbug fix

    The /roll command has been fixed.

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    Updated Graphics Options Menuui ux

    The graphics options menu has been updated.

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    Novice Server Migration Reminderquality of life

    Players with 20+ hours must migrate to Veteran servers.

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    New Halloween Updatesseasonal eventMilestone

    Introduction of Halloween themed content and collectibles.

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    New Halloween Cosmeticsnew content

    Added 3 new Halloween Shirt cosmetics, 1 Jacket cosmetic, 3 new Mask cosmetics, 1 Scarf cosmetic, and 1 Helmet cosmetic.

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  14. 8 events
    Shadow Optimization Updateperformance

    Updated new shadow optimization that should be 10-15% faster

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    Building Boundaries Particle Updatevisuals

    Building boundaries particle updated to properly reflect the land you have claimed

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    UI Responsiveness Bug Fixbug fixMilestone

    Fixed bug with shadows that would cause UI to become unresponsive and not displaying status effects, health, liquids etc.

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    Building Boundaries Particle Updatevisuals

    Building boundaries particle updated to properly reflect the land you have claimed

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    Safe Zone Idle Crash Fixbug fixMilestone

    Fixed crash that could happen while idle in a safe zone

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    Shadow Optimization Updateperformance

    Updated new shadow optimization that should be 10-15% faster

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    UI Unresponsive Bug Fixbug fixMilestone

    Fixed bug with shadows that would cause UI to become unresponsive and not displaying status effects, health, liquids etc.

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    Safe Zone Idle Crash Fixbug fixMilestone

    Fixed crash that could happen while idle in a safe zone

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  15. 4 events
    Fixed critical memory leak in inventory/customize screensbug fixMilestone

    Resolved an issue causing lower FPS when opening and closing these menus repeatedly.

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    Fixed crash related to Gamesettings.ini corruptionbug fix
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    Fixed crash related to Gamesettings.ini corruptionbug fix
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    Fixed critical memory leak in inventory/customize screensbug fix

    Resolved an issue that caused lower FPS when opening and closing these menus repeatedly.

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  16. 10 events
    Corrected MRE Food Item Spawn Issuebug fix

    Found issue with MRE food item not spawning in the world and it has been corrected.

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    Weapon Skins Crate Edition 3 Now Spawningnew content
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    Fixed Frequent Disconnect Issuebug fix
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    New /roll Command for Loot Distributionnew content

    Added new command - /roll - to allow players in a group to roll for loot.

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    Ammunition Drop Rate Increasedbalance changeMilestone

    100% of ammunition now drops on death instead of 50% being destroyed and the other 50% dropping.

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    New /roll Command for Loot Distributionnew content

    Added new command - /roll - When in group other players will see what random number you have rolled.

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    Weapon Skins Crate Edition 3 Now Spawningnew content
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    Corrected MRE Food Item Spawn Issuebug fix

    Found issue with MRE food item not spawning in the world and it has been corrected.

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    Ammunition Drop Rate Increasedbalance changeMilestone

    100% of ammunition now drops on death instead of 50% being destroyed.

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    Fixed Frequent Disconnect Issuebug fix
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  17. 12 events
    Group Invitation Changesgameplay

    Anyone can now invite to group, not just the group leader.

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    Fixed Floor Collision in Barnsbug fix

    Fixed floor collision for 2 barns near Frendale.

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    Novice PVP Servers Grace Period Extendedgameplay

    Grace period increased to 20 hours of gameplay, up from 15 hours.

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    New Mute Commands Addednew content

    Commands include /mute, /unmute, /muteall, and /unmuteall.

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    Fixed Floor Collision in Barnsbug fix

    Fixed floor collision for 2 barns near Frendale.

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    Hitbox Model Issue Resolvedbug fix

    Fixed hitbox model issue when crouched or prone.

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    Group Invitation Changesgameplay

    Anyone can now invite to group, not just the group leader.

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    Grace Period Increased for Novice PVP Serversbalance change

    Novice PVP servers now have a grace period of 20 hours of gameplay, up from 15 hours.

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    Time Restraints Removed from Novice PVP Serversgameplay

    Time restraints have been removed for 7 days to allow players to transition to Veteran PVP servers.

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    Time Restraints Removed from Novice PVP Serversbalance change

    Time restraints have been removed for the next 7 days to allow players to graduate to Veteran PVP servers.

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    New Mute Commands Addednew content

    Commands include /mute, /unmute, /muteall, and /unmuteall.

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    Hitbox Model Issue Resolvedbug fix

    Fixed hitbox model issue when crouched or prone.

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  18. 6 events
    Romero's Aftermath Open Beta Releasenew contentMilestone

    The game is now available for all players to download and play for free.

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    Survival Skills and Gameplay MechanicsgameplayMilestone

    Players can battle zombies, compete against other survivalists, and use skills like trapping and cooking.

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    Cosmetic Items and Customizationsstore

    Players can purchase cosmetic skins and customizations, but all items can also be acquired through gameplay.

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    Cosmetic Items and Customizationsstore

    Players can purchase cosmetic skins and customizations, but all items can also be acquired through gameplay.

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    Survival Skills and Gameplay MechanicsgameplayMilestone

    Players can battle zombies, compete against other survivalists, and utilize skills like trapping and cooking.

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    Romero's Aftermath Open Beta Releasenew contentMilestone

    The game is now available for all players to download and play for free.

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