What changed in Sniper Elite 4 in 2017
232 updates · 32 main milestones · Feb 23, 2017 to Jul 18, 2017
- 51 eventsClear All Collectibles Option Addedquality of life
New options to reset and replay missions by clearing collectibles.
SteamFire Damage in Headshots-Only Modebug fixFire should now cause damage to players in headshots-only mode.
SteamSix New Axis Character Skinsnew contentSix new Axis character skins from Deathstorm can now be unlocked for use in Multiplayer.
SteamArtillery Spotters Behavior Fixbug fixArtillery spotters no longer slide around while firing their flare.
SteamDedicated Server Documentation UpdatesystemUpdated dedicated server command reference documentation.
SteamAI Targeting Fix in Survivalbug fixAI continue to target incapacitated players in Survival until they are fully incapacitated.
SteamSuppressed Shot Radar Fixbug fixFix so firing any suppressed shot won’t ping location on enemy radar.
SteamDeathstorm Part 3: Obliteration Campaign Releasednew contentMilestoneFinal chapter in the new three-part campaign set in World War 2 Germany.
SteamCapture-the-Flag Fixesbug fixVarious capture-the-flag fixes to prevent flag pickup from appearing inside geometry or sliding around the level.
SteamAI Aggression Adjustmentbalance changeAI Aggression will make the AI never give up searching once alerted if set to Authentic Plus.
SteamTagging Fix for AI Itemsbug fixTagging hats and binoculars dropped by AI no longer tags the AI that dropped them.
SteamRemember Zoom Level in Scope/Binocularsquality of lifeOption added to remember the zoom level when entering scope/binoculars.
SteamNew Survival Map: Facilitynew contentA new survival map, Facility, is now available for both solo-survival and up to 4-player co-op.
SteamMelee Kill Prompt Fixbug fixFixed melee kill prompt that occasionally stopped being allowed for some players.
SteamClient Connection IP DisplaynetworkShow the IP of the client connections in the player list for remote RCON.
SteamSuppressed Shot Radar Ping Fixbug fixFiring any suppressed shot won’t ping location on enemy radar.
SteamCustom Reticle Selection for Rifle Scopesquality of lifePlayers can now select custom reticles for their rifle scopes.
SteamConvoy Vehicle Behavior Fixbug fixVehicles in convoy should wait until the vehicle in front is fully destroyed before resuming their route.
SteamAuthentic Plus Difficulty Optionsnew contentNew 'Authentic Plus' difficulty options added for an increased level of challenge.
SteamNew Multiplayer Map: Bunkernew contentA new multiplayer map, Bunker, is now available for all owners of the game.
SteamDedicated Server ImprovementsnetworkAdded Server.KickBanSteamID command for banning by Steam ID.
SteamArtillery Spotter Behavior Fixbug fixArtillery spotters no longer slide around while firing their flare.
SteamMelee Kill Prompt Fixbug fixFixed melee kill prompt that occasionally stopped being allowed for some players.
SteamFire Damage in Headshots-Only Modebug fixFire now causes damage to players in headshots-only mode.
SteamVehicle Firing Behavior Fixbug fixVehicles stop firing once the gunner has been killed, rather than completing the current burst.
SteamTagging Fix for AI Dropped Itemsbug fixTagging hats and binoculars dropped by AI no longer tags the AI that dropped them.
SteamFixes to Character Skins Usagebug fixVarious fixes to the use of character skins other than Karl.
SteamVehicle Convoy Behavior Fixbug fixVehicles in convoy wait until the vehicle in front is fully destroyed before resuming route.
SteamAI Targeting Behavior in Survivalbug fixAI continue to target incapacitated players in Survival until they are fully incapacitated.
SteamRemote RCON Automation Script Tab AddednetworkAdded a script tab for automating remote RCON tasks.
SteamDedicated Server Command UpdatessystemAdded Server.KickBanSteamID command for banning by Steam ID and improved reporting of player information in remote RCON.
SteamWind Strength Selection in Shooting Rangequality of lifeAbility to select wind strength from within the Shooting Range level.
SteamRemote RCON Player Information ReportingnetworkImproved reporting of player information in the remote RCON web interface.
SteamSix New Axis Character Skinsnew contentUnlockable character skins from Deathstorm for use in Multiplayer.
SteamRemote RCON ImprovementssystemShow the IP of the client connections in the player list for remote RCON.
SteamCapture-the-Flag Fixesbug fixVarious fixes to prevent flag pickup from appearing inside geometry or sliding around.
SteamNew Survival Map: Facilitynew contentMilestoneFree new survival map playable in solo-survival and up to 4-player co-op.
SteamIncreased Maximum Player Rank to 250new contentSteamVehicle Collision Fixes in Co-opbug fixVehicle collisions should now kill incapacitated players in co-op.
SteamNew Authentic Plus Difficulty Optionsnew contentIncreased challenge with new difficulty options and changes to existing ones.
SteamUpdated Dedicated Server Command ReferencesystemUpdated documentation for dedicated server commands.
SteamNew Multiplayer Map: Bunkernew contentMilestoneFree new multiplayer map playable in all modes (excluding No-Cross).
SteamPlayer Toughness Changesbalance changePlayer Toughness will disable Character Skills and Weapon Upgrades if set to Authentic or Authentic Plus.
SteamFix for Character Skins Usagebug fixVarious fixes to the use of character skins other than Karl.
Steam - 40 eventsAltered Neunfaust Firing Mechanicsbalance change
Altered neunfaust firing to reduce chances of player blowing themselves up.
SteamFix Rumbles Sticking on Input Switchbug fixFix rumbles occasionally getting stuck on when switching between gamepad and mouse.
SteamFixed PS4 controller prompts showing stick icons instead of triggersbug fixSteamSupport for Cold Warfare Winter Expansion Packnew contentSteamAim-Assist Rendering Fixed in Co-op Matchesbug fixAim-assist correctly rendered if difficulty changed during a co-op match.
SteamBooby-Trapped Bodies Explode More Reliablybug fixSteamDLC Skins Available in Single Playernew contentAll purchased character skins will be available to use in single player starting 30th May.
SteamAmmo pickups now collected fasterquality of lifeSteamDLC Skins Available in Single Playernew contentAll purchased character skins will be available to use in single player starting 30th May.
SteamNew Multiplayer Maps: Fortress and Survivalnew contentTwo new maps are being added for multiplayer: the Fortress level and a brand new Survival map.
SteamPlayers no longer get stuck with a vote-in-progress when migrating to a new hostbug fixSteamFix tagging through wallsbug fixSteamDanger Cameras No Longer Play in Slow Motionbug fixDanger Cameras no longer play in slo-mo when player has radial menu open.
SteamSupport for Cold Warfare Winter Expansion Packnew contentSteamVarious audio fixes to improve performance and reduce stutteringaudioSteamCold Warfare Weapons/Skin Pack Releasenew contentThe next weapons/skins pack, Cold Warfare, will be released on Tuesday 30th May.
SteamAudio Cut-Out Fixed During Island CutsceneaudioAudio no longer cuts out during Island cutscene introduction when the tutorial is disabled.
SteamDanger Cameras no longer play in slo-mo with radial menu openbug fixSteamClient no longer spawns out-of-world when host restarts a missionbug fixSteamPS4 Controller Prompts Fixedbug fixFixed PS4 controller prompts where stick icons were being used instead of triggers.
SteamVote-In-Progress Issue Fixed During Host Migrationbug fixPlayers no longer get stuck with a vote-in-progress when migrating to a new host.
SteamBooby-trapped bodies now explode more reliablybug fixSteamFix Tagging Through Wallsbug fixSteamAudio Performance ImprovementsaudioLots of audio fixes to improve performance, reduce stuttering and improve behaviour of Steam voice chat.
SteamFix FMV subtitle size in eyefinitybug fixSteamNew Multiplayer Mapsnew contentTwo new maps are being added: the Fortress level and a brand new Survival map.
SteamNew multiplayer map: Fortressnew contentFREE to all owners of the game and playable in all multiplayer modes including No-Cross.
SteamAudio no longer cuts out during Island cutscene introduction with tutorial disabledaudioSteamAltered neunfaust firing to reduce self-damage chancesbalance changeSteamNew survival map: Winter Marketnew contentFREE to all owners of the game and playable in both solo-survival and up to 4-player co-op.
SteamFix rumbles occasionally getting stuck when switching input devicesbug fixSteamNew Survival Map: Winter Marketnew contentNew survival map (Winter Market), FREE to all owners of the game and playable in both solo-survival and up to 4-player co-op.
SteamCold Warfare Weapons/Skin Pack Releasenew contentThe next weapons/skins pack, Cold Warfare, will be released on Tuesday 30th May.
SteamFMV Subtitle Size Fixed in Eyefinitybug fixSteamAim-assist correctly rendered if difficulty changed during co-op matchbug fixSteamClient No Longer Spawns Out-of-World on Mission Restartbug fixSteamAI Vehicle Avoidance ImprovedaiAI are now slightly more likely to avoid vehicles and should not get stuck on ladders due to checkpoint loads.
SteamNew Multiplayer Map: Fortressnew contentNew multiplayer map (Fortress), FREE to all owners of the game and playable in all multiplayer modes including No-Cross.
SteamAI now more likely to avoid vehicles and not get stuck on laddersaiSteam - 44 eventsAim Reticule Improvementbug fix
The aim reticule will now turn red if the only thing blocking the shot is foliage.
SteamNew Enemy Type: Valkyrienew contentA new enemy type exclusive to Deathstorm Part 2 has been introduced.
SteamNew Map: Urban Addednew contentA free new map that works across Survival mode and all competitive multiplayer modes, including Capture the Flag.
SteamCamera Improvements for PanzerfaustvisualsSteamNew Weapon: Prototype Neunfaustnew contentA new weapon exclusive to Deathstorm Part 2 has been introduced.
SteamAuto-Fire-On-Load Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue with auto-fire when loading saves during chambering.
SteamDropped Player Weapons Ammo Fixbug fixDropped player weapons now retain the correct quantity and type of ammo.
SteamImproved Handling of Corrupt Profilesbug fixSteamFix for Subtitle Scaling for Eyefinitybug fixSteamAdjusted Stats for Swedish Mauser Riflebalance changeSteamDedicated Server Update Coming SoonnetworkA dedicated server update will be released in the next few hours.
SteamDeathstorm Part 2: Infiltration Releasednew contentMilestoneThe second chapter and mission in the new three-part campaign for Sniper Elite 4 is now live.
SteamNew Game Mode: Capture the FlaggameplayA new game mode has been added to the multiplayer experience.
SteamEnvironment Tags Removed in Authentic DifficultygameplaySteamFix for Birds Landing in Mid Airbug fixSteamFix for No Manual Reloading Challengebug fixResolved an issue with the 'No Manual Reloading' challenge on Mission 8.
SteamFix for Quick-Scope Exploitsbug fixSteamAll Clear Notification Fixbug fixThe 'All Clear' notification now appears only when all AI are no longer alert.
SteamExtra Anti-Cheat Measures AddedperformanceImplemented additional anti-cheat measures on all multiplayer maps.
SteamWide-Field-of-View Bullet-Cams Fixbug fixFixed issues with bullet-cams in ultra-widescreen resolutions.
SteamAdjusted Stats for Swedish Mauser Riflebalance changeThe stats for the Swedish Mauser Rifle have been adjusted.
SteamUrban Assault Expansion Pack Releasednew contentMilestoneIncludes 8 urban-themed rifle skins, male and female ghillie characters, and 3 new weapons: Winchester, Sten, and Walther PPK.
SteamDropped Player Weapons Retain Correct Ammobug fixSteamFix for AI Having No Weaponbug fixSteamKilling Other Players No Longer Provides Score in Survivalbug fixSteamKilling Other Players No Longer Provides Score in Survivalbug fixAdjusted scoring mechanics in Survival mode.
SteamDeathstorm Part 2: Infiltration Releasednew contentMilestoneThe second chapter and mission in the new three-part campaign for Sniper Elite 4 is now live.
SteamCombat Finesse and Ammo Abundance Fixbug fixThese settings now affect overall custom difficulty and long shot difficulty correctly.
SteamFix for Auto-Fire-On-Load Issuebug fixResolved issues with saves during chambering and various other weapon interactions.
SteamNew Game Mode: Capture the Flagnew contentA new game mode has been added to the multiplayer experience.
SteamUpdated AchievementschangesSteamAim Reticule Changesui uxAim reticule will now turn red if the only thing blocking the shot is foliage.
SteamNew Map: Urbannew contentA new map called 'Urban' has been added for multiplayer and survival modes.
SteamElimination Mode Inactivity PingperformanceElimination mode now pings players on the map if it detects too much inactivity.
Steam - 63 eventsChallenge Issues Resolvedbug fix
Fixed issues with various challenges including No Manual Reloading and No Tagging.
SteamVehicle Behavior Fixesbug fixVehicles now resume previous actions when restored from a save and no longer persist with dead targets.
SteamOverwatch Character Restoration Fixbug fixEnsured Overwatch characters are restored correctly when starting from a save.
SteamNew Keyboard Binding for Drop Downquality of lifeAdded 'Drop Down' option to keyboard bindings for remapping.
SteamDeathstorm Part 1: Inception DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestoneFirst chapter of the Deathstorm mini-campaign for single-player and 2-player co-op.
SteamSteam Controller Fixes AppliedgameplayVarious fixes applied to improve Steam controller functionality.
SteamScope Visibility Issue Resolvedbug fixScope will no longer allow players to see through various objects.
SteamChallenge Issues Resolvedbug fixFixed issues with various challenges including No Manual Reloading and No Tagging.
SteamRemote Connection Support for Dedicated ServersnetworkDedicated servers now support remote connections from the Sniper Elite 4 RCON web interface.
SteamSave System Improvementsbug fixEnsured saves don’t occur mid-air and reduced saves next to exploding vehicles.
SteamNight Fighter Expansion Pack Releasenew contentMilestoneIncludes three new weapons, night-time camo rifle skins for eight weapons, and new character skins.
SteamIntroduction of Elimination Multiplayer Modenew contentMilestoneA new 2-team mode for up to 12 players where fallen comrades can be revived by taking down enemies.
SteamBullet Cam Zoom Issues Fixedbug fixBullet cams in Eyefinity and other super-wide resolutions should no longer zoom in excessively.
SteamAI Behavior AdjustmentsaiAI is now slightly less prone to exploitation during investigations and dead bodies are more likely to stop AI from running into traps.
SteamVehicle Behavior Fixesbug fixVehicles now resume previous actions when restored from a save and no longer persist with dead targets.
SteamRemote Connections for Dedicated ServersnetworkDedicated servers now support remote connections from the Sniper Elite 4 RCON web interface.
SteamBullet Cam Zoom Issue Fixedbug fixBullet cams in Eyefinity and other super-wide resolutions should no longer zoom in excessively.
SteamDeathstorm Part 1: Inception DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestoneFirst chapter of the Deathstorm mini-campaign for single-player and 2-player co-op.
SteamIntroduction of Elimination Multiplayer Modenew contentMilestoneA new 2-team mode for up to 12 players where fallen comrades can be brought back by taking down enemies.
SteamWeapon Glitches Fixedbug fixFixed various glitches to reduce chances of players or AI having no visible weapon or using incorrect animations.
SteamDedicated Server Public RCon SupportnetworkAdded remote web connection support for server administration, allowing real-time updates and various administrative tasks.
SteamAI Behavior TweaksaiAI now less prone to exploitation during investigations and more likely to stop running into traps.
SteamDeathstorm Part 1: Inception Launchnew contentMilestoneThe first chapter in the new mini-campaign for Sniper Elite 4, playable for 1-2 players.
SteamNight Fighter Expansion Pack Releasednew contentMilestoneIncludes eight night-themed rifle skins, male and female ghillie characters, and three new weapons.
SteamRelease of Night Woods Multiplayer Mapnew contentMilestoneA new free multiplayer map that supports all competitive modes including Elimination.
SteamSave System Improvementsbug fixEnsured saves don’t occur while in mid-air and reduced saves next to exploding vehicles.
SteamDeathstorm Part 1: Inception Launchnew contentMilestoneThe first chapter in the new mini-campaign launches on March 21st, 2017.
SteamDedicated Server Public RCon SupportnetworkAdded remote web connection support for server administration, allowing real-time updates and various administrative tasks.
SteamWeb Interface Features for RConnetworkFeatures include real-time game status updates, interactive console input/output, viewing connected players, and issuing kicks and bans.
SteamWeapon Glitches Fixedbug fixFixed various weapon glitches to reduce chances of players or AI having no visible weapon or incorrect animations.
SteamNew Multiplayer Mode: Eliminationnew contentA new two-team mode for up to 12 players, focusing on eliminating opponents.
SteamNew Multiplayer Mode: Eliminationnew contentA new free multiplayer mode for up to 12 players launching on March 21st.
SteamScope Visibility Issues Resolvedbug fixScope will no longer allow players to see through various objects.
SteamFirst Free Multiplayer Map: Night Woodsnew contentThe first free multiplayer map for Sniper Elite 4 launching on March 21st.
SteamInvite Button Functionality RestorednetworkThe 'Invite' button now works when connected to dedicated servers.
SteamSupport for Deathstorm Part 1: Inception and Night Fighter Expansion PackgameplaySteamFoliage Kill Detection Improvedbug fixStanding in a bush no longer awards a foliage kill, with improved detection for other stats.
SteamFoliage Kill Detection Improvedbug fixStanding in a bush no longer awards a foliage kill, with improved detection for various stats.
SteamMiscellaneous Document Fixbug fixFixed a miscellaneous document issue on Giovi Fiorini Mansion.
SteamDedicated Server Matchmaking SupportnetworkDedicated servers will now be included in matchmaking.
SteamDedicated Servers Included in MatchmakingnetworkDedicated servers will now be included in matchmaking.
SteamInvite Button Functionality RestorednetworkThe 'Invite' button now works when connected to dedicated servers.
SteamOverwatch Character Restoration Fixbug fixEnsured Overwatch characters are restored correctly when starting from a save.
SteamRelease of Night Woods Multiplayer Mapnew contentMilestoneFirst free multiplayer map that supports all competitive modes including Elimination.
SteamNight Fighter Expansion Pack Introductionnew contentMilestoneIncludes eight night-themed rifle skins, male and female ghillie characters, and three new weapons.
SteamNew Keyboard Binding for 'Drop Down'gameplayAdded 'Drop Down' option to keyboard bindings for remapping.
SteamNight Fighter Expansion Pack Releasenew contentMilestoneIncludes three new weapons, night-time camo rifle skins for eight weapons, and new character skins.
SteamWeb Interface Features for RConnetworkFeatures include real-time game status updates, interactive console input/output, viewing connected players, and issuing kicks and bans.
Steam - 26 eventsDeathstorm Part 2: Infiltration Campaign Missionnew contentMilestone
Upcoming campaign mission scheduled for late April 2017.
SteamDeathstorm Part 3: Obliteration Announcementdlc releaseMilestoneUpcoming campaign mission set for May/June 2017.
SteamNew Multiplayer Maps: Fortress and Bunkernew contentTwo new multiplayer maps that will be released for free.
SteamNew Survival Mission Announcementnew contentA new Survival mission playable solo or in 2-4 player co-op, set for late April 2017.
SteamDeathstorm Part 3: Obliteration Campaign Missionnew contentMilestoneUpcoming campaign mission scheduled for May/June 2017.
SteamDeathstorm Part 1: Inception Releasenew contentMilestoneThe opening chapter and mission in a new three-part mini-campaign for 1-2 players.
SteamNew Multiplayer Mode Announcementnew contentA new multiplayer mode set to be released for free in late April 2017.
SteamNight Fighter Expansion Pack Launchdlc releaseMilestoneIncludes three new weapons, night-time camouflage rifle skins for eight weapons, and two new characters.
SteamDeathstorm Part 1: Inception Releasedlc releaseMilestoneThe first chapter and mission in a new three-part mini-campaign for 1-2 players.
SteamNew Survival Mission (TBC)new contentA new Survival mission playable solo or in 2-4 player co-op, to be released for free.
SteamNew Multiplayer Maps: Fortress and Bunker Announcementnew contentTwo new multiplayer maps set to be released for free in May/June 2017.
SteamNew Multiplayer Mode: Eliminationnew contentA mode where teams try to eliminate opponents, with sidelined teammates able to rejoin the game.
SteamNew Survival Mission Announcement for May/June 2017new contentAnother Survival mission playable solo or in 2-4 player co-op, set for May/June 2017.
SteamNight Fighter Expansion Packnew contentMilestoneIncludes three new weapons, night-time camouflage rifle skins for eight weapons, and two new characters.
SteamNew Multiplayer Mode: Eliminationnew contentA mode where teams try to eliminate opponents, with sidelined teammates able to rejoin if their team gets a kill.
SteamUrban Assault Expansion Pack Announcementdlc releaseMilestoneFeaturing new characters, camo rifle skins, and new weapons, set for late April 2017.
SteamCold Warfare Expansion Pack Announcementdlc releaseMilestoneFeaturing new characters, camo rifle skins, and new weapons, set for May/June 2017.
SteamNew Multiplayer Map: Urban Announcementnew contentA new multiplayer map set to be released for free in late April 2017.
SteamDeathstorm Part 2: Infiltration Announcementdlc releaseMilestoneUpcoming campaign mission set for late April 2017.
SteamCold Warfare Expansion Packnew contentMilestoneFeatures new male and female characters, 8 camo rifle skins, and 3 new weapons.
SteamUrban Assault Expansion Packnew contentMilestoneFeatures new male and female characters, 8 camo rifle skins, and 3 new weapons.
Steam - 8 eventsFixed game progress loss due to large save profile databug fixMilestone
Fixed bug where game progress could be lost when save profile data got too large, preventing corruption of custom controls.
SteamLobby joining issue fixedbug fixFixed an instance where joining a different lobby to the one selected from the browser could occur.
SteamAuthentic mode exfiltration icons addedgameplayAuthentic mode now shows exfiltration icons on the map so players know where to go to finish the mission.
SteamFixed game progress loss due to large save profile databug fixMilestoneFixed bug where game progress could be lost when save profile data got too large. This should also prevent corruption of the custom controls.
SteamGame settings sync issue resolved in multiplayerbug fixViewing the game settings menu no longer causes the clients game settings to become out of sync with the host.
SteamGame settings menu sync issue resolvedbug fixViewing the game settings menu no longer causes the clients game settings to become out of sync with the host.
SteamAuthentic mode exfiltration icons addedgameplayAuthentic mode now shows exfiltration icons on the map so players know where to go to finish the mission.
SteamLobby joining issue fixedbug fixFixed an instance where joining a different lobby to the one selected from the browser could occur.
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