What changed in Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon® Wildlands in 2018

117 updates · 18 main milestones · Jan 24, 2018 to Dec 11, 2018

  1. 7 events
    New PvP Classes and Mapsnew contentMilestone

    Two new Ghost War classes and two new maps will be added.

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    Special Operation 3 Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    Special Operation 3 will bring brand-new content on December 11.

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    New Photo Mode Featurenew content

    Capture your epic moments and the beautiful scenery with the new Photo Mode.

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    Updates to Prestige Economybalance change

    Further updates to the Prestige Economy based on community feedback.

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    New PvE Mission and Rewardsnew contentMilestone

    Special Operation 3 will contain a free PvE mission and other rewards.

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    New Customization Itemsnew content

    More than 90 new items will be added to the store, including a new themed pack.

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    Year 2 Pass Benefitsbalance changeMilestone

    Year 2 pass holders will get early access to new Ghost War classes.

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  2. 10 events
    Two New Maps for Ghost War: Lithium Mine and Outskirtsnew contentMilestone

    New maps designed for tactical gameplay in Ghost War.

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    Multiple Bug Fixes in PvE and PvPbug fix

    Fixed various issues including enemy spawn delays and audio problems in missions.

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    Silent Spade Pack Availablenew content

    New customization pack available for purchase including F2000 and Scout Vest.

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    PC Friend Referral Programnew content

    Rewards for inviting friends to play Ghost Recon Wildlands.

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    Free Mission: Silent Spadenew contentMilestone

    Join familiar faces in the Wildlands for a mission that raises the stakes higher than ever before. Completing this mission grants access to the Optical Camo.

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    Updated Prestige Economygameplay

    Rework of the Prestige Economy with improved item drop rates and increased rewards.

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    New PvE Challenges Rewardsquality of life

    Introduction of new rewards including Ghost Recon Wildlands Parachute Wing and Tactical Ballistic Mask.

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    Class Balancing Adjustmentsbalance change

    Various adjustments including Toxic's SR-635 magazine reduction and Assassin's movement speed increase.

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    Photo Mode Introductionnew content

    New feature allowing players to capture moments with various filters and customization options.

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    New Ghost War Classes: Vanguard and Sharpshooternew contentMilestone

    Introducing two new classes for Ghost War: Vanguard with Sensor Grenades and Sharpshooter with Long Range Specialist ability.

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  3. 9 events
    Observer Mode in Custom Matchesnew content

    A new mode allowing players to watch and showcase Ghost War games.

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    Overhaul of Prestige Economybalance change

    Players can now earn Prestige Credits in both Ghost War and Campaign, with new spending options.

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    New PVP Maps for Ghost Warnew content

    Two new maps, including a community-requested snow map, will be added.

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    New Ghost War Challengesgameplay

    Daily challenges will reward players with Prestige credits.

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    New Customization Itemsnew content

    More than 100 new exclusive items added to Battle Crates, including emotes and customizable weapons.

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    Return of the Victory Screenui ux

    A new Victory Screen will be shown at the end of Ghost War matches for the winning team.

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    Year 2 Pass Updatesdlc releaseMilestone

    Year 2 Pass owners gain early access to Ghost War Classes and Ghost Mode, along with additional content.

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    True Solo Modegameplay

    Players can toggle off AI teammates in Campaign and Ghost Mode for a solo experience.

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    Introduction of Ghost Modenew contentMilestone

    A new mode where players create a character to take down Santa Blanca with permanent death and limited loadout changes.

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  4. 14 events
    AI Teammate Togglegameplay

    Players can now toggle AI teammates on or off for solo play.

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    Various Bug Fixesbug fix

    Fixed multiple issues across platforms including Echelon and Trapper.

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    New Maps for Elimination and Sabotage Modesnew content

    Introducing Checkpoint and Factory maps for new gameplay experiences.

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    New Battle Crates and Icon Skinsstore

    Updated Battle Crates with new customization items and Icon Skins.

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    Progression Bar for Ranked Matchesquality of life

    New progression bar to track ranked match performance.

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    New Post-Match Screenui ux

    Showcases the winning team and their victory poses.

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    Free Mission: Operation Archangelnew content

    Join Twitch on a mission to track down a missing Operative in the Wildlands.

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    Daily Challenges Implementationquality of life

    Earn Prestige Credits through new daily challenges.

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    Class Balancing Adjustmentsbalance change

    Various adjustments made to Trapper, Stalker, Guerrilla, and Echelon classes.

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    Prestige System Revampquality of lifeMilestone

    Reworked Prestige system for improved progression experience.

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    Social Items Featurenew content

    New categories for Emotes, Voice Lines, and Victory Poses.

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    Ghost Mode Introductionnew contentMilestone

    A new permadeath PVE game mode with unique challenges and rewards.

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    New Classes: Surgeon and Toxicnew contentMilestone

    Introducing two new classes inspired by Rainbow Six Operators.

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    Observer Mode Introductionperformance

    New mode for players to observe matches with enhanced tools.

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  5. 39 events
    Fixed Various Gameplay and UI Issuesbug fix

    Resolved multiple gameplay and UI issues affecting player experience.

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    Fixed Various Gameplay and UI Bugsbug fix
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    Standardized Prestige Credits Awardingquality of life

    Flat value of 215 Prestige Credits awarded regardless of Prestige level.

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    Introduction of New Classes: Trapper, Stalker, and Guerrillanew contentMilestone

    Three new classes added to Ghost War, available through Season Pass or Prestige Credits.

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    Additional Fallen Ghosts Weapons in Campaignnew content

    More weapons from the Fallen Ghosts pack added to Campaign mode.

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    1st Anniversary Rewardsnew content

    All players receive an in-game t-shirt and patch to celebrate the anniversary.

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    Resolved Missing Sound for Marked Hostagebug fix
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    Fixed Player Spawn Camera Issuebug fix

    Resolved issue where players would spawn with camera view on the enemy's side.

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    Prestige Credits System Adjustedquality of life

    Flat value of 215 Prestige Credits awarded per level-up, correcting discrepancies.

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    Additional Fallen Ghosts Weapons in Campaignnew content

    More Fallen Ghosts weapons added exclusively to Campaign mode.

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    Fixed Missing Sound for Marked Hostagebug fix
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    Tech Class Jammer HUD Visibility Adjustedbalance change

    Tech's jammer will no longer appear on the enemy HUD, enhancing stealth.

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    Reduced Penalty Timeout Durationquality of life

    Penalty timeouts have been reduced for players experiencing connection issues.

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    Fixed Various Localization Issuesbug fix

    Addressed multiple translation issues across different languages.

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    Fixed Translation Issues on Victory Screenbug fix

    Resolved issue with a Russian word incorrectly translated.

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    Institute Map Adjustmentsbalance change

    Attackers spawn position changed for better variety; hostage cages moved closer.

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    Introduction of Three New Classes: Trapper, Stalker, and Guerrillanew contentMilestone

    New classes available through the Season Pass and Ghost War Pass, purchasable with Prestige Credits.

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    Ability to Defuse Enemy Mines Introducedgameplay

    Players can now defuse enemy mines without alerting their owner.

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    Fixed Total Time Played Display Issuebug fix
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    Battle Crate Icons Available in Campaignnew content

    Rainbow Six Siege Icons can now be collected and used in Campaign mode.

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    New Map Voting Toolgameplay

    Players can vote for one of three possible maps at the start of every match.

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    1st Anniversary Rewardsnew content

    All players receive an in-game t-shirt and patch to celebrate the 1st anniversary.

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    Map Voting Feature Introducedgameplay

    Players can vote for one of three possible maps at the start of each match.

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    New Maps for Extraction Mode: Refinery and Cliffsidenew contentMilestone

    Added two new maps, Refinery and Cliffside, available in Quickplay, Ranked, and Custom Matches.

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    Reduced Penalty Timeoutsquality of life

    Penalty timeouts shortened to reduce punishment for connection issues.

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    Fixed Localization Issues on Ranked Season End Pop-upbug fix
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    Updated Tutorial Informationui ux

    Tutorials revised to include new classes and feature changes.

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    Ruins Map Reworked for Improved Balancebalance change

    Playable area expanded and more cover added to enhance gameplay.

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    Fixed Localization Issues on Victory Screenbug fix
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    Fixed Issues with Player Marking and HUD Iconsbug fix
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    Updated Tutorials with New Class Informationui ux

    Tutorials now include changes to existing features and new classes.

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    Fixed Player Spawn Camera Issuebug fix

    Resolved issue where players spawned with camera view on enemy's side.

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    Fixed Various Localization Issuesbug fix
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    Ruins Map Rework for Improved Balancebalance change

    Playable area expanded and more cover added for key locations.

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    New Maps for Extraction Mode: Refinery and Cliffsidenew contentMilestone

    Two new maps added to Extraction mode, available in Quickplay, Ranked, and Custom Matches.

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    Introduction of Mine Defusing Mechanicgameplay

    Players can now defuse enemy mines without alerting their owner.

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    Tech Class Jammer HUD Visibility Adjustedbalance change

    The Tech's jammer will no longer appear on the enemy team's HUD.

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    Institute Map Adjustmentsbalance change

    Attackers spawn position changed and hostage cages relocated for better gameplay variety.

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    Fixed Total Time Played Display Issuebug fix

    Resolved issue with Total Time Played not showing properly for users with high playtime.

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  6. 22 events
    Added Compass to HUDui ux

    A compass added at the top of the in-match HUD for navigation.

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    Fixed Prestige Points Display Issuebug fix

    Prestige points were not displayed on the end screen results page.

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    Added Tacmap Support for Extraction Modenew content

    Tacmap support added for the Extraction mode in Ghost War.

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    Fixed Helicopter Controls HUD Bugui ux

    Bug on Helicopter Controls HUD elements fixed.

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    Introduction of Battle Cratesnew content

    Battle Crates added for cosmetic customization in Campaign and Ghost War.

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    Predator Class HP Adjustmentsbalance change

    Removed Assault-specific HP bonus and reduced HP gain from Adrenaline Rush.

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    Fixed Warehouse Exploitbug fix

    Exploit allowing players to gain unfair advantage in Warehouse fixed.

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    Added Ghost War Cratesstore

    Ghost War Crates introduced for cosmetic items.

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    Fixed Uplink Game Mode Sound Issuebug fix

    Incorrect sound bark played when round won by eliminating enemy team fixed.

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    Fixed Jungle Base Camping Areabug fix

    Blocked off upper area of main building to avoid camping.

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    Fixed Scope Category Item Issue on PCbug fix

    Scope category items would remain set if highlighted with the mouse fixed.

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    Adjusted Uplink Location in Urban Incursionbug fix

    Moved Uplink location to focus gameplay in a more open area.

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    Fixed Predator Explosion Bugbug fix

    Explosion did not go off after killing the Predator for some players fixed.

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    Colorblind Options Addedquality of life

    Colorblind options introduced for both campaign mode and Ghost War.

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    Fixed Custom Match Session Issuebug fix

    Issue where custom match sessions with only one team ended prematurely fixed.

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    Fixed Various HUD and Text Issuesbug fix

    Several HUD display and text issues fixed.

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    Medic Drone Marking Adjustmentbalance change

    Medic's drone now marked for enemies 1 second after launch.

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    Fixed Mortar Strike Position Revealbug fix

    Issue where launching a mortar strike revealed player's position on the tacmap fixed.

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    New Maps for Extraction Modenew content

    Two new maps: Institute and Garage available for Quickplay and Ranked.

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    New Extraction Mode in Ghost Warnew contentMilestone

    Teams take turns defending or attacking to extract a hostage.

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    Fallen Ghost Weapons Available in Campaignnew content

    Fallen Ghost weapons can now be used in the campaign mode.

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    Fixed Sound Issues for Sentinel and Pathfinderbug fix

    Resolved issue where firing sounds were not heard by teammates/enemies.

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  7. 16 events
    New Maps for Extraction Modenew content

    Two new maps: Institute and Garage available for Quickplay and Ranked.

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    Fixed Uplink Sound Bark Issuebug fix

    Fixed incorrect sound bark played when winning by eliminating enemy team in Uplink.

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    Fallen Ghost Weapons Available in Campaignnew content

    Fallen Ghost weapons can now be used in the campaign mode.

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    Fixed Custom Match Session Issuebug fix

    Fixed issue where custom matches with one team would end immediately after spawn.

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    Introduction of Battle Cratesnew content

    Battle Crates added for cosmetic customization in Campaign and Ghost War.

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    Added Colorblind Optionsquality of life

    Colorblind options added for both campaign and Ghost War modes.

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    Fixed Prestige Points Display Issuebug fix

    Fixed issue where Prestige points were not displayed on end screen results.

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    Fixed Sound Issues for Sentinel & Pathfinderbug fix

    Fixed an issue where firing sounds were not heard by teammates/enemies.

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    Fixed Exploit on Warehouse Mapbug fix

    Fixed exploit allowing players to gain unfair advantage on Warehouse map.

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    Predator Class HP Adjustmentsbalance change

    Removed Assault-specific HP bonus and reduced HP gain for Adrenaline Rush.

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    Fixed Uplay Rewards Popup Issuebug fix

    Fixed issue with Uplay Rewards popups displaying incorrectly in Ghost War.

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    New Extraction Mode in Ghost Warnew contentMilestone

    Teams take turns defending or attacking to extract a hostage.

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    Fixed Various HUD and Text Issuesbug fix

    Fixed several HUD display and text issues.

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    Medic Drone Marking Adjustmentbalance change

    Medic's drone now marked for enemies 1 second after launch.

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    Fixed Mortar Strike Position Revealbug fix

    Fixed issue revealing player's position on tacmap when launching mortar strike.

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    Added Compass to HUDui ux

    A compass added at the top of the in-match HUD for navigation.

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