What changed in Unturned in 2024

196 updates · 4 main milestones · Feb 13, 2024 to Dec 19, 2024

  1. 11 events
    Increased Industrial Generator Fuel Capacitybalance change

    Fuel capacity increased by 50%, providing power for approximately 42 hours.

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    New Tree Models Introducednew content

    New tree models balancing older vanilla art style with recently-removed SpeedTree models.

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    Vanilla Sentry Guns Ammo Efficiencybalance change

    Sentry guns now have a 25% chance to consume ammo when firing.

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    LMGs Enhanced for Suppressionbalance change

    LMGs now shoot 3-4x as many bullets at a time for better suppression.

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    Resolved Server Lobby Screen Issuebug fix

    Fixed inability to open server lobby screen in IMGUI mode.

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    Combo Crate Event Items Availablenew content

    New items from the Combo Crate 2024 Workshop Event are now available.

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    Maplestrike Grip Restoredbalance changeMilestone

    Grip restored to the Maplestrike with slightly increased recoil to balance gameplay.

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    Improved Vehicle Physics for Explorer and Tanknew content

    Vehicles can pivot in place and their treads conform to the terrain while moving.

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    Explosions Rewritten for Consistencybalance change

    Explosions, especially small ones, are now more reliable and consistent.

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    Server Browser Curation Featurenew content

    Players can create curation lists for server recommendations and filtering.

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    Fixed Item Sale Display in News Feedbug fix

    Item sale will not show in news feed with IMGUI mode enabled.

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  2. 5 events
    Removal of SpeedTrees Graphical Settingvisuals

    The SpeedTrees graphical setting has been removed due to various issues.

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    Tales of Terror Mod Difficulty Updatenew content

    The Tales of Terror mod has received a difficulty update and smoother gameplay.

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    Five Nights at Nelson’s Mod Releasednew content

    A new mod parodying a popular horror game, where players must survive five nights.

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    Upcoming Replacement of Legacy Tree Modelsvisuals

    Plans to replace all vanilla legacy tree models with updated versions in an upcoming update.

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    ComboCrate 2024 Submissions Closingseasonal event

    Last chance for submissions to the ComboCrate 2024 event, closing on December 1st.

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  3. 4 events
    ComboCrate 2024 Submissions Opennew content

    Over 150 submissions have been received for the ComboCrate 2024 event, with submissions closing on December 1st.

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    Sound Priority Issuebug fix

    Addressed an issue where only 64 sounds can be heard at the same time, affecting the sound of doors and campfires.

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    Stockpile Prices Adjustmentbalance change

    Stockpile prices will be adjusted for consistency after the Steam Scream Fest ends on November 5th.

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    New Salvageable Itemsgameplay

    Following the 3.24.6.0 Update, many new items can now be salvaged, including Chemicals and Explosives.

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  4. 12 events
    Added New Accessibility Settingsnew content

    New settings for Flashbang Brightness, Explosion Camera Shake Intensity, and Damage Flinch have been added to the Options menu.

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    Added New Weapons and Items in Curated Map Updatesnew contentMilestone

    Introduced various new weapons, including Dual Pistols, Tempest rifle, and more in the Midnight Update.

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    New Workshop Export Featurenew content

    Added a button in the Workshop menu to export all asset IDs to CSV files.

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    Fixed Level Editor Volume Property Issuebug fix

    Level editor volume property changes now correctly mark the level as dirty.

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    Fixed Missing Vehicle Apply Paintjob Buttonbug fix

    The Apply Paintjob button for vehicles was restored in-game.

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    Removed Maplestrike Grip Attachment Slotbalance change

    The grip attachment slot for the Maplestrike has been removed to assess its impact on gameplay.

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    Halloween 2024 Event Announcementseasonal eventMilestone

    A new craftable mystery box, the Halloween Candy Bag, will be available from October 20th to November 1st.

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    Coalition Questline Improvementsquality of life

    Added the ability to requisition airplanes and helicopters after achieving Major Rank and completing Pilot Andy's quests on the Russia map.

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    Removed Speedtree Modelsperformance

    Speedtree models have been removed due to performance issues and inconsistencies with cover mechanics.

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    Stockpile Price Consistency Updateshop

    Stockpile prices will be adjusted for consistency on November 5th, affecting older items.

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    Removed Skybox Ambience Optionui ux

    The Use_Skybox_Ambience option has been removed to improve level design flexibility.

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    Increased Sentry Healthbalance change

    Health of Sentry and Hostile Sentry increased from 75 to 150, and Friendly Sentry from 75 to 300.

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  5. 4 events
    Deadline for Submissions Setquality of life

    The deadline for submissions to the ComboCrate 2024 event is set for December 1st.

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    Submission Guidelines for ComboCrate 2024quality of life

    Detailed guidelines for submitting items to the ComboCrate 2024 event, including title requirements and item quantity.

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    Craftable and Purchasable Boxes Introductionnew content

    Introduction of two different Workshop boxes for the ComboCrate 2024 event, one craftable and one purchasable.

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    ComboCrate 2024 Workshop Event Announcementnew content

    Announcement of the ComboCrate 2024 event featuring community-contributed skins and cosmetics.

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  6. 12 events
    New Default Server List Sortgameplay

    Server list now sorted by a mix of ping, fullness, and player count for better visibility of busy servers.

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    Added '% Full' Column for Server Browsernew content

    An optional column displaying the fullness of servers in the server browser.

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    Increased Default Server Filter Max Pingbalance change

    Default server filter max ping raised from 200 to 300 ms and turned off for non-Internet defaults.

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    Online Safety Menu Toggle Addedui ux

    New toggle at the bottom of the Options menu to show the online safety menu again.

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    Fixed Tree Climbing Difficultybug fix

    Snapping to slopes no longer inadvertently makes tree climbing easier.

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    Fixed Quick Filter Toggle Size Issuebug fix

    Quick filter toggles no longer show zero size with IMGUI glazier mode.

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    Fixed Fortification and Garage Alignmentbug fix

    Alignment issues in slots with Y forward for fortifications and garages have been fixed.

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    Fixed Third-Person Camera Blockagebug fix

    Third-person camera no longer blocked while snapped to floor prone.

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    Death Barriers Added in Specific Locationsgameplay

    Death barriers implemented in PEI harbor foundation and Seattle bridge ramps.

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    Adjusted Jumping Heightbalance change

    Jumping height adjusted for slight floor snapping height difference.

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    Fixed Tooltips for Steam Link Filterbug fix

    Original link URL now shown in tooltips when rewritten for Steam link filter.

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    Clarified Online Safety Toggles Wordingui ux

    Improved clarity of wording for online safety toggles in the options menu.

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  7. 13 events
    Fixed Non-Vanilla Vehicle Errorbug fix

    Removed error for non-vanilla vehicles with legacy ID less than 200 (including zero).

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    Online Safety Screenquality of life

    Added online safety reminder screen when first opening multiplayer menus.

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    Airdrop Audio Issuebug fix

    Fixed airdrop temporarily audible for some players.

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    Vehicle Stamina Boost Fixbug fix

    Fixed vehicle stamina boost not applied when using newer gear configuration.

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    Boombox UI Performance Improvementperformance

    Improved performance of Boombox UI with thousands of songs installed.

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    Quest Laser Visibility Fixbug fix

    Fixed Russia quest lasers visible in satellite capture.

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    Pink Material Visibility Issuebug fix

    Fixed pink material visible when inspecting APC skin.

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    Ragdoll Effect Fixbug fix

    Fixed ragdoll effect on meshes with more than one material and on DL volatiles.

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    Vehicle Physics Improvementsgameplay

    Improved handling of vanilla bicycle, dirtbikes, and snowmobiles.

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    Skill Level Loss Adjustmentbalance change

    Players lose a level from a random skill in normal mode and two skills in hard mode (none in easy mode).

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    Incorrect Item Spawn Fixbug fix

    Fixed incorrect item spawns in St. Petersburg prison and hardware store.

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    Server Browser Improvementsquality of life

    Implemented map selection screen and filtering for multiple maps in server browser.

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    Volume Sliders Addednew content

    Added volume sliders for overall music, death screen, main menu, and ambient/in-game.

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  8. 3 events
    SDGNelson Plush Toy Collaborationnew content

    Limited-edition collectible plush toy of SDGNelson/SDG-logo-character available through Makeship.

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    10th Anniversary Event with Craftable Mystery Tophatseasonal event

    Celebrate the 10th anniversary with a craftable mystery tophat containing classic items from Unturned 2.2.5.

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    A Carr Update with Vehicle ImprovementsgameplayMilestone

    Major gameplay update featuring various vehicle improvements and an audio menu.

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  9. 45 events
    Merged vanilla vehicle color variants into paintable base vehiclesgameplay
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    Boss_Spirit zombie type bullet resistance fixedbug fix
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    Out of date info in reload, give, and vehicle help text fixedbug fix
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    NPC support EquipablePrefab override fixedbug fix
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    More helper functions for plugin devsother

    For updating vehicle paint changes.

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    Vehicle paint color preview when buying from NPC vendornew content
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    Duplicating NPC reward volume issue fixedbug fix

    Not preserving asset reference.

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    Physics material names replicated using a string tablegameplay

    Now that tires use them.

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    Consolidated all vanilla vehicle LOD groupsperformance

    Wheels don't disappear so soon.

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    Changing directions while driving is more responsivebalance change

    Automatically brakes until velocity changes direction.

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    New Audio Menu with separate Game Volume sliderui ux
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    Missing non-repairable wheels on vehicles fixedbug fix

    Vehicles with new wheels added like APC.

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    Vehicle spraypaint items addednew content
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    Spawn table legacy IDs mostly optionalgameplay

    Except for references by legacy systems.

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    Updated example assets and project packagesvisuals
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    -LogVehicleWheelConfigurations command-line flag addedsystem

    Assists in converting to new wheel system.

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    Per-item-type options for Has_Durability tuninggameplay
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    Vehicles no longer require a legacy IDgameplay
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    Escalation Bionic Spine and Spirit Signs adjustmentsbug fix
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    Fixed visual issues with mythical effectsbug fix
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    Kick for skin color too similar to terrain colorgameplay

    Enabled on PEI, Washington, and Russia servers.

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    Wheel model tread direction fixedbug fix
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    Aprix bandit shirt and pants color issue fixedbug fix

    Overriding elf ears color.

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    Tire kickup particle effects on vanilla physics materialsvisuals
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    Spread_Midair and Recoil_Midair gun properties addedgameplay
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    Redirector asset type for replacing one asset with anothergameplay
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    Laser/light/rangefinder attachments fixedbug fix

    Now only affect damage and firerate when enabled.

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    Hide attachments without name in unsupported slotbug fix

    From item description.

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    Converted barricade and structure rotations to use quaternionsgameplay
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    Exception with LDM /v command handling vehicle redirector asset fixedbug fix
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    VehicleRedirector asset type for consolidating vehicle color variantsgameplay
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    Third-person camera rotates independently of vehiclegameplay
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    NPC vendor asset property to override vehicle's paint colornew content
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    Fixed small visual bugs on Russiabug fix
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    Adjusted vehicle names including renaming Russian APCbug fix

    Renamed to Vodyanov.

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    New wheel models for vanilla carsnew content

    Models match suspension, steering angle, and speed.

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    Has_Durability backwards compatibility issue fixedbug fix

    Not working when overridden by level config.

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    OnExploded event for VehicleEventHookgameplay
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    Options for adjusting volume and limiting framerate while alt-tabbingquality of life
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    Focus camera mode drifting issue fixedbug fix

    Drifting away from focal point if spinning.

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    Preliminary engine RPM and automatic gearbox systems for vanilla carsgameplay
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    Invulnerable property for attachmentsgameplay

    Enables Invulnerable property on the gun.

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    Respawn affected vehicles when reloading assetsgameplay
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    Per-deadzone damage and radiation controlgameplay
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    Perform host bookmark GET request without protocol specifiednetwork

    If address contains forward slash.

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  10. 12 events
    Fixed Rendering Decal Push Forwardbug fix

    Push forward rendering decal out from surface 2 mm.

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    Fixed Exception When Logging Out Inside Ambiance Volumebug fix

    Exception when logging out inside ambiance volume.

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    Fixed Duplicate Repair/Salvage Blueprint Actionsbug fix

    Duplicate automatic repair/salvage blueprint actions.

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    Fixed NPC Date/Time Counter Sync Issuebug fix

    Potential cause of out-of-sync NPC date/time counter.

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    Released .2 Patch for Effect Cleanup Exceptionbug fix

    Released a .2 patch to fix an exception related to effect cleanup.

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    Fixed Map Credits List Cut Off Issuebug fix

    Map credits list cut off in some cases without enough height.

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    Fixed Headlamp Priority Overridebug fix

    Headlamp not overriding Priority_Over_Cosmetic.

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    Fixed Default Terrain Tiles Materialbug fix

    Default new terrain tiles to Fallback_Green material.

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    Added Buildable Placement Rule Vehicle Propertynew content

    Buildable_Placement_Rule vehicle property. Replaces vehicle Supports_Mobile_Buildables property.

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    Fixed Vehicle Battery Replacement Guid Issuebug fix

    Replacing vehicle battery using the wrong guid.

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    Fixed Russia Keycard Door Progress Issuebug fix

    Fixed Russia keycard door progress for players who follow a friend into the room.

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    Added Default Actions Item Propertynew content

    Add_Default_Actions item property. Defaults to true when no actions are specified.

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  11. 7 events
    Corrected Backwards +/- Symbol for Scope Sway Descriptionbug fix

    Fixed the incorrect symbol in the scope sway description.

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    Jaded Weapon Kit New Ragdoll Effect Availablenew content

    A new ragdoll effect for the Jaded Weapon Kit is now available in crafting.

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    Craftable Escalation Cosmetic Items During Release Eventnew content

    New cosmetic items can be crafted during the release event.

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    Fixed LOD Group Issues with Core Assetsbug fix

    Resolved multiple LOD group issues identified through asset validation.

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    Escalation Mystery Box, Map Bundle, and Singularity Aura Addednew content

    New items introduced including a mystery box, map bundle, and a mythical aura.

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    New Escalation Steam Achievements and Hush Up Achievement Itemnew content

    Introduced new achievements related to the Escalation update.

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    Moved Spread_Hip Conversion Logging to Separate Command-Line Flagchanges

    Logging for Spread_Hip conversion has been moved to a new command-line flag.

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  12. 37 events
    Progress Pride Pin Positioningbug fix

    Fixed Progress Pride Pin being too far to the side.

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    Oxygen Modifier Description Correctionbug fix

    Fixed positive oxygen modifier incorrectly listed as stamina in item descriptions.

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    Rain Barrel Collider Orientation Fixbug fix

    Fixed rain barrel item collider oriented along wrong axis.

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    Zombie Kills Condition LevelTableOverridenew content

    Added option to spawn specific zombies based on zombie kills condition.

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    NPC Dialogue Text Animation Fixbug fix

    Fixed NPC dialogue animated text when first character is '<'.

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    Explosive Bullets Detonation Issuebug fix

    Fixed explosive bullets not detonating in sentry guns.

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    Quest Screen Scrollbar UI Scale Issuebug fix

    Fixed quest screen scrollbar not taking UI scale into consideration.

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    Group Deletion Exit Queue Problembug fix

    Fixed problems related to deleting group while in exit queue.

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    Equipment Busy State Issuebug fix

    Fixed equipment stuck in busy state after attempting to fire gun with invalid magazine.

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    Firerate Offset Adjustmentother

    Firerate offset can now be applied to all attachment types and supports negative values.

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    Sentry Gun Inconsistenciesbug fix

    Fixed inconsistencies with ammo per shot, bullet damage multiplier, and spread multiplier for sentry guns.

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    Chat Text Repeat Exceptionbug fix

    Fixed out-of-bounds exception with chat text repeat.

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    Invalid Render Mode Settingbug fix

    Fixed setting invalid render mode in config file that made terrain invisible.

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    Experience and Skill Loss Adjustmentbalance change

    Separated experience loss on death from skill loss; default to retaining skill levels but losing 50% of XP.

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    Default Allow_Per_Character_Saves Settingother

    Default setting for Allow_Per_Character_Saves changed to off in multiplayer.

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    Russia Militia Spawns Issuebug fix

    Fixed issue with Russia militia spawns containing Viper instead of Viper Magazine.

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    Location Name Corrections on Russiabug fix

    Fixed names of a few locations on Russia.

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    Vehicle Turret Quality Retentionbug fix

    Fixed vehicle turret keeping previously equipped item's quality.

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    NPC Condition/Reward Text Formattingbug fix

    Fixed catch exceptions when formatting NPC condition/reward text.

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    Preview Branch Mistakesbug fix

    Fixed some dumb mistakes on the preview branch.

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    NPC Rewards Volumenew content

    Introduced NPC Rewards Volume which grants a RewardsList asset.

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    Server Bookmarks Featurenew content

    Added server bookmarks as an alternative to Steam's Favorites list.

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    Dango Headband Z-Fighting Issuebug fix

    Fixed Dango headband circle z-fighting when far from origin.

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    Default NPC Reward Formattingbug fix

    Fixed missing default text formatting for base NPC reward.

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    Map Dot Indicatorother

    Show a tiny dot on the map when player avatar images are turned off.

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    Doors Collider Issue When Destroyedbug fix

    Fixed sneaky bug of doors stuck with colliders off if destroyed while animating.

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    Spread and Recoil Multipliers for Swimmingnew content

    Added Spread_Swimming and Recoil_Swimming multipliers for guns.

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    Buildable Transform Sync Issuebug fix

    Fixed buildable transform out of sync if edit was cancelled on client.

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    Weapon Change Animation Issuebug fix

    Fixed changing weapons before rechambering animation finishes.

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    Priority Over Cosmetic Behavior Fixbug fix

    Fixed default Priority_Over_Cosmetic behavior being backwards.

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    Anastasia Door Symbol Fixbug fix

    Fixed Anastasia door symbol being stuck in place.

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    NPC Cutscene Mode Reward Typenew content

    New reward type for NPCs that hides viewmodel and prevents shooting weapons.

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    Compression Artifacts on Clothingbug fix

    Fixed compression artifacts on Kuwait pajama tops and detective top.

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    Frying Pan Kill Counter Positioningbug fix

    Fixed bad positioning of Frying Pan kill counter.

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    Command-Line Value for Scroll View Sensitivitynew content

    Introduced '-ScrollViewSensitivity' command-line value.

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    Misplaced Lamp on Russiabug fix

    Fixed misplaced lamp on Russia.

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    SkipAssets Command Fixbug fix

    Fixed previous fix to -SkipAssets doing the opposite of intended.

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  13. 31 events
    Unclear create/update workshop file error popup despite logging more details fixedbug fix
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    Zombies and animals alerted by damage despite plugin cancelling fixedbug fix
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    Included character action and zombie animations in examples packagenew content
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    Increased max item drop height from 512 m to 2048 mgameplay

    To cover full level height

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    IOBS event hook inconsistency between singleplayer and dedicated server fixedbug fix
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    Aurora Skier helmet/glasses slight adjustmentsbug fix
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    Startup stuck if saving curated map auto-sub without write permissions fixedbug fix
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    InteractableObjectQuestEventHook component addednew content
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    Melee swing and punch swoosh sound only audible for attacking player fixedbug fix
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    Fade out group member labels near the center of the screengameplay
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    Seeds planted by non-players can grow by defaultgameplay
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    Various minor visual issues around PEI fixedbug fix
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    Copying transform in global space only applies position, not rotation fixedbug fix
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    Lime Tracksuit cap/fannypack slight adjustmentsbug fix
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    No padding around news feed contents fixedbug fix
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    Map options to hide markers, name labels, and avatarsnew content
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    Replaced tutorial button gap with confirmation buttonui ux
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    Incorrect level buildable object ID conflict warning fixedbug fix
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    Log rather than crashing when capturing screenshot larger than max supported texture sizebug fix
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    Physics material discrepancies between some terrain materials accompanying boulders fixedbug fix
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    Missing impact effect in gaps around vanilla doors, doubledoors, gates, hatches, and shutters fixedbug fix
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    Bulk disconnect message showing average for all clients rather than kicked clients fixedbug fix
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    Planting seeds on top of vanilla berry bushes fixedbug fix
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    AssetBundleName:AssetPath format not supported by newer dat parser fixedbug fix
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    Pharaoh hat/necklace and Strawberry Waitress hair fixesbug fix
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    Replaced Raw Explosives in vanilla carepackages with Demolition Chargesbalance change
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    Lack of warning for destructible objects with more than 8 sections fixedbug fix
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    Misplaced bookshelf in St. Petersburg fixedbug fix
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    Buildable distance from hull not considering train cars fixedbug fix
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    Merged barriers around Volk Military Base to increase draw distance and provide more coverbug fix
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    Monitor all server workshop files for updatesnetwork

    Instead of just the map

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