What changed in Watch_Dogs® 2 in 2016

126 updates · 24 main milestones · Aug 19, 2016 to Dec 22, 2016

  1. 3 events
    T-Bone Content Bundle Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    First round of DLC featuring Raymond Kenney, new attire, modified school bus, and Mayhem co-op challenge.

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    New Mayhem Co-op Challengegameplay

    Introduces a new Mayhem co-op challenge with a tough enemy archetype – the Grenadier.

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    T-Bone Content Bundle Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    The first round of DLC featuring Raymond Kenney, including attire and a modified school bus.

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  2. 7 events
    T-Bone Content Bundle DLC Release Datenew contentMilestone

    DLC releasing on Dec 22nd for PS4 and Jan 24th for Xbox One and PC.

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    T-Bone Chaos Challengeseasonal event

    A free event content running for four weeks with new themed challenges each week.

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    T-Bone Chaos Challenge Launchseasonal event

    Community challenges starting December 19th with unique rewards including a new car and bag skin for Marcus.

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    T-Bone Chaos Challengeseasonal event

    Free event content running for four weeks with new themed challenges and rewards.

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    New Ubisoft Club Special Event Challengegameplay

    A new challenge available each Monday during the T-Bone Chaos Challenge.

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    T-Bone Content Bundle DLC Release Datenew contentMilestone

    DLC releasing on December 22nd for PS4 and January 24th for Xbox One and PC.

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    T-Bone Chaos Challenge Launchseasonal event

    Community challenges with unique rewards including a new car and bag skin for Marcus.

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    Ubisoft Club Weekly Challengesquality of life

    Weekly challenges available in the Ubisoft Club app to earn followers.

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    Online Weekend Events with Gameplay Tweaksgameplay

    Bi-weekly online events that change gameplay mechanics and boost leaderboard performance.

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    Most Wanted Bounty Eventsgameplay

    Monthly events where players hunt down a 'Most Wanted' community member for increased bounty rewards.

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    Special Events Month with DedSec Challengesseasonal event

    Four weekly DedSec challenges with exclusive rewards, starting with an homage to T-Bone.

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    Most Wanted Bounty Eventsgameplay

    Monthly events where players hunt down a 'Most Wanted' community member for increased bounty rewards.

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    Online Weekend Events with Gameplay Tweaksgameplay

    Bi-weekly online events starting in January that will tweak in-game mechanics for a new experience.

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    Special Events Month with DedSec Challengesseasonal event

    Four weekly DedSec challenges with exclusive rewards starting in January.

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    Ubisoft Club Weekly Challengesgameplay

    Weekly challenges available in the Ubisoft Club app to earn followers.

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  4. 33 events
    Hacking Invasions Tweaksbalance changeMilestone

    Multiple adjustments made to reduce accidental discoveries in Hacking Invasions.

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    Select Difficulty Level at Game Startnew content

    Players can choose a difficulty level when starting a new game.

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    Fixed Progression-Breaking Issuesbug fixMilestone

    Resolved issues for several missions that were halting progression.

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    Fixed Wall Geometry Exploitsbug fix

    Players can no longer use motorcycles to pass through walls.

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    Leaderboard Rank Display Improvementsbalance change

    Leaderboard rank for each multiplayer activity is now displayed more prominently.

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    Improved AI Sniper Behaviorbug fix

    AI snipers will now shoot more often by moving less from cover to cover.

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    Fixed Progression-Breaking Issuesbug fixMilestone

    Resolved issues that halted progression in several missions.

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    Select Difficulty Level at Game Startnew content

    Players can choose a difficulty level when starting a new game.

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    Replay Missions Feature Addednew content

    Players can now replay any mission that is part of a Main Operation.

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    Co-Op Team-Up Improvementsquality of life

    Easier to team up for co-op with players already in your session.

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    Fixed Various Minor Issuesbug fix

    Addressed multiple minor audio and text issues in localized versions.

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    Hacker Level Displayednew content

    New Hacker Level stat displayed in Marcus' phone based on followers acquired.

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    Larger Fonts in Arabic and Chinese Subtitlesui ux

    Subtitles in Arabic and Chinese now feature larger fonts for better visibility.

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    Replay Missions Feature Addednew content

    Players can now replay any mission that is part of a Main Operation.

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    Hacker Level Displayednew content

    New Hacker Level stat displayed in Marcus' phone based on followers acquired.

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    Reduced Frequency of Police Commandbug fix

    The policewoman will repeat the 'PULL OVER NOW!' command less frequently.

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    Improved Performance on Crossfire Systemsperformance

    Performance enhancements for AMD dual GPU systems.

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    Co-Op Teaming Up Improvementsbalance change

    Easier to team up for co-op with players already in your session.

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    Minor Graphical Fixes to Camera and Gallery Interfacevisuals

    Improvements to help players take better screenshots.

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    San Francisco Fog Timer Bug Fixedperformance

    Fixed a bug causing the fog to appear less often than intended.

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    Improved Performance and Stabilityperformance

    General improvements to game performance and stability.

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    Improved Shooting Mechanicsbalance change

    Changes made to shooting behavior for increased satisfaction and accuracy.

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    Enemy Weapons Available for Printingnew content

    Blueprints for enemy weapons are now available to print from the 3D Printer.

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    Enemy Weapons Availablenew content

    Blueprints for enemy weapons can now be printed from the 3D Printer.

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    Leaderboard Rank Display Improvementsui ux

    Leaderboard rank is now displayed more prominently in multiplayer matches.

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    Reduced Frequency of Police Commandbug fix

    The policewoman's 'PULL OVER NOW!' command will repeat less frequently.

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    Improved Subtitle Visibilitylocalization

    Larger fonts in Arabic and Chinese subtitles for better visibility.

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    Leaderboard Rewards Deliveredbug fix

    Players who earned leaderboard rewards in Season 1 will receive them.

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    Graphical Fixes to Camera and Gallery Interfacevisuals

    Minor graphical improvements to help take better screenshots.

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    IED Throwing Mechanics Adjustedbalance change

    Players can now throw IEDs on rooftops from street level.

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    Hacking Invasions Tweaksbalance changeMilestone

    Numerous adjustments made to reduce accidental discoveries in Hacking Invasions.

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    Improved Weapon Shooting Mechanicsui ux

    Changes made to weapon recoil and sound for a more satisfying shooting experience.

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    Leaderboard Rewards Deliveredbug fix

    Season 1 leaderboard rewards will now be delivered to players' inventories.

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  5. 1 event
    New Enemy Archetype - Grenadiernew content

    Introduction of a tough new enemy archetype that uses advanced weaponry and tactics.

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  6. 18 events
    Anti-cheat Software Not Enabled Fixbug fix

    Improves the known issue where Anti-cheat Software was reported as not enabled.

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    Non-ASCII Character Issue Fixbug fix

    Fixes known issue where players with Windows accounts containing non-ASCII characters faced problems in the Full Gallery.

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    Improved EasyAntiCheat Integrationnetwork

    Updates to EasyAntiCheat integration for smoother online play without sacrificing security.

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    Anti-cheat Software Not Enabled Fixbug fix

    Improves known issue where anti-cheat software was reported as not enabled.

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    Crash on Launch Fixbug fixMilestone

    Fixes crash on launch related to EAC / DotLocal DLL error message.

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    Twitch Prime Bundle Installation Issue Fixbug fix

    Fixes the issue preventing Steam players from seeing the Twitch Prime bundle as installed in-game.

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    Xbox One Controller Bluetooth Recognition Fixbug fix

    Fixes issues where Xbox One controllers were not being recognized properly via Bluetooth.

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    General Stability Improvementsperformance

    General stability improvements during gameplay, including a fix for a rare crash when firing a weapon.

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    Non-ASCII Character Issue Fixbug fix

    Fixes known issue where players with Windows accounts with non-ASCII characters faced problems in the Full Gallery.

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    Disc Error Fixbug fix

    Fixes a disc error related to Steam.

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    Improved EasyAntiCheat Integrationnetwork

    Updates to EasyAntiCheat integration to enhance online play without sacrificing security.

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    Mexican Spanish Language Supportlocalization

    Mexican Spanish available for Steam players in Latin America.

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    Twitch Prime Bundle Installation Issue Fixbug fix

    Fixes missing content issue for Steam players who received the Twitch Prime bundle.

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    Disc Error Fixbug fix

    Fixes disc error issue related to Steam.

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    Mexican Spanish Language Supportlocalization

    Mexican Spanish available for Steam players in Latin America.

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    Crash on Launch Fixbug fixMilestone

    Fixes crash on launch related to EAC / DotLocal DLL error message issue.

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    General Stability Improvementsperformance

    General stability improvements during gameplay, including a fix for a rare crash when firing a weapon.

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    Xbox One Controller Recognition Fixbug fix

    Fixes issues where Xbox One controllers were not being recognized properly via Bluetooth.

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  7. 20 events
    Leaderboard Seasons Durationgameplay

    Each Leaderboard Season lasts three weeks (21 days), with scores wiped at the start of each new Season.

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    Rank Stability During Seasonsgameplay

    Players cannot lose a rank in a division until the Season ends.

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    Rewards for Leaderboard Participationgameplay

    Rewards are automatically added to the in-game wardrobe at the end of a Season based on division rank.

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    Types of Leaderboardsgameplay

    Three types of leaderboards introduced: Co-op missions, Hacking Invasions, and Bounty Hunter missions.

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    Introduction of Leaderboards Systemnew content

    A new Leaderboards system is now accessible through the in-game smartphone after completing the 'Walk In the Park' mission.

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    Rank Divisions in Leaderboardsgameplay

    Six divisions for each online activity's Leaderboards, with additional splits for ranks.

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    Exclusive Seasonal Itemsgameplay

    Two rewards per Season, with exclusive items themed around hacking culture and real-life events.

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    Bug with Season 1 Rewardsbug fix

    A bug prevents Season 1 rewards from being given at the end of the season; they will be delivered with Patch 1.07.

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    Rank Division Structuregameplay

    There are six divisions for each online activity’s Leaderboards, with additional splits for ranks.

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    Friend Comparison Featuregameplay

    Players can compare their division to friends and challenge them to online activities from the Leaderboards app.

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    Exclusive Seasonal Rewardsgameplay

    Two rewards are available each Season, with exclusive items themed around hacking culture and real-life events.

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    Introduction of Leaderboards Systemnew content

    A new Leaderboards system is now accessible through the in-game smartphone after completing the 'Walk In the Park' mission.

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    Types of Leaderboardsgameplay

    Leaderboards include Co-op missions, Hacking Invasions, and Bounty Hunter missions.

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    Friend Comparison Featuregameplay

    Players can compare their division to friends and challenge them to online activities directly from the Leaderboards app.

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    Bug with Season 1 Rewardsbug fix

    A bug prevents Season 1 rewards from being given at the end of the season; they will be delivered with Patch 1.07.

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    Points System for Leaderboardsgameplay

    Players earn points by completing online activities, even if they lose a match.

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    Points System for Leaderboardsgameplay

    Players earn points by completing online activities, even if they lose a match.

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    Seasonal Rewards Systemgameplay

    Rewards earned from divisions will be added to the in-game wardrobe at the end of a Season.

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    Rank Stability in Leaderboardsquality of life

    Players cannot lose a rank in a division until the Season ends.

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    Leaderboard Seasons Durationgameplay

    Each Leaderboard Season lasts three weeks, with scores wiped at the start of each new Season.

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  8. 12 events
    Various crash fixesbug fixMilestone

    This patch will have various crash fixes for a smoother gameplay experience.

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    Fixed cooldown resetting issue during Online Invasionsbug fix

    Players should now experience regular cooldown times and a normal frequency of getting hacked during their gameplay.

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    Improved stability on AMD Crossfire systemsperformance

    This patch fixes instability on Crossfire systems (AMD dual GPU systems).

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    Improved reliability of seamless online and matchmakingnetwork

    Players should now experience improved reliability of seamless online and matchmaking through the Multiplayer App.

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    Fixed cooldown resetting issue during Online Invasionsbug fix

    Players should now experience regular cooldown times and a normal frequency of getting hacked during gameplay.

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    Fixed Donut NPCs Glitchbug fix

    PC players will no longer see hordes of Donut people roaming the streets.

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    Various crash fixes for smoother gameplaybug fixMilestone

    This patch will have various crash fixes for a smoother gameplay experience.

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    Fixed detection of Hackers through walls using NetHackbug fix

    This bug is fixed in this patch.

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    Improved reliability of seamless online and matchmakingnetwork

    Players should now experience improved reliability of seamless online and matchmaking through the Multiplayer App.

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    Improved stability on AMD Crossfire systemsperformance

    This patch fixes instability on Crossfire systems (AMD dual GPU systems).

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    Fixed detection of Hackers through walls using NetHackbug fix

    This bug is fixed in this patch.

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    Fixed Donut NPCs Glitchbug fix

    PC players will no longer see hordes of Donut people roaming the streets.

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  9. 10 events
    Minimum and Recommended Specs Releasedsystem

    The system requirements for running WATCH_DOGS 2 on PC have been detailed.

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    On-the-fly switching between input devicesgameplay

    Players can switch between mouse/keyboard and gamepad seamlessly.

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    On-the-Fly Gamepad Switchinggameplay

    Players can switch between mouse/keyboard and gamepad seamlessly without additional options.

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    PC-specific improvements for immersive experienceperformanceMilestone

    Includes full 4K support, uncapped FPS, and multi-monitor support.

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    Launch of WATCH_DOGS 2 on Windows PCnew contentMilestone

    WATCH_DOGS 2 is now available on Windows PC with various improvements.

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    Watch_Dogs 2 Launch on Windows PCnew contentMilestone

    WATCH_DOGS 2 is now available on Windows PC with various enhancements.

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    PC-Specific ImprovementsperformanceMilestone

    The game features full 4K support, uncapped FPS, and multi-monitor support.

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    Fully mouse-centric UIui ux

    The game features a fully mouse-centric user interface.

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    PC system requirements announcedsystem

    Details on minimum and recommended specs for running the game.

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    Fully Mouse-Centric UIui ux

    The game includes a fully mouse-centric user interface for better navigation.

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  10. 8 events
    Implementation of EasyAntiCheatsystemMilestone

    EasyAntiCheat has been implemented on the PC version to prevent cheating by filtering interactions with the game client.

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    Introduction of Code of Conductother

    A new Code of Conduct has been developed to promote a positive gaming community and safe online activities.

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    New Code of Conduct Establishedchanges

    A new Code of Conduct has been developed to promote a positive gaming community.

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    Account Security Responsibilitiesquality of life

    Players are responsible for the security of their own accounts.

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    Disciplinary Actions for Cheatingother

    Cheaters may face automatic and permanent bans on the first provable offense.

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    Player Responsibility for Account Securityother

    Players are responsible for their account security and may face penalties for account piracy or theft.

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    Cheating Penalties Definedquality of life

    Maximum penalty for cheaters includes automatic and permanent banning on first offense.

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    Implementation of EasyAntiCheatsystemMilestone

    EasyAntiCheat has been implemented on the PC version to prevent cheating.

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  11. 6 events
    Hacking Invasion Multiplayer Modenew contentMilestone

    One player can stealthily hack another player's data while avoiding detection, with new mechanics for balance.

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    Co-Op Multiplayer Modenew contentMilestone

    Players can team up with others they encounter in the Bay Area to explore and complete co-op missions.

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    Bounty Multiplayer Modenew contentMilestone

    Players can engage in Bounty sessions where they hunt down a target who has caused chaos, inviting others to join the chase.

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    Bounty Multiplayer Modenew contentMilestone

    Players can engage in a competitive chase where they can hunt down a target or defend against hunters.

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    Hacking Invasion Multiplayer Modenew contentMilestone

    A stealth mode where one player hacks another's data while being hunted, now with added bomb-dropping drones for balance.

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    Co-Op Multiplayer Modenew contentMilestone

    Players can team up to explore the Bay Area and complete co-op missions together.

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