What changed in Z1 Battle Royale in 2016

Identified steps to reproduce the bug of reloading and encountering empty clips.

Updated vehicle physics for a more realistic experience.

Updated all vehicle physics for a more grounded and realistic experience.

Investigating an issue where doors appear differently for players.

Fix for the lack of killer's information on death screens is in testing.

The Skullcrusher Event is ongoing, testing backend code.

A new game mode called The Arena was introduced in the September update.

Identified and resolved an issue with shotgun pellet origins.

Team Spectate feature postponed for further improvements after feedback.

King of the Kill was separated into its own game with a dedicated development team.

A completely new user interface was introduced in the September update.

Updated crafting and made adjustments to all weapons based on community feedback.

Fix for missing killer information on death screens is in testing.

Resolved issues with shotgun pellets originating incorrectly.

Found steps to reproduce the bug related to reloading and empty clips.

The Skullcrusher Event is being used to test backend code and may lead to future events.

King of the Kill was separated into its own game with a dedicated development team.

Working on improving the quality of EU servers with new servers expected by mid-January.

A new Hosted Matches system will replace the whitelisted server program.

Updated crafting and made adjustments to all weapons in the game based on community feedback.

A large game update added a new UI and seasonal features.

Skirmishes feature is ready but awaiting fixes to the end game UI before launch.

Team Spectate feature is being improved before release to enhance user experience.

Skirmishes feature postponed due to unexpected end game UI issues.

Ongoing efforts to improve the quality of EU servers with new servers expected by mid-January.

Progress made on converting airdrop tickets to scrap, expected early 2017.

A new system called Hosted Matches will replace the whitelisted server program.

Procoagulant will no longer appear as craftable if ingredients are missing.

Entering a vehicle while prone will no longer allow players to move faster than intended after exiting.

Further work on the shotgun has improved shot registration and performance.

Fixed clipping issues when wearing body armor with a parka and other clothing items.

When you are killed, the camera will now follow your killer for a short time to show where the killing shot came from.

When you are killed, the camera will now follow your killer for a short time to show where the killing shot came from.

The number of players visible in Fort Destiny has been reduced to decrease network load and improve server performance.

Resolved a known issue where winning a game could cause a stuck cursor state in the next game.

AK-47s can now be equipped via proximity right-click like other weapons.

The amount of time before the game starts in Fort Destiny has been reduced for faster transitions between games.

Fixed a known case where winning a game could cause a 'stuck cursor' state in the subsequent game.

Cutting the engine of a vehicle will no longer make it completely silent, preventing unintended stealth.

FOV range is now limited in useroptions.ini to match the in-game range to prevent unfair advantages.

Fixed clipping issues when wearing body armor with a parka, and the Frostbite Beanie with a face mask.

Procoagulant will no longer appear as craftable if ingredients are missing.

Appropriate right click options have been fixed on Makeshift Armor.

Entering a vehicle while prone will no longer allow players to move faster than intended after exiting.

Holiday Hoodies will now correctly have the hood down when equipping a helmet.

FOV range is now limited in useroptions.ini to match the in-game range to prevent unfair advantages.

Appropriate right click options have been fixed on Makeshift Armor.

Further work on the shotgun to ensure reliable shot registration and performance.

Holiday Hoodies will now correctly have the hood down when equipping a helmet.

The amount of time before the game starts once you get into Fort Destiny has been reduced for faster transitions.

The number of players visible in Fort Destiny has been reduced to decrease network load and improve server performance.

AK-47s can now be equipped via proximity right-click like other weapons.

Cutting the engine of a vehicle will no longer make it completely silent, preventing unintended stealth.

Multiple bug fixes including projectile code enhancements and end of match screen cleanup.

Scott’s Airfield added; fire extinguishers and more ATVs introduced.

Scrapyard displays available items, scrapping now via Right-Click.

New progress bars and reorganized recipes; buttons for Craft and Craft Max added.

Fixed issues with scrapping items and confirmation windows.

Adjusted Score Thresholds for Bronze through Diamond Tiers to improve player distribution.

Leaderboards and Stats reset; exclusive Tribute Backpack for Preseason 1 participants.

26 all-new items featuring the ultra-rare Rainbow Unicorn Mask and Frostbite AR-15.

Leaderboards and Stats reset, exclusive Tribute Backpack for Preseason 1 participants.

Progress bars added, recipes reorganized, and new buttons for Craft and Craft Max.

Fixed missing collision in the Hospital stairwell and other minor bugs.

Scrapyard displays available items; Right-Click to scrap; confirmation window improvements.

26 all-new items including the ultra-rare Rainbow Unicorn Mask and animated Frostbite AR-15.

Streamers can invite viewers into Duos and Fives groups by linking Twitch accounts.

Events can be entered with Event Tickets or Crowns; Skull Crusher Events from Dec 13 to Jan 10.

Tuned ping restrictions, improved projectile code, and various gameplay fixes.

Added north of Ruby Lake along with more ATVs and loot camps.

Scheduled games available with Event Tickets or Crowns, starting December 13th.

Streamers can invite viewers into their Duos and Fives groups via linked Twitch accounts.

Addressed the problem of ammo disappearing when dropped.

Corrected the issue with doors not functioning properly.

Resolved an issue causing vehicles to explode unexpectedly.

Added team follow cam and reworked final game information screens.

Bandages and first aid kits will now be placed in an empty hotkey slot when looted.

Significant work done on European servers, with plans to increase capacity in South America and Asia.

Reworked screens to display correct finishing positions.

In-game detection for teaming in solo matches with penalties for offenders.

Reworked crafting screen for better usability and visibility.

Ability for streamers to invite viewers into matches.

Sound effects will now properly play.

Bullet fly by sound effects will now play correctly.

New detection measures for teaming in solo matches, with penalties for offenders.

Added to fill an empty area north of Ruby Lake.

Explosive damage will no longer penetrate walls.

End of year special event requiring a ticket to enter, with prizes.

Reworked crafting screen for better usability and visibility.

Polish and bug fixes in the Arena, including fewer floating objects and improved navigation.

Fix for the reload bug.

End of year special event with a prize, requiring an event ticket to enter.

Changes made to improve hit registration, particularly for shotguns.

Explosive damage will no longer go through walls.

Added a new point of interest north of Ruby Lake.

These items will now be placed in an empty hotkey slot when looted.

Fix implemented for the prone slide bug.

Fix implemented for the prone slide bug.

Rewards for completing matches in Pre-Season 1 and 2, including Tribute Gold Star Backpack and Shotgun.

Ability to follow surviving teammates after elimination in Duos and Fives.

Tribute Gold Star Backpack and Shotgun rewards for leaderboard participants.

Adjustments to scoring and leaderboard tiers before starting Season 1.

Polish and bug fixes, including fewer floating objects and improved navigation.

Changes made to improve hit registration, particularly for shotguns.

Fix for the reload bug.

Still working on converting airdrop tickets to scrap.

Adjustments to scoring and leaderboard thresholds before starting Season 1.

Ongoing work to convert airdrop tickets to scrap, expected by year-end.

Ability for streamers to invite viewers into matches.

Significant updates to European servers and plans to increase capacity in South America and Asia.

Players will receive 100 Scrap for every Air Drop ticket in their inventory.

Internal changes made to EU servers to alleviate lag issues.

Season 1 will begin with the November update, including tier adjustments and end-of-season rewards.

A confirmation button has been added before an item can be scrapped to help alleviate accidentally scrapping an item.

Continuous examination and improvement of server performance and stability.

New ability to tune ping limits in-between patches based on collected data.

Modifications made to EU servers to alleviate lag issues.

Focus on improving end game flow for Team Games, including reintroducing follow camera for spectators.

Introduction of badges for tier achievements and plans for end-of-season tournaments.

Ongoing bug fixes for Twitch integration, including leaderboards and viewer invitations.

Standard downtime for updates increased from 4 hours to 8 hours due to more extensive testing and server updates.

Discussion of potential changes for Season 2, including meta scoring and tier designations.

Season 1 will begin with the November update, including tier adjustments and end of season rewards.

Air Drop tickets will be converted into Scrap at a rate of 100 Scrap per ticket.

Improvements to Twitch integration, including leaderboards and viewer invitations.

Resolved a crash issue and a problem that was disconnecting players with an error message about being idle too long.

Resolved a crash issue and a problem that was disconnecting players with an error message about being idle too long.

Reintroduction of follow camera for spectating teammates and UI cleanup for XP and finishing position.

The standard amount of downtime for updates will now be 8 hours instead of 4 hours due to more thorough testing.

Adjustment of ping limits with the ability to tune in-between patches.

A confirmation button has been added before an item can be scrapped to help alleviate accidentally scrapping an item.

UI at the end of the game will be cleaned up to show correct XP and finishing position information.

Fixed bug causing crate inventories to change when switching regions.

Bullet icons were redone for better visibility of ammo types in inventory.

FTE popups should only occur in training now.

Bullet icons were redone to make it more obvious which rounds of ammo you have in your inventory.

Fixed disappearing laminated body armor when equipped with makeshift armor.

Shift dropping a partial stack from your inventory will no longer lock the inventory screen.

Fixed issue where some items were being duplicated in inventory when skinning.

Fixed issue where some items were being duplicated in inventory when skinning.

Wearing a hoodie will automatically adjust to show the helmet when equipped.

Brand new ghastly items are available to scare up some new looks for your character.

Fixed frame drops experienced by some users when using the inventory.

FTE popups should only occur in training now.

Wearing a hoodie will automatically adjust to show the helmet when equipped.

Fixed frame drops experienced by some users when using the inventory.

Left click looting a stack will now loot the entire stack.

Players can turn items into Scrap and purchase new items.

Flora settings can now be correctly set to low, medium, and high.

Shift dropping a partial stack will no longer lock the inventory screen.

Muting voice chat in Fort Destiny will no longer incorrectly mute voice chat everywhere.

Players occupying the same space will now take damage from incoming fire properly.

Flora settings can now be correctly set to low, medium, and high.

Players can turn items into Scrap and purchase new items.

Muting voice chat in Fort Destiny will no longer incorrectly mute voice chat everywhere.

Brand new ghastly items are available to scare up some new looks for your character.

Players occupying the same space will now take damage from incoming fire properly.

Fixed bug causing player’s crate inventories to change when switching regions.

Left click looting a stack will now loot the entire stack.

Reloading will always be interrupted by other game actions like healing and looting.

Reloading will always be interrupted by other game actions like healing and looting.

Fixed issue where laminated body armor would disappear when equipped with makeshift armor.

Switching regions within the UI should no longer result in an unresponsive state.

Switching regions within the UI should no longer lead to an unresponsive state.

Muting voice chat in Fort Destiny will no longer incorrectly mute voice chat everywhere.

Bullet icons were redone to clarify which rounds of ammo are in inventory.

Switching regions within the UI will no longer lead to an unresponsive state.

New crate themed for October, including monster masks and the first animated weapon skin.

Muting voice chat in Fort Destiny will no longer incorrectly mute voice chat everywhere.

Fixed an issue where some items were being duplicated in inventory when skinning.

FTE popups should only occur in training now.

Fixed frame drops experienced by some users when using the inventory.

Players can turn duplicate or unwanted items into Scrap and obtain new items from the Scrapyard.

Beginning beta testing for the Events system with scheduled games and potential prizes.

Setting Flora to 'Off' will now correctly set it to off instead of high.

FTE popups should only occur in training now.

Bandages are dropping in loot bags again.

Fixed frame drops experienced by some users when using the inventory with high DPI mice.

Left click looting a stack will now loot the entire stack.

Fixed an issue where items were being duplicated when skinning.

Left click looting a stack will now loot the entire stack.

Fixed a bug causing crate inventories to change when switching regions.

Bullet icons were redone for better clarity on ammo rounds in inventory.

Setting Flora to 'Off' will now correctly set it to off.

Fixed a bug causing player’s crate inventories to change when switching regions.

Wearing a hoodie will automatically lower it when equipping a helmet for visibility.

Fixed a bug where certain actions could not be bound to a modifier.

Switching regions within the UI will no longer lead to an unresponsive state.

Shift dropping a partial stack will no longer lock the inventory screen.

Fixed an issue where laminated body armor was disappearing when equipped with makeshift armor.

New crate themed for October containing monster masks and the first animated weapon skin.

Shift dropping a partial stack from inventory will no longer lock the inventory screen.

Beginning beta testing of the Events system with scheduled games and prizes.

Hoodies will automatically go down when a helmet is equipped for better visibility.

Bandages are dropping in loot bags again.

Players can turn duplicate or unwanted items into Scrap and obtain new items.

Fixed a bug where certain actions could not be bound to a modifier (alt, shift, etc.).

Reloading will always be interrupted by actions like healing or opening a door.

Fixed an issue where laminated body armor was disappearing when equipped with makeshift armor.

Reloading will always be interrupted by other game actions.

Fixed the problem causing players to load into matches late and be instantly killed.

Parachutes are now properly disappearing from the world.

Resolved the issue preventing players from exiting a team game.

A small icon now indicates if your medkit is still rolling near your health bar.

Includes various less noticeable cleanup and bug fixes observed during gameplay.

All servers will be unavailable beginning at 1 AM PT for maintenance to hotfix outstanding issues.

A character name wipe will occur to correct issues with duplicate names.

Right click menus on items in inventory are now in a consistent order.

Removed incorrect region text from the debug server display.

Added an option to center inventory and crafting screens, though it may cause some info to run off-screen.

Resolved the issue preventing players from exiting a team game.

Bandages are now dropping in loot bags again.

Parachutes are now disappearing from the world as intended.

Gas notifications removed from the top notification area to reduce spam.

Bandages are now dropping in loot bags again.

Inventory is now sorted based on item type in a specified priority order.

The death screen now displays the health of the player that killed you.

Includes other less noticeable cleanup and bug fixes observed during gameplay.

Gas notifications removed from the top notification area to reduce spam.

All servers will be unavailable beginning at 1 AM PT for maintenance to hotfix outstanding issues.

Removed incorrect text indicating players were in the wrong region.

The death screen now displays the health of the player who killed you.

Fixed the issue where XP was not accumulating based on finishing position.

Right click menus on items in inventory have been standardized.

Left clicking on an item in a loot bag now moves it directly to your inventory.

A character name wipe will occur due to issues with duplicate names.

Medkits are more consistent in terms of not getting cancelled during use.

Medkits are now more consistent in terms of not getting cancelled.

Left clicking on an item in a loot bag now moves it to your inventory without dragging.

Inventory is now sorted based on item type in a specified priority order.

XP is now accumulating based on finishing position as intended.

Resolved the issue causing players to load into matches late and be instantly killed.

Added an option to center inventory and crafting screens in the middle of the screen.

A small icon now indicates if your medkit is still rolling near your health bar.

A new scoring system will be available in solo matches, measuring success based on finishing positions and kills.

Leaderboards will be seasonal, based on scores from matches played during a predetermined period.

King of the Kill will launch on PC on September 20, 2016.

A new map will be available on the live servers.

A new UI will be implemented on the live servers.

The game features a new user interface.

Introduction of new gameplay mechanics.

New gameplay mechanics or modes will be introduced.

A new map has been added to the game.

New system allowing players to back their performance in matches for rewards.

A dedicated area for players to practice skills without match pressure.

A dedicated area for players to practice skills without match pressure.

All graphics settings will be reset to default with the update.

All character names and stats will be wiped to accommodate new changes.

A new Grinder experience allowing players to convert duplicate items into Scrap.

Keys will be removed and converted to unlocked Predator crates.

Air Drop tickets will be converted to scrap as they hold no value.

Players can follow surviving teammates in a locked 3rd person camera after dying.

A revamped user interface aimed at improving game initiation and playability.

A new scoring system based on match performance with tiered leaderboards.

A scoring system based on match performance with tiered leaderboards.

Air Drop tickets will be converted to scrap for use in the Scrapyard.

Loot bags will be converted into unlocked crates for inventory management.

A new system allowing players to back their performance in matches for rewards.

Linking Twitch accounts for enhanced streaming and leaderboard features.

Recipe adjusted to require one frag grenade and reduced damage output.

Loot bags will be converted into unlocked crates for better inventory management.

Initial gas ring displayed one minute faster and slightly larger in diameter.

Reimagined area for emergent gameplay with vehicles and a race track.

New in-game currencies replacing Daybreak Cash and adding new gameplay mechanics.

Keys will be removed and converted to unlocked Predator crates.

The initial gas ring will now be displayed one minute faster.

New servers for North America, South America, Europe, and Asia/Pacific.

Launch of regional servers for North America, South America, Europe, and Asia/Pacific.

All character names and stats will be wiped to accommodate new changes.

Linking Twitch accounts for enhanced streaming and leaderboard features.

A complete overhaul of the user interface to improve gameplay initiation and HUD readability.

A new camera mode for spectators to follow surviving teammates.

New in-game currencies with Crowns replacing Daybreak Cash.

A redesigned area for players to engage in pre-game activities.

The recipe for explosive arrows has been adjusted for balance.

All graphics settings will be reset to improve user experience.

New Grinder experience allowing players to break down duplicate items into Scrap for new items.

The Arena will replace Z1 on Test servers starting September 2, 2016.

Snipers and Shotguns will be featured in the September Skirmish, allowing players to earn unique rewards.

Activities and prizes will be available at PAX West, including opportunities to meet the team.

King of the Kill will launch on PC on September 20, 2016.

Snipers and Shotguns will return as the skirmish for September, allowing players to earn unique rewards.

A new scoring system will be available in solo matches, measuring success based on finishing positions and kills.

The Arena will replace Z1 on Test servers starting September 2, 2016, for full-time playtesting.

Leaderboards will be seasonal, ranking players based on their scores in matches over a predetermined period.

Development efforts will pause on console versions to focus entirely on the PC version for quality improvements.

The UI has been completely redesigned based on player feedback, improving navigation and usability.

The second Invitational Crate has been released, featuring items from popular streamers with proceeds funding the Invitational prize pool.

The new map, previously known as Z2, is now officially named The Arena and features improved visuals and loot distribution.

New features allow players to connect their Twitch accounts for in-game benefits and streamer interactions.

The inventory system has been streamlined to include a single large container and a dedicated consumable slot for easier management.

The Ignition game mode will be retired and moved into the Skirmish ruleset options to focus on the core experience.

Next month will feature a return to the popular Snipers and Shotguns only skirmish.

The Ignition game mode will be retired and moved into the Skirmish ruleset options to focus on the core experience of King of the Kill.

Players can now link their Twitch accounts to their Daybreak accounts for in-game benefits and to discover popular streamers.

Match rewards will be removed from all modes to create a more consistent reward distribution system.

The UI has been completely redesigned to improve user experience, including server selection and character skinning prior to matches.

The second Invitational Crate has been released, featuring items from popular streamers, with proceeds supporting the Invitational prize pool.

Players can now skin their characters before joining a match, eliminating in-game skinning.

The new map, previously known as Z2, will now be referred to as The Arena, featuring improved visuals and better loot distribution.

This weekend marks the last opportunity to participate in the Reanimation skirmish.

This weekend marks the last opportunity to participate in the Reanimation skirmish before returning to Snipers and Shotguns only in September.

Inventory management has been streamlined with a combined container and a dedicated slot for consumables.

Long-term plans include removing specific reward sets in skirmishes to create a more robust system for distributing rewards.

Ignition has returned in all its frenzied, explosive glory.

Fixed an issue where Steam Friend Avatar icons wouldn’t always show up.

Ignition has returned in all its frenzied, explosive glory.

Fixed an issue where parachutes would not always correctly render at a distance.

The 2016 H1Z1 Invitational Crate is now available in-game.

The location of the next safe area on the map should no longer slightly overlap with existing gas.

The location of the next safe area on the map should no longer slightly overlap with existing gas.

Number of players remaining should once again display correctly.

Fixed an issue that could cause players to appear corrupted when in parachutes.

Fixed an issue where parachutes would not always correctly render at a distance.

Fixed an issue that could cause players to appear corrupted when in parachutes.

Number of players remaining should once again display correctly.

Grenades and other explosives should no longer damage players through trees.

Fixed an issue where the '(Player) killed you with X damage from an AK-47…' text could be cut off.

Fixed an issue where Steam Friend Avatar icons wouldn’t always show up.

The 2016 H1Z1 Invitational Crate is now available in-game.

Grenades and other explosives should no longer damage players through trees.

Texture quality will no longer incorrectly reset after a match.

Fixed an issue where the '(Player) killed you with X damage from an AK-47...' text could be cut off.

Texture quality will no longer incorrectly reset after a match.

Integration of Twitch into the game for streamers and viewers to enhance the shared gaming experience.

Introduction of a scoring system based on match performance and kills to enhance competitive play.

A new map designed for balanced, competitive gameplay with improved loot distribution and visuals.

A hotfix patch was released to address instability and major issues introduced by recent code rewrites.

A hotfix patch was released to address instability and major issues introduced by recent updates.

A completely new user interface is being developed to improve customization flows and overall user experience.

A new map designed for balanced, competitive gameplay with improved loot distribution and visuals.

Implementation of a scoring system based on match performance and kills to enhance competitive gameplay.

Integration of Twitch into the game, allowing streamers to invite viewers into matches and enabling viewer discovery of streamers.

A completely new user interface is being rebuilt to enhance user experience and accessibility.

New toxicity resource pool that increases damage taken from gas over time.

Vehicles have been tuned for better handling and differentiation: police car is fastest, off roader has best handling, pickup truck is toughest.

Players take increased damage from gas after reaching max Toxicity, preventing long-term gas camping.

Passengers in the rear of the pickup truck can now stand up to shoot forward and crouch to shoot behind.

Various bug fixes including clipping issues and incorrect animations.

Players can now hotwire vehicles if no key is available, with a time cost and noise.

Improved feedback for gun collision and added tracer for thrown weapons.

Increased the number of available zones on Brazil Server to facilitate more game starts.

Passive highlighting added to lootable items to improve visibility.

Parachute animations and mechanics have been adjusted for smoother experience.

Various fixes including clipping issues, incorrect animations, and item behavior.

Parachute animations smoothed, players no longer take falling damage when detaching.

Gas ring size now scales based on the number of remaining players to reduce mid-game lulls.

Fixed issues with shooting reanimated zombies and item spawns.

Improved feedback for gun collision and added tracer for thrown weapons.

Vehicles have been tuned for better handling and performance differentiation.

Passive highlighting added to lootable items in busy rooms.

Gas ring size now scales based on remaining players to reduce mid-game lulls.

Updated vehicle audio including engine sounds, tire squeal, and added horns.

Air drops have been removed from the late game to reduce oppressive bombing runs.

Vehicles now spawn with a key in the trunk, allowing for immediate start if a key is present.

Fixed issues with shooting reanimated zombies and item spawns.

Flipped vehicles can now be righted by exiting and performing an interaction.

Air drops removed from late game to reduce oppression in small safe zones.

Air drops will no longer land on steep terrain and will have varied flight paths.

Vehicles now spawn with a key in the trunk, allowing immediate start if a player has the key. Hotwiring is also introduced.

A new 2-man game mode where killed players reanimate as exploder zombies.

Key optimizations focused on better utilizing your CPU to free up GPU workload, leading to improved frame rates.

A 10 second timer will be enforced if players log out prior to dying in a match, preventing unfair advantages.

New system penalizes players with poor connections to ensure a fair experience.

New hardware being set up in global regions for better connections, including Brazil and Asia.

Setting up additional global regions for better connection, including a new region for Asian players.

Key optimizations focused on better utilizing your CPU to improve frame rates.

A 10 second timer will be enforced if players log out before dying, preventing loot loss.

A new 2-man game mode where killed players reanimate as exploder zombies, adding chaos to firefights.

Players with poor connections will face escalating penalties based on their latency, ensuring a fair experience.

Unlocked crates can no longer be traded or sold on the Steam Marketplace.

The new Ronin Crate is now available.

Loot bags & items inside them have been marked tradeable.

Loot bags & items inside them have been marked tradeable.

The new Ronin Crate is now available.

Unlocked crates can no longer be traded or sold on the Steam Marketplace.

On July 25th, 2016, the ability to sell certain older H1Z1 crate items on the Steam Marketplace will be removed.

On July 25th, 2016, the ability to sell certain older H1Z1 crate items on the Steam Marketplace will be removed.

Fixed a bug where strafing while ADS caused errant shots.

New resource pool that increases damage taken from gas over time.

Double health skirmish weekends throughout July.

The size of the safe zone will now dynamically change based on the number of players left.

Z2 is in the polish and optimization phase before launch.

Removed due to low player population, will retain ruleset for future skirmishes.

Continuing double health skirmish weekends throughout July.

Battle Royale: Zombies mode removed due to low player population.

A new resource pool that increases damage taken from gas based on time spent in it.

Fixed bugs where hit reacts played when they were not supposed to.

Fixed bugs where hit reacts played when they were not supposed to.

Vehicles now require only a key to operate, with a new hotwiring mechanic.

Improved collision detection for vehicles to players and terrain.

Players can now hotwire vehicles, taking time and leaving them vulnerable.

New engine sounds, balance pass, and skidding sounds added for vehicles.

Tuning and polishing of vehicle physics for better handling and predictability.

Z2 is in the polish and optimization phase, preparing for launch.

Improved collision detection for vehicles with players and terrain.

Smoother landing sequence for parachutes to enhance visual experience.

Adjusted seating positions in trucks for better team gameplay.

Reintroduced ADS for jump shots but tuned for inaccuracy.

ADS is back for jump shots but will be tuned to be very inaccurate.

Whistle sound effect on bombs has a larger radius for better warning.

Tuned vehicle physics for unique handling and performance characteristics.

General optimizations to improve frame rate and overall game performance.

Fixed bugs involving collisions, cameras, and reticles.

New engine sounds, skidding sounds, and horn sounds added for vehicles.

Tuned the whistle sound effect on bombs for larger warning radius.

Smoother landing sequence added for parachute deployment.

Safe zone size will dynamically change based on the number of players left.

Resolved a bug causing errant shots while strafing and aiming down sights.

Fixed bugs involving collisions, cameras, and reticles.

General optimizations to improve frame rate and game performance.

Maintenance scheduled to address outstanding performance issues.

Update includes a fix for a camera-related issue.

Maintenance to address outstanding performance issues.

Update will address a camera issue.

Corrected Molotov behavior to damage vehicles without causing them to burn.

Increased damage for various melee weapons to improve their effectiveness.

Reduced weapon switch time to 0.15 seconds for all weapons.

Increased damage from 15 to 17 to reduce shots required to kill.

Added new elements to the reticle for better visibility and accuracy feedback.

Reduced weapon switch time to 0.15 seconds for all weapons.

Fixed a bug where thrown grenades could go through players.

Fixed multiple bugs including hit markers, melee on ATVs, and grenade behavior.

Fixed a bug where the UI would make it appear that multiple hits were registering at once.

Added a damage log to the death screen to show how much damage killed the player and if it was a headshot.

New damage log displays how much damage killed the player and if it was a headshot.

Fixed a bug where players could not melee others on ATVs.

Fixed an issue where players would render incorrectly if they exit a vehicle at certain distances.

Decreased damage from 19 to 18 to allow healing after taking five shots.

Hit reaction animations no longer cause head movement that prevents follow-up shots from registering as headshots.

Decreased M9 damage to allow healing after taking five shots.

Reduced delay between shots from 160 ms to 145 ms, making it faster than AR15 in full auto fire.

Greatly improved the time it takes to pick up items and perform interactions.

Fixed a bug where equipping a weapon while inventory is full could cause the player to lose the weapon.

Increased damage and reduced duration for M47 Gas Grenades.

Upper body protected by armor, legs take reduced damage, helmets protect head.

Greatly improved the time to pick up items and perform interactions.

Increased damage for melee weapons: Fists (4.5 to 9), Combat Knife (10 to 21), Machete (12 to 25), Wood Axe (16.5 to 34).

Introduced new crafting recipes including Makeshift Armor and Procoagulant.

Prevented aiming down sights while jumping or falling to improve accuracy.

Added new crafting recipes including Makeshift Armor and Procoagulant.

Added Stealthy Shoes and made adjustments to existing footwear options.

Adjusted hit reaction animations to allow for quick follow-up shots.

Fixed a bug where hit-markers would occasionally get stuck on.

Fixed a bug where character would appear to be falling when strafing against concrete barriers.

Introduced Stealthy Shoes, Heavy Shoes, and Speedy Shoes with varying benefits.

Improved reliability of body armor protection for upper body and legs.

Improved shotgun consistency with tighter spread and reduced damage at range.

Added new elements to the reticle for Cone of Fire information and improved visibility.

Fixed a bug where explosions could damage players through structures.

Fixed an exploit where swapping backpacks a specific way could create infinite bag space.

Increased damage of the R380 to reduce shots required to kill.

Improved consistency of the shotgun with tighter spread for increased power up close.

Increased damage from 1 to 3 per tick and reduced duration from 60 seconds to 20 seconds.

Prevented aiming down sights while jumping or falling to improve accuracy.

Fixed a bug where reloading the AK-47 while firing could prevent the reload animation from playing.

Reduced delay between shots for the AK-47 to make it more competitive with the AR15.

Renamed bleeding states to five specific names for clarity.

Fixed a bug where the hit marker would remain on screen.

Fixed a bug where players would sometimes randomly die while in a car.

Players encouraged to suggest ideas for future crate items.

Hit registration has been tuned for better predictability.

Players can hotwire vehicles with a timer and sound alert for nearby players.

A large combat patch is planned to improve consistency and predictability in combat.

Death screen now shows detailed information about how and who inflicted damage.

Main reticle will adjust position if a bullet will hit an object between the player and target.

Changes to vehicle disabling mechanics to make it harder to disable vehicles.

Renamed bleeding states to five specific names for clarity.

Shotgun damage, range, and cone of fire have been adjusted for better consistency.

Fixed a bug where the hit marker would remain on screen.

Removed ambient twig snap sound that caused confusion.

Body armor now protects the entire body instead of specific areas.

Players encouraged to suggest ideas for future skirmishes.

Death screen now shows detailed information about how you died.

Added time delay for removing vehicle parts to make disabling vehicles harder.

Tuned vehicle player collisions to apply damage more appropriately.

Fixed a bug where players appeared to skate around the terrain in an invisible car.

Added auto-fill UI button for teams with less than 5 players.

New crafting recipes added, including blood coagulant and light body armor.

Tuned vehicle player collisions to apply damage more appropriately.

New crafting options include blood coagulant, light body armor, and explosive arrows.

Scoped weapons will now force players into first person mode when aiming.

Chat window now displays information about damage received, including source and type.

Hit registration has been tuned for better predictability.

Chat window now displays information about damage received, including source and type.

New reticle addition indicates weapon accuracy based on player movement.

Fixed a bug where players would sometimes randomly die while in a car.

Body armor now protects the entire body instead of specific areas.

Shotgun behavior has been adjusted for better consistency in range, cone of fire, and damage.

Implemented an auto-fill UI button for teams with less than 5 players.

A large combat patch is planned to improve consistency and predictability in combat.

Interacting with and picking up loot is now more responsive.

Grenades and molotovs should no longer inflict damage through walls.

Hit react animations on players removed to improve aiming consistency.

Hit react animations on players removed to improve targeting consistency.

Grenades and molotovs should no longer inflict damage through walls.

Fixed a bug where players appeared to skate around in an invisible car.

Explosive arrows will now be craftable instead of found as loot.

Removed ambient twig snap sound that caused confusion among players.

Scoped weapons now force players into first person mode when aiming.

New reticle addition to indicate weapon accuracy based on movement.

Interacting with and picking up loot is now more responsive and does not require spamming the 'E' key.

Introduced the new Predator Crate to the game.

Implemented a fix for client crashes.

Implemented a fix for client crashes.

Introduced the new Predator Crate to the game.

Voice chat removed for all game modes during loading screens.

This change applies to all game modes.

Fixed issue with AK-47 audio being loud and echoing in and around certain building types

Safe Zones from Ignition should no longer appear in games of BR

Fixed issue with AK-47 audio being loud and echoing in and around certain building types

Updated match rewards, teammate visibility through objects, and new loading screens.

Players are lowered from helicopters on ATVs, with marked safe zones and special air-drops.

Victory music, new vehicle sounds, and ambience sounds added.

A high-intensity game mode where players race against time with explosive devices.

Victory music, new vehicle sounds, and ambience added to enhance gameplay experience.

Improved hit indicators, new parachute animations, and updated explosion effects.

A high-intensity game mode where players race against time to reach safe zones.

Enhanced hit-indicator visibility, new parachute animations, and updated explosion effects.

Updated match rewards, teammate visibility through objects, and new loading screens.

Players are dropped from helicopters on ATVs, with marked safe zones and special air-drops.

Changes to hip-fire accuracy, vehicle seating, shotgun consistency, and hit registration.

Changes to hip-fire accuracy, vehicle seating, shotgun consistency, and hit registration.

All players now start matches simultaneously, with a 45-second time cap for loading.

Resolved issue causing character shaking when entering vehicles.

Resolved issues causing teams to split into different games, ensuring players stay together.

Removed the Battle Royale button for clarity; players now select from various game modes directly.

Added outlines around team members visible through objects to enhance team play.

Ignition mode launches, featuring players starting with ATVs and explosives, requiring quick movement to safe zones.

Added outlines around team members visible through obstacles to enhance team play.

Resolved issue causing characters to shake when entering vehicles.

Ignition mode launches on May 20, featuring players starting with ATVs and explosives.

Removed the Battle Royale button for clarity; players now select game modes directly.

Scoped weapons will now force a scoped view, reducing peripheral vision.

New items added to match rewards and changes to Skirmish loot distribution.

Addressed the exploit related to seat swapping in vehicles.

All players now start matches simultaneously, with a 45-second time cap.

Adjusted bombing run area to prevent excessive bomb placement.

Adjusted bombing run to prevent excessive bomb coverage.

Resolved issues causing teams to be split into different games.

New items introduced for match rewards; Skirmish rewards adjusted to discourage teaming.

Scoped weapons will now force a scoped view, reducing peripheral vision as a trade-off.

Fixed an exploit related to seat swapping in vehicles.

Camera will be forced into First Person when using Scoped weapons like Hunting Rifle and Crossbow.

Toxic gas should be less dense and opaque.

Weapon hit detection has been improved.

Fixed several issues with Spectate Mode including mouse-wheel functionality.

Players will no longer spawn in trees and should spawn on flat ground more consistently.

Camera will be forced into First Person when using scoped weapons (Hunting Rifle, Crossbow).

Less blinding transition between BoD and game.

Another Ignition playtest weekend on the King of the Kill Test Server.

Fixed issue where rifles can poke through objects and shoot players on the other side.

Players are locked in the safe zone for an additional 30 seconds after the detonation timer reaches zero.

Bombing runs have been re-tuned to cause less chaos.

Fixed issue where AK-47 would sometimes keep firing during reload.

Kevlar is now called Body Armor.

Less blinding transition between BoD and game.

Players should no longer 'kill yourself with fists.'

ATV has been re-tuned for better handling.

Players are locked in the safe zone for an additional 30 seconds after the detonation timer reaches zero.

Fixed issue where AK-47 would sometimes keep firing during reload.

Weapon hit detection has been improved.

Locked rings will have a more ominous visual change to indicate player actions.

Fixed issue where rifles could poke through objects and shoot players on the other side.

Mute-All functionality should persist through log-ins.

Toxic gas should be less dense and opaque.

Visual change to the locked safe zones to indicate player actions more clearly.

ATV has been re-tuned for better handling.

Another Ignition playtest weekend on the King of the Kill Test Server.

Kevlar is now referred to as Body Armor.

Players should no longer 'kill yourself with fists.'

Fixed several issues with Spectate Mode including mouse-wheel functionality.

Mute-All functionality should persist through log-ins.

Fixed issue where first-person camera could shake or lag when riding as a passenger in a vehicle.

Spawning improved to avoid spawning in trees and ensure flat ground.

Fixed issue where first-person camera can shake or lag when riding as a passenger in a vehicle.

Bombing runs have been re-tuned to cause less chaos.

Final test run of the new mode, Ignition, with plans to add it to Live servers for regular play in early May.

Hit markers should no longer appear when hitting a door.

Z2 is an all new map being developed to replace the current map (Z1), featuring a larger playable space and improved visual quality.

Players should no longer take damage at the end of the parachute sequence.

Final test run of the new mode Ignition, with plans to add it to Live servers for regular play in early May.

Changes to make the camera smoother when going through doors and prevent it from going through walls and objects.

Parachutes should get stuck on objects much less frequently.

Added a UI option to auto fill your team in 2 and 5 man Battle Royale matches.

Added a UI option to auto fill your team in 2 and 5 man BR matches.

Parachutes should get stuck on objects much less frequently and players should no longer take damage at the end of the parachute sequence.

Hit markers should no longer appear when hitting a door.

A potential fix for the entire map turning green is being explored, though the issue cannot be reproduced.

A new crate themed around wrestling, featuring items like masks and a champion's belt skin for body armor, releasing on April 26th.

Z2 is an all new map being developed to replace the current Z1 map, featuring a larger playable space and improved visual quality.

Changes to make the camera smoother going through doors and prevent it from going through walls and objects.

A potential fix for the entire map turning green, though the issue cannot be reproduced.

Improvements to the camera while in vehicles to reduce shakiness.

A new crate themed around wrestling, featuring items like masks and a champion's belt skin for body armor, will be released on April 26th.

Loot now spawns in containers in safe zones.

The detonation particle effect has been made more fiery and explosive.

Killed players will drop all loot, whether it was starting gear or not.

The detonation particle effect has been made more fiery and explosive.

The last three waves will now detonate more quickly.

Safe area count is now dynamic based on population, with fewer rings when the population is lower.

The countdown timer is now displayed in minutes and seconds instead of just seconds.

Loot now spawns in containers in safe zones.

The countdown timer is now displayed in minutes and seconds instead of just seconds.

Safe area count is now dynamic based on population.

A new game mode where players are dropped on ATVs and must reach the safe area before detonation.

New game mode where players are dropped into matches on ATVs with explosive mechanics.

The time of day progresses more slowly, ensuring matches end with light.

Airdrops will occur throughout the match, featuring a fully-loaded OffRoader.

Helicopters are now the markers for where safe areas appear.

Killed players will drop all loot, whether it was starting gear or not.

Airdrops will occur throughout the match, featuring a fully-loaded OffRoader.

The time of day progresses more slowly, matches should end when there is still light out.

Weather will be consistent now with less fog.

Helicopters are now the markers for where safe areas appear.

The last three waves will now detonate more quickly.

Weather will be consistent now with less fog.

Medkits now spawn across the whole map.

Fixed a bug which would crash players intermittently.

Waist packs and pants now have an in-game model making them easier to spot in the world.

Waist packs and pants now have an in-game model making them easier to spot in the world.

Players can now drop belt pouches.

Players should no longer take damage when landing in their parachute.

Crashed cars will no longer explode.

You should no longer take damage when landing in your parachute.

Resolved a bug which would crash players intermittently.

Bandages will now drop from killed players.

Rolling out fixes to the spectator cam along with other smaller bug fixes.

Vehicles removed from the Box of Destiny due to feedback and bugs causing chaos.

The team is testing all weapons for performance issues and anomalies.

Rolling out fixes to the spectator cam along with other smaller bug fixes.

Tweaked the frequency of bombing runs around air drops.

Resolved an issue with vehicles and tombstones causing chaos in the Box of Destiny.

Vehicles have been removed from the Box of Destiny to improve player experience.

Fog effect removed temporarily due to player complaints; a proper fix is in development.

The fog effect has been removed temporarily while a proper fix is developed.

Team prioritizing investigation of weapon behavior, including bullet travel and hit registration.

Next test of Ignition delayed due to nagging bugs; internal playtests show improvement.

Adjusted frequency of bombing runs around air drops to improve gameplay.

To improve the overall experience

To improve the overall experience

Arms and legs now take their own damage, making it harder to bypass Kevlar armor.

The duration of the flashbang effect is now about half of what it used to be.

Taking small damage at the end of the parachute sequence should now be back to normal, meaning no damage.

The bug causing exploding tombstones in the Box of Destiny has been resolved.

LOD's were tuned for improved character appearance at large distances.

High level players shooting for legs to bypass Kevlar armor benefits will now face more shots to kill.

The duration of the flashbang effect has been shortened to about half of its previous length.

The density of the poison gas has been decreased to reduce visual obstruction.

Characters should now look better at large distances due to LOD adjustments.

Getting into vehicles is now more forgiving, reducing the need to spam the 'e' key.

Getting into vehicles is now more forgiving, reducing the need to spam 'e' to enter.

Small damage at the end of the parachute sequence has been reverted to normal (no damage).

Bandages will be available again in loot bags.

Fixed various camera problems, including those in interior spaces and vehicle cameras.

The density of the poison gas has been turned down to reduce visual obstruction.

The annoying exploding tombstone bug in the Box of Destiny is resolved.

Fixed various camera problems, including those in interior spaces and vehicle cameras.

3rd person camera collision with walls within interior spaces should be improved.

Players seeing the King of the Kill map as green with low video settings should view it as intended.

Players will find it more difficult to see through ceilings.

Players will find it more difficult to see through ceilings.

3rd person camera collision with walls within interior spaces should be improved.

Dragging an item in the inventory while holding the Shift key will once again display an item count window.

Players seeing the King of the Kill map as green with low video settings should view it as intended.

Dragging an item in the inventory while holding the Shift key will once again display an item count window.

Updated visuals for the impending gas ring.

Updated visuals for the impending gas ring to enhance appearance.

Added distinct audio cues based on where opponents are hit (body, head, armor, helmet).

New audio cues based on hit location: body, head, armor, or helmet.

Addressed the prone spamming exploit that emerged on test servers.

Implemented optimizations to reduce queue times.

Addressed the prone spamming exploit that emerged on test servers.

Eliminated the field of view camera change that occurred while sprinting.

A new mode where players start on ATVs with explosives and must reach safe areas before detonation.

Implemented optimizations to reduce queue times.

Eliminated the field of view camera change that occurred while sprinting.

A new mode where players start on ATVs with explosives and must reach safe areas before detonation.

Hospital spawning issues should be resolved.

The Wasteland Crate includes 22 new skins available for purchase.

Zombie grapple has been removed for review and issue resolution.

The Wasteland Crate includes 22 new skins available for purchase.

Tactical and Motorcycle helmets now function consistently with 20,000 durability.

Basic backpacks, conveys, incendiary and explosive arrows have new models.

Health on many destructible objects has been adjusted for easier destruction.

The pellet spread pattern of the Shotgun has been made significantly more consistent.

Crosshair hitmarks and distinct audio feedback for hits have been added.

Hand editing the overall quality in useroptions.ini won't mess up the setting panel anymore.

Visual effects for smoke and fire on vehicle damage states have been updated.

Visual effects for smoke and fire on vehicle damage states have been updated.

Added 'Play Battle Royale' button to Server Select Screen.

Hospital spawning issues should now be resolved.

Zombies can now properly attack players when they are fast enough to catch up.

Tweaked camera pitch to improve visibility and combat in extreme elevation areas.

Vehicle health/condition resources have been re-calibrated to 3100.

Vehicles will now take damage over time once they start burning.

Added 'Play Battle Royale' button to Server Select Screen.

A new type of grenade can now be crafted that attracts zombies before exploding.

Spamming the Unlock button when opening Crates will no longer consume multiple items.

Adjusted health on many destructible objects to make them easier to destroy.

Empty repair boxes can now be picked up and used immediately after placement.

Spamming the Unlock button when opening Crates will no longer consume multiple items.

Tweaked third person camera pitch for improved visibility.

Basic backpacks, conveys, incendiary and explosive arrows have new models.

New zombies with strange behaviors and properties have been introduced.

The pellet spread pattern of the Shotgun has been made significantly more consistent.

Tactical and Motorcycle helmets now function consistently with 20,000 durability.

Hand editing the overall quality in useroptions.ini won't mess up the setting panel anymore.

Crosshair hitmarks and distinct audio feedback for enemy hits have been added.

Zombies now spawn with more visual variety in their clothing and postures.

Empty repair boxes can now be picked up and used immediately after placement.

New zombies with strange behaviors and properties have been introduced.

A new type of grenade can now be crafted that attracts zombies before exploding.

A hit indicator has been added to the reticule to confirm hits on opponents.

Introducing 3 new zombie types with enhanced AI and variety in wearables.

Shotgun has been tuned to eliminate ghost bullets.

Camera adjustments enhance the ability to look up and down, improving item pickup.

AU servers should now experience shorter queue times.

Camera adjustments allow for better vertical viewing, making it easier to pick up items.

Shotgun has been tuned to eliminate ghost bullets.

A new mode has been prototyped for King of the Kill, set for testing in the coming weeks.

Introduced real 3D models for pickups to clarify item types.

3D models are now used for pickups, providing clear visual differentiation between item types.

AU servers now have reduced queue times.

A new gameplay mode has been prototyped and will be tested on the test server soon.

Three new zombie types are being introduced with enhanced AI and variety in wearables.

An animation cost has been added for going prone and standing up, reducing prone spamming.

Added a hit indicator to the reticule for better accuracy feedback.

Helmets are now identical in behavior; motorcycle and military helmets function the same.

Helmets are now identical in behavior, with no differences between motorcycle and military helmets.

Added animation cost for going prone and standing up to prevent spamming.

ATV handling adjustments to the center of mass make it less likely to flip unexpectedly.

Zombies will now move at certain speeds based on their animation set, eliminating feet sliding and animation blending issues.

Vehicles on steep slopes behave more realistically when tires slip.

Player model and physics capsule alignment fixed to allow successful jumping over objects.

Adjusted center of mass for ATV to reduce unexpected flips.

Kevlar will now break after 2 gunshots instead of 3.

Improved smoke/fire effects on burning vehicle chassis, lasting longer.

Lowered AK-47 damage from 32 to 29 and increased re-fire delay from 125ms to 160ms.

Players can now customize their reticle color and pattern in the settings page.

Vehicles will no longer take damage from M47 Gas Grenades.

Improved jump standing One Hand animation for better pose matching.

Fixed an issue that caused some areas to spawn little or no loot.

Day and night NPC spawns adjusted to make night more dangerous with higher numbers of runners and predator type wildlife.

Resolved an exploit allowing players to shoot through vehicles in third-person.

Motorcycle helmets now absorb slightly more damage to prevent instant death from a body shot after a headshot.

Kevlar will now break after 2 gunshots instead of 3.

Zombies now randomly pick an animation set upon spawning and move at speeds based on their animation set.

Fixed an invulnerable base design that used the 'door within a wall' object.

Lowered AK-47 damage from 32 to 29 and increased re-fire delay from 125ms to 160ms.

Corrected an issue causing a higher than normal amount of wolves to spawn.

Players can customize their reticle color and pattern on the settings page.

Reduced effectiveness of Tactical Body Armor.

Fixed an issue that caused some areas to spawn little or no loot.

Polish to jump standing One Hand animation to make poses match between Start, Middle, End.

Enhanced smoke and fire effects during vehicle explosions.

Multiple changes made to fix threaded physics bugs on the zone.

Reduced damage Explosive Tipped Arrows deal to vehicles to prevent one-shot explosions.

Multiple changes to resolve threaded physics bugs on the zone.

Vehicles on steep slopes behave more realistically when tires start to slip.

Fixed an exploit that allowed shooting through vehicles in third-person if the weapon model clipped through the vehicle model.

Vehicles will no longer take damage from M47 Gas Grenades.

Zombies now randomly pick an animation set upon spawning, allowing for more combinations of clothing and animations.

Fixed an issue that caused a higher than normal amount of wolves to spawn.

Adjusted day and night NPC spawns to make night more dangerous with higher numbers of runners and predators.

Reduced damage Explosive Tipped Arrows deal to vehicles to prevent one-shot explosions.

Fixed player jumping; model and physics capsule are now properly aligned for better jumping mechanics.

Resolved an issue with a base design that used the 'door within a wall' object.

Motorcycle helmets now absorb slightly more damage to prevent instant death from headshots.