Hello explorers 👋
Our final major update in 2024 is here! We hope you enjoy the new features, content, and changes. Let us know what you think, and see you in the Radius :)

KEY FEATURES

Player body improvements

To address several persistent issues, we revamped our approach to body handling. Height calibration is now more accurate (as long as your boundary is enabled and properly configured). Additionally, legs now scale to match the player’s height, but we don't scale the whole character to prevent issues with holsters becoming closer to each other and harder to grab for smaller people. We introduced a dedicated seated mode, the ability to choose between seated or standing mode during the height calibration tutorial step, and automatic height recalibration when switching between these modes. Body turning logic has been refined to better resemble ITR1.

New armor equipment

We added 3 ballistic helmets: ‘Sfera’, PASGT, and FAST. They protect you from impact until they completely wear out and become useless. The helmets vary in their parameters and features, including compatibility with Head Flashlights and may have or not have rails for attachments (please check Known Issues regarding the powering on the attachments if they are on the worn helmet). A separate slot for helmets/headgear has been added to all backpacks.

New guns and a weapon set redesign

We added 2 iconic guns – the AKM and M4A1 in several variations (by the way, the M4A1's telescopic stock length can be adjusted). To diversify the weapons in the game and make them appear more frequently in loot, we reworked the weapon set so that its variations fall into one of 3 new categories: 1) Stashed version – found in the Radius, with reduced stats and capabilities; 2) "Stock" version – acquired at the Supply Depot, with basic stats and capabilities, but limited attachment options; 3) Modified version – also acquired only at the Supply Depot, with enhanced stats and a wider range of attachment options. Configuration changes have affected all current weapons! Don’t be surprised if something is missing or new. Most missing items should reappear at the table at the Facility, but we can't guarantee it 100%, so make sure to check.

Weapon wear and cleaning

From now on, weapons in the game can wear out and take damage from hits. The degradation of weapon condition is visible, affects weapon performance and increases the chance of misfire or jamming. Keep in mind that in this update, only the first, initial stage of wear is introduced. To restore weapon, we added a basic cleaning procedure – using a bench vice, spray, and a brush. Cleaning rod is also planned and will be added in one of the upcoming updates.

Item carrying limits

All item containers (backpacks, chest rigs and plate carriers) now feature the originally planned mechanics for limiting the number/weight of items they can carry. It is now impossible to place an item in a chest rig or backpack if they are out of capacity – the item will fall out onto the ground. If your current backpack’s limit is not enough, consider getting one with a higher capacity. We also rebalanced the weight and capacity of all items and equipment. Keep in mind that our loadout mechanics operate not with actual weight, but with a conditional parameter that combines both weight and volume. Therefore, the restrictions apply not only to the weight of items but also consider other factors. Now, instead of collecting everything, you’ll need to choose what’s more important for your current mission and long-term needs, as well as switch to more efficient gear for carrying items.

Distortion Zones and protection from it

The Pechorsk Anomaly now features a new phenomenon – Distortion Zones. These are special areas that distort the vision and hearing of anyone reckless enough to enter them, as well as cause significant health damage if entered without the proper protection (fortunately, they do not damage weapons or items). In order for the Explorers to carry out missions within the Distortion Zones, the UNPSC have developed special protective gear. The brand new Anti-Distortion Headgear provides temporary protection within Distortion Zones and recharges when the Explorer is outside of them. The Anti-Distortion Headgear can be placed in a separate slot in the backpack, just like a ballistic helmet.

Locations visual improvement

Significantly improved the visual design of the Radius locations: new appearance of ash, the sun, the sky, time of day transitions, and numerous small changes in the landscape and details of points of interest. Some of these changes also affected the Facility environment.

New enemies

We added a new low-level monster, representing a new incarnation of the classic Fragment from ITR1. In this update, it is introduced in two variations, differing in their ability to regenerate. With their addition to the game, we changed the number and variety of enemies in the current locations of the Radius, featuring more low-level monsters and fewer late-stage Mimics.

MAJOR CHANGES

• [Tutorial] Improved the dominant hand selection window and related options in the Tutorial.
• [Accessibility] Players with the left hand as their dominant hand automatically start the Co-op Mode with left-handed chest rig.
• [Player] The speed of running backward has been reduced.
• [Weapons] Added new attachments: 4 reflex sights and an adjustable magnification scope.
• [Weapons] Added side-mounted cartridge belts for 4 and 8 cartridges for double-barrel shotguns.
• [Weapons] The PP-19 Bizon Magazine can now be found in weapon crates around the Forest.
• [Gear] The external slots of backpacks, including their pouches, can now hold a wider variety of items. The same applies to the chest slots of vests and chest rigs.
• [Gear] Added a Head Flashlight that can be worn separately on the head or with the ‘Sfera’ helmet and Anti-Distortion Headgear (use Y/B + Trigger to power it on/off).
• [Gear] Improved the functionality of all types of flashlights.
• [Facility] Now, items in the Supply Depot display Item Info when hovering the pointer over them.
• [Facility] Designed the interior transitions between the Facility modules.
• [Facility] Playing checkers is now much more convenient.
• [Radius Locations] Improved the rocks and their ash-covered variations.
• [Radius Locations] Improved the interior walls in the houses.
• [Radius Locations] Added holes in the roofs of some houses.
• [Radius Locations] Added a bunch of small environmental details: updated and new furniture, and other interior items.
• [Radius Locations] Added destructible human figures to the locations of the Pechorsk Anomaly.
• [Enemies] Improved the group behavior of enemies. Additionally, adjusted the vision and hearing of each individual enemy.
• [Enemies] Changed the behavior of each Mimic type in fire fights: the distance they keep from a spotted player, the range they shoot from, their firing modes and rates of fire, and when and how they switch them.
• [Enemies] Improved enemy spawners to correctly account for the player's mission progress.
• [Enemies] Mimics no longer instantly turn towards the player outside of combat.
• [Enemies] Mimics now check the last known position of the player more cautiously.
• [Enemies] Improved the Mimics’ dialogue playback system.
• [Co-op] Changed the mechanics of transition between the locations – now all players need to be near the transition point to activate the transition process.
• [UI] Improved the display of overload and its absence in Player Info.
• [UI] Added tooltips for all current markers on the map. Clicking on a mission marker opens the selected mission panel.
• [UI] Improved the sleeping UI.
• [Performance] Made a few optimizations to improve performance across the board. If you're still experiencing issues, even on high-end hardware, please let us know!

KNOWN ISSUES

• Attachments on worn helmets and Anti-Distortion Headgear cannot be activated. These headgear items must be removed, and attachments should be activated the same way as on firearms (Y/B + Trigger).
• The 120 Hz mode is not supported and will mostly result in worse fps then any other lower refresh rate.
• If the player's height issues persist, make sure to enable or adjust the boundary.
• If you are using Virtual Desktop and encounter issues with height or stuck controls, please restart the game. We believe the issue is not on our side and are working with Virtual Desktop developer to resolve it.

MAIN FIXES

• [Weapons] The number of cartridges loaded into each IZh-27 is now correctly displayed in their Item Info.
• [Gear] Reset the Ash Counter on the glove so it no longer shows a placeholder value until the feature is fully implemented.
• [Gear] Player nicknames with Japanese or Chinese characters now display correctly on the Tablet and Terminal.
• [Weapons] Fixed the incorrect name for the Universal Handgun Rail Mount.
• [Gear] Adjusted the grab area of the pistol holster to make it easier to draw pistols blindly.
• [Gear] Items with consumables/ammo no longer disappear from your hands after passing through a Portal Anomaly.
• [Gear] Items no longer jump from your hand to the arm slot on the same side.
• [Co-op] Video and audio settings on the client are always applied immediately.

BETA CHANGES AND FIXES

• [Player] The player no longer appears too tall in the Main Menu.
• [Player] Hands no longer lag during a snap turn when holding an item with consumables/ammo.
• [Weapons] Ammo no longer disappears after an update.
• [Weapons] Reduced the damage variance between different versions of the same firearm.
• [Weapons] Weapons in perfect condition no longer have a chance to malfunction.
• [Weapons] Weapons now fit into the front vest slot without issues.
• [Weapons] The PP-19 Bizon is now always drawn from the pistol holster by the grip, not the foregrip.
• [Weapons] It is no longer possible to remove attachments from weapons while they are in the holster.
• [Weapons] Added extra smoke VFX when firing the PP-19 Bizon and M4A1.
• [Weapons] Added a new scope for the regular SKS and the stashed SKS.
• [Weapons] The Eodeck scope is now mounted on weapons in the correct position.
• [Weapons] Attachments installed on weapons no longer cause them to rotate unpredictably.
• [Weapons] Scopes no longer turn black after a saveload.
• [Weapons] The Low-Cap AKM/SKS magazine now fits into pouches in the correct position.
• [Weapons] All firearm parts are now correctly covered with ash and gun oil.
• [Weapons] Fixed visual bugs on some guns and magazines.
• [Gear] Significantly increased the capacity of the starting backpack.
• [Gear] Added additional indication when an item doesn’t fit into a container.
• [Gear] Armored vests alone no longer provide protection; it now comes only from the armor plates.
• [Gear] The protection of armor plates and ballistic helmets has been significantly increased.
• [Gear] Made the Anti-Distortion Headgear more comfortable: increased the size of its lenses and reduced the flicker frequency.
• [Gear] The player can no longer eat food while wearing the Anti-Distortion Headgear.
• [Gear] The Anti-Distortion Headgear is always in a folded state when you hold it.
• [Gear] The Head Flashlight now turns on and off properly when worn on the head without a helmet.
• [Gear] The Head Flashlight now always shines from where it should and in the right direction.
• [Gear] Chocolate bars always open without issues.
• [Gear] When using the oil spray and lighter, the fire now looks as it should. Never try this in real life!
• [Facility] Fixed the missing and incorrect information on price tags in the Supply Depot.
• [Facility] The Anti-Distortion Headgear now appears in the Supply Depot only after completing specific missions, rather than at the start of the game.
• [Facility] The special effects of the unpurchased Anti-Distortion Headgear no longer persist after it is destroyed when attempting to leave the Supply Depot.
• [Missions] Adjusted the number of Security Points required to unlock Top Priority Missions.
• [Radius Locations] Anomalies, enemies, and artifacts now spawn as intended when transitioning to a location and after the Tide.
• [Radius Locations] Reduced the number of Distortion Zones across all locations.
• [Radius Locations] Adjusted the boundaries of all Distortion Zones to prevent them from causing outside damage.
• [Radius Locations] It is now easier to see and move within Distortion Zones.
• [Radius Locations] Increased the number of Ash Chunks and Artifacts in Distortion Zones.
• [Radius Locations] Fixed audio bugs related to Distortion Zones.
• [Radius Locations] Distortion Zones remain active and dangerous after loading saves made inside them.
• [Radius Locations] The Mirror Shards Nest now reacts to all light sources again.
• [Radius Locations] Bench vice have been added to the shelter at Forest, allowing to clean the weapons.
• [Radius Locations] The fog now always returns you back to the location.
• [Anomalies] Anomalies no longer spawn inside houses.
• [Anomalies] The Lightning Anomaly continues to damage the player as long as they stay within its area of effect.
• [Anomalies] The moving Hedgehog Anomaly has been slowed down.
• [Enemies] Enemies always damage armor plates.
• [Co-op] Fixed client issues with reloading and shooting the M4A1.
• [Co-op] The large backpack is no longer replaced by a small one for the client after restarting a co-op game.
• [Co-op] The client now takes damage from the Distortion Zone as intended.
• [Co-op] Items in weapon crates are displayed correctly for the client after transitioning to the location.
• [Co-op] Fixed a number of bugs related to the Anti-Distortion Headgear in Co-op.
• [Co-op] Fixed a number of bugs related to the cigarettes in Co-op.
• [UI] The cause of death is once again displayed in the death window.

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