The Long Dark Hotfixed to V1.66 [57718]

Hello community,

We’ve released hotfix 1.66 [57718]. In this release, we’ve focused on addressing a number of world art issues found in the Bleak Inlet region, as well as resolving several Predator AI and Quality of Life issues. If you encounter any issues while playing The Long Dark please visit our Support Portal.

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CHANGELIST v1.66 [57718]

GENERAL ART FIXES

• [Enviro] Fixed numerous areas in Bleak Inlet where the Player could become stuck.
• [Enviro] Polish pass on locations in Bleak Inlet where the Player could get outside of the intended play.
• [Enviro] Fixed clipping and floating objects located throughout the Bleak Inlet region.
• [Enviro] Removed various instances of invisible collision found in Bleak Inlet.
• [Enviro] Survivors will now become wet if standing in, or near a waterfall found in the Bleak Inlet region.
• [Envrio] Wolves will no longer appear to flicker when walking along the docks in the Bleak Inlet.
• [Enviro] Removed Weak Ice location that was unintentionally placed on land in the Forlorn Muskeg.

USER INTERFACE FIXES

• [UI] Saves now correctly display Region text for Bleak Inlet.
• [UI] Crafting Time now updates to show the selected tool, instead of the most efficient tool.

WINTERMUTE FIXES

• [WINTERMUTE] Timberwolf carcasses no longer disappear if the Player saves, then reloads.
• [WINTERMUTE] Fixed issue that could unintentionally cutoff dialogue.

CHALLENGE MODES

• [Challenge] Fixed issue that rewarded the Nomad Badge when completing the Whiteout Challenge.
• [Challenge] Nomad Badge now correctly rewarded when completing the Nomad Challenge.
• [Challenge] Challenge Mastery achievement now unlocks as soon the Player has earned it.

SURVIVAL MODE

• [Survival] Timberwolves will now hunt prey, as intended.
• [Custom Mode] “Revolvers” option updated to “Revolver Availability” for consistency.
• [Gameplay] Fixed a crash that could occur when entering the Snow Shelter, when using a controller.

ALL GAME MODES

• [Gameplay] Sewing Kits no longer lose condition when harvesting Clothing.
• [AI] Predators will no longer flee from Survivors who are atop a sloped hill.
• [AI] Added additional line of sight check to Timberwolves, to prevent attacks through walls and out of reach locations.
• [AI] Timberwolves will now break-off their attack if a Marine Flare is lit, before the struggle occurs.
• [AI] Timberwolves can no longer flee to excessive distances.
• [Gameplaye] Fixed a crash that could occur on some save files when loading into Bleak Inlet.

Playstation 4/Xbox One

• [PS4] Fixed HDR lighting in the Hunter’s Lodge and Grey Mother’s House.
• [PS4] Fixed missing music for some players.

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