
Escape from Tarkov's wipe, initially slated for pre-New Year's release due to a simplified Kappa container quest, now has a confirmed update time: December 26th at 7:00 AM GMT / 2:00 AM EST. Following maintenance (estimated 8 hours, potentially longer), the game will update to version 0.16.0.0 (Tarkov Arena to 0.2.5.0).
To compensate for downtime, Battlestate Games will host a New Year's Special Twitch stream at 4:00 PM GMT / 11:00 AM EST. Details remain undisclosed, but expect additional content.
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What's new in update 0.16.0.0?
Version 0.16.0.0 signifies the game's full release remains pending, likely until 2025. However, several anticipated features include:
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Unity 2022 Engine Transition: A long-awaited upgrade, potentially impacting performance and stability.
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Weapon Recoil System Overhaul: A significant change with the potential to drastically alter gameplay.
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New Weaponry: The RPG-26 is a strong contender for inclusion.
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Customs Map Rework: Expect substantial modifications to this popular map.
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Bug Fixes and Quality of Life Improvements: While anticipated, the engine upgrade might introduce new unforeseen issues.
The extent of these changes and any unannounced additions will be revealed upon the update's release.
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