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Escape from Tarkov: New Year's Wipe Brings Festive Content

Author : Noah Update:Jan 25,2025

Escape from Tarkov: New Year

Escape from Tarkov's wipe, initially slated for pre-New Year's release due to a simplified Kappa container quest, now has a confirmed launch time. The update will commence on December 26th at 7:00 AM GMT / 2:00 AM EST. Following maintenance (estimated at 8 hours, though past updates have exceeded this), the game will update to version 0.16.0.0 (Tarkov Arena to 0.2.5.0).

To keep players engaged during downtime, Battlestate Games will host a New Year's Special Twitch stream at 4:00 PM GMT / 11:00 AM EST. While specifics remain undisclosed, additional content is anticipated.

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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 pushing it into 2025. However, several key features are expected:

Firstly, a long-awaited transition to the Unity 2022 engine. While initially planned for 2024, implementation may have been delayed.

Secondly, a significant overhaul of the weapon recoil system, a crucial gameplay mechanic impacting player success.

New weaponry, including the RPG-26, is also anticipated. The Customs map is slated for a rework, promising notable changes. Bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements are confirmed, although the engine upgrade may introduce unforeseen issues. The overall impact remains to be seen.

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