Hard Bullet News

[h2]🛠️Open Beta: What's Next for Hard Bullet?[/h2][p]
Hey everyone!

Today we’re launching the Open Beta on PC! This build brings together the latest updates — including reworked gun models, seasonal events, and several features we previously released on the standalone version.

It still carries some legacy solutions from standalone development, and PC-specific optimizations can be pushed further. Because of this, we won’t move it to the main Steam branch just yet. As developers who’ve been building PC VR since 2015, we want to make sure it meets the standard PC players deserve before going fully live.

That said, this will become the main version that future updates are built upon — so it makes sense to switch over now. Inside the game, you’ll also find a roadmap of upcoming content updates planned for this version.

As with everything we do, this is an ongoing development process — and a unique chance to see how the new optimized version evolves from beta into a full-featured PC release.
[/p][hr][/hr][h3]A Much Faster Hard Bullet[/h3][p]
This Open Beta of Hard Bullet is a huge leap forward compared to the old builds. Our programmers reworked almost every system that used to slow the game down.
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• [p]Bot deformations and physics: Optimized to run smoother, with fewer performance spikes.[/p]
• [p]Blood effects & bot spawning: No longer bottlenecks, allowing bigger and more intense firefights.[/p]
• [p]Shaders and level geometry: Refined for better visuals without killing performance.[/p]
• [p]Physics simulation: Still the heaviest system, but now much more efficient.[/p]
• [p]On PC, performance can be up to 1.5–2x faster, depending on your settings and hardware configuration.[/p]

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This optimization not only makes the game run better — it also gives us a strong foundation to keep adding new content and pushing the limits of what Hard Bullet can do.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]
Halloween Update: Mob Hunt[/h3][p][/p][p]Open Beta also includes our new Halloween Update with reworked gun models and a brand new event to win new cosmetics: Mob Hunt!
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This Halloween Update brings new challenges — you’ll need to pull off a few “jobs” to earn enough coins.

Grab early-20th-century weapons and fight your way through three different killhouses, each more twisted than the last. Don’t forget to visit the classic shooting range, where little Tommy is waiting for you!
[/p][p]By completing challenges, you’ll earn points to unlock:[/p]

• [p]A gangster’s fedora for your character[/p]
• [p]A stylish three-piece suit[/p]
• [p]Gentleman’s white gloves[/p]

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And for your arsenal — art-deco skins for the 1911, Sawed-Off, and Tommy Gun![/p][p][/p][h3]New Arena: Harbor[/h3][p][/p][p]Harbor is finally here! We’re introducing a new level design approach for larger, more diverse locations! Harbor features distinct narrative zones and even a hidden area to uncover.[/p][p][/p][h3]How to Opt-In?
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[p] ⚠️ ACCESS: Right-click HARD BULLET in your Steam library, then select ‘Properties’. In the new window, select ‘Betas’ and choose there “Public Beta”. The new game version will start downloading immediately.

📢 FEEDBACK: Please leave any feedback in the “#beta_test” channel in our Discord where you can participate in voting and other community activities or use Steam Discussions.
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Feedback and Suggestions[/h2][p]
Please leave any feedback in the “#beta_test” channel in our Discord where you can participate in voting and other community activities, or use Steam Discussions.


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[p]Hey everyone,[/p][p][/p][p]We know that you are hungry for some Hard Bullet content, we really do! And this is amazing because we really appreciate your enthusiasm for our game - thank you! We are here for the long run and continue developing HARD BULLET with passion. [/p][p][/p][p]We wanted to share some teasers with you and let you guess what's about to come. 👀[/p][p][/p][h2]🎃Get ready for Halloween![/h2][p]
[/p][p]Is it almost time for the spookiest time of the year, again? 👻 Needless to say, we have cool surprises to share very soon for a new, special Halloween Event.[/p][hr][/hr][p]
This year's Halloween event features two 1920s-themed locations and new skins! In one, you have to shoot targets while moving through a killhouse, and in the other, you can test your shooting skills at a classic shooting range with moving targets!
[/p][hr][/hr][h3] Here are some cool arts for the upcoming Halloween Update! 🎨 [/h3][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]🔫Upcoming New & Reworked Weapons[/h2][p]
Did anyone say new weapons? Sure, why not! We are working on adding and reworking cool weapons to Hard Bullet! Let us share some of the weapons with you - can you guess each one of them? 👀[/p][p]
Some of them might come sooner than you think![/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]💥 It is loud. It is shiny. You are not ready.
[/h3][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]💥Another tease for the keen eye!

[/h3][hr][/hr][p]Oh, we are not done. A brand new map is coming to Hard Bullet soon! [/p][p][/p][h2]🚢Introducing Harbor[/h2][p][/p][p]The new Arena, Harbor, is coming soon! To make it even more visually appealing for PCVR peeps, we'll need a little extra time.

Here are some more screenshots that we shared on Discord a couple of weeks ago.[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h2]Thank you![/h2][p]
Thank you so much for your continuous support, feedback, and suggestions! While we keep working on the Story Mode, AI improvements, performance updates, even more Arenas & weapons - we hope that you liked our little teasers. 🫡[/p][p][/p][p]Don't hesitate to drop your thoughts - we are always listening! [/p][p][/p][p]We'll see you in the Arena soon![/p][p][/p][p]Check out our Socials and keep yourself in the loop![/p][p] Twitter Discord Instagram TikTok Mods [/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[p]Hey everyone,[/p][p][/p][p]We have just deployed a new patch for Hard Bullet, applying a fix for the Unity Engine vulnerability.[/p][p][/p][h3]📜Patch Notes[/h3]

• [p]Applied Express Unity Platform Protection Patch. Last week, we became aware of a security vulnerability in the Unity Engine, which this update addresses. No extra steps are needed from your side, just make sure to update your game![/p]

[p][/p][p]Thank you for the support! More updates are coming soon - keep your eyes peeled! 👀
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[p]Hey everyone,[/p][p][/p][p]We have just deployed a new patch for Hard Bullet, applying a fix for the Unity Engine vulnerability and blood glitch on some enemies.[/p][p][/p][h3]📜Patch Notes[/h3]

• [p]Fixed an issue where some melee weapons would completely cover enemies in blood unrealistically. [/p]
• [p]Applied Express Unity Platform Protection Patch. Earlier today, we became aware of a security vulnerability in the Unity Engine, which this update addresses. No extra steps are needed from your side, just make sure to update your game![/p]

[p][/p][p]Thank you for the support! More updates are coming soon in October - keep your eyes peeled! 👀
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[h2]🍂We are celebrating the Steam Autumn Sale![/h2][p][/p][p]Autumn Sale wouldn't be the same without us, so we stepped in right away. 👀[/p][p][/p][h3]💸HARD BULLET will be 20% OFF during the Steam Autumn Sale!
[/h3][h3] [/h3][p]Right before our upcoming update in October, it's the perfect time to jump in! We'll introduce the first part of the AI update, a brand new map, new destruction features, and more.[/p][p] Check out our Socials and have a chat with us! Twitter Discord Instagram Mods
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