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The Shooting Range Update is LIVE - Update 1.2.19

ZERO Sievert — Patch Notes
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WELCOME TO THE RANGE
[p]This patch introduces the long-requested Shooting Range, giving players a dedicated space to test weapons, experiment with builds, and sharpen their combat skills. We’ve also made meaningful improvements to the Prologue, enhancing the early-game experience, along with a range of UI, controller, and quality-of-life updates to keep ZERO Sievert running smoother than ever. Full details below...[/p][p][/p][h2]NEW: SHOOTING RANGE[/h2][p]A long-requested feature is here: the Shooting Range, available immediately in the Bunker — no grind, no unlocks, just straight-up practice.[/p][h3]🔧 Where to Find It[/h3]
  • [p]Located in the main Bunker[/p]
  • [p]Accessible right from the start[/p]
[h3]🎯 Purpose-Built Training Ground[/h3]
  • [p]Spawn various enemy types on command — including armoured targets[/p]
  • [p]Test weapons, builds, and loadouts in safe, controlled conditions[/p]
[h3]📊 Detailed Feedback System[/h3]
  • [p]Live stats: Damage, recoil, bullet penetration[/p]
  • [p]Skill & mastery modifiers[/p]
  • [p]Clean vs. glancing hits[/p]
  • [p]Perfect for tweaking every bullet and build[/p]
[p][/p][h3]🧠 Sharpen Your Skills[/h3]
  • [p]Range markers for distance practice[/p]
  • [p]Hone close-quarters reflexes and long-range precision[/p]
  • [p]Great for new players and min-maxers alike[/p]
[h3]💬 Built with the Community in Mind[/h3]
  • [p]Your feedback helped shape this[/p]
  • [p]We can't wait to see your creative builds and meta-breaking combos[/p]
  • [p]Consider it your new lab for destruction[/p]
[p][/p][h2]PROLOGUE IMPROVEMENTS AND CHANGES[/h2][p]We’ve made the Prologue experience smoother and more focused on learning:[/p]
  • [p]No radiation in the Prologue[/p]
  • [p]Guns no longer jam during the Prologue[/p]
  • [p]Time does not pass, so you can learn at your own pace[/p]
  • [p]Reduced loot in containers and bodies — less hoarding, more exploring[/p]
  • [p]Removed some static chests to reduce clutter and streamline flow[/p]
[p][/p][h2]OTHER IMPROVEMENTS & TWEAKS[/h2]
  • [p]Quest text and objectives now appear on the same screen[/p]
  • [p]Base module crafting blocked unless the previous level is installed[/p]
  • [p]New dialogue option with the Barman if you have the Prologue letter — he'll hand you 10,000 roubles[/p]
  • [p]Quest screen optimizations (PDA & NPC versions)[/p]
  • [p]Sprint toggle now off by default[/p]
  • [p]Controller input tweaks for better responsiveness[/p]
  • [p]UI performance optimizations for smoother navigation[/p]
[p][/p][h2]500,000 PLAYERS STRONG[/h2][p]We've officially sold over half a million copies of ZERO Sievert. From a small bunker in the woods to a thriving community of survivors, you've carried this game on your backs. Every bug report, every build video, every wild raid story — you made this possible.[/p][p]From all of us on the development team: Thank you![/p][p]We’re humbled, grateful, and more motivated than ever to keep making ZERO Sievert better.[/p][p][/p][h2]CELEBRATION SALE — 30% OFF[/h2][p]Starting Wednesday August 6th, ZERO Sievert will be 30% off on Steam. It’s the perfect time to get your friends geared up and send them into the Zone with you. With an 85% "Very Positive" rating, we’re confident they’ll find a home in the bunker just like you did.[/p][p][/p][p]As always, your feedback shapes ZERO Sievert.[/p][p]See you in the zone...
- The ZERO Sievert Dev Team[/p]

ZERO Sievert Community Screenshot Challenge

[h2]Have you got what it takes to kill a butt-ton of monsters, mercenaries and everything in-between, AND have the guts to capture the evidence? If so, we like your style...[/h2][p][/p][h3]You have one goal: Kill as much stuff as possible and show it off in a single screenshot,[/h3][p][/p][h3]Deadline: July 11th at 11:59 PM (your local time)[/h3][p][/p][h3] RULES OF ENGAGEMENT[/h3]
  • [p] Use any game save you have,[/p]
  • [p] All dead stuff much be within your standard locked FOV,[/p]
  • [p] You can add indicators to show all of the dead things, but they must all be clearly visible (you can turn off grass to help),[/p]
  • [p] No mods, no cheats, no altered images (besides indicators should you wish). Keep it clean,[/p]
[h3] SUBMIT YOUR RUN[/h3]
  • [p]Upload your screenshot in the #events channel,[/p]
  • [p]Use the tag #Screenshot and include how many victims you have,[/p]
[h3] THE REWARD,[/h3]
  • [p]Top 3 most kills will win exclusive Zero Sievert stickers,[/p]
  • [p]Winners will be revealed in the July 17th dev update[/p]
    • [p]Please beware, you may be charged a customs fee depending on your location,[/p]
[h3] ELIGIBILITY[/h3]
  • [p]Only open to individuals 18+ in the EU, UK, or US,[/p]
  • [p]Toxic behaviour will get you disqualified, no exceptions,[/p]
  • [p]Ask questions, share strats and keep it respectful,[/p]
[p][/p][p]If you're not already on the official ZERO Sievert Discord server, join now! [/p][h3]Good luck everyone![/h3]

Our latest ZERO Sievert dev update is now live!

[h2]Our latest ZERO Sievert Dev Update is LIVE![/h2][p][/p][p]And it's a doozy... We broke the game, we fixed the game, we're still on sale AND we're kicking off yet a rather morbid community competition... Watch to find out more!
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Hotfix 1.2.13 | Patch notes

[p]What's that? Another update?! Damn right it is! Sure, it's because we broke stuff... but you can't say we just left the bag, can you...[/p][p]Again, a massive THANK YOU to everyone who let us know you were experiencing issues and provided extra info on just how they were effecting you. This really helped and allowed us to quickly identify and resolve the issues. Here's the few notes for this hotfix:[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue which caused the Prologue to crash[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue that caused wolves to spawn out side of the map on the Prologue[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where players could die in the Prologue[/p]
  • [p]Fixed multiple localization issues[/p]
[p]These fixes combined should further improve the stability and overall experience of the game for you.[/p][p][/p][p]Again, the biggest thank you to all of our players and community for providing insight and being patient while we fix these issues. We're a small dev team, but we're committed to ensuring an as smooth and positive experience as possible for you. If that is exactly what you're experiencing now, then please do leave us a Steam reviews to help get the word out all means the world to us.[/p][p][/p][p]We're ever grateful for every positive review we receive and can't explain how happy we are that you along for the ride with us. Thank you.[/p][p][/p][p]- ZERO Sievert Dev Team[/p]

Single-player extraction shooter ZERO Sievert gets gamepad and Steam Deck upgrades

ZERO Sievert is a popular single-player top-down extraction shooter that's a lot of fun, and it just had a huge upgrade that's worth a look.

Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/07/single-player-extraction-shooter-zero-sievert-gets-gamepad-and-steam-deck-upgrades/