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PlanetSide 2 News
All players can enjoy Double EXP starting today through April 10th!
Want to see what's new? Check out the latest Arsenal Update here.
See you in game, soldier!
April 05, 2022 - Arsenal Hotfix - Patch Notes
All PC servers will be offline for the following update, Apr. 05, at 6:00am PT (3:00pm CEST). Downtime is expected to last up to two hours.
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[h3]Notes on Server/Client Performance[/h3]
Periodic Hitching: Hitching should be resolved with this update's downtime. With last week's repeated rolling zone restarts, the expectation is that we introduced a mismatch between data on certain environments that was causing the hitching. (Side note: This issue has nothing to do with the nanite timer, as some have theorized.)
G15 errors: We're currently experiencing intermittent issues with gateways getting into a bad state. Sometimes a gateway will stop letting traffic through, which means that certain people won't be able to reach the server (resulting in the G15 error.) Those bad gateways need to be restarted manually after a problem is identified. We've added additional logging to the Live environment that will help us diagnose the cause of these gateway collapses. We're trying to stay on top of these problems as best as our current resources allow, but we can look for a more permanent fix once the data comes in.
Connery Server Latency: We're aware of extremely high latency for players connecting to Connery from Asia and Australia. This may be due to routing issues from those environments. It would be extremely helpful if you could submit tickets to CS through this portal: https://help.daybreakgames.com/hc/en-us/categories/204228447-PLANETSIDE-2
We need your character name, server, the time of the incident, ISP, and PC specs if possible. CS will work with you if they need more specific information beyond that point. We realize there is a lot of friction associated with this process, but if we can find the exact jumps where these slowdowns occur, we can work with network providers to try to circumvent these problem areas. Fixing this issue for one person tends to fix it for many people, so thank you in advance for those of you submitting tickets.
High-Pop Performance Issues: We continue to investigate how we can make the high-pop server performance better, but the analysis done until this point mainly points to it being something we need to address from a gameplay side. Reintroducing the spawn priority system has certainly increased the performance overhead, and we're looking at ways to make that less cost intensive. (As a refresher: We initially disabled this system with Oshur's release, but using the more efficient pre-2019 spawn system garnered a lot of negative feedback on non-Oshur continents.) Alternatively, we can reduce the maximum populations on a continent, as performance tends to really starts feel a negative impact 750ish players, but that's probably the least favorable bullet we have in the chamber, as it doesn't truly solve problems when players are all clumped up in the same location. Long story short, we're not ignoring these issues, there just aren't great answers at the moment.
[h3]Double Experience Weekend Two, Electric Boogaloo[/h3]
Because our last double experience weekend was riddled with server issues, we're going to run another one this weekend. The hope is that we have performance issues hammered out by then.
Double experience for ALL players will take place Apr. 08, 09, and 10.
[h3]Balance Adjustments[/h3]
[h3]Misc. Changes, Fixes, and Additions[/h3]
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[h3]Notes on Server/Client Performance[/h3]
Periodic Hitching: Hitching should be resolved with this update's downtime. With last week's repeated rolling zone restarts, the expectation is that we introduced a mismatch between data on certain environments that was causing the hitching. (Side note: This issue has nothing to do with the nanite timer, as some have theorized.)
G15 errors: We're currently experiencing intermittent issues with gateways getting into a bad state. Sometimes a gateway will stop letting traffic through, which means that certain people won't be able to reach the server (resulting in the G15 error.) Those bad gateways need to be restarted manually after a problem is identified. We've added additional logging to the Live environment that will help us diagnose the cause of these gateway collapses. We're trying to stay on top of these problems as best as our current resources allow, but we can look for a more permanent fix once the data comes in.
Connery Server Latency: We're aware of extremely high latency for players connecting to Connery from Asia and Australia. This may be due to routing issues from those environments. It would be extremely helpful if you could submit tickets to CS through this portal: https://help.daybreakgames.com/hc/en-us/categories/204228447-PLANETSIDE-2
We need your character name, server, the time of the incident, ISP, and PC specs if possible. CS will work with you if they need more specific information beyond that point. We realize there is a lot of friction associated with this process, but if we can find the exact jumps where these slowdowns occur, we can work with network providers to try to circumvent these problem areas. Fixing this issue for one person tends to fix it for many people, so thank you in advance for those of you submitting tickets.
High-Pop Performance Issues: We continue to investigate how we can make the high-pop server performance better, but the analysis done until this point mainly points to it being something we need to address from a gameplay side. Reintroducing the spawn priority system has certainly increased the performance overhead, and we're looking at ways to make that less cost intensive. (As a refresher: We initially disabled this system with Oshur's release, but using the more efficient pre-2019 spawn system garnered a lot of negative feedback on non-Oshur continents.) Alternatively, we can reduce the maximum populations on a continent, as performance tends to really starts feel a negative impact 750ish players, but that's probably the least favorable bullet we have in the chamber, as it doesn't truly solve problems when players are all clumped up in the same location. Long story short, we're not ignoring these issues, there just aren't great answers at the moment.
[h3]Double Experience Weekend Two, Electric Boogaloo[/h3]
Because our last double experience weekend was riddled with server issues, we're going to run another one this weekend. The hope is that we have performance issues hammered out by then.
Double experience for ALL players will take place Apr. 08, 09, and 10.
[h3]Balance Adjustments[/h3]
- Semi-auto shotguns now use the same Slug Ammunition as automatic shotguns, changing their damage from 600-400 to 475-300.
- 19A Fortuna, CB-ARX Newton, TRAC-Shot, Eclipse VE3A now all have access to Soft Point Ammunition.
[h3]Misc. Changes, Fixes, and Additions[/h3]
- Compensators for the Eclipse VE3A, TRAC-Shot, and 19A Fortuna now operate as expected.
- NSO's HCG turrets no longer have view model issues in first person while looking up.
- Heavy Magazine attachment no longer prevents rail attachments from being equipped on weapons that were affected by this bug.
- Heavy Magazine attachment no longer increases the magazine size of underbarrel grenade launchers.
- Compensator's attachment description has been updated, and properly conveys the increased hipfire penalty.
- NS-45P Pilot now has compensator and flash suppressor like it's base weapon counterpart.
- Havoc Mines no longer show the tactical grenade indicator above them.
- Mines added in the last update no longer stick to surfaces.
- Updated the cert line description of Nano-armor Cloaking.
- EMP, Flash, Concussion, and Havoc grenades now all grant assist experience.
- Equipping a laser sight on the "Treasured" LA1 Anchor no longer conflicts with barrel attachments.
- MG-A1 Arbalest now has proper barrel attachment models.
- Earning a Flashbang Mine medal no longer also grants a Flashbang Grenade medal.
- The My Stats page have had the missing grenades added to it.
Hook, Line, and Sinker
Hey there, folks.
In my view, PlanetSide 2 has always been a game about possibility. With a wealth of playstyles, from boots on the ground infantry, to armored vehicle specialists, to elite fighter pilots, and supportive construction specialists, we make an effort to ensure that every player who sets foot in this game has a niche to call their own. Sadly, one segment of the playerbase has gone underserved for the entirety of the game's almost 10 years of life. We'd like to change that. Players who prefer non-combat roles, or are staunch supporters of pacifism amidst the battleworn landscapes, should finally be granted a well-deserved reprieve from the war on Auraxis.
When this update rolls around, we will be taking our first steps toward introducing the serene art of fishing to PlanetSide 2.
[h2]Making Preparations[/h2]
While on Sanctuary, speak to Representative Nalla to apply for the Auraxis Anglers Society, and unlock the NS NanoCaster tactical slot item.
[h2]Auraxis Anglers Society[/h2]
The Auraxis Anglers Society operates on a "capture and document" policy, where participants compete to acquire NFTs (new fish targets) that have yet to be tagged.
Before you become a full fledged member, Nalla will ask you to prove your worth with various fishing-related tasks in the form of the new Gone Fishing directive line.
[h2]Taking the Bait[/h2]
The NanoCaster can be used on any body of water to scan and document fish native to that environment.
Right-click will toss the NanoBobber into the body of water. The NanoBobber will attempt to lure aquatic creatures to the device. When the NanoBobber receives a "hit," left-click to "capture" that fish.
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[h2]Permits and Competition[/h2]
Upon completing the Gone Fishing directive, you will gain the ability to fish on certain continents during the appropriate seasons, provided your permits are paid for and up to date.
All continents have unique fish to discover, and fish size and weight leaderboards will be made available in the Sanctuary during each season.
[h2]Wen fishing?[/h2]
We hope you're all excited as we are for this highly requested feature, and want to make sure we take the time to get it right.
Be sure to follow us on Twitter @planetside2, and be on the lookout for updates that may possibly discuss the implementation of this feature in some timeline.
-Wrel, Lead Angler
In my view, PlanetSide 2 has always been a game about possibility. With a wealth of playstyles, from boots on the ground infantry, to armored vehicle specialists, to elite fighter pilots, and supportive construction specialists, we make an effort to ensure that every player who sets foot in this game has a niche to call their own. Sadly, one segment of the playerbase has gone underserved for the entirety of the game's almost 10 years of life. We'd like to change that. Players who prefer non-combat roles, or are staunch supporters of pacifism amidst the battleworn landscapes, should finally be granted a well-deserved reprieve from the war on Auraxis.
When this update rolls around, we will be taking our first steps toward introducing the serene art of fishing to PlanetSide 2.
[h2]Making Preparations[/h2]
While on Sanctuary, speak to Representative Nalla to apply for the Auraxis Anglers Society, and unlock the NS NanoCaster tactical slot item.
[h2]Auraxis Anglers Society[/h2]
The Auraxis Anglers Society operates on a "capture and document" policy, where participants compete to acquire NFTs (new fish targets) that have yet to be tagged.
Before you become a full fledged member, Nalla will ask you to prove your worth with various fishing-related tasks in the form of the new Gone Fishing directive line.
[h2]Taking the Bait[/h2]
The NanoCaster can be used on any body of water to scan and document fish native to that environment.
Right-click will toss the NanoBobber into the body of water. The NanoBobber will attempt to lure aquatic creatures to the device. When the NanoBobber receives a "hit," left-click to "capture" that fish.
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
[h2]Permits and Competition[/h2]
Upon completing the Gone Fishing directive, you will gain the ability to fish on certain continents during the appropriate seasons, provided your permits are paid for and up to date.
All continents have unique fish to discover, and fish size and weight leaderboards will be made available in the Sanctuary during each season.
[h2]Wen fishing?[/h2]
We hope you're all excited as we are for this highly requested feature, and want to make sure we take the time to get it right.
Be sure to follow us on Twitter @planetside2, and be on the lookout for updates that may possibly discuss the implementation of this feature in some timeline.
-Wrel, Lead Angler
Double EXP for All Players [ MAR 31 - APR 3 ]
All players can enjoy Double EXP starting today through April 3rd!
What's more, if you equip your Schnoz mask starting April 1st - April 3rd, you can get +20% EXTRA XP!
Want to see what's new? Check out the latest Arsenal Update here.
See you in game, soldier! ːsteamthumbsupː
40% OFF Infantry Weapons [ MAR 30 - APR 3 ]
From today through April 3rd, get infantry weapons at a discount!
Equip your best weapon and move out, soldier!
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