PlanetSide 2 News

PC servers will come down for the following update on Wednesday, January 15, at 6:00am PST (3:00pm CET). The downtime for this update is expected to last up to 4 hours.

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[h3]Sales[/h3]
Lunar New Year Returning Bundles! (24th January 2025 - 10th February 2025)

Players will be able to purchase previous Lunar New Year bundles for a limited time!

Lunar New Year Bundle! (24th January 2025 - 10th February 2025)

Players can find a New Lunar Year Bundle in the Depot that contains the following:

• Lunar Serpent Helmet
  
• Lunar Serpent Decal
  
• Lunar Serpent Banner
  
• Lunar Serpent Banner Frame
  
• Lunar Serpent Camo
  
• Rattle Horn
  

[h3]Members Only Bundles[/h3]

Daybreak All Access Members will find in the Members Only section of the Depot the following bundles:

January Members Only Bundle I (Available throughout February)

• Trench Shovel (Melee weapon)
  
• Camo-Net Exterior Kit (Sunderer and Harasser)
  
• Camo Net Hubcaps (Sunderer and Harasser)
  
• Camo-Net Bumper Kit (Sunderer)
  
• Camo-Net Windshield Kit (Harasser)
  

Lunar New Year Members Only Bundle (24th January 2025 - 10th February 2025)

This year we thought we would throw in a load of titles fitting for the Lunar New Year. Some of these titles are available in our Lunar New Years bundles, some aren't! Players who purchase this bundle will obtain:

• Title: Lunar Dragon
  
• Title: Lunar Rabbit
  
• Title: Lunar Tiger
  
• Title: Lunar Ox
  
• Title: Lunar Rat
  
• Title: Lunar Boar
  
• Title: Lunar Hound
  
• Title: Lunar Rooster
  
• Title: Lunar Monkey
  
• Title: Lunar Ram
  
• Title: Lunar Horse
  
• Title: Lunar Snake
  

Weapon Cosmetics
In the Ammo slot on the NS-D Helios and its skin variants you will now be able to purchase different colored flames. So far we are testing the waters with the following:

• NS-DB Blue Ammo
  
• NS-DB Green Ammo
  
• NS-DB Purple Ammo
  

Features
We are happy to introduce our NSO players to the "NS-T Skeleton Key", an NSO only power knife!
Removal of Auraximas Decorations from Sanctuary and other continents

Bug Fixes

• Fixed an issue where the grayed out areas on Esamir do not show the out of bounds messaging and effect
  
• Fixed a hole in the terrain on Amerish
  
• Fixed the mysterious missing sidearm directive
  
• Fixed a door at Mani Site on Esamir that had single sided polygons
  
• Fixed an Armored Canopy model that had inconsistency with it's collision
  

Crash Updates
Improved game stability, including fixing several memory leak crashes and common crashes

Known Issues
Some rare crash cases may still be present in the game but will be addressed in the next series patches

📈Double XP For All Event📈
☃️Celebrate the holidays with a double xp for all event!
☃️Double XP runs from Dec. 30 through Jan. 5.

Happy Gaming!

📈Members Double XP Weekend!📈
🔸Members can enjoy Double XP this weekend from Dec. 27 - Dec. 29.
🔸Learn more about Daybreak All-Access: https://www.daybreakgames.com/allaccess

Welcome back Auraxians,

Happy Holidays! As we approach the festive holidays, we’d like to take a moment to wish you a joyous season filled with warmth, happiness, and great battles ahead! Your passion, dedication, and feedback have always been at the heart of PlanetSide 2. Auraxis is shaped by epic battles and the camaraderie of its incredible community. We're also excited to share some details regarding the Assault game mode coming to the game next year!

[h3]The Road Ahead: Introducing Assault Game Mode[/h3]
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Prepare for an exciting evolution in battle strategy with the Assault Facility, debuting on the icy tundras of Esamir. This new gameplay experience redefines how you fight for territory, introducing a dynamic and strategic flow to facility battles. Designed to deliver intense, focused combat, the Assault Facility offers a new twist to the way victories are earned on Auraxis.

[h2]What is the Assault Facility?[/h2]

The Assault Facility introduces a step-by-step capture system where attackers must seize control points in a specific sequence to win. Unlike traditional battles, defenders cannot recapture lost points—each victory pushes attackers closer to taking the facility. However, attackers must act strategically, as their resources (called "tickets") are limited and deplete with every respawn.

Attackers win by capturing all points in the sequence, while defenders win by draining the attackers' tickets before they can reach the final point. The facility design encourages intense, tactical gameplay that evolves as the battle progresses.


[h3]Why It’s Different[/h3]

• Strategic Progression: Each phase of the battle has its own character and tactics, from open vehicle-heavy skirmishes to intense infantry-focused showdowns.
  
• Tactical Management: Attackers must manage a finite pool of resources (tickets) to spawn reinforcements, adding a layer of strategy to every decision.
  
• Defenders’ Role: Holding key positions depletes the attackers' tickets, creating opportunities for defenders to turn the tide.
  
• Custom Facility Design: This prototype base, located on Esamir, is purpose-built for this game mode, featuring three distinct capture points and dynamic combat zones.
  

[h3]Battle Flow[/h3]

1. Start at the Excavation Site
2. The battle begins as attackers secure the first point, using vehicles and open terrain to their advantage. This area is designed to give attackers a foothold, setting the stage for the battle to come.
   
3. Advance to the Plant
4. The second phase shifts to an intricate facility with multiple pathways, cover options, and strategic chokepoints. This mid-stage battle is where coordination and teamplay shine.
   
5. Climactic Fight in the Engine Room
6. The final showdown takes place in a heavily fortified zone, rewarding both clever tactics and relentless determination.
   

[h3]Designed for Epic Battles[/h3]

The Assault Facility emphasizes what makes PlanetSide 2 unique: massive, unpredictable battles where vehicles, infantry, and strategy all play a role. Key features include:

• Intense Focus: Battles funnel players into critical hotspots, ensuring every moment counts.
  
• Integrated Vehicles: Tanks and transport vehicles dominate early stages, while infantry leads the charge in the final phases.
  
• Evolving Combat: The phased approach delivers distinct beginnings, middles, and climactic finales.
  

[h3]Coming soon to PTS[/h3]
You can playtest the new Assault Facility in our upcoming playtest arriving soon. Check our social channels and website for future updates.

[h3]A Glimpse of the Future[/h3]
In the future, this facility will pave the way for Archaeotech, a mysterious new element in the lore of Auraxis, discovered at the Assault Facility. This is where the victors of the Assault Facility will be able to summon the long awaited Stryder.

We look forward to seeing how you adapt your strategies to conquer this facility. As always, your feedback will be crucial in shaping its future iterations both on the playtest server and eventually, live.

[h3]Thank You for Your Support
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PlanetSide 2 thrives because of you—our dedicated soldiers, tacticians, and storytellers. Your feedback, creativity, and enthusiasm drive us to keep innovating and improving. Whether you’re leading a massive assault, crafting intricate lore theories, or simply enjoying a quiet moment in Sanctuary, you are the lifeblood of this game.

As we forge ahead, we invite you to continue sharing your ideas, reporting issues, and celebrating victories with us. Together, we’ll ensure that Auraxis remains a battlefield like no other.

Here’s to another year of epic battles, thrilling adventures, and unforgettable moments. See you on the frontlines!

The PlanetSide 2 Team

Servers are back from maintenance, please see today's notes below:

🔸Fixed a crash on CPUs without support of SSE4.2
🔸Improved performance on Windows 7
🔸Wavestinger Harpoon and NSX Fusion Blade quick attack fixed
🔸Removed cert currency from NS-D "Ice Dragon" Helios
🔸Removed water body option for water on Hossin

Note:
Although this hotfix will address some of the crashes, we will be reviewing any remaining crashes that may exist after this hotfix. Thank you for your patience while we focus on making your gaming experience much smoother.