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GZW Dev Interview #2 - Game Backend Developer

Hello Everyone,

Get to Know the Gray Zone Warfare Dev Team

Who is the genius handling the intricate backend systems of Gray Zone Warfare? From crafting the messenger to perfecting the matchmaking and ensuring persistence, it's all expertly handled by Riki, our Backend Programmer.

Come along as we explore Riki's journey into game development and how she became a key member of our MADFINGER Games team. Plus, we'll give you a sneak peek at her current projects.

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GZW Unleashed: First-Ever Hands-On Gameplay Impressions

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The first-ever hands-on impressions of Gray Zone Warfare are finally here. After much anticipation, several creators had the exclusive chance to dive into the game, and their initial impressions were not only inspiring and enlightening but also immensely helpful in shaping the game's future improvements over time.

Please note that the creators experienced an older pre-alpha build while exploring only a limited portion of the map and completing one mission. This provided them with a glimpse into what Gray Zone Warfare has to offer.

Every creator offers a distinctive viewpoint, illuminating various aspects of the game. Their diverse impressions articulate a well-rounded comprehension of just some of the fundamentals that Gray Zone Warfare holds in store once Early Access unfolds. Prepare for narratives featuring strategic ingenuity, pulse-quickening episodes, and the pure adrenaline surge of being at the forefront of an entertaining and enjoyable gaming experience.

Every Move Matters,

- MADFINGER Games Team

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Gray Zone Warfare | 23 MINUTES OF RAW TACTICAL GAMEPLAY | 4K 60FPS

Hello Again Everyone,

We're thrilled to present you with over 23 minutes of unedited tactical gameplay footage from Gray Zone Warfare.

Experience a brief playthrough of the "Rat's Nest" mission from two distinct points of view, immersing yourself in the dynamic strategies and seamless teamwork of a 4-man squad as they tackle the mission with patience and perseverance.

In this mission, operatives are tasked with retrieving crucial intel and reporting back to Handshake, navigating a complex web of challenges. They will need to identify the hideouts and investigate them discreetly. It will be imperative to gather as much information as possible before moving. While their primary objectives are reconnaissance and gathering intelligence, we cannot promise that they will not encounter resistance along the way.

This exclusive reveal provides a firsthand look at the intensity, strategy, and coordination required to succeed in the world of Gray Zone Warfare.

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GZW Creator's Spotlight: Devlog 3

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Once again, we are grateful for the support from Creators making content for #GrayZoneWarfare.

Take a closer look at the GZW Combat Experience Devlog, where the following skilled creators provide detailed insights:

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With a smooth voice and great editing, Shadeless presents the latest intel from GZW Devlog 3. With great attention to detail, he deconstructs what sets our recoil system apart.

[h3]Ghost Gaming[/h3]

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GhostGaming crafts an outstanding video showcasing what makes GZW Ballistics both realistic and enjoyable. He also takes a deeper dive on how it will impact your character.

[h3]Riloe Gaming[/h3]

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Riloe introduces the scientific aspect of #GZW's innovative ballistic simulation with great editing and a wealth of real-life information. Riloe educates his audience on the intricacies of Gray Zone Warfare ballistics.

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Devlog #3: GZW Combat Experience

Prepare for an immersive combat experience where damage goes beyond mere numbers found in other games. Instead, precise real-world values and an authentic ballistics model determine each weapon's damage, autonomously calculating outcomes based on this data. It's all about mastering the art of the perfect shot and understanding its impact on the human body.

[h3]MASTER YOUR MARKSMANSHIP SKILLS[/h3]

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Understanding terminal ballistics is vital. Dive into a meticulously crafted system that strikes a balance between hardcore realism and accessible gameplay, offering a gradual learning curve that is easy to understand yet challenging to truly master. Each projectile's impact and effectiveness are determined by various factors, including energy, velocity, and penetration capabilities, and how these factors influence the damage potential of different types of ammunition.

Various types of ammunition are at your disposal, each with unique characteristics and real-life properties derived from the materials comprising their jacket and core. SP (Soft Point) rounds are engineered to expand upon impact, proving effective against unarmored adversaries. FMJ (Full Metal Jacket) ammunition excels in penetrating targets efficiently. AP (Armor-Piercing) rounds specialize in breaching. armored defenses. Finally, HP (Hollow Point) bullets are crafted to expand upon entry, inflicting greater damage and striking a balance between penetration and impact.

The projectile simulation includes a variety of detailed aspects: Firstly, it accounts for jacket damage and detachment. Secondly, it simulates core deformation, known as mushrooming, as well as disintegration. Thirdly, considering the bullet's rotation, it incorporates the ricochet and projectile destabilization physics. Finally, it includes a physical simulation within the human body, calculating both temporary and permanent cavities in soft tissues and their impact.

[h3]PENETRATIVE CAPABILITIES OF DIFFERENT AMMUNITION TYPES[/h3]



When comparing soft lead core ammunition (FMJ) to tungsten core ammunition (AP), you'll observe that while soft lead may struggle to penetrate a double-layered metal fence, tungsten core rounds effortlessly pierce through multiple barriers. The simulation considers factors like kinetic energy density, angle of obliquity, deformation, and the differences between full and partial penetration

[h3]TEMPORARY CAVITIES[/h3]


Beyond the projectile’s trajectory, it’s the impact that counts. Upon striking a target, a bullet's transferred energy fluctuates depending on its specifications and the composition of the obstacle. This involves accounting for factors such as the bullet's rotation, deformation, tumbling, and alterations in behavior after penetrating a barrier. For instance, firing through a wooden wall may diminish penetration while increasing blunt force trauma.

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Ricochets demonstrate the sophistication of the physics model. Upon impact with a solid surface at an angle, the model accounts for both the characteristics of the projectile and those of the obstacle. For example, a soft material like wood results in a wider ricochet angle and lower velocity compared to a hard material like steel.

Moreover, the model can replicate the behavior of projectiles hitting water (as shown in the Terminal Ballistics Demonstration). This occurs when a particular impact angle is consistently maintained. If this angle is exceeded, the object doesn't bounce off the surface but instead enters the water.

[h3]CONTROL THE RECOIL[/h3]



Mastering recoil control is complex and influenced by various factors including the muzzle velocity, the weight of your firearm and its ammunition. With each shot fired, your weapon's weight decreases, thus changing how the recoil feels. For instance, there can be up to a 10% difference in recoil control with an AR15, depending on whether you are shooting with a full magazine or the last bullet.




Additionally, the movement of the bolt mechanism within the firearm contributes to its realism. When
firing, the bolt moves backward, intensifying the felt recoil and causing the firearm to move in your hands. However, as the bolt returns to its original position, it stabilizes the firearm to some extent. This doesn’t happen with simpler bolt-action rifles without this automatic functionality.

As a Special Forces Operative, your training helps you manage recoil during shooting, but this adjustment varies with each shot, making each experience unique. Additionally, your stamina level is crucial. If you've been running or jumping, your stability will be compromised, and prolonged aiming can also cause your aim to waver. Keep an eye on your overall energy and arm strength to maintain peak performance and deadeye accuracy!

[h3]KNOW YOUR BODY[/h3]



Having a thorough understanding of your body is essential. Your PMC operative has a detailed human anatomy with organs, bones, and structures, accurately portraying injury-based cavities caused by projectiles. Addressing injuries with gamified treatments offers logical consequences, extending beyond simple cause-and-effect when wounded.

The behavior of a bullet upon hitting armor varies dynamically, depending on the ammunition's properties, especially its penetration capability. This leads to diverse outcomes: a bullet might ricochet harmlessly off the armor, penetrate it to cause significant damage, or pierce through only to be stopped by the back plate. Each scenario is meticulously calculated, reflecting the complex realities of ballistics and armor interaction, ranging from severe internal trauma to more superficial wounds.

Severe injuries like bleeding and damage to your organs affect your character's body and mind, making it harder for you to perform well in combat. Various things can happen during action, and each situation requires careful handling. It is essential to know that even a minor injury can lead to more significant issues, such as limited movement, worsened aim, and impaired hearing, especially in a heated combat zone. Sometimes, you inadvertently make noise, potentially revealing your location to enemies. In more severe cases, these injuries can cause blood loss, which may affect your vision or even lead to a coma, from which only other friendly PMCs can save you. Understanding and managing these risks is critical to performing well in Gray Zone Warfare.

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