Brazen Blaze -3vs3 Brawl Arena- News

Hello Runners, this is the Brazen Blaze Team.

Brazen Blaze has been updated today on June 4, 2024 PDT.
The version number is 0.8.0.

[h2]■Updates[/h2]
Matchmaking Update
We updated the matchmaking to provide more stress free matching.
Players will be able to join matches with less wait time.

Additionally, we have experimentally added NPCs to the game.
Depending on your rating and matchmaking wait time, you may be matched with NPCs.

Other updates to address the issue are planned as well.

Hard Mode added to Target Challenge
A new HArd Mode has been added to the Target Challenge. Put your punching, dashing, climbing, and shooting skills to the test!

For more information on the update, please refer to the Patch Note.
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2511050/view/4159716370335525839?l=english

[h2]■Open Beta ACT:2 Now LIVE[/h2]

In addition to Custom Matches where you can choose your rule, team, and stage, an exclusive Velvet skin can be acquired through the Battle Pass!

[h2]■Period[/h2]
May 21, 2024 22:00 ~ June 18, 2024 PDT
*End time will be announced on a later date


[h2]■Download the application[/h2]
[h3]Click here for Meta Quest (App Lab) Click here for Steam[/h3]

We hope you continue to enjoy the Brazen Blaze Open Beta.

[h2]■Featured Contents[/h2]
- Improved the matchmaking system.
Additionally, we have experimentally added NPCs to the game.
Depending on your rating and matchmaking wait time, you may be matched with NPCs.
- Added "New York City (Day) HARD" to Target Challenge.
- Changed the limited-time rule from Round Team Match BO5 to BO3. In BO3, the team to win 2 rounds will be the winner.
- Added the number of obtainable items in the Battle Pass display.
- Added a design to display on the monitor when a Runner is not selected during Runner pick.
- Updated the motion of the target drones in Target Challenge
- Changed it so that the previously used Runner and Sub Weapon are selected in Target Challenge

[h2]■Bug Fixes[/h2]
- Notifications not displayed correctly.
- Voice chat not being audible when consecutive matches are played in Custom Match.
- Members unable to return to the room if an error occurs with any member in Custom Match.
- Unnecessary objects appearing when playing as a spectator in Custom Match.
- Errors occurring if a spectator from a previous match becomes a participant in the next match in Custom Match.
- Player icons not displayed correctly on the spectator console screen in Custom Match.
- Item descriptions not displayed correctly when selected in the Shop.
- Battle Pass UI not displayed correctly if the console is left immediately after selecting "Receive Item" in Battle Pass.
- Invite list UI not displayed correctly if an error occurs when an invite is received.
- Some incorrect text displayed when played in Simplified Chinese.
- Other minor bug fixes.

Hello Runners, this is the Brazen Blaze Team.

We will be performing maintenance on the below date.

■Maintenance Schedule
June 4, 20:00 to 22:00 (PDT)

■Notice
1. Brazen Blaze will not be playable during the maintenance.
2. Maintenance time might vary depending on the progress.

Thank you for supporting Brazen Blaze.

[h2]■Featured Contents
[/h2]-Added "Round Team Match BO3" to custom match rules.
"Round Team Match BO5" requires winning 3 rounds, while "Round Team Match BO3" requires winning 2 rounds.

[h2]■ Balancing
[/h2]RIOT
▲ Increased the recovery speed of bullet spread by 30% when not firing the main weapon "Battle SMG".

SKYBOLT
▲ Decreased the maximum bullet spread of the main weapon "Hybrid Rifle" by 25%.
▲ Increased the recovery speed of bullet spread by 65% when not firing the main weapon "Hybrid Rifle".

[h2]Intro[/h2]
Greetings, Runners!

The Open Beta Test ACT: 2 of Brazen Blaze has begun!
In this Bulletin, we will introduce the new features added in Open Beta Test ACT: 2 and look back at ACT: 1 with various data.
ACT: 2 is packed with new features and rewards. After reading this Bulletin, please play the game and enjoy the new features!

[h2]ACT: 2 New Features[/h2]
[h3]Custom Matches[/h3]

Custom Matches, which have been requested by many, are finally being added!
In Custom Matches, up to 6 players can freely choose rules, stages, and teams to play.
The selectable rules include familiar ones like "Round Team Match," "Stock Team Match," and "Survival," as well as new Custom Match-exclusive rules "Duel" and "Playground."

Duel
This is a 1v1 rule introduced in Presidential Bulletin #3.
Unlike Team Matches or Survival where you need to keep track of multiple players' movements, you can focus on one opponent, allowing you to gain experience in combat movements.
Even if you don't play well, you won't be bothering anyone, so feel free to be more aggressive than usual.
If you have one friend playing Brazen Blaze, you can easily start a match. Polish your moves in 1v1 battles and use them to shine in other rules.

Playground
This is not a match but a rule where you can freely explore the stage.
During actual matches, it might be hard to remember the terrain or the locations of recovery items due to focusing on opponents and stage collapses. This rule allows you to thoroughly explore and confirm those aspects. Understanding the terrain is the first step to victory. Use this for practice and research!
You can also enjoy a leisurely stroll through the stage with friends. Use it for a break between matches.

[h3]Target Challenge[/h3]
To respond to requests for "a mode to play and practice solo," we have added a new mode called "Target Challenge."
In this mode, you compete for the time taken to destroy all target drones placed on the stage. In this initial release, there are two stages with different target locations and numbers.
You can freely choose your Runner and Sub Weapons, so find the most efficient combination to destroy the targets.
Please share your best times on Discord!


[h2]ACT: 1 Review[/h2] [h3]Overall Feedback[/h3]
We have received a lot of feedback from many players, and we sincerely thank everyone.
We will continue to develop Brazen Blaze referencing your voices to make it a better game, so please keep playing and providing feedback!

Many players have pointed out the following issues, and our development team prioritizes solving these problems:
- Matching with players of significantly different skill levels, leading to quick defeats
- Long matchmaking times

These two issues make it difficult for new players to continue playing Brazen Blaze. To address this, we have added "Custom Matches" and "Target Challenge" as places to practice controls outside of Team Matches and Survival. You can also play "Target Challenge" during times when matchmaking is difficult.
Additionally, we plan to update the matchmaking function in early June to reduce waiting times before matches start.
There are other issues and areas for improvement, which we will address in future updates.

Now let's look at some data from ACT: 1.

[h3]Runner Win Rates[/h3]

As you can see, Legacy had the highest win rate among all Runners.
This is likely due to his high health, Magna Shield to block long-range attacks, and the long distance of his Boost Dash, enabling stable gameplay.
Velvet was the only Runner with significant differences in win rates across different rules.

[h3]Runner Pick Rates[/h3]

*Stock Team Match data is up to May 8th.
There was no significant difference in pick rates by rule, and Skybolt was the most used overall.
The usefulness of the Predator's Eye for enemy detection in Team Matches and the ability to deal damage with the Hybrid Rifles even if punches are difficult to land are likely major factors.


[h2]Conclusion[/h2]
This time, we introduced the new features of ACT: 2 and looked back at ACT: 1.

Whether you played ACT: 1 extensively or not, we hope you will enjoy the new features in ACT: 2. Though not mentioned here, be sure to check out the exclusive skins and items available in the updated Battle Pass.

We are still looking for feedback from everyone in ACT: 2. Please share your opinions on Discord!
For those who haven't joined our Discord yet, here is the link: https://discord.com/invite/ESX8fJSdxy

‘Til the next issue of the Presidential Bulletin, Runner!


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