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[Notice] Regarding Supportable Versions of OS



Hello from the CSN:S Team.

Here's a notice regarding Microsoft discontinuing to provide the SHA-1 Code Sign Certificate.

Starting February 2nd of 2020, Microsoft will no longer support the CodeSign SHA-1 algorithm. The versions of Windows that only support SHA-1 are disclosed below.

[OS That Only Supports SHA-1, & Are Unable to Support SHA-2]
    1) Windows XP, VISTA
    2) Windows 7 (with KB3033929 Uninstalled)
    • If you wish for a manual update, you can download using the paths below:
    • KB3033929 32bit : https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=46078
    • KB3033929 64bit : https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=46148

If you are using OS mentioned above, it will either be impossible to play the game properly, or the game process may get blocked from vaccine programs after February 2nd, 2020. The minimum recommended specs for CSN:S suggests that players run the game on Windows 7 or higher. Therefore, please use OS of Windows 7 or higher, or run the most recent update for flawless gameplay.

Thank you.

The CSN:S Team

[Update] Patch Notes: November 27th



Here's a rundown of some of the changes in today's update!

Some of you may have been confused to discover that the game's title was recently changed from Zombies to Studio. In our never-ending struggle to keep the game fresh and provide a better, funner experience, we have been developing the game in a much broader direction. Our new focus includes allowing players themselves to participate in content creation. Of course we fully intend to continue to improve and expand upon our existing Zombie modes as well. As always, we are extremely grateful for your continued support.

Studio Feature Expansion – Scenario T
Scenario T is the very first studio update since the game was retitled. Scenario T is a Zombie Scenario in Studio Mode. Use the newly added features to create maps with RPG mechanics.

New Item: Season 4 Transcendence Weapon, the Hellhound, and Etc.
The Hellhound is a new type of weapon that automatically patrols the vicinity of its user. It is usable alongside your primary weapon, unleashing a wide variety of new strategies! In addition to the Hellhound, 3 kinds of ZS boxes, each filled with a variety of items, that you can purchase with points. Additionally, the Small medical kit has been can now be purchased in bundles of 30.

Decoder Improvement
We improved the Decoder system so that it would be more straightforward to understand the source of acquisition of the weapons based on their grades. Please refer to the separate notice for details.

In addition to the announcements above, there have been changes to the Zombie Meta, and the Zombie Scenario has been revamped as well. Please refer to the [Details] section below for details.


Expanded Info
Contents
Studio Feature Expansion – Scenario T
This is a 'Zombie Scenario' in Studio Mode. Utilize the newly added features to create maps involving RPG mechanics, such as leveling up and farming items.
  • Monsters
    • 3 kinds of new monsters have been added.
    • The creator is able to control many different types of monsters at the same time using the script.
    • The grades of monsters can be configured. The grades are differentiated into 5 stages (Regular, Rare, Unique, Champion, Named).
    • EXP, as well as items exclusive to the Scenario T can be obtained by defeating monsters.
  • Weapons
    • The weapons are differentiated into 4 grades (Regular, Rare, Unique, Transcendence). Additional attributes are applied at random for weapons having higher grades.
    • Weapons can be obtained from rewards for defeating the monsters, as well as shops located in the map.
    • Weapons have levels and attributes. These attributes can be configured using the script.
    • Caution: Weapon usage is restricted for the weapons not possessed in the players' inventory.
  • Sample Maps
    • 2 sample maps have been included in the updated to experience the new features at your convenience.
    • Scenario T01 – Missing Advance Troops (Tutorial Map)
    • Scenario T02 – Sewer Depths (Play Map)


Decoder Improvement
The Decoder system has been improved to better convey how weapons of particular grades are acquired. Going forward, Transcendence Weapons will be obtained from Transcendence Decoders, or Transcendence Premium Decoders. Please refer to the separate notice for further details.


Zombie Scenario Revamped
There's been various changes to the Zombie Scenario.
  • The Appearance of Golden Zombies in Zombie Scenario Mode
    • Golden Zombies will randomly appear. You'll be made aware of their appearances through the notification messages.
    • The Golden Zombies will appear randomly upon playing for more than 3 minutes in rooms with a regular difficulty or higher.
  • Rewards Revamped
    • Rewards can be obtained for scoring Golden Zombie kills. The types of rewards vary according to the event details. Please refer to the Event category for details.
    • Golden Zombie Kill Rewards Event - 11/27 After Maintenance - 01/22/2020 (Accumulate up to a maximum of 3 kills per day)
    • Golden Zombie Loot Addition Event – 11/27 After Maintenance - Permanent
    • Each player in the room will be able to obtain 1 loot.
  • The reward will disappear if it is not claimed within a certain time.
    • The Scenario points have been adjusted, lowering the previous difficulty for obtaining the Reward Boxes.


Zombie Related Changes
The information disclosed below have been changed.
  • The new Zombie Mode map ‘Alcatraz-Z’ has been added.
  • The Sound Effects for Zombie Mode has been revamped.
  • The unlocking level for certain weapons in Zombie Z has been slightly lowered.
  • Aksha's skill stats have been changed for balance adjustment purposes.


New Medal: 2 of Hide and Seek Mode
2 types of medals that can be obtained from the Studio Hide and Seek Mode have been added.
  • Super Seeker : A medal awarded to those who played as a seeker 200 times.
  • Method Actor : A medal awarded to those who played a total of 500 times as an object



Events
Play the Scenario T Event (11/27 - 12/11)
You can earn rewards through raffle for reaching the requirements by playing the Scenario T Sample Maps during the event period. You'll automatically be participated into the event upon reaching the set requirements.
  • Event Pertinent Maps and Participation Requirements
    • Play the Scenario T01: Missing Advance Troops for more than 10 minutes, and recommend it more than once
    • Play the Scenario T02: Sewer Depths for more than 10 minutes, and recommend it more than once
    • The probability of winning will increase by using 10 Cheer Cubes through the Cheer feature.
    • You can recommend a map using the pop-up displayed after playing that map.
  • Rewards
    • 1 winner from the participants for Scenario T01: Missing Advance Troops - Trinity Grenade x1
    • 1 winner from the participants for Scenario T02: Sewer Depths - Trinity Grenade x1
    • The rewards will be distributed during maintenance on 12/11, and there may be duplicate winnings, as the raffle is random.


Play the Alcatraz-Z Map Event - 3x EXP (11/27 - 12/11)
You can obtain 3x EXP for playing the Alcatraz-Z map in either Zombie Hero or Zombie Z modes during the event period.


1-Day Weapon Giveaway (11/27 - 12/11)
You can select 1 from 6 types of 1-Day weapons upon your initial login each day. Each account may select once per day.
  • Selectable 1-Day Weapons
    • Thunder Ghost Walker
    • Infinity Laser Fist
    • M95 Barrett White Tiger
    • M3 Black Dragon
    • Dual Sword Infernal Hunter
    • Windrider


Golden Zombie Kill Rewards Event (11/27 - 1/22)
Kill the Golden Zombies that randomly appear in Zombie Scenario Mode! You will receive rewards based on the total kills.
  • Rewards Based on Total Kills
    • 1 Kill - AK47 Paladin +6 (10 Days)
    • 2 Kills - Desert Eagle Crimson Hunter +6 (10 Days)
    • 3 Kills - AK47 Paladin (Permanent)
    • 5 Kills - Desert Eagle Crimson Hunter (Permanent)
    • 7 Kills - M4A1 Dark Knight (Permanent)
    • 9 Kills - AK47 Paladin (Permanent)
    • 12 Kills - Desert Eagle Crimson Hunter (Permanent)
    • 15 Kills - M4A1 Dark Knight (Permanent)
    • 20 Kills - AK47 Paladin (Permanent)
    • 25 Kills - Desert Eagle Crimson Hunter (Permanent)
    • 30 Kills - M4A1 Dark Knight (Permanent)
  • Notice
    • You must have registered a hit on the Golden Zombie at least once to have that kill counted.
    • You can only accumulate up to a maximum of 3 kills per day.
    • The Golden Zombies randomly appear upon playing for more than 3 minutes in rooms with a regular difficulty or higher.


Golden Zombie Loot Addition Event (11/27 - Permanent)
Loots will randomly drop when you defeat the Golden Zombies that randomly appear in Zombie Scenario Mode.
  • What's in the Loot
    • Component 1: Grades 2 - 5 Part x1 at random
    • Component 2: Scenario Costume (Durational) x1 at random
    • Component 3: Grade 2 Part x1 at random
    • Component 4: Grade 3 Part x1 at random
    • Component 5: Grades 2 - 3 Part x1 at random
    • Component 6: Grades 2 - 3 Part / Scenario Costume (Durational) x1 at random
    • Component 7: Grade 1 or 3 Part x1 at random
  • Additional Information
    • All the contents 1 - 7 disclosed above can be obtained, and are randomly distributed per category.
    • 1 loot will be dropped according to the number of players in the room.
    • The reward will disappear if it is not claimed within a certain time.


Free Daily Rewards Event (For New/Returning Survivors) (11/27 – 2020/1/2)
Special Free Daily Rewards will be given to new players, or players who have been away from battle for more than 30 days.
  • Requirements
    • Survivors who have not logged in for the past 30 days or have logged in for the very first time during the event must reach 10 minutes of play time
  • Rewards
    • Given Each Day: Parts Weapon Selection Box (x1)
    • 1 Day: Grade 3 Parts Reward Box (x5)
    • 3 Days: Grade 3 Parts Reward Box (x10)
    • 5 Days: Grade 3 Parts Reward Box (x15)
    • 10 Days: Grade 4 Parts Reward Box (x5)
    • 15 Days: Grade 4 Parts Reward Box (x10)


Free Daily Rewards Event (For Regular Survivors) (11/27 – 2020/1/2)
New Free Daily Rewards will be given.
  • Requirements
    • Survivors who logged in must reach 10 minutes of play time during the event
  • Rewards
    • Given Each Day: 50 Mileage
    • 5 Days: Grade 3 Parts Reward Box (x5)
    • 7 Days: Grade 3 Parts Reward Box (x10)
    • 10 Days: Grade 4 Parts Reward Box (x5)
    • 15 Days: Grade 4 Parts Reward Box (x10)
    • 20 Days: Grade 5 Parts Reward Box (x5)



Shop
Season 4 Transcendence Weapon Promotion: Rates UP by x3 (11/27 - 2020/1/2)
You can obtain the new Transcendence Weapon, the Hellhound, during the promotion period.
  • Rates
    • Transcendence Premium Decoder: 3%
    • Transcendence Decoder: 0.45%
    • Check the rate details on the official homepage (http://www.csnzombies.com/).
  • Notice
    • The contents of the Decoder may be changed when the promotion ends.
    • All unused Transcendence Premium Decoders will be removed during maintenance on 1/15, and will be replaced with 500 Mileage each. However, the Transcendence Decoders will not be removed.


Season 4 Transcendence Weapon Guaranteed Giveaway (11/27 - 2020/ 1/15)
You can earn points based on the number of decoders used during the event, and get 1 Hellhound when you reach 300 points (once per account)
  • Points
    • Use 1 Transcendence Premium Decoder - 6 Points
    • Use 1 Transcendence Decoder - 1 Point


New Items: ZS Boxes
New items that aid in Zombie Scenario have been added.
  • ZS Advanced item box (3 Days)
    • Price: 27,000 P
    • Contents (All are 3 Days durational): Advanced Stamina Formula, Advanced Power Amplifier, Advanced Body Armor, Advanced Magazine, Advanced Boots
  • ZS Combat assistance box (3 Days)
    • Price: 17,000 P
    • Contents (All are 3 Days durational): Secret Research Funding, Fund Collection Device, Leveling Amplifier
  • ZS Basic item box (3 Days)
    • Price: 8,500 P
    • Contents (All are 3 Days durational): Basic Stamina Formula, Basic Power Amplifier, Basic Body Armor, Basic Magazine, Basic Boots


Sale Ended
Sale for the items disclosed below have ended.
  • Large Medical Kit
  • Round retry
  • Battle revival

[Updated][Notice] Regarding An Upcoming Bug Fix



2019-11-27 3:00 A.M. CET Update:
  • Due to technical difficulties, the bug fix below will be a bit postponed until further noticed. We apologize for the confusion and thank you for your kind patience and understanding regarding in advance. - The CSN:S Team

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A follow-up to 'Regarding the Rewards for the Kartrider Collaboration Event.'


Dear Survivors,

Last October, we held a 'Daily Missions for CSN:Z x Kartrider Collaboration Event.' However, one of the reward items showed the wrong enhancements giving our players confusion. This bug will be corrected through the maintenance scheduled for tomorrow. We apologize once again for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your kind patience and understanding throughout.

Best Regards,
The CSN:S Team

[Complete] Unscheduled Maintenance: November 28th



2019-11-28 5:45 A.M. CET Update:
  • The scheduled maintenance for November 28th has been completed. Thank you for your patience and understanding throughout. You may now enter back into the battlefields.

- The CSN:S Team


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Attention Survivors,

We'll be performing an unscheduled maintenance this thursday at 3:00 A.M. CET. During this period, all servers will be unavailable, and we anticipate the maintenance to conclude at around 7:30 A.M. CET.


Time Frame
Thursday, November 28th 2019
SEA (UTC+7): 9:00 A.M. – 1:30 P.M.
CET: 3:00 A.M. – 7:30 A.M.
ET: Novemebr 27th 9:00 P.M. – November 28th 1:30 A.M.
PT: November 27th 6:00 P.M. – 10:30 P.M.

Note: Please note that the estimated length of time for each maintenance is subject to change without notification.


Details
Follow-up Regarding the ‘Top 50 Event Decoder’ Bug (Link)
  • Players who didn't receive rewards during the 11/14 maintenance: You will be given 5 Event Decoders + a 7-Day VIP Decoder.
  • Players who received Event Decoders on the 11/14 maintenance but were expired: Will be able to regain 5 Event Decoders.
  • Important: Top 50 Event Decoders are time-constrained items. The item will be automatically recollected at 23:59 CET on the day you receive the item so please redeem them as soon as you received them.


Thank you for your patience and understanding regarding in advance.

The CSN:S Team

[Complete] Regular Maintenance: November 27th



2019-11-27 10:20 A.M. CET Update:
  • The scheduled regular maintenance for November 27th has been completed. Thank you for your patience and understanding throughout. You may now enter into the battlefields again.

- The CSN:S Team


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2019-11-27 9:45 A.M. CET Update:
  • Due to continued technical difficulties, the following maintenance will be extended for 1 more hour expecting to conclude at 11:00 A.M. CET. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience and understanding throughout.

- The CSN:S Team


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2019-11-27 9:00 A.M. CET Update:
  • Due to technical difficulties, the following maintenance will be extended for 1 more hour. We apologize for the inconvenience and will do our best to finish as soon as we can. Thank you for your patience and understanding throughout.

- The CSN:S Team


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Attention Survivors,

We'll be performing a regular maintenance tomorrow on Wednesday, November 27th, 2019, scheduled to start at 3:00 A.M. CET. During this period, all servers will be unavailable, and we anticipate the maintenance to last for approximately 6 hours, concluding at around 9:00 A.M. CET.


Time Frame
Wednesday, November 27th, 2019
SEA (UTC+7): 9:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
CET: 3:00 A.M. – 9:00 A.M.
ET: November 26th 9:00 P.M. – November 27th 3:00 A.M.
PT: November 26th 6:00 P.M. – November 27th 12:00 A.M.
Note: Please note that the estimated length of time for each maintenance is subject to change without notification.


Maintenance Details
Server Upkeep


Thank you for your patience and understanding in advance.

The CSN:S Team