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Added

• Arid Scout and Tourist cosmetic bundles.
  
• Always_Spawn_Full [bool] option for fuel items.
  
• Affected_By_Agriculture_Skill [bool] option for farmable items.
  

Changed

• Teleporting causes a complete culling volume update immediately rather than time-slicing.
  
• Limit max horde beacon item drops to 256. Previously a misconfigured drops multiplier could overwhelm the game.
  
• Prevent using single quote ' and double quote " when stricter built-in name filter is enabled.
  
• Support NPC hint reward in multiplayer.
  

Fixed

• Discard loaded barricades if type has changed to avoid savedata compatibility problems. [Thanks Jdance-Media and joeymisfit!]
  
• Exclude uninitialized objects from level save, for example volume components inside Unity prefabs.
  
• Rubble hit collider can be any depth, not just direct children.
  
• Exception/kick when walking into a just-destroyed vehicle. [Thanks warren39 and DiFFoZ!]
  
• Barricades on surface of vehicle not working with child explosion armor multiplier. [Thanks Molt!]
  
• Flickering textures on atlassed meshes with original UVs exactly at 0.0 or 1.0. [Thanks AdamDN!]
  

Fixed

• Slightly increased texture atlas UV padding for larger textures.
  

The developers of Arid have added two new locations, new items, vehicles, quests, and improvements to the progression, balance, performance, and more!



To host a server running the map add its workshop file ID (2683620106) to the File_IDs list in WorkshopDownloadConfig.json, and set the map to Arid in Commands.dat.

This project was created by Renaxon, dug, danaby2, and clue. If you enjoy the map and would like to support them, consider checking out the new Scout and Tourist bundles on the Stockpile:
Arid Scout Bundle Arid Tourist Bundle

Added

• Option to use the classic crosshair shape.
  
• "Manual Object Culling" volume type which replaces/improves old per-object-asset LOD area settings.
  
• Instantiated_Item_Name_Override and Instantiated_Attachment_Name_Override options to simplify workarounds for animation component.
  
• Exclude_From_Culling_Volumes [bool] option for objects.
  
• Exclude_From_Level_Batching [bool] option for objects and trees.
  
• "-DisableCullingVolumes" command-line flag. Not recommended.
  
• "-UseLevelBatching=true/false" command-line option.
  
• Valentine's day holiday condition for secret admirer note quest on Liberator.
  
• Per-location option to hide from map UI.
  

Changed

• Improved and re-enabled batching of level objects and trees.
  
• Assets with duplicate guid are now skipped during registration rather than assigning a new guid.
  
• Use same collision height (2 meters) for all zombie types.
  
• Slightly increase zombie vertical attack range by 0.1 meter.
  
• Slide while standing on zombie's/animal's head.
  
• Allow masks to work as underwater breathing apparatus with backpack.
  
• Semi-auto repairing melee items play an impact sound.
  
• Terrain tool weight target option can be used with auto foundation option.
  

Fixed

• Stereo not
• playing* the tracks not installed on the server, rendering the change in the previous update pointless. [Thanks Timmy!]
  
• Teleport animals that fall out of the map to a valid spawnpoint. [Thanks Toothy Deerryte!]
  
• Pooled effects getting prematurely destroyed. [Thanks Gamingtoday093!]
  
• Transparent pixels in supersampled screenshots. [Thanks Tiway!]
  
• Some inconsistent skin/cosmetic emissive intensity values. [Thanks diddlyono!]
  
• Animal collider not getting disabled on server. [Thanks surv0013!]
  
• Misaligned UVs on player/zombie ragdoll neck. [Thanks Toothy Deerryte!]
  
• Extremely small network positions off by one. [Thanks Gamingtoday093!]
  
• Some inconsistencies when enabling/disabling crosshair. [Thanks KarmaWSYD!]
  
• Interior culling size of several objects.
  
• Loading screen not appearing between clicking exit and reaching the main menu.
  
• Legacy airdrop/location node conversion not assigning instance ID.
  

Fixed

• Holiday object collision not disabled on server. [Thanks AdamDN!]
  

This update should bring a noticeable performance increase on vanilla maps, and curated/modded maps too if/when the map creators opt-in. There was a similar update several years ago, but it had to be disabled because it used too much memory (RAM) for some players - actually reducing performance and/or crashing. According to the Steam hardware survey ~96% of players have 8+ GB of RAM now, so with some useful improvements it has been re-enabled. As a precaution it can be disabled by default on the backend if the update goes poorly, and you can disable it with this command-line option if necessary: -UseLevelBatching=false

For more information there are two new articles intended for map developers:

Level Batching Manual Object Culling

Added

• Option to use custom sized crosshair rather than size calculated from spread.
  
• "-DisableLightLODs" command-line flag. Not recommended.
  
• Delete_After_Filling_Target [bool] option for fuel items.
  
• SalvageItem [guid] option for placeable items when picked up below 100% health.
  
• Min_Items_Dropped_On_Destroy, Max_Items_Dropped_On_Destroy, and Item_Dropped_On_Destroy options for placeable items.
  
• Terrain_Test_Height option for housing floors, defaults to 10. (max height above terrain)
  
• Destroy_Clothing_Colliders [bool] option for clothes, Destroy_Attachment_Colliders [bool] option for attachments, and Destroy_Item_Colliders [bool] option for items. Defaults to true. Previously only root colliders were destroyed, but in this update child colliders are destroyed as well following low performance reports of mods with complex colliders on item prefabs. These options exists for mods which relied on child colliders (not recommended).
  
• Scale_Aim_Animation_Speed [bool] option for guns. If true, Aim_Start and Aim_Stop animations are scaled according to aim duration. Defaults to true.
  
• Laser_Color option for tactical laser.
  
• Main menu links to support site and preview branch changelog.
  

Changed

• Zombies block player movement again. (finally!)
  
• Stereo tracks list allow songs not installed on the server.
  
• Holiday condition supports Not_Equal comparison.
  
• Adjusted wording of pause menu respawn button.
  
• Support multiple workshop file IDs in AssetBundleCustomData.
  
• Log state of player in queue during transport failure.
  
• Better logging for custom modules to aid troubleshooting.
  
• Updated missing object and tree kicks to newer asset integrity used by foliage.
  

Fixed

• Prevent viewmodel springs exploding at very low framerates.
  
• Case where logging exception could throw another exception.
  
• Stuck if EffectSpawner component was triggered while loading level.
  
• Nodes editor unable to select empty named locations in IMGUI mode.
  
• Fishing rod collision detection error logged when bobber started floating.
  
• Clamp server Timeout_Queue_Seconds lower than client timeout.
  
• Not tracking kill counter progress when quitting rather than exiting to menu.
  
• Copy/pasting scale in volumes editor.
  
• Vanilla ban command IP ban was using old net transport code.
  
• Objects with visibility conditions using quest GUID.
  
• Disable vehicle exhaust when all particle systems are finished.
  
• Incorrectly smooth normals on edge of Hangar #1 roof.
  
• Discolored wall in Mechanic #2 back room.
  
• Holding salvage key not resetting on death.
  
• Disable anonymous WAN IP check when joining through LAN server list.
  
• Weapons applying bleed/bone/food/water/virus/hallucination damage in safezone.
  
• Prevent attaching roofs to top of ramparts.
  
• Match mannequin placement arrow direction to other barricades like signs.
  
• Mannequin pose button getting out of sync with actual pose when rate limited.
  
• Server ignores using vehicle horn if audio clip is missing, can override with Has_Horn true.
  
• Blowing yourself up no longer counts as a kill stat.
  
• Prevent bed placement inside kill volume.
  

Changed

• Only validate level objects asset integrity prior to legacy ID fallback.
  

Fixed

• Ban command fix was actually broken (sigh), used wrong player's IP. [Thanks Darkane!]
  

I consider myself fortunate to have such a helpful community where many players are willing to help others on Steam Discussions, Discord, the subreddit, the forum, etc. I've always offered direct email support, but I don't think I could have kept up if it weren't for all the questions being answered and issues being solved by members of the community. Many thanks and a big shoutout to everyone involved!

Over the past couple years I've noticed the volume of support emails rising, perhaps from the higher number of players. This has gradually increased the amount of time required, and reduced time for development. In order to both improve the support process and free up time for gamedev the New Support Website was my main focus earlier this month. There are some issues and questions that come up repeatedly, so my goal is to provide official articles and guides that go more in-depth than I could over email. My hope is these will be easier to find, more helpful, and serve as a resource for community helpers too! For anything not covered, there is a new user-friendly ticket form replacing the old email.

This update was primarily focused on catching up with some backlogged fixes and improvements. I'm not quite finished catching up yet, but wanted to get the ready-to-go stuff released considering it has been a while since the last update.

A medium+ sized map set in northern Eurasia featuring high location density, a wider progression system with less reliance on RNG, plenty of unique experiences via quests, over 600 items, and an awesome looking bridge (two, in fact). With its fast paced design (inspired by Elver & Washington) and informative item descriptions, it's easy for anyone to pick up, learn and enjoy.

[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
Watch the A6 Polaris Trailer Here

To host a server running the map add its workshop file ID (2898548949) to the File_IDs list in WorkshopDownloadConfig.json, and set the map to "A6 Polaris" (without quotes) in Commands.dat.



For the next two weeks a variety of exclusive new free items will be dropping:



This project was created by danaby2, Renaxon and LVOmega. If you enjoy the map and would like to support them, consider checking out the box or bundle on the Stockpile:



A6 Polaris Map Mystery Box A6 Polaris Map Bundle

Other links:

ID List & Crafting Guide Troubleshooting & Modding Info Bug Reports YouTube Playlist Credits



Fixed:

• Kill counters and ragdoll effects on detonator skin.
  

Changed:

• Minor engine patch from 2020.3.38f1 to 2020.3.43f1. Edit: rolled back with patch #3 because of some new crashes. This was the only change in the .3 patch.
  
• Adjust sorting and red warning on server list for listings with large ping discrepancy.
  

Fixed:

• Water volume sea level checkbox using wrong value.
  
• Server log entry about lod group additional data.
  
• Potential cause of rubble error while loading server.
  
• Loading screen stuck if loading asset bundles async and sync at the same time.
  

Watch the trailer for danaby2's upcoming curated map "A6 Polaris" releasing next Friday!

[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]



Added:

• Spread_Angle_Degrees gun option replacing Spread_Hip.
  
• Aim_In_Duration gun option. Old hardcoded default was 0.2 seconds. Vanilla guns have been tweaked +/- 50ms on average.
  
• Aim_Duration_Multiplier gun attachment option. Large vanilla magazines reduce aiming speed.
  
• Damage_Falloff_Max_Range option for falloff to finish closer than the total max range.
  
• Plugin option to hide center dot and disable reputation change notification.
  
• Separate messaging and auto-shutdown for update rollbacks.
  
• Is_Music bool option for effect asset used in ambiance volumes.
  
• Support for warning if there is a large discrepancy between server listing and actual in-game ping.
  

Changed:

• Crosshair follows recoil similar to laser and better represents actual spread.
  
• Prevent joining servers without GSLT over the internet. LAN servers are unaffected.
  
• Trees can override their appearance on the 2D chart similar to objects.
  
• Item condition supports comparison other than >=.
  
• Improved how viewmodel camera is automatically aligned with gun sights.
  
• Pressing enter in IP field shows loopback/LAN info, and with a ":port" moves port to the port field.
  

Fixed:

• Gun spread is finally circular rather than square.
  
• Clear volume selection when changing tool.
  
• Selecting quests in quest list when a quest asset was missing.
  
• Foliage tool performance while not painting with large brush.
  
• Potential nodes editor bug with IMGUI mode.
  
• Volume solid visualization visible in satellite capture.
  
• Collision at rear of destroyed ural object.
  
• Alignment of volumes tab and objects list.
  
• Not timing out when server did not respond to join request.
  

Fixed:

• Crosshair not fading out when opening menus.
  
• Animator component used by mods/plugins re-enabled.
  
• Main menu stuck when resolving invalid hostname.
  

Edit: this first change has been disabled following feedback. If you would like to find non-P2W servers the best option is to use the "None" or "Non-Gameplay" Monetization filters in the server list.
Refreshing the Internet server list without a name filter will only show non-monetized and non-gameplay-monetization servers now. As a reminder: servers selling gameplay advantages should not categorize themselves as non-monetized / non-gameplay-monetization. Examples of gameplay advantages include weapons, vehicles, experience, admin commands, progression skips, etc. The goal is to help promote discoverability of non-pay-to-win (P2W) servers for new players.

Last year setting a Game Server Login Token (GSLT) became a requirement for listing on the Internet server list. This has now become a requirement for direct connection as well. The goal is to help with moderation of servers re-uploading other creators' workshop files without permission.