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New Vehicle Customization

[p][/p][p]This update features brand new Vehicle Customization and other improvements![/p][p]Note: This update will become available March 13 @ 6PM EST[/p][p][/p][h2]VEHICLE CUSTOMIZATION[/h2][p]The previous update introduced Siege, a massive new map with multiple vehicles. Now you can further customize your Air Vehicles, Land Vehicles, and Tanks![/p][p][/p][h3]SKINS[/h3][p]Customize your vehicle's appearance with new skins & camos[/p][h3]COUNTERMEASURES[/h3][p]Improve your vehicle's defenses with new countermeasures[/p][p][/p][p]A new bundle is also available, containing all vehicle items:[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]NEW VEHICLE + SUPPORT ITEM[/h2][p][/p][h3]OH-58 KIOWA[/h3][p]Heavy attack helicopter[/p][p][/p][p]New support items are automatically included in the Survival Bundle:[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]GAME SERVERS[/h2]
  • [p]Added [c]bannedAttachments[/c] to game config[/p]
  • [p]Added ability to lock a server (prevents new players from joining)[/p]
[p][/p][h2]DISCORD[/h2][p]Want to discuss strategies, share suggestions, or find teammates? [/p][p]Be sure to join the official Discord server![/p][p][/p][h2]OTHER NOTES[/h2]
  • [p]Added new fuel mechanic for vehicles (used in Battlezone)[/p]
  • [p]Updated V-22 Osprey weapons[/p]
  • [p]When driving a vehicle, passenger kills count as assists[/p]
  • [p]Added bullet drop when Hardcore is enabled[/p]
  • [p]Loadouts are no longer reset when Prestiging[/p]
  • [p]Map updates (new vehicles and cosmetic changes)[/p]
  • [p]Other bug fixes and UI updates[/p]
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New Map and Tournament Semi-Finals

[p][/p][p]This update includes a massive new map, tournament semi-finals, and more![/p][p]Note: This update will become available Feb 23 @ 6PM EST[/p][p][/p][h2]NEW MAP[/h2][h3]SIEGE[/h3][p]Massive map with multiple tanks, helicopters, and buildings[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]MAP UPDATES[/h2][h3]SANDSTORM[/h3][p]New opposing towers with MH-6 helicopters and new buildings[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]ESTATE[/h3][p]New environment and minor map changes[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]TOURNAMENT[/h2][h3]SEMI-FINALS[/h3][p][/p][p]We've reached the semi-finals for the tournament![/p][p]Stay updated on the progress here: https://deadswitchcombat.com/tournament-2026/[/p][p][/p][p]Check out the playlist on YouTube: [/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][h2]GAME SERVERS[/h2]
  • [p]Added [c]maps[/c] and [c]ignoreMaps[/c] to adjust map selection easily[/p]
  • [p]Added [c]botNames[/c] to customize bot player names[/p]
  • [p]Added [c]bTournament[/c] to make your server a tournament[/p]
  • [p]Updated [c]welcomeMessage[/c] to display special variables (like player names)[/p]
[p]Want to host your own dedicated server? Learn more[/p][p][/p][h2]OTHER NOTES[/h2]
  • [p]Night Vision is now available in all game modes[/p]
  • [p]Adjusted VIP loadout in Assassination[/p]
  • [p]Target Lock launchers can now lock onto all enemy types[/p]
  • [p]Increased L115A3 mobility[/p]
  • [p]Fire kills no longer reset your money multiplier in Survival[/p]
  • [p]Zombies and Infestors grow in size in later Survival waves[/p]
  • [p]New South America (Chile) server (thanks @Glas)[/p]
  • [p]Improved Spectator state in multiplayer[/p]
  • [p]Added Show Inflicted Damage Amounts setting[/p]
  • [p]Minor bug fixes and UI updates[/p]
  • [p]Remember to join the Discord if you haven't yet![/p]

Valentine's Day Event

[p][/p][p]February 14 12:00am EST – February 15 11:55pm EST[/p][p][/p][h2]WEEKEND EVENT[/h2][p]Earn DOUBLE XP and DOUBLE WEAPON XP for the Valentine's Day weekend![/p][p][/p][h2]COMMUNITY[/h2][p]Remember to join the Discord here if you haven't already![/p]

New Weapon, New Airdrops, and Tournament Details

[p][/p][p]Lots of new content: A new assault rifle, 3 new soldier airdrops, and tournament details![/p][p]Note: This update will become available today @ 6PM EST[/p][p][/p][p]Did you know you can beta test updates before they're released? Learn more[/p][p][/p][h2]NEW WEAPON[/h2][h3]XM29 OICW[/h3][p]Assault rifle with integrated 20mm grenade launcher[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]NEW SUPPORT ITEMS[/h2][h3]INFANTRY AIRDROP[/h3][p]All-purpose soldier[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]SNIPER AIRDROP[/h3][p]Long-range specialist[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]HEAVY AIRDROP[/h3][p]Heavy weapons expert[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]All support items are automatically included in the Survival Bundle![/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]TOURNAMENT[/h2][p][/p][p]The first tournament for Deadswitch Combat is this weekend with 8 teams competing for 1st place![/p][p][/p][p]The winning team will receive:[/p]
  • [p]$200 USD hosting credit @ Imperium Hosting[/p]
  • [p]250k in-game Credits[/p]
  • [p]Special cosmetics and player badges[/p]
[p][/p][p]LIVE TOURNAMENT PAGE: https://deadswitchcombat.com/tournament-2026/[/p][p]Tournament matches will be streamed in the Discord, so make sure to join if you haven't![/p][p][/p][h2]NEW ATTACHMENT SKINS[/h2][p][/p][p]2 new Bipod skins have been added![/p][p][/p][p]All attachment skins are available in the Attachment Skins Bundle![/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]OTHER NOTES[/h2]
  • [p]Reduced costs for Tactical Crate items[/p]
  • [p]Increased rewards for destroying enemy vehicles in survival games[/p]
  • [p]Increased end-game rewards for survival games[/p]
  • [p]Increased starting ammo for Vector, AS Val, and Groza-4[/p]
  • [p]Increased Flare Gun damage when projectile is stuck to an enemy[/p]
  • [p]Increased default zoom for XM25, Javelin, and NLAW[/p]
  • [p]Bipods are now available for LMGs[/p]
  • [p]Added Data Conflict popup[/p]
  • [p]Other bug fixes and UI updates[/p]

Player Badges, New Survival Mode, and a New Weapon

[p][/p][p]Lots of new content: Player Badges, Stakeout Survival, Flare Gun, and more![/p][p][/p][h2]NEW GAME MODE[/h2][h3]STAKEOUT SURVIVAL[/h3][p]Collect random airdrops to survive.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]NEW WEAPON[/h2][h3]FLARE GUN[/h3][p]High damage projectile that illuminates the area.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]INTRODUCING PLAYER BADGES[/h2][p]40 new Player Badges are now available! [/p][p]Players can unlock badges to display on their profile and callsign.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]NEW CROSSBOW ATTACHMENTS[/h2][h3]EXPLOSIVE + NAPALM ARROWS[/h3][p]New ammo attachments are available for the Siege XT Crossbow![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]GAME OF THE DAY: MULTIPLAYER SUPPORT[/h2][p]Game of the Day (GOTD) is now available in multiplayer![/p][p]The lobby host can now select the current GOTD, making it easier to collect your rewards.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]TOURNAMENT[/h2][h3]FORM A TEAM AND WIN REWARDS[/h3][p]Did you know that Deadswitch Combat is having an official team-based tournament?[/p][p]Team registration is closing soon, so make sure to register while you can![/p][p]LEARN MORE:[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]OTHER NOTES[/h2]
  • [p]Added chat mentions (use @ in chat, can be disabled in settings)[/p]
  • [p]Added Spectator team for custom servers[/p]
  • [p]Added button to server browser to quickly launch a LAN server[/p]
  • [p]Survival wave requirement reduced to Wave 5 for GOTD[/p]
  • [p]Enabled akimbo for Taser and Flare Gun[/p]
  • [p]Increased player damage resistance for Veteran Operations[/p]
  • [p]Increased Operation and post game rewards[/p]
  • [p]Other bug fixes and updates[/p]