Ranked Protocol - Biggest Update Yet

[p]Zeroes, we're shifting gears and cranking up the intensity! This update brings a complete overhaul to how you play and compete in Off The Grid, focusing on competitive integrity, new features, and simplified gameplay.[/p][hr][/hr][h2]🏆 The Competitive Landscape is Set[/h2][h3]🥇 NEW FEATURE: RANKED MODE IS HERE[/h3][p]Ranked mode is finally live! Gather your squad, compete, and climb the ranks from Zero to Icon.[/p]

• [p]Climb & Earn: You’ll have the chance to earn unique, seasonal rewards as you rise through each rank.[/p]
• [p]True Competition: Ranked brings chaos, competition, and consequences to each game on Teardrop.[/p]
• [p]Improved Matchmaking: This change provides an improved matchmaking experience for all hardcore and casual Zeroes alike.[/p]

[h3]🧘 CASUAL PLAYLISTS[/h3][p]To better separate the competitive grind from laid-back play, we’re renaming our classic Extraction Royale to Casual Extraction Royale.[/p]

• [p]This mode provides a more relaxed experience compared to Ranked.[/p]
• [p]Includes both Solo's and Trio's playlist options.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🛠️ New Features & Customization[/h2][h3]⚔️ CUSTOM SERVERS: YOU MAKE THE RULES[/h3][p]Teardrop just became customizable! We’re now giving you more control than ever before with the launch of our in-game Custom Servers.[/p]

• [p]Host Control: Select the game mode, modifiers, and who can join from our handy menu options.[/p]
• [p]Perfect For: Scrims, fun with friends, or testing strategies.[/p]
• [p]Note: The host requires OTG Pro, but everyone will be able to join regardless of subscription status.[/p]

[h3]🔄 NEW FEATURE: ITEM CONVERSION[/h3][p]Got old, dusty items lying around in your inventory? Now is the perfect opportunity to test your luck with our brand new Conversion Feature.[/p]

• [p]Test Your Luck: With 7 recipes available on release, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from when trading in your old gear for a potential surprise.[/p]

[h3]🛡️ NEW CYBERLIMB: SHIELD DOME[/h3][p]Introducing the Arc Dome Cyberlimb! This defensive limb creates a large protective dome around the player.[/p]

• [p]Utility: Nothing will be able to get in or out of the dome with the exception of other Zeroes.[/p]
• [p]Ideal for: Protecting you while extracting a HEX or creating a safer space when reviving a teammate.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]⚙️ Core Gameplay & Balance Changes[/h2][h3]🔪 WEAPON & LOADOUT SIMPLIFICATION[/h3][p]We are simplifying loadouts to make your equipment choices more impactful:[/p]

• [p]Weapon Slots: We have removed the secondary weapon slot. You will now have 2 primary weapon slots available each match. This forces meaningful choices and streamlines combat.[/p]
• [p]Pistol Buff: As a result, Pistols now count as Primary weapons and have been buffed accordingly to make them more appealing.[/p]
• [p]Loot Changes: Backpacks and Armor Plates are no longer available in loadouts, making them ground loot only.[/p]

[h3]✨ LEGENDARY TEARDROP CYBERLIMBS[/h3][p]A new tier of power has arrived! These new, game-changing Cyberlimbs can be found only on the island.[/p]

• [p]Examples: What about a Ghost arm that is always active or a Grapplehook with incredibly short cooldown? They are truly legendary.[/p]

[h3]📖 NEW NARRATIVE CAMPAIGN: ORGAN HARVESTING[/h3][p]Dive deeper into the lore of OTG with the second narrative campaign called Organ Harvesting.[/p]

• [p]Choice is Yours: Don’t worry if you haven’t finished the prologue: Kill the Feed yet. You can decide which campaign to play and progress.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🎬 Get the Full Details[/h2]

• [p]Get the complete breakdown of every weapon, limb, and currency change in our official OTG Patch Notes thread.[/p]