Update. Game Additions

Another update makes its way to Holdfast: Nations At War! Version 1.14 will see bug fixes targeting cavalry mechanics, map-related issues solved amongst other minor additions. We’re also pushing all necessary back-end changes required to move official game servers over to a Linux infrastructure.

Come have a read of our blog post for more about this release.


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Changelog 64 - Game Version 1.14.7691.21021

Official Game Servers

● Necessary back-end changes required to move official game servers over to a Linux infrastructure are present in this update.
» It enables us to more quickly update official game servers to the latest version when a new game update is rolled out.

● Introduced a function allowing server hosts to place servers in hibernation mode if no players are connected to it. This will reduce CPU utilisation for idle game servers.
» Input the following commands in the server configuration file to make use of this function: server_hibernation_enabled true and server_hibernation_fps 5.


Standalone Windows Server

● A dedicated Windows OS server for Holdfast: Nations At War is now available.
» Download the server files through your Steam Library. Ensure that you have 'Tools' selection.


Cavalry Fixes

● Reduced the ghost range when striking with melee weapons while on horseback.

● Adjusted the horse’s hitbox to be more representative of the model.

● The ‘Horse Effects’ graphics setting toggle no longer mutes horse audio effects.

● Attempted fix towards an instance which sometimes caused horse-related audio effects to cut off.


Client Optimisations

● Minor optimisations targeting player movement.

● Minor optimisations targeting audio-related functions.

● Performed minor optimisations on Port Nile.


Bug Fixes

● Solved an instance which caused the server to crash.

● Solved an issue with featured servers not un-featuring themselves.

● Solved an issue causing players to get stuck when detaching their bayonet and interacting with a cannon.

● Prevented entry to certain locations on Port Nile which were not meant to be accessible.

● Solved an issue with the floor turning invisible on one of the destructible models on Fort Al Farid.

● Introduce free-flight camera colliders on Glacier.

● Solved an issue with forward positions on Glacier.

● Solved an issue with one of the wall structures next to the church on Lamarsh Fen.

● Solve an issue with an excessive amount of Cannoneers on Marquette.

● Solved an audio-related error that occurred when players hit with a cannon one of the gatehouses present on Canyon and Marquette.

● Solved an issue which caused players to fall underneath Fort Imperial when one of the houses was destroyed.


Game Balance

● Increased the defender’s reinforcements on Fort Darial by 15.

● Increased the reinforcements on Fort Al Farid for the defenders by 40. They also get 30 additional build points.


Atmosphere

● Musket and pistol sounds now come with added base for an additional kick when firing volleys.

● The weather audio slider will now default to 100 from 30 for players launching the game anew.


Graphical

● Changed the white circular banner displayed above player’s heads.


We do most certainly hope that you’re having a decent start of this new year. Stay tuned for more Holdfast updates! Expect new maps, player-suggested additions and major game-play focused updates throughout the year.

Thank you for your support and until next time, may good health be yours.





- Anvil Game Studios

Refleax, Rycon, Dreas, Wrexial, Walki, Cameron, Jackson, Rejenorst, Harper & Storey