Police Simulator: Patrol Officers News

[p][/p][p]Fellow Officers, [/p][p]Christmas is just around the corner and so is our final larger update before the holidays: Welcome to the December Update, now available in Open Beta and launching soon across PC, PlayStation & Xbox![/p][p]This update contains a bunch of frequently requested improvements, several fixes, and a wonderful set of fresh content for our officers.[/p][p]➡️ But now, let's take a closer look![/p][p][/p][h3]How do I join the Open Beta?[/h3][p][/p][p]But first, let's get the most important details out of your way: You want to try out the update before it releases? No worries, it's incredibly simple to join:[/p]

1. [p]Open Steam and go to your Library [/p]
2. [p]Right-click on Police Simulator: Patrol Officers [/p]
3. [p]Click Properties [/p]
4. [p]Select the Betas tab [/p]
5. [p]Choose "Open_Beta" from the dropdown list [/p]

[p]Steam will now download the update. Once complete, you’re in! Afterwards, you can download the game to try out Update 22.0![/p][p]If you encounter any issues, please share them in the #police-beta-chat channel on our Discord. You can also use our dedicated Beta Forums.[/p][p][/p][h3]A whole set of new Callouts[/h3][p][/p][p]The December Update introduces two brand-new callouts, both requiring full attention by the Brighton Police Department.[/p][p]While a good party never hurt nobody, citizens are increasingly complaining about severe noise disturbance in many public areas. A good night's sleep is important – which is why we kindly ask you to investigate and bring back peace to everyone's ears![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]The Brighton Police Department protects the law and everyone's rights – and the First Amendment in particular is something we must uphold. All individuals shall express their opinions freely, but rules must still be followed. Unfortunately, some citizens decided to start protests without properly applying for a permit first. Such public disorder must be broken up peacefully by our officers.[/p][p]Please note that these new callouts, just as with the Mission Update, come without any voice-overs as recordings are yet to finish.[/p][p][/p][h3]Now available: The Brave Police Vehicle![/h3][p][/p][p]To enhance Brighton's fleet, a new patrol car will be added for free for everyone: Please say hello to the Brave Police Vehicle![/p][p]This patrol car is a versatile SUV that combines immense strength, great handling, and a sleek design.[/p][p]The BPV is based on our original concept for the APV, which received a lot of feedback during the initial reveal back in June. Based on that, we overhauled the APV, making it taller, longer, wider, and also adjusted the back, lights and the windows.[/p][p]The BPV is basically the prototype for the APV – but an original icon in its own right! Check out the BPV in the garage.[/p][p][/p][h3]Fresh looks for your patrol cars[/h3][p][/p][p]We're once again expanding our set of free patrol car skins! This time, we're pleased to introduce two wonderful liveries inspired by Chicago and Minnesota.[/p][p]Created in close collaboration with Agent, RicoBrzenska, and Kittyraww from the wonderful Catpaw team![/p][p][/p][h3]Wig-wags, faster car exits, and more![/h3][p][/p][p]First came a red-blue ELS, then the spotlights, and now we're including another frequently requested addition: Wig-wags are finally here! Activate them by holding the button you'd usually use to start your headlights.[/p][p]We've also increased the speed in which you enter and exit your patrol cars. When things get dicey, you should now be able to react much faster![/p][p]Oh, not to forget: We've also fixed several bugs and provided further polish for several parts of the Contraband Expansion.[/p][p][/p][h3]Some final words[/h3][p]That’s all for now! Jump into the Open Beta today, and let us know what you think! Thank you so much for your support and keep the feedback coming 💙[/p][p]Here are today's patch notes:[/p][p][/p][h3]Changelog – Update 22.0[/h3][p]New Features, Improvements & Content[/p]

• [p]New Callout: Noise Disturbance[/p]
• [p]New Callout: Public Disorder[/p]
• [p]New Patrol Car: Brave Police Vehicle, available in the garage for free[/p]
• [p]New Feature: Wig-wag lights[/p]
• [p]You now enter and exit your cars much faster[/p]
• [p]Foreigners now always show their international driver's license[/p]
• [p]Added clearer remarks when content is part of a DLC[/p]

[p]Bug Fixes[/p][p]Contraband Expansion[/p]

• [p]Fixed UI for broken fence property callout showing up multiple times[/p]
• [p]Fixed CP Loss for arresting for international crime murder[/p]
• [p]Fixed drug trafficking causing terrorism to be auto-selected[/p]
• [p]Fixed CP Loss when arresting for drug or arms trafficking[/p]
• [p]Fixed not being able to stack handcuffing for gunpowder[/p]
• [p]Fixed vehicle data missing for NPCs in human inspection[/p]

[p]Stability & Performance[/p]

• [p]Fixed various crashes[/p]

[p]Patrol Cars & Gadgets[/p]

• [p]Fixed bad door closing animation timing for CPV[/p]

[p]Graphics & Game World[/p]

• [p]Fixed assets are floating around during a vandalism callout[/p]

[p][/p][p]Your Police Simulator Team

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[p][/p][p][/p][p]Fellow officers,[/p][p]we just released Update 21.7, fixing several frequently reported issues. Thank you for your feedback![/p][p]The next big update is already scheduled to launch in Open Beta next week. Stay tuned for more details coming soon.[/p][p]And now, here are today's patch notes:[/p][p][/p][h3]Changelog – Update 21.7[/h3]

• [p]Several patrol cars are now more stable to control at high speeds[/p]
• [p]Fixed a lot of visual issues[/p]
• [p]Fixed several car elements becoming invisible when changing them in the garage[/p]
• [p]Fixed CP Loss for asking about the ID of a car thief[/p]
• [p]Fixed supects fighting off the player multiple times when being confronted[/p]
• [p]Fixed missing options in the interaction wheel for NPCs who have surrendered[/p]
• [p]Fixed several issues with NPCs spawning on top of rooftops and closed-off areas[/p]
• [p]Fixed evidence at crime scenes being unreachable in the Northern Border Station[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue with secondary inspection callouts where NPCs do not re-enter their car[/p]
• [p]Fixed several performance issues at the secondary inspection[/p]
• [p]Fixed NPC officers not being visible in multiplayer for the client if they don't own the Contraband Expansion[/p]
• [p]Fixed several missing elements in multiplayer for the client if they don't own the Contraband Expansion (including the shotgun, the handbook section, substance analyzer, and more)[/p]
• [p]Fixed being able to drive into the Desk Inspection Building[/p]
• [p]Fixed amphetamine not able to be detected with the substance analyzer[/p]
• [p]Fixed trucks driving straight through the weigh station without stopping[/p]
• [p]Fixed missing badge on undercover uniforms[/p]
• [p]Fixed radio chatter being audible in the garage[/p]
• [p]Fixed several crashes[/p]

[p][/p][p]Your Police Simulator Team[/p]

[p][/p][p]Fellow officers,[/p][p]we just released Update 21.5. Thank you for your feedback![/p][p][/p][h3]Changelog – Update 21.5[/h3]

• [p]Fixing Hidden Packages for Crawler[/p]
• [p]Fixed game crashes when NPV tries to flee at border[/p]
• [p]Fixed NPC collision getting enabled while in patrol car[/p]
• [p]Fixed various crashes[/p]
• [p]Fixed that trucks spawn very rarely for secondary inspection. Now trucks spawn when truck only barriers are unoccupied.[/p]
• [p]Weigh station callouts spawn now when close to one[/p]
• [p]Performance improvements[/p]
• [p]Other smaller improvements on Traffic and other systems[/p]

[p][/p][p]Your Police Simulator Team[/p]

[p][/p][p]Fellow officers,[/p][p][/p][p]we just released Update Update 21.4. Thank you for your feedback!

With Patch 21.4 , we introduced one of the most critical changes to Police Simulator Patrol Officers: the ability to turn off the CP log within the game settings. A new onboarding screen will guide you through this process.[/p][p][/p][h3]Changelog – Update 21.4[/h3]

• [p]Fixed burning NPV displays no Fire[/p]
• [p]Fixed Police Officer gets stuck while moving sidewards with inspection pole[/p]
• [p]Fixed Inspection callouts can have NPCs/NPVs that are 'On Fire'[/p]
• [p]Fixed domestic disturbance gun usage leads to missing interaction wheel[/p]
• [p]Added using the spike strip at the border adds an encounter action[/p]
• [p]Implemented new border shift tutorial[/p]
• [p]Fixed duty star popup not showing for locked tools[/p]
• [p]Fixed Inventory shows no items sometimes[/p]
• [p]Fixed NPVs spawn in wrong direction on border exit streets[/p]
• [p]Fixed CPR bug on NPC that was shot just before they surrender[/p]
• [p]Implemented no CP loss accessibility setting[/p]
• [p]Added weigh station callout proposal spawn when close to a weigh station[/p]
• [p]Fixed various visual errors[/p]

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[p][/p][h3]Changelog – Update 21.1.3[/h3]

• [p]When being close to a specific area in the Border Stations, you now automatically receive callouts associated to these places[/p]
  • [p]This means, when close to e.g. the Primary Inspection Area, you automatically receive callouts for this area and won't have to wait until one eventually rolls out.[/p]
• [p]Fixed CP Loss when denying entry at Primary Inspection[/p]
• [p]Made it possible to arrest foreigners trying to enter the state while possessing drugs (it's now no longer causing CP Loss)[/p]
• [p]Fixed Biometric Kiosk not being interactable in the precincts[/p]
• [p]Fixed not being able to interact with an NPC at Primary Inspection[/p]
• [p]Fixed several performance issues at the Primary Inspection[/p]
• [p]Fixed NPCs walking on top of the border wall[/p]
• [p]Fixed a graphical issue with CPR causing NPCs to stand up and down (which looked goofy)[/p]
• [p]Ensured that broken properties are visible for the client in multiplayer[/p]
• [p]Disabled option to open phone when using a tool on vehicles[/p]
• [p]When at the border, you now have the correct interaction wheel for Domestic Violence Callouts[/p]
• [p]Fixed a clipping issue with the t-shirt of an NPC when frisking them[/p]
• [p]Fixed several graphical issues with street decals[/p]
• [p]Fixed some content of the Contraband Expansion being mistakenly visible for players who don't own the DLC, while also not being interactable[/p]
• [p]Fixed a few more localization issues in German[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue with transporting arrestees at the border, showing 'prison' instead of 'precinct'[/p][p][/p]

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