Escape from Tarkov's wipe, initially planned for before the New Year to coincide with a simplified Kappa container quest, now has a confirmed release time. The update will begin on December 26th at 7:00 AM GMT / 2:00 AM EST. Following maintenance (estimated at 8 hours, though past updates have taken longer), the game will be updated to version 0.16.0.0, with Tarkov Arena receiving update 0.2.5.0.
To compensate for downtime, Battlestate Games will host a New Year's Special Twitch stream at 4:00 PM GMT / 11:00 AM EST. Details remain undisclosed, but players can anticipate additional content.
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What's New in Update 0.16.0.0?
Version 0.16.0.0 confirms the full game release remains pending, likely into 2025. However, several significant features are anticipated:
- Unity 2022 Engine Transition: A long-awaited upgrade, although delays are possible.
- Weapon Recoil System Overhaul: A major change with significant gameplay implications.
- New Weapons: The RPG-26 is a likely addition.
- Customs Map Rework: Expect substantial alterations to this popular map.
- Bug Fixes and Quality of Life Improvements: While the engine upgrade might introduce new issues, existing bugs are slated for resolution.
The extent of these changes and the overall impact on gameplay remains to be seen.
