Patch Notes 1.20.0

New Outfit and Haircuts in Patch 1.20.0

You might think this is new, but… Embark Studios has rolled out a couple of fresh options for Raiders to spice up their look with the Rawhide outfit and two new haircuts. This update keeps things interesting without any major overhauls, ensuring players have something to eagerly anticipate.

Il Toro: A Case of Balancing

But when it comes to weapons, there’s always a need for tweaking. The Il Toro is getting a significant shake-up to address its effectiveness in ranged combat and performance with choke. This adjustment is a direct response to your feedback, so you can now expect the Il Toro to behave more like a weapon of its rarity – less versatile at lower upgrade levels and more dependent on upgrades and mods.

The changes include a reduction in base fire-rate from 43 to 38, an increase in total reload time from 4.3 seconds to 5.7 seconds, and a looping entry time that’s also getting bumped up.

These adjustments make positioning and timing even more critical when using this weapon.

So, you might wonder: Are these changes enough? The truth is, we’ll keep an eye on how they play out in practice before making any further adjustments. For now, it’s all about giving players a chance to adapt and see if the new balance holds up.

Pellet Damage Reduction and Price Adjustments

Meanwhile, Pellet damage has been reduced from 7.5 to 7 base, which means you’ll need to be more precise with your shots. This change is part of a broader effort to keep the game balanced and interesting.

Additionally, Energy Clips are now selling for just 20 coins instead of 1000. This adjustment aims to align the profitability of crafting with other activities in the game, making sure that players don’t find one particular resource too overpowered or underwhelming.

Miscellaneous Fixes and Improvements

Embark Studios hasn’t just focused on combat mechanics; they’ve also addressed a few bugs. The issues with persistent audio from destroyed Comets and Fireballs, players getting stuck in the Dam Controlled Access Zone when pushed through walls, and missing collision near elevators and pipes at the Spaceport have all been fixed.

These quality of life improvements are small but significant for overall gameplay experience. They make it easier to focus on the action without constantly dealing with minor annoyances.

So there you have it – Patch 1.20.0 is here, ready to keep ARC Raiders engaged and invested in their adventures. If you’re a long-time player or just starting out, these updates should add some excitement to your gameplay.