Balanced Gameplay Enhancements

One of the major shifts in this patch is the overhaul of Care Packages. Now, when a player opens a Care Package, the entire team benefits from EVO Shield upgrades rather than just the one who opened it. This team-oriented approach encourages cooperation and strategic play.

Exciting Weapon Rotations

The Gold Weapon Rotation has also been refreshed, featuring fan-favorites like the Charge Rifle, Prowler PDW, and the Nemesis Burst AR, alongside the G7 Scout and CAR SMG. These weapons could significantly influence your success on the battlefield.

Revamped Ring Lethality Mechanics

In a bid to heighten the stakes, Support Perk benefits will be disabled once players hit the Ring Lethality Warning time limit. Additionally, Revive Expert cooldowns are now more pronounced when used inside the ring, requiring players to adapt quickly when facing off against the closing boundaries.

New Attachments & Improvements

Introducing the NEW Accelerator Hop-Up! This attachment boosts EVO gain from damage and Ultimate charge across various weapons, including the Nemesis Burst AR and G7 Scout. Furthermore, knockouts with an Accelerator weapon will now grant extra Ultimate charge, translating to more impactful gameplay right from the early stages of a match.

Players using the Arc Star will now receive a clear “STUCK” notification if hit, eliminating the uncertainty while under pressure.

Weapon Tweaks to Improve Playability

The Charge Rifle has received a variety of improvements, including increased ammo capacity and enhanced projectile effectiveness. With reduced gravity and increased fire rate, it promises to be a formidable choice for players.

The universally popular Mastiff shotgun is also set for adjustments—its aim down sights (ADS) blast pattern size has been broadened, and the raise time has increased, leading to a more balanced experience.

Plus, the RE-45 pistol gets a damage boost, ensuring it stays relevant in the ever-evolving meta.

Legend Ability Overhauls

For the Legends, big changes are afoot! Alter sees a significant cooldown reduction for her Void Nexus ability while adding a new upgrade that allows for a second instance of the ability to exist simultaneously.

Loba, the master thief, now starts with a near-full charge on her Black Market and can remotely pick it up. Enhancements like the ability to take banners and open vaults without keys make her a more versatile support character, ready to reshape the squad dynamics.

Mirage gains new utility by not only cloaking when using healing items but also enhances his bamboozle abilities to scan opponents. These changes aim to elevate his effectiveness as a support character in teams.

Map Rotations and Competitive Integrity

The map rotations for both Public and Ranked games have been updated, featuring locations like Olympus and World's Edge, ensuring fresh landscapes for your battles. As part of the ongoing commitment to keeping ranked matchmaking fair, adjustments to RP values have been made to reduce disparities in rank performance.

Bug Fixes and Quality of Life Improvements

In addition to new features, a host of bugs have been squashed. From fixing interaction issues with Legends to enhancing visuals and audio clarity in various scenarios, these tweaks serve to boost every player's gaming experience.

Conclusion: Get Ready to Dominate!

With these game-changing updates, players are encouraged to explore new strategies and team compositions. The Astral Anomaly Event not only promises to enhance competitiveness but will also introduce exciting avenues for gameplay.

So gear up, adapt your tactics, and dive into the action—your next game-changing moment is just around the corner! Are you ready to transcend the ordinary?