Escape from Tarkov's highly anticipated wipe, originally slated for pre-New Year's release due to a simplified Kappa container quest, now has a confirmed launch time. The wipe will occur on December 26th at 7:00 AM GMT / 2:00 AM EST. Following scheduled maintenance, the game will update to version 0.16.0.0 (Tarkov Arena to 0.2.5.0).
Expect approximately 8 hours of downtime, though past updates have sometimes exceeded this timeframe. To compensate, Battlestate Games will host a New Year's Special Twitch stream at 4:00 PM GMT / 11:00 AM EST. Details remain under wraps, but players can anticipate exciting new content.
What's New in Update 0.16.0.0?
Version 0.16.0.0 signifies that the full game release remains on hold, likely pushing a complete launch into 2025. However, several significant features are anticipated:
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Unity 2022 Engine Transition: This long-awaited upgrade, initially projected for 2024, is expected to finally roll out.
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Weapon Recoil System Overhaul: A major gameplay adjustment with potentially significant ramifications for player success.
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New Weaponry: The RPG-26 is among the anticipated additions.
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Customs Map Rework: Prepare for substantial changes to this popular map.
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Bug Fixes and Quality of Life Improvements: While expected, the engine upgrade might introduce unforeseen issues.
The update promises exciting changes, but the impact of the engine upgrade remains to be seen.
