FRONT MISSION 2: Remake news & patch notes

Patch 1.0.9 for FRONT MISSION 2: Remake is now live, introducing improvements to localization, UI, gameplay balance, and overall stability. Thank you for your continued feedback and support! Find the full patch notes below: Improvements - Completely reworked English localization for campaign dialogues, tutorials, stats, and UI - UI enhancements across Shop, Setup, and Battle panels - Adjusted difficulty balance for Stage 10 and Stage 17 - Improved animations during Quick Battles Bug Fixes - Fixed resolution and windowed mode issues on PC - Fixed a camera bug when using long-range weapons - Resolved a problem where attacks triggered by MG Blow, Double Punch, and other multi-hit skills were incorrectly counted as separate skills, breaking skill chains. - Fixed unit setup issue during the intermission before Stage 16 - Various minor bug fixes Update your game to the latest version to enjoy the improved experience!

Patch 1.0.8 for FRONT MISSION 2: Remake is now available on Steam! The latest update introduces numerous changes and improvements. See the full list below: New Features:

• Added 7 new HP bar designs that can be switched in General Settings.
• Added 2 additional Raven arms of each type, which will unlock after completing the optional quest, allowing players to equip both arms of the same type.

Improvements:

• Updated the design of HP bars by enhancing graphics and adding numerical values for each section.
• Improved some of the dodge animations for bipedal Wanzers.
• Adjusted camera work in battle animations.

Bug Fixes:

• Fixed a bug that prevented damage from attacks during certain chain skills.
• Fixed the Counter Shot skill triggering at incorrect moments during battle.
• Fixed an issue with the Steal skill that occasionally caused game freezes.
• Fixed an issue with the Surrender skill that occasionally caused game freezes.
• Fixed the Full Bullet skill sometimes triggering only one shot.
• Fixed rare issues where corrupted save files occurred during game-saving.
• Fixed an extensive lighting issue on stage 19.
• Fixed an invisible shield issue when restoring an arm equipped with a shield.
• Added missing data to the Network in some instances.
• Added the missing option for the Jingo computer's final clock-up.
• Fixed the Early Bird mission displaying the wrong mission view.
• Fixed the camera occasionally locking during scripted events.
• Fixed incorrect portraits displayed in some intermissions.
• Fixed portrait-related issues during certain mission dialogues.
• More minor fixes and upgrades.

Thank you for your ongoing feedback!

A new multiplayer update to FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake is here and with a new FRONT MISSION 2: Remake update, you can FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake steam page directly from the FRONT MISSION 2: Remake menu! Free Content Update – Mercenaries, contains local multiplayer mode, single player scenario, new maps, and more! The Mercenaries update is now live - download the latest version to enjoy the new content! Mercenaries Content Update includes: - New Singleplayer Scenarios An exciting array of six new singleplayer scenarios is coming with the update. Each scenario is carefully crafted to offer a diverse range of challenges and engaging narratives. These new missions provide a captivating solo gaming experience while also expanding gameplay with new types of terrain tiles. - Local Multiplayer Mode Jump into action with the local multiplayer mode using two controllers or the hot-seat functionality! Challenge your friends to a skirmish and prove your tactical superiority on brand-new maps. - Six New Maps Buried Factory, Leaves of the Fallen, Porunta’s Hideaway, and three more maps to be unlocked as you progress, will serve as arenas for single-player scenarios and multiplayer skirmishes. - New Mercenaries and a Commander Character Meet 15 new playable characters and the commander, who introduce you to the new update and assemble the best possible team. And more!

A new major update 1.0.7 for FRONT MISSION 2: Remake is now available on Steam! FRONT MISSION 2: Remake Patch 1.0.7 patch notes: - Improvement: Added Grenade Launcher VFX - Improvement: Added possibility to navigate World Map by using a mouse Bug Fixes: - Fixed problems with team arena fights not ending properly when players have a chance to obtain rewards - Added correct color for Eigel Eins H and Uisk Wanzer Icons in the summary menu - Fixed the wrong icon for Huge Wanzer in level 8 in the summary menu - Fixed missing display of the level 8 summary menu - Fixed problem with Music Changer not changing music on the go in the settings menu - Fixed problems with not unlocking trophies/achievements: "Specialist", "Pre-Sale" and "Hide and Seek" - Fixed problem with the lock on level 30 when entering the control room in turn 35 - Fixed problem with rare Rick Quest soft-lock on intermission after level 24 - Fixed problem with New Game + not showing in the menu for some languages - Fixed problem with melee attack animations of Torero Wanzer - Fixed problems with graphical settings not saving properly - Fixed problem with Flamethrower VFX not showing properly - Fixed problem with dialogue between Ash and Rocky not showing up before level 23 - Adjusted difficulty of arena matches before mission 6 on lower difficulty settings - Fixed problem with missing GEO values in level 11 - Fixed problem with the Motive computer not unlocking when surrendering Veteran on level 26 - Adjusted skill info translations for the Japanese language Thank you for your ongoing feedback!

We have prepared a series of Game Guides for you to explore the extensive mechanics in FRONT MISSION 2: Remake. They will help you learn the basics of navigation on the battlefield, pilot development and Wanzer customization. Series consits of five guides, each dedicated to different part of gameplay.

Player's Guide #1 - Basic Combat

- Basic combat mechanics - Action points system - Conditions during battle - Attack types

Player's Guide #2 - Battlefield Overview

- How to navigate on the battlefield - Placing units on the map - GEO mechanics - Objectives in certain missions - Post-battle rewards

Player's Guide #3 - Wanzer Customization

- Types of weapons - Parts - Overclocking the computer - How to change the painting and name

Player's Guide #4 - Pilots Advancement

- Leveling pilots - Skills mechanics - Talents

Player's Guide #5 - Additional Features

- Difficulty levels - Downtime activities during intermissions - Network features

Wanzers have arrived! New platforms have been conquered! FRONT MISSION 2: Remake is available now! ICONIC CLASSIC IN NEW ARMOR FRONT MISSION 2: Remake is a revamped version of the classic tactical RPG, released for the first time outside of Japan. In addition to featuring new graphics and reorchestrated music, the game includes a number of gameplay-related improvements, tailored to modern needs. With faster loading times and more dynamic animations you can enjoy the iconic title that suits modern standards. Brand new content added to the Remake version includes: - Free Camera option: allowing you to freely hover around the map to gain an even greater overview of your battlefield. - Two new Wanzers: Uisk and Igel Eins H, along with a full set of Jaboa parts ready to be unlocked. - Two new weapons: Storm Trident and Heavy Trident are available only in the Remake to wreak havoc on the battlefield. - New camo options: giving you more choices to customize the painting of your Wanzers! Moreover, after finishing the game, you will be able to access the brand new mode – New Game+, where you keep all your existing weapons, parts, and progress, to start the game all over again! STORY The impoverished People's Republic of Alordesh has been suffering a severe economic decline due to the 2nd Huffman Conflict, which created widespread discontent among citizens. Twelve years after the events of Front Mission 1st, on 12 June 2102, coup d'état led by Ven Mackarge began. On this exact day, three main military bases and the parliament in the country's capital city were attacked and taken over. The O.C.U. responded to the attacks by sending their army to free Alordesh from rebel hands. Follow the O.C.U. military squads, 'Muddy Otters' , 'Dull Stags', and 'O.C.U. Ground Defense Force Intelligence Agency' and monitor the situation in this country torn apart by a ruthless civil war.

Patch Notes: - Options now save correctly upon exiting the options menu. - The mouse cursor now disappears after inactivity or when playing with a controller. - Custom mouse cursor added. - Issues with Vsync have been fixed. - Improved visibility of the "press to hide this window" text on the counter panel. - Fixed the mouse responsiveness issue when browsing the in-game menu and trying to click on the General, Audio, and Controller tabs. - Added an option to adjust mouse sensitivity. - Scrolling speed has been adjusted. - Problems with selecting the incorrect Wanzer in the Garage have been resolved. - Fixed some PC hints in Network. Thank you for your feedback and continuous support!