Insurgency: Sandstorm news & patch notes

Hello soldiers!

Welcome to the release notes for Update 1.21 Operation: Breachpoint! This update includes a brand-new map, two stylish new pistols, and additional customization options for both factions.

NEW MAP: HOLD

We are excited to introduce our new map, Hold! We showed a brief teaser in the patch notes for the last update, and now it's officially here. Set in a police station under siege, Hold immerses players in intense, close-quarters engagements with restricted sightlines. The map features various vertical gameplay elements, including stairwells, balconies, and even a helipad!

Navigate a high-security complex where every room could be an ambush. Engage in intense battles throughout cell blocks, conference rooms, and narrow hallways! 

Hold is playable on:

Versus

• Ambush

• Defusal

• Domination

• Firefight

• Free For All

• Skirmish

• Team Deathmatch

Co-op

• Checkpoint Security

• Checkpoint Insurgents

• Outpost

• Survival

NEW WEAPONS: FOWLER VANTA 9 & TK-33

This update, we are expanding your toolkit with two new pistols that can be used across your existing loadouts. These new sidearms support room-to-room gameplay and are designed to be effective in a wide range of unpredictable situations, ensuring absolute reliability when your primary weapon runs dry.

Fowler Vanta 9 (SEC)

A masterpiece of modern machining, the Fowler Vanta 9 provides a refined trigger pull with a weighted frame for maximum recoil management.

TK-33 (INS)

A triumph of engineering, the TK-33 thrives in the harshest environments with minimal maintenance.

NEW PREMIUM DLC:

Rapid Assault Gear Set (SEC)

Lead the intervention with the Rapid Assault Gear Set! 

Contains six different cosmetic gear pieces:

• Headgear - Rapid Assault Helmet

• Facewear - Rapid Assault Balaclava

• Torso - Rapid Assault Top

• Hands - Rapid Assault Gloves

• Legs - Rapid Assault Bottom

• Feet - Rapid Assault Boots

Scavenger Gear Set (INS)

Fuel the rebellion with the Scavenger Gear Set! 

Contains six different cosmetic gear pieces:

• Headgear - Scavenger Hat

• Facewear - Scavenger Scarf

• Torso - Scavenger Top

• Hands - Scavenger Gloves

• Legs - Scavenger Bottom

• Feet - Scavenger Boots

Endurance Weapon Skin Set (SEC)

Outlast the opposition with the Endurance Weapon Skin Set!

Contains six cosmetic skins for the following weapons:

• M16A4

• MDR

• MK18 CQBR

• M249 

• M24 

• MK14 EBR 

War Torn Weapon Skin Set (INS)

Defy the odds with the War Torn Weapon Skin Set!

Contains six cosmetic skins for the following weapons:

• AKM 

• SG 552 

• AKS-74U 

• PKM 

• Mosin-Nagant 

• SVD 

Cosmetic Patches

We have added brand new Breachpoint-themed cosmetic patches to both factions so you can dominate in style!

Security Patches

• Operation: Breachpoint

• Come and get it 

• Field artillery 

• Tulwars 

• Bastion 

• Hunting eagle 

Insurgent Patches

• Operation: Breachpoint

• See you in hell 

• Broken chains 

• Ace of spades 

• Cat's eyes 

• Scorpion 

RESOLVED ISSUES

Art & Graphics

• Fixed an issue where Motion Blur remained active even when disabled in the settings.

• Fixed an issue where a player's shadow could reveal their position through solid walls on low graphic presets.

• Fixed an issue where the Romero 2x optic reticle was incorrectly aligned when using Picture-in-Picture mode.

• Fixed an issue where certain scopes would physically clip into the laser sight on the Grease Gun when toggled to 1x mode.

• Fixed an issue where rockets appeared to exit offset to the left from all launchers.

• Fixed an issue where the M240B feed tray could clip through the weapon.

• Fixed an issue where the barrel attachment of another player's S12K would completely disappear in third-person view.

• Fixed an issue where the bolt animation on the AUG A3 and Masterkey underbarrel attachment would become distorted when continuing an interrupted reload.

• Fixed an issue where a weapon’s magazine would vanish from first-person view if an underbarrel weapon reload animation was interrupted.

• Fixed an issue where underbarrel attachments for the QBZ-97 and FAMAS F1 had missing world textures when lying on the ground.

• Fixed an issue where the scope texture would disappear for a second when transitioning from the Point Shooting Grip to an optic sight.

• Fixed an issue where the MP5A5 rail appeared different between the Loadout menu and third-person view when a suppressor was attached.

• Fixed an issue where a player’s upper torso would completely disappear when equipping a gas mask.

• Fixed an issue where parts of the player's legs would disappear when combining the Warlord Bottom cosmetic with Jackal Sneakers.

• Fixed an issue where the GRS Gloves would clip into the sleeve of the Peacemaker top in third-person view.

• Fixed an issue where character hands would clip through the S.O.R.T. Bottom cosmetic item.

• Fixed an issue where the Revolt Top would clip into the Revolt Bottom and ammo carriers.

• Fixed an issue where female character hairstyles would have missing hair segments when equipping the PMC Headset and the GRS Operator Scarf.

• Fixed an issue where the Anchor and Imperial facial hair styles would fail to render when the GRS Operator Scarf was equipped.

• Fixed an issue where the National Pride and Duct Taped DLC weapon skins would overlap or misalign on the SKS, RPK, OKP-7, and PKO-6 scopes.

• Fixed an issue where NVG accessories would visually fall under a character's feet in third-person view after utilizing a resupply crate.

• Fixed an issue where the third-person standing reload animation for the M24 was missing.

Gameplay

• Fixed an issue where the firing rate of semi-automatic weapons could be increased by interrupting the animation with a melee attack.

• Fixed an issue where players could perform an unintended accelerated backward jump.

• Fixed an issue where players were completely blocked from firing during a melee attack animation with the Galil or Galil SAR.

• Fixed an issue where the Flip-Up Sights on the MP7 were unavailable to the Insurgent faction.

• Fixed an issue where the default reserve magazine count for the S12K with an extended magazine differed from intended specifications.

• Fixed an issue where characters could occasionally spawn directly on top of one another in matches.

• Fixed an issue where AI bots would not fire RPGs in PvE modes.

• Fixed an issue where AI bots would not shoot at fire-support helicopters.

• Fixed an issue where AI bots could target and shoot players through solid walls without visual contact or predictive awareness.

• Fixed an issue where AI bots could begin firing their weapons before finishing their aiming animations.

Level Design & Improvements

• Fixed an issue where a player could get underneath Objective C on Precinct.

• Fixed an issue where Insurgent players could scale a wall on Prison to gain an unfair vantage point.

• Fixed an issue on Farmhouse Domination where an unfair sightline allowed players to spawn-kill the opposing team.

• Fixed an issue on Forest where a player could hide behind props on Push Security Objective A.

• Fixed an issue on Power Plant where players could stand floating in mid-air above a destroyed building.

• Fixed an issue on Trainyard where ambient fires from destroyed trucks and cars dealt no damage to players.

• Fixed an issue on Hideout where room lighting was missing or distorted in several interior areas.

• Fixed an issue where AI bots would endlessly respawn inside of vehicles on the Forest map.

• Fixed an issue in Local Play on Hillside where bots would spawn hovering in the air above the first objective.

• Fixed an issue where enemy tactical vehicles would fail to move to defend Objective A on Refinery Checkpoint Security.

• Fixed an issue where enemy tactical vehicles would fail to move to defend Objective C on Forest Checkpoint Insurgents in Local Play.

• Fixed an issue where trees would aggressively flicker in the background of the Loadout menu when playing on Ministry Day.

UI/UX

• Fixed an issue where the underbarrel attachment ammunition counter would incorrectly switch to display the primary weapon's magazine count after swapping weapons.

• Fixed an issue where the Security loadout on Outpost would continue to display in the Customize menu after switching factions.

• Fixed an issue where weapon attachments would fail to display in the attachments user interface within the Tutorials Range.

• Fixed an issue where marketing materials for select Duct Taped weapon skins mismatched their actual in-game visual appearance.

• Fixed an issue where a typo in the Daily Challenge "Assault Rifles Sharpshooter".

• Fixed an issue where the color values of the "Star" icon stood out unnaturally.

• Fixed an issue where the store preview image for the Jackal DLC pack had too low of a resolution.

Mod Editor

• Fixed an issue in the Mod Editor where attempting to package a mod with "Source Code Recompile" enabled would completely break the packaging function.

• Fixed an issue where valid Windows-validated mods would fail to download or mount correctly on Linux community servers.

• Fixed an issue where mod updates were failing to automatically download for subscribed players.

Miscellaneous

• Fixed an issue where a player would be unable to connect to a server if another active user was inside wall collision geometry.

• Fixed an issue where players would occasionally become completely locked out of selecting a class upon joining a server.

• Fixed an issue where a 2-second client freeze occurred when toggling the global graphics quality preset to "Auto".

• Fixed an issue where a party status update caused severe client freezes lasting up to 10 seconds.

• Fixed an issue where drop-down menu selection sound effects were missing when switching weapon attachments in the Loadout screen.

• Fixed an issue where the firing audio of a turret would continue to play sound to a player from first-person view, even after they stopped interacting with it.

• Fixed an issue where the Commander and Observer radio lines confirming an artillery request would play simultaneously.

• Fixed an issue on EGS clients where the game would fail to generate localized crash logs.

• Fixed an issue preventing the "Wet Feet" achievement from unlocking if Basic Training was successfully completed while offline.

Hello soldiers!

Welcome to the release notes for Update 1.20 Operation: Clear Sight! This update features two new sights, new difficult challenges to grind, mod editor improvements, and new cosmetics for both factions!

First things first, take a look at our upcoming new map, Hold, coming next update (Update 1.21 Operation: ███████). Inspired by Ministry, it features a police station caught in a violent takeover by Insurgent forces. WIP images below!

MOD EDITOR IMPROVEMENTS

Insurgency's origins are deeply rooted in modding. Starting as a mod for the Source engine, Insurgency: Modern Infantry Combat led to a standalone sequel released in 2014 that we’re sure many of you are familiar with, called Insurgency, and then on to Insurgency: Sandstorm.

It's important to remember our roots, and mod support is one way of fulfilling that for the team. We know the modding community has felt left behind in recent years, especially as the release on consoles led our focus to expand. We know the modding tools have been deteriorating.  

This leads us to today. We have been working with many from the modding community over the last two updates to address issues flagged for us as important and to add features that should help make even cooler stuff. This one's been coming for a long time, including addressing requests like access to our Wwise project, which is included in this update. This grants modders more creative freedom when incorporating custom sounds into their projects. A guide is available to help mod creators here.

Additionally, we've taken significant steps to improve the content-creation experience in the editor. Modders can now upload mods larger than 2GB directly through the editor. This should help streamline the publishing process. Because the workflow has changed, we've created a guide that walks through the process of creating, uploading, and updating mods.

Finally, we’d like to acknowledge members of the modding community who have stood by us throughout the years. They have spent countless hours creating awesome content that many of you know, including maps from our mapping contest, like Prison and Last Light.

The ISMC Team, The SAGAS Team, The Sandstorm 1944 Team, The Project Reimagined Team, TOCA_, RareKiwi, Deerslug, Reeecompile, Scotify, VIX, WintorOperator, Tisa13, =Freddy=, Peglegswansoon, Heromanofe, invalidnick, D3M0N123, TayLord, Jason, \ Tazzy, fatmarrow, Zapatista, Juu, Flaykes, SpartanViperz, Snakeyio, GamerChick5567, 2Happy, LeiMuu, Pyr4mus, Jojo6393457, SgtPepper_47, -TrashCan-, B4NDO, Destinate, Comrade Romanov, Smkndrtz, JustARadish, Dr House, CrazTheKing, Prof. Orribilus, tarAn-OD, \k24uk.

Thank you to each of you.

TIER 3 CHALLENGES ARE HERE

In our previous update, Operation: Shell Shock, we introduced Challenges as a way for players to earn rewards while playing Insurgency: Sandstorm. We’re building on top of that foundation by introducing Tier 3 Challenges. These will raise the bar with more demanding objectives built for those ready to prove their experience and skill.

Here are a few challenges that you can expect to have to grind for:

• Kill 500 enemies with Fire Support as a Commander.

• Win 100 rounds without dying (good luck!).

• Perform 500 headshots with a sidearm.

NEW OPTICS

As the operation name implies, we are  expanding weapon customization by introducing two new CQB-focused optics that can be used across all your existing loadouts. These new attachments support close-quarters gameplay and are designed to be effective across a variety of maps and situations, including future environments.

New Security Optic: Romero 8T

Built for durability, the Romero 8T sight provides a crisp, wide-window sight picture in any environment.

New Insurgent Optic: PKO-6

Compact and lightweight, the PKO-6 sight provides a low-profile sighting solution without sacrificing peripheral vision.

NEW PREMIUM DLC:

GRS Operator Gear Set (SEC)

Establish tactical superiority with the GRS Operator Gear Set!

Contains seven different cosmetic gear pieces:

• Headgear - GRS Operator Helmet

• Eyewear - GRS Operator Glasses

• Facewear - GRS Operator Scarf

• Torso - GRS Operator Top

• Hands - GRS Operator Gloves

• Legs - GRS Operator Bottom

• Feet - GRS Operator Boots

Jackal Gear Set (INS)

Lead the uprising with the Jackal Gear Set!

Contains six different cosmetic gear pieces:

• Headgear - Jackal Bandana

• Eyewear - Jackal Glasses

• Torso - Jackal Top

• Hands - Jackal Hands

• Legs - Jackal Bottom

• Feet - Jackal Sneakers

Canyon Weapon Skin Set (SEC)

Control the ridgeline with the Canyon Weapon Skin Set!

Contains six cosmetic skins for the following weapons:

• WCX

• S12K

• Vector

• M250

• M110 SASS

• Tariq

Jezzail Weapon Skin Set (INS)

Wield your legacy with the Jezzail Weapon Skin Set!

Contains six cosmetic skins for the following weapons:

• AKM

• H21

• Makarov

• SKS

• SVD

• US12

Cosmetic Patches

We have added brand new Clear Sight-themed cosmetic patches to both factions so you can dominate in style!

Insurgent Patches

• Operation: Clear Sight 

• Lizard

• Raven Skull

• Wolf Head

• Rise Up

• Fight On

Security Patches

• Operation: Clear Sight 

• Get Some

• Zoomie 1

• Zoomie 2

• FSEC 1

• FSEC 2

RESOLVED ISSUES

Art & Graphics

• Fixed an issue where some colour variations could not be applied to the customized items.

• Fixed an issue where graphical artifacts could be seen during gameplay.

• Fixed an issue where the bots in Hardcore Checkpoint were different from previous versions.

• Fixed an issue where the default magazine reload animation for the SKS was with a drum magazine from first-person.

• Fixed an issue where the gas mask would float in the air during gameplay.

• Fixed an issue where there was no dismemberment during explosions.

• Fixed an issue where some trees would flicker if Motion blur is enabled.

• Fixed an issue where using a scope and night vision combined together would dim your view when using the point shooting grip.

• Fixed an issue where the Vandal gloves were clipping with the Brute Top in first-person.

• Fixed an issue where the Vandal gloves would be visible when aiming with certain weapons.

• Fixed an issue where the Heavy armour for insurgents was distorted in the customize menu and in third-person.

• Fixed an issue where the S12K drum magazine reload was not synchronized with the HUD.

• Fixed an issue where part of the duct-taped skin was visible when aiming through a magnified scope.

• Fixed an issue where grass was inconsistently popping in and out of player view on Farmhouse.

• Fixed an issue where the Uniform Camo pattern was applied to the chin strap and the band around the PASGT helmet.

• Fixed an issue where the Uniform camo was applied to the knee pads on combat pants.

• Fixed an issue with broken reload animations on the M110 SASS in third-person.

• Fixed an issue with broken reload animations on the AKM with extended magazine in third-person.

• Fixed an issue with broken reload animations on the M250 in third-person.

• Fixed an issue where the textures of the body were distorted after dismembering the limbs.

• Fixed an issue where the raycast on the RPK ironsight was misaligned.

• Fixed an issue where the M60 machine gun was missing the NVG Point Shooting mode and its corresponding animation.

• Fixed an issue where the Nightstalker Shirt had significant holes on the back in third-person.

• Fixed an issue where the colour variations for Rebel Boots "Gray and Black" cosmetic didn’t apply when selected.

• Fixed an issue where the reload animation on the AUG A3 was broken after it was interrupted in first-person.

• Fixed an issue where the M4A1 with the “Midnight Blue” skin was invisible when looking through the scope in third-person.

• Fixed an issue where a dropped standard magazine with the “Night Raven” skin and part of the magazine with the “Duct Taped” skin would become invisible inside the 1.5x scope and above on certain weapons.

• Fixed an issue where the Insurgents' back patches were invisible when the Light Carrier and any armour were equipped with the Biker Top.

• Fixed an issue where there was no light source for the Security faction in the weapon loadout menu on Tell Night.

• Fixed an issue where object textures and their shadows were distorted on Outskirts.

• Fixed an issue where shadows were distorted in several places on Tell.

• Fixed an issue where the MK 18 CQBR had a hole while firing and with an empty magazine in third-person.

• Fixed an issue where the 7x Hunting NV would disappear when focusing at a certain angle with the M1 Garand.

• Fixed an issue where the Goatee and Stubble facial hair on the male Security Rob and Soran heads were not centred on the characters' faces.

• Fixed an issue where the recoil grip bipod attachment was moving forward and back on the weapon when standing up after using the bipod.

• Fixed an issue where the Character’s hand had an unnatural pose and clipping with the SVD from third-person.

Gameplay

• Fixed an issue where there was no delay when the commander called in fire support to the observer.

• Fixed an issue where IED explosions were dealing significantly reduced damage.

• Fixed an issue where mortar fire would instantly impact after fire, landing at the fixed origin point until the end of the level when calling Fire Support using mortar.

Level Design & Improvements

• Fixed an issue with an unfair camping spot on Forest Push Insurgents inside the C cap zone.

• Fixed an issue where the weapon cache was less vulnerable to incendiary grenades and rocket launchers.

• Fixed an issue on Ministry Checkpoint Security where bots would get stuck during defence on points D and F.

• Fixed an issue where players could get stuck on a pole when attempting to jump off a wall at a specific location on Hideout.

• Fixed an issue where there was a missing wall section on Farmhouse.

• Fixed an unfair camping spot on Outskirts Ambush on Point A.

• Fixed an exploit on Tell where players could go out of bounds to block the capture of point C.

• Fixed an issue where players could get stuck behind a stack of wood on Forest.

UI/UX

• Fixed an issue where players would see different party members if their Steam and EGS accounts were connected.

• Bomb strike icons are now larger.

• Fixed an issue where the platform name would not match the one specified in the settings.

• Fixed an issue where the horizontal recoil stat wouldn’t change when a drum magazine was attached to US12.

• Fixed an issue where the "Climber" gear set was named "Vandal" in the store tab.

• Fixed an issue where the "Dragon Skin" weapon skin set DLC name was displayed as just "Dragon" in the in-game store.

• Fixed an issue where the Forest Warden and Green Recon DLC names were missing a space between words in the in-game store.

• Fixed an issue where the text chat window would open in Loadout when pressing the left/right button on the D-pad while the map is loading.

• Fixed an issue where the Objective model overlaps the result screen challenges in the Survival game mode.

• Fixed an issue where the unlock pop-ups appeared with a significant delay after purchasing the Gold edition bundle.

• Fixed an issue where the unlock pop-ups would appear with a delay after purchasing the Shell Shock DLC.

• Fixed an issue where the "6x-3x T Scope" on the "M110 SASS" was localized as "Прицел DOS 6x-3x" in Russian in the Loadout menu.

• Fixed an issue where the names of the Observer and Commander classes in the description of the observer static challenge were not translated into languages other than English.

• Fixed an issue where the letter "N" was missing in the text lines "STATIC CHALLENGES" and "WEEKLY CHALLENGES" in English localization.

• Fixed an issue where the party code entry window would open after trying to create a party if you refused to accept the terms of the EULA while joining the party using a code.

• Fixed an issue where the double "Error" window and lack of controller/keyboard navigation would occur when trying to join using an invalid party code after switching accounts.

• Fixed an issue where the modified "Motion Blur" and "Dismemberment" settings would appear as modified if the player cancelled their application.

• Fixed an issue where the “Save Cosmetic Preset” would not pop up if you equipped the Chemical Combat Helmet and tried to save your appearance.

Mod Editor

• Implemented the ability to add mods directly to Mod.io.

• Implemented the Wwise project files to the mod editor.

• Fixed an issue where blueprint compile errors would be triggered when playing in PIE.

Miscellaneous

• Reduced the time to find a match when the “Other input parameters” option is enabled.

• Fixed a crash that occurred when loading replays on Gap.

• Fixed an issue where finding a match would be cancelled after the "Preparing Server" phase.

• Fixed a crash that occurred after 60 minutes of 10v10 gameplay.

• Fixed an issue where the Battleworn & Dissident Bundle could not be unlocked after winning in the Survival game mode.

• Fixed an issue where the Big Spender & Sporty Bundle could not be unlocked after winning in the Ambush game mode.

• Fixed an issue where players would not receive rewards after linking their PROS account.

• Fixed an issue where players below level 2 could not join Frontline mode when all the Rifleman slots were already filled.

• Fixed an issue where an error message would occur when reporting any player in the US West region.

• Fixed an issue where challenge events were visible through the admin menu

• Fixed an issue where toggling motion blur was not working.

• Fixed an issue where some zoomed optics would not apply the correct ADS Sensitivity multiplier value.

• Fixed an issue with the overlay of inscriptions for the menu items of the community servers section in the Russian, Polish, Portuguese and Swedish languages.

• Fixed an issue where Challenges and KSIVA were not displayed in the title after suspend mode.

• Fixed an issue where the gamestatstokens became invalid over a short period.

• Fixed an issue where the Observer and Commander Level 1 and 2 challenges could be progressed in Co-op mode.

• Fixed an issue where players could abuse the vote kick system.

• Fixed an issue where a softlock occurred after switching accounts via "Account Picker".

Greeting Soldiers,

From November 28 to December 1, 2025, earn triple XP when you play Insurgency: Sandstorm.

Have a great weekend! o7

Hey Soldiers!

Starting December 2, the following LTGMs will be live until December 16: Hardcore Lite & Gang War

Go get 'em! o7

Hey everyone!

We hope you’re enjoying the new update! The team has been working hard since the release of Operation: Shell Shock to identify key issues that are impacting player experience that require our attention. In addition to the fixes included in this hotfix, we’ve applied several backend improvements to matchmaking that should alleviate some of the issues that began in September, such as servers not properly repopulating (also known as “lobby decay”) and players getting stuck on “Preparing Server” indefinitely. We are also keeping a close eye on the IED, something’s up with that thing; that must be why they call it “improvised”, huh.

Thank you for your continued support!

PLAYLIST CHANGES

Starting November 17, 2025, we are moving Ambush and Skirmish away from the permanent playlists to the time-limited playlist. As of now, these game modes are consistently the two least popular. Our goal here is to concentrate the player base within our core game modes to hopefully further alleviate issues with finding servers in less populated regions.

RESOLVED ISSUE

Art & Graphics

• Fixed an issue where toggling motion blur did not correctly apply the effect.

• Fixed an issue where uniform camouflage was incorrectly applied to the knee pads on combat pants.

• Fixed an issue where some color variations could not be applied to customization items.

Gameplay

• Fixed an issue where bots in Hardcore Checkpoint game mode differed from previous versions.

• Fixed an issue where the Security commander received instant confirmation for fire support without the intended delay.

• Fixed an issue where new players could not join Frontline mode when all Rifleman slots were filled.

UI/UX

• Fixed an issue where weapon upgrades were not being saved in Loadouts if a Class preset was created.

• Fixed an issue where extra scenario selection buttons were present in the local play menu.

• Fixed an issue where the S12K drum magazine reload animation was not synchronized with the HUD.

• Fixed an issue where the "Climber" gear set was incorrectly named "Vandal" in the store tab.

• Fixed an issue where DLC unlock pop-ups appeared with a delay after activation.

• Fixed an issue where the end-of-match vote screen was missing in Versus modes.

Miscellaneous

• Fixed an issue where players were not receiving rewards for linking PROS.

• Fixed an issue where a crash occurred when loading replays on Gap .

• Fixed an issue causing dedicated server crashes.

• Updated the Anti-Cheat Splash Screen.

You can find the patch notes here: sabr.gg/ISS-119Notes

Greeting Soldiers!

From October 3 to October 6, 2025, earn triple XP when you play Insurgency: Sandstorm.

Have a great weekend!

Hey Soldiers!

Starting October 7, the following LTGMs will be live until October 21: Chad Team 6 & Team Deathmatch.

Go get 'em!

Greetings Soldiers!

It's the last weekend of the month, meaning that from September 26 to September 29, 2025, you'll earn triple XP when you play Insurgency: Sandstorm.

The following LTGMs will be live until October 7: Guerillas & Free For All

Starting August 12, the following LTGMs will be live until August 26: Checkpoint Frenzy & Gunslinger TDM

NEW MAP: FOREST

• Push Security
• Push Insurgents
• Frontline
• Firefight East
• Firefight West
• Domination
• Skirmish
• Ambush

• Checkpoint Security
• Checkpoint Insurgents
• Hardcore Checkpoint Security
• Hardcore Checkpoint Insurgents
• Outpost
• Survival

NEW WEAPONS: M250 & H21

M250 (SEC)

H21 (INS)

NEW PREMIUM DLC:

Forest Warden Gear Set (SEC)

• Forest Warden Top
• Forest Warden Bottom
• Forest Warden Headset
• Forest Warden Balaclava
• Forest Warden Goggles
• Forest Warden Gloves
• Forest Warden Boots

Phantom Gear Set (INS)

• Phantom Top
• Phantom Pants
• Phantom Helmet
• Phantom Gloves
• Phantom Boots

Green Recon Weapon Skin Set (SEC)

• Rifleman, Demolitions: M4A1
• Advisor: MK 18 CQBR
• Gunner: M250
• Breacher: MP7
• Marksman: MK 14 EBR
• Secondary: L106A1

Bloodwood Weapon Skin Set (INS)

• Rifleman, Demolitions: M16A2
• Advisor: AKS-74U
• Gunner: H21
• Breacher: TOZ-194
• Marksman: M99
• Secondary: Browning HP

NEW PVP LTGM: FIRST BLOOD

Cosmetic Patches

• Operation: Overrun
• Unstoppable
• Rotorhead
• Support is close
• Unseen
• Hard Landing

• Rebel
• Hello
• Wolverine
• Tiger eye
• Molotov throw

IMPROVEMENTS

Lighting Changes

PLAYLIST CHANGES

Defusal

Free For All

RESOLVED ISSUES

Art & Graphics

• Fixed an issue where the player’s haircut was missing in 3rd person and the Customize menu when wearing the Desert Corpsman mask and headgear.
• Fixed an issue where several maps had visual issues on WinGDK, Steam, and EGS.
• Fixed an issue where the magazine disappeared during fast reloads on weapons with underbarrels.
• Fixed an issue where the iron sight on the SKS was not visible when using the National Pride skin.
• Fixed an issue where the Desert Corpsman shirt duplicated the left arm tattoo onto the right arm.
• Fixed an issue where the G36K had an extra piece near the barrel.
• Fixed an issue where the WCX muzzle flash was overly bright when using optics on night maps.
• Fixed an issue where the Biker helmet visor was transparent in the Customize menu.
• Fixed an issue where long haircuts clipped through the player’s face in 3rd person and the Customize menu.
• Fixed an issue where rocket launchers were misaligned with the table in the Tutorial Range.
• Fixed an issue where the weapon cache flickered when attacked with EOD or C4 while defending.
• Fixed an issue where the MK 14 EBR magazine skin differed from the preview when using the Two-Tone skin.
• Fixed an issue where a balcony appeared too bright on Hideout.
• Fixed an issue where barriers on Summit were not visible from a distance.
• Fixed an issue where glove textures stretched when prone with the Desert Corpsman gear equipped.
• Fixed an issue where scotch tape visuals hung in the air after interrupting the reload and weapon swap animation.
• Fixed an issue where the player’s backpack disappeared when interacting with a turret.
• Fixed an issue where the drum magazine clipped through the smoke launcher on the AR-7090.
• Fixed an issue where the smoke launcher barrel was detached when equipped on the WCX.
• Fixed an issue where additional hands were displayed when switching weapons while in the driver’s seat.
• Fixed an issue where AI security armour was distorted after death when using the default skin.
• Fixed an issue where the AUG partially disappeared in 3rd person when using scopes 1.5x and above.
• Fixed an issue where doors on Trainyard appeared usable but couldn’t be opened.
• Fixed an issue where a bright spot appeared at night on Power Plant.
• Fixed an issue where bullet holes overlapped and caused streaking on Farmhouse.
• Fixed an issue where weapon attachments had distorted textures with the Digital Splatter skin.
• Fixed an issue where distant map textures rendered as black.
• Fixed an issue where players could get stuck in various spots on Tideway.
• Fixed an issue where the holo sight on the MK18 Desert Hex skin had the wrong colour.
• Fixed an issue where the Half Wrap Mask turned fully black.
• Fixed an issue on the M4A1 where the Two-Tone Green skin was missing from the foregrip.
• Fixed an issue where weapon transitions were jarring when switching from point-shooting to normal fire.

Audio

• Fixed an issue where no audio played when starting match search.

Gameplay

• Fixed an issue where players couldn’t join a crossplay party if “You can join cross-network play” was set to Block.
• Fixed an issue where players with crossplay blocked could still join a match if the leader enabled crossplay.
• Fixed an issue where the melee weapon reverted to default.
• Fixed an issue where the PF940 magazine skin appeared inconsistent with earlier versions.
• Fixed an issue where the F2000 and Tactical variant couldn’t shoot for 1–2 seconds after reloading.
• Fixed an issue where the WCX and F2000 couldn’t scavenge STANAG or M4 magazines.
• Fixed an issue where the cache couldn’t be destroyed with explosives in the second round if it was destroyed by an IED in the first.
• Fixed an issue where melee weapons defaulted to Combat Knife/Kukri when editing presets.
• Fixed an issue where fire support items were missing from Commander and Observer loadouts.
• Fixed an issue where bots didn’t attack enemies in Checkpoint Security on Prison.
• Fixed an issue where players couldn’t interact with weapons when two players planted a bomb at once.

Level Design & Improvements

• Fixed an issue where players could glitch into rocks near objective Charlie on Crossing.
• Fixed an issue where players could climb out of bounds on Bab.

UI/UX

• Fixed an issue where the Modify Text window stayed open after closing the keyboard in the Report Player UI.
• Fixed multiple text issues in the in-game Store on Steam and EGS.
• Fixed an issue where the wrong name appeared in the gear unlock popup for the Survivor set.
• Fixed an issue where setting controller sensitivity to zero had no effect in gameplay.
• Fixed an issue where a player’s badge shifted the player’s platform icon in the scoreboard.
• Fixed an issue where hair became distorted when applying or removing the Revolt Cap.
• Fixed an issue where FPS dropped near weapon tables on the night version of the training range.
• Fixed an issue where text and icons were misaligned on the title screen.
• Fixed an issue where text and icons were shifted in the title UI.
• Fixed an issue where the preset list overlapped with the header at various resolutions.
• Fixed an issue where the Fire Mode tip appeared twice in Basic Training.

Mod Editor

• Fixed an issue where plugins couldn’t be enabled in the Mod Editor.
• Fixed an issue where the editor crashed when starting a PIE session with bots.
• Fixed an issue where the WCX was missing blueprint containers in the editor.
• Fixed an issue where F2000 variants were not usable in editor PIE mode.
• Fixed an issue where lamps and kit room actors spawned at world origin when packaging maps.

Miscellaneous

• Fixed an issue where crossplay was enabled by default on PC platforms.
• Fixed an issue where the Gas Mask didn’t fully cover the head.
• Fixed an issue where an extra bullet was displayed during the TAC-338 reload.
• Fixed an issue where the AK-74 was invisible in 3rd-person while scoped with the National Pride skin.
• Fixed an issue where players automatically crouched when entering a vehicle after crouching.
• Fixed an issue where controller vibration didn’t work after resetting settings.
• Fixed an issue where an invisible Gunner Top appeared in the main menu with thin arms on PS4.
• Fixed an issue where the Handjar and Tactical Axe descriptions weren’t localized.
• Fixed an issue where a bright light source made scopes unusable on Refinery.
• Fixed an issue where “Attacking” and “Defending” strings weren’t translated in Replays.
• Fixed an issue where weapons clipped through the camera in ADS with FOV set to 100.
• Fixed an issue where patches didn’t show on Insurgents with Light/Heavy Carrier in 3rd-person.
• Fixed an issue where the underbarrel launcher didn’t show on the G36K with Digital Splatter skin.
• Fixed an issue where objects appeared overly bright on the night version of Refinery.
• Fixed an issue where the Duct Taped skin looked different in the popup versus the loadout.
• Fixed an issue where the patch reward background image was missing.
• Fixed an issue where the weapon cache planting animation was missing when switching weapons.
• Fixed an issue where players fell through the map when switching teams at the end of a match.
• Fixed an issue where FPS dropped in the menu when using the Thai language.
• Fixed an issue where a one-frame visual glitch occurred while sprinting with the TAC-338 at game start.
• Fixed an issue where FPS dropped during 10v10 matches on PS4 and XB1.

Known Issues

• NVG accessories appear under the character's feet after resupplying in 3rd person view.
• Japanese text input doesn't work correctly.
• PKM bullets disappear from the magazine when reloading on bipods.
• The inner section of the M249 lacks texture when using the Night Raven skin.
• The bolt animation on the AUG A3 becomes distorted after a reload disruption.
• The Forest Warden Bottom clips with Heavy Armour in 3rd-person view.
• Fire support helicopters appear white on Last Light.
• Some glasses become invisible in 3rd-person when a gas mask is worn.
• Armour and carriers display as the opposite faction after switching teams.
• The virtual keyboard opens when using a mouse and keyboard in the Report Player input field.
• The "Category" text disappears in the Report Player window when the target leaves or dies.
• Character hands clip with the IED during the planting animation in first person.
• Parts of a wall disappear or reappear when moving on Ministry.
• The H21 magazine disappears after interrupting the reload animation while using a bipod.
• Selected glass colours do not change on the S.O.R.T. Helmet.
• The Yeti Top appears fully black in 3rd person view.
• The G36K M320 underbarrel launcher has incorrect ammo capacity with light/heavy carriers.
• The iron sight on the H21 distorts when aiming or firing near objects.
• The Flat Top on the M4A1 is missing outside the weapon customization menu.

Crossplay

• Fixed a crash for Steam players when they accepted an invitation from EGS players while in Local Play or Matchmaking.

Localization

• Corrected a Korean translation error in the Game tab.
• Resolved an issue where draft text appeared in the News Feed.

Technical

• Fixed an issue where the crossplay setting turned off after leaving suspend mode with no internet connection.
• Resolved a hardlock after resuming from suspend mode during an online match loading screen.
• Fixed an issue preventing match search via Activities on Xbox platforms.

Tech Art

• Fixed misplaced IR flashlight beam visual effects for spectators in all night game modes.
• Addressed an issue where the default character preset appeared in 3rd person instead of the selected character preset.
• Corrected a wrong texture on the M4A1 muzzle in 3rd person view.
• Resolved gas mask clipping issue with the Revolt Cap.

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