No Escape from Madness News & Patch Notes

1.Fixed a bug with some weapon sound effects.

2.Fixed bugs related to certain items.

The game will continue to receive gradual updates. Thank you for your patience and support!

1.Fixed a bug with some weapon sound effects.

2.Fixed bugs related to certain items.

The game will continue to receive gradual updates. Thank you for your patience and support!

Increased the number of containers in Map 7. Enhanced loot quantities from select containers in Map 7. Armed merchant escorts in Map 7 with defensive weaponry, enabling them to protect both themselves and traders.

A novel locale—Eerie Ruins coming！Presenting extreme peril with densely clustered adversaries. Players are advised to equip themselves thoroughly before venturing into this treacherous domain. Accompanying the map's debut, several innovative items and crafting formulae shall be introduced, awaiting your discovery. New side quests and randomized missions will be integrated into the uncharted territory. Fresh horrors emerge: the Necrotic Slug, alongside a formidable new boss—the Omen's Ovum. A novel merchant NPC will inhabit the map, their wares ripe for exploration. Additional armor sets and helmets shall augment your defensive arsenal. Concurrently, numerous known bugs shall be rectified. Necrotic Slug: {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45266628/03c2cb0a625cf4f0420cef437a3fecee55242b51.png Omen's Ovum: {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45266628/ed696ba5c23f3bcd2c7e0abe3278311981c4afef.png

Allow me to extend my most cordial Labor Day greetings in advance. The NEFM (Non-Evacuation Frontier Module) is anticipated to unveil its new map on

May 4th

. Herein lies a preview of the forthcoming cartographic expansion.

New Map Preview

A novel locale—Eerie Ruins—shall soon emerge, presenting extreme peril with densely clustered adversaries. Players are advised to equip themselves thoroughly before venturing into this treacherous domain. Accompanying the map's debut, several innovative items and crafting formulae shall be introduced, awaiting your discovery. New side quests and randomized missions will be integrated into the uncharted territory. Fresh horrors emerge: the Necrotic Slug, alongside a formidable new boss—the Omen's Ovum. A novel merchant NPC will inhabit the map, their wares ripe for exploration. Additional armor sets and helmets shall augment your defensive arsenal. Concurrently, numerous known bugs shall be rectified. Necrotic Slug: {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45266628/03c2cb0a625cf4f0420cef437a3fecee55242b51.png Omen's Ovum: {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45266628/ed696ba5c23f3bcd2c7e0abe3278311981c4afef.png Furthermore, this missive consolidates prior updates to enhance your comprehension of recent modifications, ensuring an elevated gameplay experience.

Performance Adjustments

[] Drastically reduced looting duration for containers: 2.5s → 1s. [] Reconstructed damage calculation mechanics: Direct health depletion now occurs only when Armor Durability ≥ 0 and Projectile Penetration ≥ Armor Tier; otherwise, armor durability is prioritized. [] Added tier-based damage mitigation: Superior armor reduces incoming damage—seek out sturdier protection! [] Refined enemy AI: Adversaries no longer exhibit "speedster" sprinting behaviors. [] Expanded stack limits for most materials—intuitively stackable items now function as expected. [] New alert system for agents entering maps unarmed. [] Drag-and-swap functionality for equipped weapons. [] Finalized "Quick Sort": Items now auto-arrange categorically, with single-slot objects filling interstitial spaces. [] Instant Loot: Strip all valuables from fallen foes with a single command. [] Enhanced hit reactions: Visual feedback for successful strikes intensifies combat immersion.

Quality-of-Life Enhancements

[] Streamlined early-game: New saves now begin with a fully-equipped complimentary agent (non-conflicting with existing characters). [] Exploration safeguard: First-time map fatalities grant a single resurrection. [] Zombie audio overhaul: Pre-remaster, undead vocalizations no longer spam repetitively. [] Refined loot distribution: Material scarcity issues alleviated via logical drop allocation. [] Collision recalibration: Smoother environmental interactions for player models. [] Ballistic audio polish: Firearm reports now resonate authentically. [] Damage metrics: Weapon efficacy visibly quantified. [] Armor repair cap: Restoration costs never exceed base item value. [] Mi-Go Boss refinement: Revamped hit detection and attack animations improve combat pacing. [] Starter weapon upgrade: AK-series firearms now default (with readily available ammunition/attachments). [] New-agent mobility boost (legacy save data remains unadjustable). [] Eliminated rogue pipes in obsolete hideouts. [] Performance optimization: Addressed low-end PC stuttering in Map 5 zones. [] Alpine lighting upgrade: Snowfield post-processing effects refined. [] Guaranteed quest drops: "Bloodstained Report" now always obtainable via single boss engagement. [] Sightline expansion: Player visibility radius significantly widened.

Bug Fixes

[] Armorless damage formula patched: Attacks now correctly injure unprotected targets. [] Island collision fixes: Phantom barriers reduced in coastal regions. [] Glacial statue interaction: No longer retriggers upon repeated examination. [] Instant Loot stabilization: Functionality now consistently operational. [] Clipping mitigation: Walls less likely to trap players. [] Base-building overlap resolved: Workshops no longer merge. [] Reload tier correction: Max-level reload perks now apply. [] Post-quest text purge: Erroneous "slay a chicken" prompt removed. [] Typography unification: Font scaling standardized; select UI elements resized. [] Zombification glitch: Mid-injection deaths no longer spawn undead states. [] Grenade physics: Projectiles now bypass obstacles; detonations properly harm. [] AWP muzzle fix: Barrel attachments display correctly. [] Inventory sale crash: Vending functionality restored. [] Shop visibility: Player markets now reliably accessible. [] Tutorial reloading: Auto-replenish reactivated for new recruits. [] Corpse drift: Black Goat-slain humanoids remain grounded. [] Firearm textures: Errant weapon skins rectified. [] Recipe reconciliation: Flour + Charcoal crafting now viable. [] Errant dock waypoint excised from island maps. [] Audio settings universalization: Muting globally silences all creature sounds. [] G36C attachment alignment: Tactical gear and foregrips snap properly. [] Cthulhu Statue insight loop: Infinite wisdom gain halted. [] Multi-F-key conflict: Snow monoliths and final map prompts no longer lock progression. [] Spawn freeze remedy: Fresh characters no longer experience weapon lockouts.

Sea Cucumber Boss anchoring: Cadavers persist predictably post-defeat.

Fixed an issue where gun modifications would sometimes fail. Fixed an issue where the Cosmic Merchant's high-level funds would not increase. Fixed an interaction issue with blue crates in the backpack.

• Fixed texture bugs for certain firearms • New maps currently in development - Stay tuned!

Based on player feedback, we've implemented these fixes and updates:

Combat & Equipment Fixes:
- Fixed max reload level not working - now properly affects operator reload speed
- Added warning when entering map without weapons
- New quick-swap feature for equipped weapons (drag to swap)
- Fixed grenade damage bug - now properly passes through obstacles
- Fixed AWP muzzle visual bug during modification
- Rebalanced armor repair costs (never exceeds original price)
UI & Quality of Life:
- Fixed inconsistent font sizes (improved readability)
- Completed "auto-sort" feature (now groups similar items and fills gaps)
- Fixed warehouse sale bug
- Fixed player store display issues
Enemy & Boss Adjustments:
- Fixed syringe death animation bug (no more "zombie" state)
- Redesigned Mi-Go boss hit detection and attack effects (improved combat flow)
- Fixed Black Goat enemy corpse physics (no more floating bodies)
New Content Preview:
- New Map in development - coming this week!

Ongoing Improvements

We're continuously working on more updates and content. Thank you for your support! "The quick-swap feature completely changes loadout management!" - Dev Team

Combat Fixes:
- Fixed damage formula bug: Unarmored characters now take proper damage
Quality of Life:
- Fixed quick-loot functionality (now working as intended)
- Optimized character hitboxes for better environment interaction
- Reduced invisible walls (significantly decreased getting stuck)
Audio & Base Building:
- Improved firearm sound effects (more natural gun sounds)
- Fixed workshop placement issues (no more overlapping stations)

Thank you for your continued feedback!

After days of intensive optimization, we've implemented these changes:

Combat System Overhaul:
- Completely redesigned damage calculation:
  - Direct damage only occurs when: AND
  - Otherwise, armor durability is depleted first
- Added tiered armor damage reduction: Higher level armor provides better protection
- New damage display feature shows weapon damage output
Loot & Inventory Improvements:
- Revised item drop distribution - materials now spawn more consistently
- Increased stack limits for most craftable items
Map Fixes:
- Fixed collision issues in Island map (reduced invisible walls)
- Adjusted Snow Mountain statue interaction (no more repeated triggers)

Important Notice

This update contains significant system changes. While thoroughly tested, new bugs may emerge. Please report any issues through our official channels - we'll respond promptly! "Search for better armor - it matters now more than ever!"

Circus Merchant Behavior:
- Merchant hostility no longer carries over between raids
- Attacking them in previous raids won't affect future encounters
Looting Improvements:
- Quick-loot now properly stacks items even with full inventory
- Added one-click stash transfer (currently limited to current storage tab)
- Secure container and auto-sort features coming in future updates
UI & Technical Updates:
- Improved UI scaling and adaptation
- Ongoing complete UI overhaul (layout adjustments in progress)
- Fixed movement speed for operators created before previous update

We appreciate all your bug reports and suggestions!

Based on recent player feedback and additional bugs discovered during bug fixes, the following issues have been addressed today: Fixed issues with flour and charcoal items. Removed incorrect boarding points on the island. Replaced the initial equipment weapon with an AK. Enhanced character movement speed (for new save files). Fixed the issue with drop pipes in old hiding spots. Optimized the lag issue in Image 5.

Based on player reports and our internal testing, we've addressed these issues:

Crafting Fixes:
- Flour and charcoal recipes now work properly
Audio Adjustments:
- Sound settings now apply correctly to all monster sounds
Weapon Modding:
- G36C attachments now align correctly
Snow Mountain Map:
- Fixed infinite Insight gain from Cthulhu statues
- Resolved multiple interaction key conflicts
- Improved lighting and post-processing effects
Quality of Life:
- Added quick-loot (one-button corpse stripping)
- New monster hit reaction animations
- Significantly increased player FOV
Bug Fixes:
- Fixed weapon freeze on new character map entry
- Corrected Sea Cucumber boss corpse positioning
- "Bloodstained Report" now guaranteed boss drop

We'll continue monitoring your feedback - thank you for playing!

Fixed a bug where some bosses only dropped blueprints.

Here are the fixes we've implemented based on player feedback from yesterday:

Fixed the medkit remaining uses display - it now correctly shows remaining quantities

Fixed the invisible boss attacks in Snow Mountain - you'll now get proper attack warnings

Fixed the Cosmic Trader's item pricing - displayed prices now match actual costs

Fixed the Island Boss dealing no damage - its attacks now work as intended

Fixed environmental interaction issues - you can now properly interact with doors even when zombies die in front of them Today's additional improvements:

New profile creation prompt: Changed from Custom Mode to Normal Mode for better new player experience

Improved text readability: Switched to a cleaner font that looks less rough Armor value adjustments are in progress. Once we finish optimizing in-combat mechanics, we'll begin reworking the economy system. Tip: If you're short on cash, check the zoo in Map 1 (look for the area with animal cages) - you might find safes containing valuable items. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45266628/156c53e29295f22d9fe35e1d6da4edbe531ff736.png

Fixed Issues:
- Fixed some searchable containers not glowing - now all lootable boxes have a yellow outline
- Adjusted crate spawns on the Island map - they won't spawn on coral anymore, only on land
- Tweaked zombie screams - they're slightly less annoying now (full sound redesign still needed)
Work in Progress:
- Armor and weapon damage values: Some adjustments ready but not implemented yet
- Hardcore & Custom Mode tweaks: Half of changes are live today, rest coming tomorrow if we caught up our progress
- Human enemy AI tuning: Just slowing them down isn't enough - accuracy and other stats need work
Known Bugs from Yesterday's Update:
- Container search speed either unchanged or instant
- Operator stats randomly inflating
- (These are logged and will be fixed ASAP - possibly in tomorrow's update)
Community Feedback & Future Plans:
- Low-spec PC optimization (to improve accessibility)
- Backpack system add-ons (moving beyond Tarkov's approach)
- Various other fixes and improvements...

Thanks for your support, Commanders! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45266628/156c53e29295f22d9fe35e1d6da4edbe531ff736.png

Hotfix Update Based on Your Feedback

After carefully reviewing player feedback, we've implemented immediate adjustments:

Looting time significantly reduced: 2.5s → 1s (60% faster!)

Enemy AI rebalanced: No more "Flash-like" sprinting movements

Experience improved: Fresh saves now begin with a fully-equipped bonus character (doesn't replace existing characters)

Exploration made more forgiving: First-time map deaths now grant one free revival

Zombie audio optimized: Temporary fix prevents repetitive moaning in large areas (full SFX remake coming later) We're currently planning comprehensive visual, audio, and character design overhauls - see our previous announcement for preliminary details. Help shape our next major update! We're actively collecting detailed feedback on all platforms where you can reach us. Thank you for your continued support as we keep improving the game. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45266628/ee550844b284f7c34215a885cb7e92198955880a.png

Thank you for your patience and feedback. We’re fully aware of the game’s current shortcomings, especially regarding early-game experience and overly "hardcore" mechanics. Based on your suggestions, we’re working around the clock to implement rapid optimizations. Here are the first-round adjustments: 1. significantly reduced loot retrieval time for loading resources 2. Humanoid enemy movement speed adjusted to normal values (no more "Flash-like" speed) 3. Slowed Insight Value growth rate and reduced purchase cost for Insight Potions 4. Armor defense mechanics rework for more balanced tactical choices 5. Improved zombie audio performance (reduced repetitive/startling sound effects) 6. New players now start with full Basic Gear Set equipped (no manual setup required) 7. Reduced death penalties for first three matches of novice players 8. Critical bug fixes for currently reported issues Next Major update: We’ll completely renew the UI art system and optimize firearm textures in combat, along with refreshing Operator portraits, however those update contain huge workload, we will put the player experience at first place. Please keep trust in us! The best is yet to come.

Official Version Release Notes

Compared to the previous version, we've made the following updates:

Completely revamped visual effects - Map brightness now changes dynamically based on in-game time

Added two new weapons - G36C assault rifle and AWP bolt-action rifle

Fixed enemy corpse overlapping - Now you can scroll wheel to select which corpse to loot

Adjusted looting speed - Items can now be searched slightly faster

Added price display - Looted items now show their purchase value for better decision making

New large backpack - 9×10 grid size (goodbye inventory space problems!)

New expandable containers - Two free ones given at game start for your looting pleasure

Ammo availability - All bullet types now available in stores

Formless Child spawn warning - Countdown timer added before high-insight spawns (no more jump scares!)

Hakka cuisine implemented! - Enjoy delicious Cthulhu-themed food (may kill you, but worth it!)

Container crafting system - Those weird high-insight materials might be valuable crafting components

And many more secrets - Waiting for you to discover! We hope you enjoy the new version! Sincerly Game Producer ----- Qin

NEFM has been upgraded with:

Expanded arsenal (new armor, firearms & mods)
High-value loot system
Visually redesigned combat environments
Familiar yet refreshed tactical experience

No Escape from Madness is now live on Steam: Base Price: $11.9 | Launch Discount (10% off): $10.7 For Anchor: Blockade Zone veterans:

Compensation keys are being distributed manually in order of form submission
Expect possible delays/errors (contact support if unresolved by April 6)

Haven't submitted?

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(GMT+8) April 4th, 16:00 → April 4th, 10:00

Please note: Steam does not allow manual adjustments to the automatic release time displayed on the store page, so the default time will still be shown. Rest assured, the game will go live at the updated time. Commanders, prepare to return to the evacuation zone. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45266628/70008a5c08c987969b691439c0249233f659f35e.png

Attention Commanders, If you previously purchased Anchor: Blockade Zone, please send your purchase imformation to Email Address below to get copy of No Escape From Madness. [email protected]

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Commanders, the wait is almost over! No Escape From Madness (NEFM) will officially launch on Steam this April 4th - prepare to face the cosmic horrors! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45266628/70008a5c08c987969b691439c0249233f659f35e.png This complete overhaul brings: ✓ Stunning new visual style ✓ 6 massive explorable zones ✓ Deep weapon customization ✓ Terrifying Lovecraftian threats ✓ Mystical artifacts & gear Legacy players from Anchor: Blockaded Zone please send your purchase information to our email address get your copy of NEFM. You can get more details from our latest news. The madness begins in 3 days. Wishlist now!

The contents of this update are as follows: Multiple backpacks will now open in sequence and be arranged separately, no longer overlapping with each other. The size of an opened backpack now matches its actual size, eliminating any blank space occupation. Adjusted the algorithm for selling items. For cases with nested backpacks, the price of items on every layer will now be calculated, instead of only accounting for the value of the first layer. Adjusted some unreasonable fonts and item prices.

In this update, we mainly completed the following tasks: Fixed the issue where a large purchase quantity in the store would exceed the game's maximum value, causing a negative amount. Fixed the bug where "Reloading" was displayed when performing other actions while drinking water. The custom key settings page now allows exiting by pressing ESC. Fixed the bug where some slots in the warehouse were occupied by empty space after quickly switching equipment. Adjusted the display of some fonts. Now, after finishing a full magazine, the agent will reload automatically (please test this). Fixed the bug where pressing F to force search was possible after opening the inventory in the game. You can now exit the Save/Buy Preset Scheme page by pressing ESC.

Fixed an issue with incorrectly displayed text on the Agent's skill upgrade button.

Demo Version March 5 Hotfix:‌ 1、Fixed the relic display bug once again (developers confirmed complete resolution)‌. 2、Addressed subtitle visibility issues for enemies outside player's field of view‌.

Demo Version 3.4 Hotfix:‌ Fixed the bug where relics were not displaying properly.‌ Fixed display issues during weapon modification.‌ Fixed overlapping numerical values when using Medkits.‌ Added visual prompts for searchable crates when Agents approach them.‌

Dear Commanders, After countless trials and tribulations, 《No Escape From Madness》 is finally about to meet you all! As the producer, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your unwavering support and patience during this journey! Through the Steam Next Fest, we're launching a playtest demo - which also serves as a crucial test for our new version. We welcome everyone to dive in and help us uncover all sorts of weird, wacky, and utterly bizarre bugs. As always: If you have any feedback or suggestions, join our Discord community and chat with us directly. You know I've always valued our conversations! Let's ride the waves and charge forward together! Onward! With love, Your Dedicated Producer Discord

2.25 Minor Update: 1. Increased the spawn rate of the boss Belial in the Old Hideout. Belial will now appear more frequently. 2. Adjusted price displays in both the search interface and shop pages to show buy prices instead of sell prices.

No Escape from Madness news & patch notes