FROM: High Command TO: Arma 3 Users INFO: Warlords Update, Developer Livestream, Steam Autumn Sale PRECEDENCE: Flash
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Winter is coming, yet the recent cold weather didn't prevent us from applying the final touches to the upcoming Warlords (1.86) Update. It is scheduled for release this Wednesday. We're also hosting a developer livestream, where we will be showcasing the new Warlords multiplayer mode, and giving away some '5 Years of Arma 3' hoodies to viewers!
Winter is coming - so now would be a great time to request Arma 3 deployment to sunny Altis, Stratis, Malden, or Tanoa at up to 66% off in the Steam Autumn Sale!
Click here for an overview of all discounted Arma 3 DLC packs. And while you're at it, also be sure to nominate your favorite game(s) and developer(s) for the Steam Awards. Spread the word to your Steam friends and family - and enjoy your new game(s)!
FROM: High Command TO: Arma 3 Users INFO: Roadmap Blog, Warlords Update, Community Playsession PRECEDENCE: Flash
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In this report, we'll be checking out the latest update on our roadmap for 2018, and we'll specifically discuss the upcoming Warlords Update. We'll also briefly cover our first ever Community Playsession livestream, for which we joined the 4th Infantry Brigade in one of their mil-sim operations. And, as always, we'll report on some of the latest activity in the Arma 3 community.
UNIT: Josef Zemánek, Senior Scripter & Designer TO: Arma 3 Users OPSUM: From personal Workshop project to official multiplayer mode
EVALUATION: For those who missed our Roadmap 2018 Update blog, Warlords is a multiplayer game mode for Arma 3, which will be added to the game for free as part of the upcoming 1.86 Update. However, some of you will know that it has been around for some time already on the Steam Workshop, where it garnered valuable feedback from a fairly large number of players over the past 3 years or so. In this OPREP, I'd like to share my motivation for creating Warlords and why we believe it makes for a great addition to the vanilla game.
As we're approaching the end of the year, it's time to share some more insights into our plans for Arma 3 in 2018 and beyond. Be sure to read our latest devblog on our website: https://arma3.com/news/arma-3-roadmap-2018-november-update
FROM: High Command TO: Arma 3 Users INFO: Bootcamp Recap, Community Activity, Halloween Sale PRECEDENCE: Flash
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We've had some busy weeks at the studio, as we hosted the Arma 3 Creator Bootcamp, and of course we are checking out some of the latest community activities.
FROM: High Command TO: Arma 3 Users INFO: Arma 3 Creator Bootcamp, Dev-Branch Activity PRECEDENCE: Flash
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We're preparing for an exciting week as our Arma 3 Creator Bootcamp is about to start tomorrow! Meanwhile, there have also been some updates to Arma 3's Dev-Branch, and we've collected a broad collection of community content to share with you in this SITREP. So let's dive straight in!
FROM: High Command TO: Arma 3 Users INFO: 5th Armaversary, Team Changes PRECEDENCE: Flash
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We're experiencing lots of rainy days in the Czech Republic but that does not stop the Arma 3 team from rolling on. Besides working on new content, updates, and making plans for the future, we're also processing some development team changes and welcoming new team members.
As of today, September 12th, it’s been 5 years since Arma 3 officially released out of Steam Early Access. Naturally, that calls for a celebration!
A lot can happen over a period of 5 years. And, looking back, that’s certainly been the case with Arma 3. As a result of more than 70 platform updates, Arma 3 has become a very different animal compared to the original 1.0 version. There have been tons of tweaks and additions. Many of those have been so profound that now we couldn’t imagine living without, such as the 3D Scenario Editor.
During its fourth anniversary, we shared a retrospective that charted our adventure until then, and earlier this year we posted an infographic with some of Arma 3's achievements and most impressive stats. For today’s milestone, we’ve prepared a timeline video that covers each of our key release milestones thus far. Click on the play button below for a quick trip down memory lane!
https://youtu.be/CjL3_H1BqWw But that’s not all. Since Arma 3 has played such a major role in many of our lives these past five years, we wanted to create some unique physical memorabilia. Starting today, the Bohemia Store offers a limited number of 5 Years of Arma 3 Collector’s Packs. These are composed of true collector’s items: a hoodie, a soldier's salute laser crystal, and a printed map of Altis & Stratis. Additionally, we have a special t-shirt on sale. Find out more at https://store.bistudio.com/category/arma3-anniversary and place your order while stock lasts.
For those who have not yet enlisted for Arma 3 or have yet to pick up some of the DLC packs, we’re also hosting a special anniversary sale. You can get the Arma 3 base game and many of its DLC, including the Arma 3 Apex expansion, at up to 66% off. Reaping the benefits from 5+ years of post-release development, and with new content and updates still on the way, now is as good a time as any to jump into one of PC’s must-have military games.
Finally, we know that as the game has evolved, most of everyone’s personal lives evolved, too. Since 2013, you might have finished your studies or started a new job. You may have moved to a new place and made some new friends. Perhaps you even got married and/or had kids. Or you've experienced some other defining life events. It makes it extra amazing to realize that, throughout all this, Arma 3 has remained such a bustling platform with one of the most loyal communities in gaming.
You’re the absolute best of the best. Thank you for these 5 splendid years of Arma <3. Here’s to many more!