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All PC servers will come down for the following update on Wednesday, December 7, at 6:00am PT (3:00pm CEST). The downtime for this update is expected to last up to 2 hours. --
All PC servers will come down for the following update on Wednesday, November 30, at 6:00am PT (3:00pm CEST). The downtime for this update is expected to last up to 2 hours. --
Galaxy
Infantry Lock-on Resist (type 68) from -50 to -40.
Liberator
Infantry Lock-on Resist (type 68) from -75 to -50.
Valkyrie
Infantry Lock-on Resist (type 68) from -100 to -45.
Dev Note: The above changes reel in the effectiveness of lock-ons against these larger, slower targets.
MAX
Burster flak damage from 28 to 34.
Zealot Overdrive's Burster flak damage from 31 to 38.
Cone of Fire from 2 to 3.
Projectile lifespan from 3sec. to 2sec.
Dev Note: The above changes increase the MAX's firepower against close-range aircraft, while making them less effective at dispensing targets at very long ranges.
Misc. Changes, Fixes, and Additions
Fixed an ajar vehicle pad at Indar Excavation Site.
Fixed various issues related to the NS-11A Frontline, and added a 1x and 4x optic.
Mining Drills and associated Missions have been disabled.
Water on low graphical settings no longer looks black.
Successfully triggering the Bastion's Anchor, Assault, or Lockdown command will trigger a 60sec. cooldown before the command can be reused.
Dropping a Conduit while close to the ceiling will no longer place the Conduit on the roof of that building.
Hacked Repos now reset when a Conduit's timer expires and the Facility Defended notification appears.
Updated the Infiltrator's cloak to use the same "shattered cloak" visual language as enemies in a cloaked Sunderer bubble have.
Teleporters at Palaso Supply Depot on Oshur are now two-way from the spawn to teleporter room.
Fixed an issue with the Diving Device playing audio incorrectly.
Fixed an issue with the Gift button being out of place on the Member's Sale section of the Depot.
Teamkills can no longer count toward the Invisible Stalker directive.
Removed the mention of "flak" from the NS-R3 Swarm description.
The Stormbringer and NS SQU-34K melee weapons now use the same projectile size as other weapons with the same attributes.
Javelin's exterior cosmetics are no longer visible in first person.
The following cosmetics are no longer purchasable in the Depot: Raid Hat, Purge Helmet, Lynx Helmet, Strike Enforcer Mask, Armageddon Helmet, First Strike Helmet.
On November 20, PlanetSide 2 will be celebrating ONE DECADE of war on Auraxis. In this anniversary update, you'll find loads of visual updates, balance changes, an entirely new facility capture mechanic, new items available in the Depot, and even some upcoming events. All the details found below.
Capture the Conduit CTF mechanic, new Bastion Fleet Carrier role adjustment, base changes and more! Click hereto learn more about other additions and changes in this latest update!
All PC servers will be offline for the following update on Thursday, November 17, at 6:00am PT (3:00pm CET). The downtime for this update is expected to last up to 3 hours.
Ultimate Empire Showdown
Join us at 2pm PT (11pm CET), Nov. 20 on www.twitch.tv/PlanetSide2 for a head to head to head matchup with community creators, Camikaze78, CMDRCyrious, and Wintergaming, hosted by ArsheeTV! Our guests will pit the might of their faction against one another on Jaegar for this special event. More information here: https://www.planetside2.com/news/ultimate-empire-showdown-2022
Double Experience Weekends!
Want some DOUBLE EXPERIENCE? Check out the schedule below!
Join us for an epic event with an all-star cast! For this ten-year milestone, community creators Camikaze78, CMDRCyrious, and Wintergaming will face off on the battlefields of Auraxis with an army at their backs. Our guests will take command of Terran Republic, New Conglomerate, and Vanu Sovereignty in the ultimate test of strength. Which empire will achieve victory, and bragging rights for the next 10 years? Find out on November 20th during a special livestream hosted by event-caster ArsheeTV on https://www.twitch.tv/PlanetSide2! More details below.
The Ultimate Empire Showdown begins November 20th @ 2pm pst / 11pm cet.
Four main events will test the might of our three teams. Victories are counted during each of the events below to determine which is the ultimate empire. Be sure to watch the broadcast to see post-event interviews with the team captains!
Bastion Battle (Air)
Each team takes to the skies in a massive air battle with limited lives!
Colossus Battle (Armor)
Teams test their mettle (and metal) in a Colossus versus Colossus armor battle.
Nason's Defiance (Infantry)
A three-way infantry battle over the heart of Hossin.
Continent Lock Alert
Empires put leadership and strategy to the test for this final alert challenge.
Broadcast by ArsheeTV
This year we have a special guest broadcaster! Tune in to our Twitch page and enjoy the full broadcast streamed by guest streamer ArsheeTV!
This special event is supported by PlanetSide Battles! These amazing event organizers and community members will join the fray as reinforcements for each empire, and be broadcasting the event on the PlanetSide Battles Twitch channels! Show your support by following PSB on Twitter and Twitch!
Mark your calendar, soldiers, and be sure to drop by https://www.twitch.tv/planetside2 on November 20th at 2pm PT, 11pm CET. Let's make this 10-year milestone one to remember!
Double XP For All begins Nov. 4th, each weekend through Nov. 20th.
PlanetSide 2's 10th anniversary is November 20th, and we are all super hyped to celebrate it with you! Starting tomorrow, November 4th each weekend all players will get Double XP through November 20th! Rack up that double XP and let us know on Twitter what you're spending your certs on. Members receive Double XP on Nov. 25, 26, and 27. Learn more about Daybreak All-Access Membership here.
World Record Breaking Event
Join us Saturday, November 5th @ 2pm PDT. as we attempt to unofficially break the world record for "most players in an online fps battle."Â
This PTS update contains lots of changes and additions which you can read up on in our latest Dev Letter posted here.
Get ready to partake in this epic event by downloading the PTS build here. Patch notes for this build will be shared later this week.
Extra Life Fundraising Event
Our Extra Life event is going strong with massive support from our community! We have reached $13,457 of our $32,000 goal!
We have received tremendous support from outfits, content creators and fans alike! THANK YOU!!! Check the contributor's list and progress here.
The cause is mighty, and we can't thank you enough for the donations, no matter how large or small.
Learn how you can become an Extra Life team member or donator here.
