Sandbox:Game Updates

Game Update Information
Periodically Kixeye will make changes to War Commander. In most cases these updates are accompanied with Official Update Notes.

Announced Game Updates fall into to general categories:
 * Major ( M )  -  These Updates are announced with a Update Pop-up Box seen when you enter the game. In the listings below Major Updates have a Red Header and are marked with (M).
 * Standard ( S ) -  These Updates are only announced with the posting of the Official Update Notes in the WC Forums. In the listings below Standard Updates have a Blue Header and are marked with (S).

Which Updates Listed
Listed Below is a chronological listing of Publicly Published Game Updates collected since the public release of War Commander.

Attention:  All aspects of an update may not be presented here! Please check Official Post for the full announcement.

Not Listed :
 * Game Changes and Updates that are not accompanied by Update Notes.
 * Changes in Feature Frequency such as an increase in Thorium spawning

Note:  Until all Updates are moved to this page here is a link to the Old Update Page.

2014 UPDATES (Continued):
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2013 UPDATES:
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November 20, 2013
New or Updated Content: Fixes & Improvements: 'Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
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 * 1) Final Event code has been released. ( Operation: Desert Recon )
 * 2) The Viper and Warhead Launcher can now be unlocked with event XP
 * 3) Missiles can now be tested via your Go-Go Bar.
 * 1) Fixed an issue that caused incorrect aircraft repair prices.
 * 2) Fixed an issue that caused  aircraft destroyed in Go-Go Bar battles to leave bad graphics.

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November 13, 2013 (M)
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 * 1) The Aircraft Hangar is now available in the "Buildings" tab.Update_11-13-13.jpg
 * 2) Turrets and Defensive Platforms can now be upgraded to level 6 and 5
 * 3) Thorium layouts have been updated
 * 4) 3 star PvP victories can now be gained by inflicting 95% damage to an enemy's base
 * 1) Fixed an issue with audio getting louder if many instances of the same sound effect are occurring Update_11-13-13(2).jpg
 * 2) Fixed an issue with the "Zombifier" UI remaining after the event
 * 3) Fixed multiple cheats and exploits

<p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '

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October 31, 2013 (M)
<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">New or Updated Content: <span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Fixes :
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 * 1) Units can now be upgraded to Veteran Level 3
 * 1) Fixed an issue with the "Incoming Missiles" UI no appearing in PvP combat
 * 2) Fixed an issue with Fullscreen Mode sometimes not working with IE
 * 3) Fixed an issue with Missile detonations occurring despite being shot down.
 * 4) Fixed an issue with scrolling on the Leaderboard.
 * 5) Fixed an exploit that allowed player to make their platoons un-attackable ("Ghost Platoons").
 * 6) Fixed an issue with the Widowmaker's grinding sound persisting after battle.
 * 7) Fixed multiple cheats and exploits.

<p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '

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October 24, 2013
<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">New or Updated Content: <span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Fixes & Improvements: <span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Note:
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 * 1) Final event code has been pushed to live. ( Operation: Undead Rising )
 * 2) The Crusader and FAV Schematic are now attainable via the Event Shop.
 * 3) Zombifier component added to the game - will go to the top 3000 players after the event.
 * 4) Rocket Barrage Turret is a "Last Chance" prize - will not be available in the Event Shop after the event.
 * 5) Havoc and Vanguard ranges have been increased.
 * 1) Fixed an issue with the FAV sound sometimes looping.
 * 2) Fixed an issue with Plasma graphics taking over other projectile art.
 * 3) Multiple performance improvements.
 * 4) Multiple sound improvements.
 * 5) Fixed multiple cheats and exploits.

<p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
 * Unique units are unavailable for 2 events rather than 1. The Widowmaker not being in the event store is intended.

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October 17, 2013 (M)
<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">New or Updated Content: <span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Fixes :
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 * 1) Medals will now be paid out weekly to players who win Infamy in 5 PvP base battles.
 * 2) The Gear Store is now available when in base.
 * 3) The Widowmaker X has been added to the game - unlockable via MedalsUpdate_12-16-2013.jpg
 * 1) Fixed an issue with audio not loading correctly
 * 2) Fixed an issue with the sync combat timer audio

<p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '

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October 9, 2013 (M)

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<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">New or Updated Content: <span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Fixes : <p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
 * 1) Shock, Corrosion, and Deadeye Missiles can now be researched in the Defense Lab.
 * 2) Production times for Thorium level missiles have been reduced
 * 1) Thorium levels now give you the ability to launch an additional Missile per level.
 * 2) An additional Thorium Vault can now be built
 * 3) A new Missile targeting reticule has been added
 * 1) Fixed an issue that made it so some players could not redeploy a squad into battle.
 * 2) Fixed an issue with Missile sounds persisting after being launched
 * 3) Fixed an issue with the Spectre's engine sound persisting after battle
 * 4) Fixed an issue with the Kondor's engine sound persisting after battle
 * 5) Fixed an issue with Valkyrie sprites not reappearing after dying in a Go-Go Bar battle
 * 6) Multiple performance improvements

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October 3, 2013
<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Bug Fixes: <p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
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 * 1)  Fixed an issue that caused the cursor to jump when removing Units from Platoons.
 * 2) Fixed an issue that would sometimes cause players to crash after visiting a Friend's Base.
 * 3) Fixed an issue with unit voices still persisting when "Play Unit Voices" is set to off.
 * 4) Fixed an issue that would sometimes leave a player stuck in battle.
 * 5) Fixed an issue with Widowmaker audio.
 * 6) Fixed an issue with game music not muting correctly.
 * 7) Fixed an issue that caused players to get a red box error after returning from viewing a Friend's Base.
 * 8) Fixed some sound issues with the Attack Dog.
 * 9) Fixed an issue with the Plasma Turret sound looping.
 * 10) Fixed an issue with the Drone/Worker sounds persisting after leaving base.
 * 11) Fixed an issue that allowed players to pay for Event Prizes twice if they click the unlock button multiple times.

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September 25, 2013
<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">New Funtion: <span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Misc : <p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
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 * 1) The Halcyon can now be placed in the Drone Silo.
 * 1) Final Event has been Published ( Operation: Deadpoint 2 )

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September 18, 2013 (M)
<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">New or Updated Content: <span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Fixes : <p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
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 * 1) The Rhino and Hercules can now be customized in the Workshop.
 * 2) Medium, Large and Giant Thorium Deposits have been updated.
 * 1) Splash damage from Suicide Units now correctly affects Buildings.
 * 2) Fixed multiple cheats and exploits.

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September 12, 2013 (M)
<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Feature Update:
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 * 1) <span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline;">Players are now able to loot up to 50% of another player’s Thorium.

<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Game Fixes : <p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
 * 1) <span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline;">Fixes for many cheats and hacks.
 * 2) <span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline;">A fix for an intermittent issues with some platoons not repairing instantly.
 * 3) <span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline;">Fixed an issue with Last Stand Defenders persisting at the end of a Go-Go Bar battle/Wave.

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September 5, 2013
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 * 1) Small Thorium Deposits will now spawn during drops  (Level locked for players 29 and below) 

<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Game Fixes : <p style="text-align: center;">'<span style="color:rgb(44,232,94);">Click the More Info button below to see the Official Forum Post. '
 * 1) Fixed an issue that allowed players to relocate through the Leaderboard when relocation is turned off
 * 2) Fixed an issue with the Go-Go Bar sprite moving when destroyed.
 * 3) Fixed an issue that sometimes caused player with Infamy to show 0 Infamy on the Leaderboard
 * 4) Fixed an issue that caused an incorrect amount of Infamy gain when the defender is below 50% health

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<span style="color:rgb(218,144,0);">2012 UPDATES:
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<span style="color:rgb(218,144,0);">2011 UPDATES:
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